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Local Attractions
Attractions listed in ascending order of distance from Lake Rudolph
Santa Claus Christmas Store
Santa Claus, Indiana (Across the street from Lake Rudolph)
The Santa Claus Christmas Store opened in September of 2009. Open year-round, the store features Christmas gifts, indoor and outdoor lights, wreaths, yard art, collectibles and more! Savor fudge, cookies and other tasty treats at Mrs. Claus' Sweets & Treats. Call toll-free 1-877-224-1772.
Holiday World Theme Park & Splashin' Safari Water Park
Santa Claus, Indiana (Next door to Lake Rudolph)
Holiday World is America's very first theme park featuring rides, games,
and shows for all ages. Ride three of the best wooden roller coasters in
the world...The Raven, The Legend, and The Voyage! Holiday World was also ranked as the Cleanest and the Friendliest park
in the world for 8 consecutive years. Splashin' Safari is
Indiana's largest water park. It's no wonder that Holiday World is #1 for Family Fun! Enjoy
Lake Rudolph's FREE Shuttle to and from these great parks. Call toll-free 1-877-GO FAMILY.
Santa Claus Post
Office
Santa Claus, Indiana (Across the street
from Lake Rudolph)
The Santa Claus Post Office is the only post office in the world with the
Santa Claus name. Stop by to receive the famous Santa Claus postmark
during the Christmas season and see where thousands of children’s
letters to Santa are received each year. Located in Kringle Place Shopping
Center in Santa
Claus. Call (812) 937-4469.
Santa Claus
Museum
Santa Claus, Indiana (Across the street from Lake Rudolph)
The Santa Claus Museum opened in the spring of 2006. The museum includes
artifacts and photographs from founder Pat Koch’s private collection,
the Holiday World and Santa Claus Land archives, plus loaned and donated
treasures from collectors with personal ties to the town of Santa Claus.
In the spirit of Christmas giving, there is no admission charge to tour
the museum. Located in Kringle Place Shopping
Center in Santa
Claus, just two doors south of the Santa Claus Post Office. Call (812) 937-2687.
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Frosty’s
Fun Center
Santa Claus, Indiana (1/2 mile west
of Lake Rudolph)
This business offers a Christmas themed miniature golf course, arcade,
tasty snacks, sandwiches, ice cream and fresh pizza. The challenging
18-hole miniature golf course includes twists and turns abound to intrigue
anyone daring enough to take it on. The course is estimated to be a
par 45. You will find Christmas reminders throughout the nicely
landscaped course including a 9' Frosty melting into a running water
stream. An arcade is located inside. Located just off Highway
162, next to Santa's Lodge in Santa Claus. Call (812) 544-3338.
Santa's Candy
Castle
Santa Claus. Indiana (1.5 miles south of Lake Rudolph)
The Candy Castle has delighted thousands of all ages since its
dedication in 1935 as the first tourist attraction in Santa Claus,
Indiana, and the first themed attraction in the United States. The
Candy Castle was restored and re-opened in July 2006 for the first time
in over 30 years. Indulge in delicious handmade confections and
the world's largest selection of gourmet candy canes. Located on Hwy. 245, one mile south of Holiday World in Santa Claus.
Call (812) 544-3900.
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Christmas
Lake Golf Course
Santa Claus, Indiana (3 miles south of Lake Rudolph)
One of the finest 18-hole championship golf courses in the Midwest.
Open to the public, the course features bent grass greens, zoysia grass
tees and fairways, rolling hills with lots of trees and beautiful lakes,
practice putting green, driving range, and a fully stocked golf shop.
Enjoy breakfast and lunch at the 19th Hole Restaurant. For tee-times or reservations, call
1-877-XMAS GOLF.
Buffalo
Run Grill & Gifts
Lincoln City, Indiana (4 miles
west of Lake Rudolph)
Buffalo Run gives you a rare
opportunity to see live buffalo and ostriches. They are kept in the fenced
pasture located just behind the restaurant. See the massive docile buffalo
(ranging from 1,000 to 1,700 pounds) calmly grazing next to long-legged
ostriches (reaching heights up to 9 feet tall). Tours are available
year-round by appointment. Located on Hwy. 162 in Lincoln City. Call (812)
937-2799.
