|
| Add Photo — Add Link — Add Commentary — Correct this page — Print | | Near Covington in Fountain County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes) |
|
Portland Arch Natural Preserve
|
| | | | 
By Al Wolf, August 9, 2008 | |
| | | 1. Portland Arch Natural Preserve Marker | | This is NOT a place for inexperienced hikers! It is very rough and natural area. | | |
Inscription. has been designated a
National Natural Landmark
This site possesses exceptional value as an illustration of the nation's natural heritage and contributes to a better understanding of the environment
Erected 1973 by National Park Service & United States Department of the Interior.
Marker series. This marker is included in the National Historic Landmarks marker series.
Location. 40° 12.996′ N, 87° 20.03′ W. Marker is near Covington, Indiana, in Fountain County. Marker can be reached from West Scout Camp Road (County Route 600 N) 0.4 miles south of North Walnut. Click for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Portland Arch Nature Preserve, Covington IN 47932, United States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, as the crow flies. Wabash - Erie Canal (approx. 0.4 miles away); Progressive Friends Church Memorial (approx. 3.5 miles away); Osborn Prairie Church - - Built 1892 (approx. 4.2 miles away); Trail of Death (approx. 5.2 miles away); Warren County Patriots (approx. 5.4 miles away); Williamsport - Warren County (approx. 5.4 miles away); In Memory of Heroes 1861 - 1865 (approx. 5.8 miles away); World War I Memorial (approx. 5.9 miles away). | | | | 
By Al Wolf, August 9, 2008 | |
| | | 2. Marker and surroundings | | Marker is in the lower left in this photo. | | |
More about this marker. The Covington Post Office Serves the area - BUT the Preserve is South of "Fountain" (aka: Portland Arch) Indiana.
Directions: From Attica go south on U.S. 41 for about 5 mi. and then west on Co. Rd. 650N. Once in Fountain, follow signs to the preserve. There are two parking lots, each with an adjoining self-guiding trail. The trail from the first parking lot leads to the arch.
Regarding Portland Arch Natural Preserve. Bear Creek flows through a deep ravine with high rock walls. It is joined by a small tributary stream that has carved an opening through a massive Mansfield sandstone formation and created a natural bridge known as Portland Arch.
Portland Arch has been recognized for its uniqueness since the first settlers came to western Indiana. A resort and then a Boy Scout camp were located in this area in the past. Now Portland Arch is a National Natural Landmark, as well as a Nature Preserve. |
| | | | 
By Al Wolf, August 9, 2008 | |
| | | 3. Parking Area and Marker | | The marker can be seen on the large rock to the lower left in this photograph. | | |
| | | | | 
By Al Wolf, August 9, 2008 | |
| | | 4. Entrance to the parking area near the marker | | The marker can be seen in the lower center of this picture. There is another parking area .2 of a mile to the south. Driving into these areas during snow season or icy conditions requires seasonal precautions. | | |
| | | | | 
By Al Wolf, August 9, 2008 | |
| | | 5. The Rock! You will pass it getting to the parking area. | | |
| | | | | 
By Al Wolf, August 9, 2008 | |
| | | 6. Area Rules and Regulations | | The Rules and Regulations are posted in both areas but have different styles. This one is in the South Parking Area. | | |
| | | | | 
By Christopher Light, April 22, 2006 | |
| | | 7. Portland Arch | | |
| | | | | 
By Christopher Light, April 22, 2008 | |
| | | 8. Portland Arch | | |
| | | | | 
By Lori Galloway, August 4, 2008 | |
| | | 9. Portland Arch Nature Preserve, North Trail, near marker 20 | | |
| | | | | 
By Lori Galloway, November 1, 2008 | |
| | | 10. Portland Arch Natural Preserve | | Near marker 18 is a trail that leads to the creek. This picture captures a small glimpse of the autumnal leaves against the jagged edges of the natural rock formation. | | |
| | | | | 
By Tim A. DeVore, April 6, 2010 | |
| | | 11. Portland Arch Natural Preserve Marker | | Quiet reflections of the wooded area that leads to the arch. | | |
| | | | | 
By Photo was in Danville Commercial News | |
| | | 12. Portland Arch Scout Camp mess hall | | |
|
Credits. This page originally submitted on August 9, 2008, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. This page has been viewed 3,804 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on August 9, 2008, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. 7, 8. submitted on December 18, 2008, by Christopher Light of Valparaiso, Indiana. 9, 10. submitted on February 3, 2009, by Lori Galloway of Covington, Indiana. 11. submitted on April 7, 2010, by Tim A. DeVore of Danville, Illinois. 12. submitted on April 21, 2011, by Robert W. Kukla of Frisco, Texas. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
Editor’s want-list for this marker. Historical photos of the Resort and/or Boy Scout Camp once located near the arch. • Can you help?
| | Add Photo — Add Link — Add Commentary — Correct this page — Print |
|
Subscribe
— Privacy Policy
— Terms of Use
— About Us
— Contact Us
HMdb.org