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Hovey Lake Boat Ramp
The Hovey Lake Boat ramp provides access to Hovey Lake for boats, kayaks and canoes.
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Wabash River
The Wabash River starts at Grand Lake in western Ohio and flows 475 miles to where it flows into the Ohio in Posey County. It was first discovered by Europeans in 1669 by the famous French explorer Robert Cavelier de La Salle while he was exploring the Ohio River.
The name comes from the French spelling of the Indian word “Ouabache,” which means “white.” Back then, the river was clear with many white fossils visible on the bottom.
In the early 1800’s, the Wabash was an important artery for trade with flatboats and steamers transporting goods and passengers. That’s why New Harmony was so prominent at the time. Continue reading
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Hovey Lake
Hovey Lake is a 1,400 acre oxbow lake where cypress trees that grow out of the water. It is an excellent spot for sightseeing, hiking, bird watching, picnicking and kayaking, as well as hunting and fishing. There is a levee that serves as an interesting trail where it is common to see a nice variety of wildlife, especially herons. A boat ramp provides easy access to the lake. Continue reading
Posted in Bird Watching, Boating, Canoe-Kayak, Fishing, Hiking, Hunting, Mount Vernon, Ohio River, Picnic, Posey County, Shops & Amenities, Wildlife
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