Location: Tell City
Top Things to do in Tell City
What to do and see in Tell City, United States: The Best Places and Tips
Tell City is a city in Troy Township, Perry County, in the U.S. state of Indiana, along the Ohio River. The population was 7,272 at the 2010 census. The city is the county seat of Perry County.
Restaurants in Tell City
1. Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Centered around 131-acre Tipsaw Lake, this park is known for its outdoor opportunities, especially biking.
Reviewed By CampinFamily - Elberfeld, Indiana
Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area is within the Hoosier National Forest. This hidden gem is seldom full. The campsites are now able to be reserved online. There are some sites with water and electric, some with only electric, and some primitive. There are no sites with sewer, though, except for the host sites. The sites are spaced a good distance apart, especially in Jack Pine loop. I like that the shower house (renovated in the last 10 years) is kept very clean and the showers are actually a room that you can deadbolt for security. It should be noted that Catbriar Loop doesn't have a shower facility, only outhouses, and the Dogwood loop seems to be mostly primitive.
We saw several fish caught in the lake and we enjoyed canoeing around without much other traffic on the water. There is a swim beach with a modern playground on it. The beach/boat ramp is a short trail walk from the campgrounds.
The dump station for RV's is located across the highway. It is posted for no parking, but apparently this is a common parking area for some that are going to the prison or for those employees to smoke or something. When we pulled in to the dump station, there were 3 cars parked there unattended and one that the driver was parked there smoking and talking on the phone. That made the loop a little tight, but not too much trouble.
Wildlife is abundant in the park, but we didn't have any issue with raccoons or other pests at our site. We saw several deer and many beautiful birds, etc. This was also one of the quietest parks we've visited in some time, so you can actually enjoy the nature that you're there to take in.
This is a park that we always think we should visit more often, then usually forget to return to.
2. Blue Heron Vineyard & Winery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 22 reviews
A beautiful setting. Perched on a high settting overlooking the Ohio River. Enjoy a glass of their wine on the porch with a spectacular view.
Reviewed By Abby G - Cincinnati, Ohio
I visited Tell City specifically to see the Celtic cross located on the property of this winery and the cross alone was well worth the trip. Gary was talkative friendly; his wife was at their wine booth at the Schweizer Fest so I didn't get to meet her. Many of the wines were delicious and unique, I had a difficult time deciding which ones to purchase! Remember, bring cash - you will want to take some bottles home and there are fun things in the gift shop.
3. Christ of the Ohio
4. Birdseye
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
11-mile trail in Hoosier National Forest that challenges bikers of all abilities.
Reviewed By couplefromIN - Ferdinand, IN
In Birdseye does have great ice cream and a small cone is really large you will see what I mean when you get it. The store next door is a fun junk store for sure. Then there is the old stone jail right there to that is fun to go see.
5. Finley's Antiques, Collectibles and Custom Framing
6. Young's Creek
Peppered with steep climbs and loose rock, this biking trail challenges even the most experienced bikers.
