Linton, IN
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- 536 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Linton offers quiet small-town living in southwestern Indiana, about an hour southeast of Terre Haute. While the city got its start as a bustling coal-mining hub, the surrounding countryside has transformed into an outdoor lover's paradise. Just outside town, Greene-Sullivan State Forest spans nearly 9,000 acres with over 120 lakes, giving locals endless spots for fishing, camping, and kayaking right in their backyard.
In town, Linton holds onto its heritage with a classic, walkable historic district and cultural spots like the Carnegie Heritage and Arts Center. The community gathers throughout the year for local traditions, including hosting Indiana's largest Independence Day parade during the annual Freedom Festival. It is a welcoming, down-to-earth place where historic brick storefronts meet easy access to quiet waters and open countryside.
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