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1,257 ft · Glaciated Till Plain, Indiana
Hoosier Hill
Hoosier Hill is a 1,257 ft peak in the Glaciated Till Plain, Indiana. The standard route is the Hoosier Hill Walk: 0.4 mi, 0 ft of gain, Class 1.
Hoosier Hill at a glance
- Elevation1,257 ft383 m
- RouteHoosier Hill WalkClass 1
- Distance0.4 mi0 ft gain
- Time20 – 30 minWalk-up effort
- SeasonYear‑round
- RangeGlaciated Till PlainIndiana
Climbing the Hoosier Hill Walk
From Fort Wayne, Indiana, or Richmond, drive to rural Wayne County near the Ohio border. The high point is on private property with public access allowed via a short path from a roadside pullout. A small marker and register book are located near a rural mailbox. Easy roadside stop with no real hiking required. Watch for ticks in summer months as the grass can be tall. Please respect the landowners who allow access. No facilities available. A quick stop when traveling through Indiana or completing a Midwest highpoints tour. Flat terrain throughout.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (15–25 L)
Water
Offline Maps
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Trail Shoes
Midlayer
Sun Hat
GPS Device
First-Aid Kit
Quests with Hoosier Hill
50 State HighpointsFrequently asked questions
How tall is Hoosier Hill?
Hoosier Hill is 1,257 feet (383 m) tall. It is in the Glaciated Till Plain, Indiana.
Is Hoosier Hill the highest point in Indiana?
Yes. At 1,257 feet, Hoosier Hill is the highest point in Indiana.
How hard is it to hike Hoosier Hill?
The Hoosier Hill Walk is Class 1, which means hiking on a trail. Yak rates it a walk-up: 0.4 miles with 0 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Hoosier Hill?
Most people take 20 – 30 minutes round trip on the Hoosier Hill Walk, covering 0.4 miles with 0 feet of elevation gain.
Can a beginner hike Hoosier Hill?
Most people can. It is a short walk of 0.4 miles with 0 feet of elevation gain, about 20 – 30 minutes round trip.
When is the best time to hike Hoosier Hill?
Hoosier Hill is open for hiking year-round. Conditions change with the seasons, so check the summit forecast before you go.
Climb Hoosier Hill with Yak
Plan your route on a topo map, check the summit forecast, then log your climb and see what is left on your list