I did a little overnighter down there last week. Hiked in at hayes trail and set up camp by pattons cave.
Just a heads up, the ticks were/are out in full force.
??? Is the cave open? Or is it still posted because of the white...something bat disease.
Nice spots to "stealth camp" down there!
That is where we usually camp. Love the spot atop of patton cave, plus good fishing spot as well. I think the caves are still closed. We were going this weekend but everyone from my group decided they are girls and that it was going to be too hot.
Too bad...
Next time tell your buds to go to wal-mart/walgreens/cvs and buy the el cheapo blow up pool toy/raft. Then, hike back to the Patton cave area. Get your spot picked out, do all the sweaty "heavy lifting" stuff, ie, getting the tent or hammock up, collecting an ample supply of firewood, etc.
Then, walk down to the water with your little raft and cool off. Take a bar of soap, cuz' you are civilized, right? Living large my friend!
Build the fire. Cook your mac and cheese/beenie weenies or whatever. Talk about whether or not those Indiana cougars have made it to the Deam area. Fire up a cigar to keep the skeeters at bay. Oh ya- check in with loved ones and then turn the damn cell phone off!
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??? Is the cave open? Or is it still posted because of the white...something bat disease.
Nice spots to "stealth camp" down there!
Another idea- You can car camp not too far from the Deam area by camping at Hardin Ridge. If I remember correctly HR is a Federal property so don't do any open carry.
It is a lot more private than say Paynetown. Car camp at HR, drive over and park at the Fire Tower and day hike, etc. Best of both worlds!