Elkinsville

The Town That Was

State: Indiana County: Brown County Founded: 1850s Abandoned: 1964 (Lake Monroe) Peak Population: Hamlet

Elkinsville was a quiet valley community that was seized by imminent domain to create the Lake Monroe reservoir. Although the lake waters never actually covered the town site itself, the access roads were flooded, and the buildings were razed. It remains a nostalgic 'ghost' for locals.

Plan Your Visit

Best Time: Year-round

Difficulty: Easy

Time Needed: 1 hour

Quick Facts

  • Evicted for Lake Monroe
  • Site was never actually flooded
  • Inspiration for local songs

Location

Address: Elkinsville Rd, IN

Coordinates: 39.075, -86.25