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Clifty Falls State Park, Madison, IN

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Clifty Falls State Park

Indiana state park near Madison known for its waterfalls, canyon hiking, and fossil-rich creek bed.

2221 Clifty Drive, Madison, IN 47250 · Madison, IN

About Clifty Falls State Park

Clifty Falls State Park sits near Madison in Jefferson County and is reached from state roads 56 and 62. Its waterfalls look different depending on weather and season, with winter and spring often showing them at their most dramatic. A network of numbered trails runs through the canyon, with difficulty ratings ranging from easy to rugged. Clifty Creek's rocky bed holds fossils from an ancient marine ecosystem, though collecting them inside the park is prohibited. The park also offers camping, a swimming pool, a nature center, and an inn. Brough's Tunnel is closed for an indefinite period after an early spring rockslide.

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