Falls of the Ohio State Park is a one-of-a-kind natural history destination located along the Ohio River in Clarksville, Indiana, directly across from Louisville, Kentucky. The park is best known for its 390-million-year-old Devonian fossil beds, which are among the largest exposed fossil beds of their kind in the world. Visitors can explore the riverfront landscape, view ancient marine fossils, walk along scenic outdoor areas, and experience changing views of the Ohio River and Louisville skyline. 

When river conditions allow, guests can venture onto the exposed fossil beds for an up-close look at the remains of an ecosystem that existed millions of years before the dinosaurs. Overlooking the river and fossil beds, the Falls of the Ohio Interpretive Center brings the area’s natural and cultural history to life through interactive and immersive exhibits.

The center explores the ancient sea that once covered the region, the formation of the surrounding landscape, the communities and cultures shaped by the river, and the continued importance of the Falls today. With opportunities for fossil viewing, hiking, birdwatching, photography, education, and peaceful riverside exploration, Falls of the Ohio offers an experience that connects science, history, nature, and recreation. Its combination of ancient geology, wildlife habitats, interpretive exhibits, and panoramic river views makes it a distinctive destination for families, students, travelers, photographers, and outdoor enthusiasts throughout Southern Indiana and the Louisville metropolitan area.