Vacation in Franklin County - Indiana
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Area Overview
Franklin County is a small farming community with lots of recreation and amenities. Close to Indianapolis and Cincinnati. We have the beautiful Brookville Lake, Pre Civil War Historical Town of Metamora and the German Catholic town of Oldenburg.
Includes Cities/Towns: Batesville, Bath, Brookville, Cedar Grove, Laurel, Metamora, New Trenton, Oldenburg.
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Cultural Activities
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2 local groups bring in several concerts, art and theater to our area. The Metamora Performing Arts and the Franklin County Arts Council. We have a wonderful library that has 2 locations in the county for easy assess with a large genealogical department.
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Attractions
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We have several state trails along with the Whitewater Canal Trails. Our town park has a new walking trail. There are 3 golf courses, a state park with lake for fishing and hunting, and some of the best Fly Fishing in the area.
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Transportation |
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With in just a few miles,rental cars are available. We have a small public airport in our county also.
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Climate |
Monthly Temperatures / Rainfall
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Low
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Avg
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High
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Rain |
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January
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20.0
F°
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28.9
F°
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37.8
F°
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3.1
"
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February
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23.0
F°
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32.9
F°
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42.8
F°
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2.8
"
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March
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30.3
F°
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41.6
F°
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52.9
F°
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3.7
"
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April
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40.4
F°
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52.6
F°
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64.9
F°
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4.3
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May
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50.4
F°
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62.6
F°
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74.9
F°
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5.2
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June
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60.3
F°
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72.0
F°
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83.8
F°
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4.1
"
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July
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64.3
F°
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75.6
F°
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86.9
F°
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4.2
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August
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62.3
F°
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74.1
F°
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85.9
F°
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3.3
"
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September
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54.3
F°
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67.0
F°
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79.8
F°
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2.8
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October
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42.3
F°
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55.0
F°
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67.8
F°
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3.1
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November
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33.3
F°
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44.0
F°
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54.8
F°
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3.7
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December
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24.0
F°
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32.4
F°
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40.9
F°
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3.5
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Best Time To Go:
Summer and fall.
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We have all four seasons and in autumn have the most beautiful leave changes around the lake.
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Accommodations |
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We are best known for our beautiful Bed and Breakfasts but we do have a hotel with all the amenities.
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Additional Information
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Visitor Information
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