WELCOME TO FRANKLIN COUNTY

We have so much for you to EXPERIENCE here in Franklin County, Indiana.

Known as an outdoor recreation destination, Franklin County is home to Brookville Lake and two forks of the Whitewater River, the beautiful & serene Whitewater Canal Trail, and Whitewater State Historic Site.

Let your imagination go wild: paddle-boarding, horseback riding, 2 golf courses, lake & river fishing (walleye, bass, trout), boating (motorized & sailboats), canoeing, kayaking & rafting, ATV & motor cross course, hiking trails, mountain bike trails, a wolf sanctuary, pickleball courts and more!

We have plenty of relaxation opportunities, festivals and history throughout the county. See the only known working wooden aqueduct in the nation, visit the oldest Indiana church on its original foundation, ride a train through beautiful countryside on the historic Whitewater Valley Railroad, watch fudge being made, and occasionally watch artists at work, shop at unique shops and put your taste buds on alert with many locally owned restaurants. And new in 2024, Brookville’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA)! Sip, stroll, and shop within the DORA boundaries. Participating restaurants and bars can be found at brookville.in.gov under the Resident Resources tab, or by scanning the QR code on the DORA stickers at any participating merchant, restaurant, or bar.

Franklin County has many businesses and attractions that are pet friendly. They are easily identifiable by looking for the 🐶 icon in the listing.

No matter what you are looking for, Franklin County is ready for you to create memories around every corner!!!!

Come and join us for a unique celebration of 250 years of america!

Franklin County has nearly two weeks of America 250 Celebration events for a meaningful and enjoyable celebration of our nation’s birthday. You’ll find a list of these events and many more in the Highlighted Events & Experiences section.

Highlighted Events & Experiences

WELCOME TO FRANKLIN COUNTY

We have so much for you to EXPERIENCE here in Franklin County, Indiana.

Known as an outdoor recreation destination, Franklin County is home to Brookville Lake and two forks of the Whitewater River, the beautiful & serene Whitewater Canal Trail, and Whitewater State Historic Site.

Let your imagination go wild: paddle-boarding, horseback riding, 2 golf courses, lake & river fishing (walleye, bass, trout), boating (motorized & sailboats), canoeing, kayaking & rafting, ATV & motor cross course, hiking trails, mountain bike trails, a wolf sanctuary, pickleball courts and more!

We have plenty of relaxation opportunities, festivals and history throughout the county. See the only known working wooden aqueduct in the nation, visit the oldest Indiana church on its original foundation, ride a train through beautiful countryside on the historic Whitewater Valley Railroad, watch fudge being made, and occasionally watch artists at work, shop at unique shops and put your taste buds on alert with many locally owned restaurants. And new in 2024, Brookville’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA)! Sip, stroll, and shop within the DORA boundaries. Participating restaurants and bars can be found at brookville.in.gov under the Resident Resources tab, or by scanning the QR code on the DORA stickers at any participating merchant, restaurant, or bar.

Franklin County has many businesses and attractions that are pet friendly. They are easily identifiable by looking for the 🐶 icon in the listing.

No matter what you are looking for, Franklin County is ready for you to create memories around every corner!!!!

Come and join us for a unique celebration of 250 years of america!

Franklin County has nearly two weeks of America 250 Celebration events for a meaningful and enjoyable celebration of our nation’s birthday. You’ll find a list of these events and many more in the Highlighted Events & Experiences section.

Highlighted Events & Experiences