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
Lincoln City, Indiana (5 miles west of Lake Rudolph)
On this southern Indiana farm, Abraham Lincoln spent fourteen of the most formative years of his life and grew from youth into manhood. His mother, Nancy Hanks Lincoln, is buried here. Learn about the National Memorial, the Living Historical Farm, and Lincoln's history in Spencer County. Call (812) 937-4541.
Lincoln
State Park (Dept. of Natural Resources).
Lincoln City, Indiana (5 miles west of Lake Rudolph)
This site features the Indiana Department of Natural Resources with
information on all state parks, including Lincoln State Park and
Lincoln Amphitheatre. Call (812) 937-4710 for the park and (800) 264-4223 for the amphitheatre.
Colonel
William Jones State Historic Site
Gentryville, Indiana (6 miles west of Lake Rudolph)
This carefully restored 1834 Federal-design home of the merchant employer
of Abraham Lincoln offers a unique look at the early development of
Indiana and the life of Colonel William Jones, who was also a politician.
The home includes guided tours, themed talks, exhibits and gifts. This
State Historic Site is situated on 100 acres of forest, and also offers a
self-guiding nature trail, picnic area and a restored log barn. Located
one mile west of U.S. 231 on Boone Street in Gentryville. Call (812)
937-4710.
Monastery
Immaculate Conception
Ferdinand, Indiana (9 miles north of Lake Rudolph)
The "Castle on the Hill"
is home to one of the nation's largest communities of Benedictine women.
Guided tours include the majestic domed church, outdoor Stations of the
Cross, Lourdes Grotto, and Rosary steps. The monastery gift shop,
"For Heaven's Sake," is open Tues.-Sat., 10:00 a.m. to 4:30
p.m., Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tours are available Tuesday through
Sunday. Call for group reservations at (812) 367-1411. Located at 802 East
10th St. in Ferdinand. Visible from Hwy. 162.
Saint
Meinrad Archabbey
St. Meinrad, Indiana (10 miles east of Lake Rudolph)
Saint Meinrad Archabbey offers a peaceful and spiritual retreat with
beautiful grounds and the opportunity for prayer with Benedictine monks.
Founded in 1854, Saint Meinrad is one of only two archabbeys in the United
States; one of eleven in the world. The monks operate a graduate-level
School of Theology, which offers programs in priesthood formation and in
lay leadership for the Roman Catholic Church, as well as an extensive
Continuing Education program. Guided tours are available on Saturdays from
March to November at 1:30 p.m. local time. Self-guided and audio cassette
guided tours are available year-round. Tours for groups by reservation
only. Located on Highways 62 and 545. Call (812) 357-6611.
Abbey Press Gift Shop
St. Meinrad, Indiana (10 miles east of Lake Rudolph)
Abbey Press, an international marketer of religious and
inspirational books, cards and gifts, operates a gift shop that is open
daily. The shop includes inspirational and unique gifts for all ages and
occasions. Abbey Press catalog products, books & Bibles, Catholic
merchandise, collectibles, and music. Located on Highway 545. Call (812)
357-8290
Mary Rose Herb
Farm & Retreat
Bristow, Indiana (14 miles east of
Lake Rudolph)
208 acres of nature at it’s very
best! The farm is a serene place where visitors can relax and
enjoy the beauty...a quaint place where the past and present meet.
Visitors can’t help but notice several YURT structures as they approach
the farm. The largest yurt houses a classroom and an herb store featuring
an expanding line of organic products, unique crafts, and
antiques. Classes on medicinal and culinary herbs are offered.
Located 3 miles east of St.
Meinrad. Follow Highway 62 to Cattail Road, then travel south on
Cattail Road 2 miles. Call (812) 357-2699.
Huntingburg
League Stadium
Huntingburg, Indiana (18 miles north of Lake Rudolph)
This
1894 stadium was one of the sites for the filming of the 1992 hit movie,
"A League of Their Own," starring Tom Hanks and Geena Davis. In
1995, HBO Productions used the stadium to film their movie, "Soul of
the Game." Tours
are conducted by movie extras and are available by appointment by calling
(812) 683-2211. Located on First Street and Cherry Street in Huntingburg.
Lincoln
Pioneer Village & Museum
Rockport, Indiana (25 miles south of Lake Rudolph)
The Lincoln Pioneer Village Museum houses hundreds of fascinating
artifacts from the area’s historic past including a hutch made by
Abraham Lincoln’s father, Thomas. Located next to the museum is the
historic Lincoln Pioneer Village, consisting of cabins that are replicas
from the Lincoln era in Spencer County. This site was originally a W.P.A.
project. The cabins may be seen by appointment. Located in Rockport City
Park, at the west end of Main Street in Rockport. Call (812) 649-2076.
