Spring has sprung! Brown County, Indiana, may be known for its gorgeous fall scenery, but springtime is equally spectacular here!

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Here are 4 reasons why you won’t want to miss spring in beautiful Brown County:

1. Springtime beauty is in full bloom!

After a long winter cooped up and hibernating indoors, it’s time to get out of the house, soak up the sun, and enjoy all the new spring life emerging everywhere you look!

Wildflowers, redbuds, and dogwoods are blooming. Birds are chirping. All kinds of wildlife are frolicking around the forest. There’s a reason it’s called the Great Outdoors after all!

So, whether you want to explore Brown County State Park or shop through Downtown Nashville, it’s finally time to enjoy warmer weather, breathe in the fresh air, and marvel at Mother Nature’s bounty all around you.

 

Greg Whitaker Photography

2. Celebrate good times!

Brown County is the perfect destination for celebrating all your spring special occasions!

Got a spring birthday or anniversary? Find the perfect activity that the birthday boy or girl would love or that you’d enjoy together as a couple—from outdoor adventure and Brown County tours to arts and entertainment.

Someone graduating from Indiana University? It’s not uncommon for Bloomington hotel rooms to be sold out or super expensive during graduation weekend, so book a cozy cabin, charming cottage, or a spacious property for the whole family in nearby Brown County—just a short drive away!

Want to plan a memorable Mother’s Day? Honor the moms in your life on their special day by treating them to brunch and mimosas, a shopping spree through our trendy boutiques and specialty shops, and a relaxing hike through Mother Nature. (Check out even more ideas for celebrating Mom!)

Still need a gift for the occasion? Explore our Shop Directory to find a unique birthday, anniversary, graduation, or Mother’s Day gift while you’re here.

 

Angela Jackson Photography

3. Enjoy outdoor adventures and activities!

What’s your favorite outdoor activity? Mountain biking? Hiking? Horseback riding? Paddling?

You can do it all (and more!) in Brown County, and spring is the perfect season to partake, whether you want to explore Brown County on two wheels, two feet, four horseshoes, or by water!

Spending time in the Great Outdoors of Brown County is also one way to celebrate Earth Day on April 22 every year! Pack a picnic or dine al fresco, read a book under a tree, throw a frisbee, or just enjoy a nap in the sunshine. Spring is the perfect time to relish all your favorite outdoor activities and reconnect with nature!

 

Angela Jackson Photography

4. So many spring events!

Don’t miss celebrating countless spring events in Brown County!

The T.C. Steele State Historic Site hosts multiple Earth Day, Mother’s Day, and kids nature events throughout the spring.

And art lovers can enjoy events, galleries, and demonstrations on floral artwork as well as participate in painting “en plein air” (outdoors).

Check our event calendar to stay up to date on all the latest events!

Ready to start planning your spring-tastic getaway?