Metamora
Canal Town
State: Indiana
County: Franklin County
Founded: 1838
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Canal town
Metamora is a preserved Whitewater Canal town with a functioning 1840s grist mill and covered aqueduct. When railroads replaced canals, the town declined. Now a tourist destination with shops and restaurants.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 2-3 hours
Quick Facts
- 1840s grist mill
- Covered aqueduct
- Canal boat rides
Location
Address: Metamora, IN
Coordinates: 39.45, -85.1333