Holiday Drive-In Movie
Theater
Reo, Indiana (located 30 miles south of Lake Rudolph)
Take in the latest movies at one of the few drive-in theaters left for
all generations to enjoy. Watch from your car or bring a lawn chair and
enjoy watching your favorite new releases while enjoying the summer night
air and stars. Includes five screens and a snack bar.
Located 3 miles west of Rockport on SR 161 (formerly U.S. 231) in Reo. Call (812) 649-2857.
Indiana
Baseball Hall of Fame
Jasper, Indiana (30 miles north of Lake Rudolph)
Located in the Alvin C. Ruxer Student Center at the Vincennes
University Jasper Campus, this collection features unique memorabilia from
Indiana high school baseball players and professional players from the
Hoosier State. Open during campus hours and weekends or by appointment by
calling (812) 482-2262. Located on Hwy. 162 South in Jasper.
Sultan's Run Golf Course
Jasper, Indiana (35 miles north of Lake Rudolph)
An 18 Hole Championship Golf Course designed by Tim Liddy in 1996. The
course includes a full-scale practice facility, stocked Golf Shop, golf
instruction, and group outings. It is open to the public and tee times are
requested. Located on 1490 N. Meridian Rd. Call (812) 482-1009.
Patoka
Lake
Wickliffe, Indiana (45 miles north of Lake Rudolph)
A 26,000 acre recreation area,
Patoka Lake, offers an 8,800 acre lake with boating, a
swimming beach, and paved biking and hiking trails. Open year-round. The
solar-heated Visitor Center offers the Raptor Education Program that
includes illustrated displays on wildlife, history, birds of prey, solar
energy and the viewing of a live bald eagle. Patoka Lake Interpretive
Center is open daily 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Located on Hwy. 164 east of
Jasper near Wickliffe. Call (812) 685-2464.
Marengo
Cave U.S. National Landmark
Marengo, Indiana (48 Miles east of Lake
Rudolph)
Nestled in the limestone hills of
southern Indiana is Marengo Cave, one of the most beautiful show caves in
the eastern United States. Designated a U. S. National Landmark based on
its great beauty, and extremely large classic trunk passage, Marengo Cave
has long been considered by speleologists and geologists as one of the
midwest's finest natural wonders. Learn more by exploring our site! Call
Toll Free 1-888-70 CAVES
Squire
Boone Caverns & Village
Corydon, Indiana (50 miles east of Lake Rudolph)
Boone brothers, Daniel and
Squire, discovered the cavern in 1790 where Squire finally settled.
Between 1804 and 1809, Squire built a gristmill near the mouth of the cave
that serves as the focal point of Squire Boone Village today. The
village includes craft shops, playground, picnic groves, kitchen, bakery
and candy cabin. Parking fee charged in addition to tour
admission. Open year-round. Located on SR 135, 13 miles south of
I-64 in Corydon. Call (812) 732-4382.
Cave
Country Canoes
Milltown, Indiana (50 miles east of Lake Rudolph)
Flowing through the forests of the
Southern Indiana Hill Country, the Blue River is the most spring fed of
all Indiana's streams. The many springs account for the aqua-blue color of
the river, leading to the name "The Blue". In many areas
limestone bluffs, dotted with cave entrances, tower above the river
attesting to the fact that "The Blue" flows through the heart of
Indiana's Cave Country. The river valley is noted for its abundant
wildlife, natural beauty, and excellent canoeing, kayaking, and fishing.
Located 5 miles east of Marengo Cave just off SR 64 in Milltown. Call
(812) 365-2705.
CASINOS
Casino
Aztar.
Evansville, Indiana (50 miles west of Lake Rudolph)
Las Vegas comes to Indiana on the "City of Evansville" Casino
Aztar riverboat. Try your luck at all kinds of gaming action such as
blackjack, slots, and more on the three casino levels. Call 1-800-DIAL-FUN.
French Lick Casino
French Lick, Indiana (50 miles northwest of Lake Rudolph)
The casino at French Lick Resort is a 51,000 square foot Vegas-style gaming facility all on one floor with soaring 27-foot ceilings. A newly expanded non-smoking gaming area offers the latest state-of-the-art slot machines and live-action blackjack, roulette and craps tables. Call 1-888-936-9360.