What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of standing on a state highpoint? A priceless view, a grand feeling of accomplishment, a steady breeze wafting past you? Well, if you selected any of the above, I am hoping you don't live in the state of Indiana. Now before any of you jump to conclusions that this is going to be an anti-Indiana post, know that it isn't. I enjoy Indiana as much as the next guy, and to date, I have no reason not to visit as much as I can.
One can only hide the facts just so much, and when one is standing on the highest point in Indiana, you will have to have mastered the art of deceptive photo taking to hide the corn stalks in the background. True, a highpoint is a highpoint, but it seems a whole lot less cool when you only walk 30 yards from your vehicle while traveling up a hill that would be hard to slide down unless it was groomed by a Zamboni.
Hoosier Hill is the name given to this slight incline, and I will give the state of Indiana credit for not trying to deceive the public by naming it Lookout Mount or something along that line. One thing that it pretty cool, and I do wonder why it is not mainstream, is that Hoosier Hill has a 4"x4" post in the ground marking the actual highpoint. It makes a great spot for one to stand, flap their arms like an idiot, and get your picture taken. So if you are looking for a great view, I will not try to sell you on this highpoint. If you are looking for a state you can summit and only be out of the car for 9.4 seconds, head to Hoosier Hill.
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