Lyford offers the calm of a true country crossroads with quick connections to the sights, schools, and services that make daily life convenient. Set in Parke County, it’s minutes from postcard-worthy covered bridges and the annual celebration spotlighted by the Parke County Convention & Visitors Commission’s Covered Bridge Festival. Outdoor time comes easy: hike sculpted ravines at Turkey Run State Park, paddle Sugar Creek, or boat and fish at Raccoon State Recreation Area / Cecil M. Harden Lake. For quieter trails under deep forest canopy, nearby Shades State Park rewards repeat visits.
Families appreciate access to the Southwest Parke Community School Corporation, including Riverton Parke Jr/Sr High and Rosedale Elementary, while the neighboring North Central Parke Community School Corporation serves Parke Heritage High School. Local calendars revolve around athletics, band concerts, and countywide festivals that bring friends and neighbors together.
Everyday needs are close at hand in Rockville and Rosedale, with broader shopping, healthcare through Union Health, and cultural events at Indiana State University within an easy drive to Terre Haute. Whether you’re dreaming of acreage for a garden, a starter home with room to grow, or a quieter pace near trailheads and bridges, Lyford makes a compelling base.
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