Along the Ohio River Greeway, stop at Ashland Park for a picnic at the region's best spot for Louisville skyline views. The park's newest resident, a Rosie the Riveter statue, commemorates a Clarksville resident who was one of the women who inspired the Rosie the Riveter icon. Take your picture beside Rosie against the Louisville skyline backdrop! Then, check to see if Widow’s Walk Ice Creamery is open for a sweet treat.

Bike, walk, run or scoot across the Ohio River on the Big Four Pedestrian Bridge, a 1-mile trip from Jeffersonville’s Big Four Station Park to Louisville’s Waterfront Park (2-mile round trip). Walk the bridge during the day to watch mighty river barges pass underneath. At night, feel the breeze as you gaze at Louisville’s spectacular city lights shining on the water. Bicycle rentals are available at LouVelo bike sharing stations, including one located on Riverside Drive in Jeffersonville.

Experience the beauty at Charlestown State Park through its interpretive programs, hiking, camping, and boat launch on the Ohio River. Enjoy the scenic outdoors with miles of trails and views along the Ohio River and Fourteen Mile Creek. Take Trail 3 to access Rose Island, a unique historical site where you'll see remains of a 1920s resort and amusement park. Note: Cost to enter Charlestown State Park is $7 for in state residents and $9 for those visiting from out of state. Admission is free with an annual state park permit from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.

Part of Clark State Forest is Deam Lake State Recreation Area where visitors can hike, fish, boat, camp and picnic. The forest also provides access to the Knobstone Trail, the longest trail in Indiana. Many use this trail as a training ground for the Appalachian Trail!

Note: Cost to enter is $7 for in state residents and $9 for those visiting from out of state. Admission is free with an annual state park permit from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. 

There’s nothing like admiring the beauty of a city's skyline while feeling removed from its fast pace. With some of the best views of the Ohio River and Louisville skyline, look no further than Falls of the Ohio State Park. The Devonian-era fossil beds are some of the oldest in the world. Listen to the Ohio River rushing through the dam, catch glimpses of wildlife on family-friendly trails, and watch the sun set from the deck of the park’s Interpretive Center. Note: Parking at Falls of the Ohio State Park is $2 per vehicle. The Interpretive Center is open Mondays - Saturdays 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sundays 1:00 - 5:00 pm.

Note: Cost to enter is $7 for in state residents and $9 for those visiting from out of state. Admission is free with an annual state park permit from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. 

Visit Huber’s Orchard, Winery and Vineyards, with its views of rolling hills, orchards and vineyards. While there, check out the farmer’s market, a dairy shop with homemade cheese and ice cream, tour Huber Winery or Starlight Distillery and enjoy seasonal features like their Christmas tree farm and pumpkin patch. Some of the best views include the vineyards and the gorgeous pond.

Water, its sounds and views create feelings of calm and peace. See some of the best views of the Ohio River along Jeffersonville's riverfront! With some of the best overlooks in the region, from spots like Duffy’s Landing and Fisherman's Wharf, you can catch a beautiful sunrise or drop a line in the Ohio. Enjoy dinner at one of many restaurants along Riverside Drive and Downtown Jeffersonville, including Harry's Taphouse and Kitchen, Cluckers and Ramiro's Cantina.

Dig into some of the best Southern Indiana cuisine at Joe Huber's Family Farm & Restaurant. Dine indoors, on the patio or take it to go for a picnic with lakeside views. No matter where you choose to dine, you'll enjoy delicious food, including country farm-fresh fried chicken, mashed potatoes and fried biscuits with apple butter. Feed the ducks and drop a fishing line for catch and release fishing. During the fall, come early or stay after your meal for pumpkin picking and a corn maze.

Take in the scenic architecture of historic downtown New Albany's Mansion Row on Main Street. Stretching from the State Street intersection through 15th Street, the row is sprinkled with historic, and sometimes colorful, gems including Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site, a Victorian-era mansion built in the late 1800s. The Culbertson offers tours showcasing the inside of the historically preserved home and year-round events. Keep an eye out for additional historical markers along Mansion Row to learn more about past residents.

The Ohio River Greenway is 7.5 miles of paved pathway that runs alongside the Ohio River. Soak up some sun with a morning jog or an afternoon bike ride along the water’s edge. The picturesque views alone will calm and relax you. On your walk or ride, stop at Ashland Park in Clarksville along the Greenway for a beautiful view of Louisville’s skyline. Don’t forget to bring your camera!