Linton
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Linton
Locals say Greene County · “Coal Country”
Friendly hills, coal heritage, and quiet lakes.
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Welcome to Greene County, where the coal mines left us a chain of beautiful lakes and the people are as friendly as the pork tenderloin is big. Whether you're here for the fishing, the fair, or just passing through, you'll find a community that takes pride in its small-town roots and its Hoosier hospitality.
Clubs for Linton
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The room
One room for everyone around Linton. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
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Marketplace
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Things to do
- Shakamak State Park A state park with three lakes, camping, and hiking trails near Jasonville.
- Greene-Sullivan State Forest A large state forest with trails and old strip-mine lakes, popular for hiking and hunting.
- Greene County Courthouse Historic courthouse in Bloomfield, the county seat, with a classic Indiana design.
- Linton Coal Miners Memorial A memorial honoring coal miners in Linton, reflecting the region's mining heritage.
- White River The river runs through the county, offering fishing and canoeing spots.
- Outdoors Fish at Shakamak Lake
- Outdoors Hike the Greene-Sullivan trails
- With kids Swim at Shakamak State Park beach
- With kids Visit the Greene County Fair
- Evenings Local taverns
- Evenings VFW and American Legion halls
- Locals love Small-town diners
- Locals love Strip-mine lakes
Through the year
- Greene County Fair July The county fair with livestock shows, carnival rides, and local food.
- Linton Freedom Festival July A July 4th celebration with parade, fireworks, and community picnic.
Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. Best times are spring and fall for outdoor activities. Best: Spring and fall are the most comfortable, with mild temperatures and lower humidity.
Talk like a local
- “strip pit”
- A lake formed from a strip mine, often used for fishing.
- “holler”
- A small valley or hollow, common in the hills.
- “crick”
- A creek or small stream.
- “pop”
- A soft drink, as in 'pop'.
Getaways
- Bloomington College town with music, arts, and the Indiana University campus.
- Terre Haute Larger city with shopping, dining, and the Wabash River.
- Vincennes Historic town with French heritage and the George Rogers Clark site.
- Washington Small city with a charming downtown and local eateries.
Local flavour
Rooting for Indiana Hoosiers, Purdue Boilermakers, Indianapolis Colts
Eat and drink
- Pork tenderloin sandwich Breaded, fried, and served on a bun with pickles and onion – a Hoosier staple.
- Persimmon pudding A moist, spiced dessert made from wild persimmons, often served at church suppers and county fairs.
- Sugar cream pie A simple, creamy custard pie also known as 'Hoosier pie'.
Where people go
- County fairgrounds Home to the Greene County Fair, a summer highlight with livestock shows and demolition derbies.
- Small-town diners Family-owned spots serving breakfast all day and the classic tenderloin.
- Lakes and reservoirs from strip mines Old coal pits now filled with water, perfect for fishing and quiet afternoons.
- State forest trails Greene-Sullivan State Forest offers hiking, horseback riding, and a taste of the woods.
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Greene County, IN. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.