Rosedale, IN is a small but charming town in Parke County located on the western edge of Indiana. Known for its vast array of outdoor activities, Rosedale is a popular destination for those looking to explore nature and get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Visitors can go fishing or canoeing at the nearby Ninestone Lake, take in stunning views from Trailblazer Park, or even challenge themselves with an ATV ride through the trails at Paint Creek Recreation Area. With its peaceful atmosphere and abundance of outdoor activities, it's no wonder that Rosedale has earned positive reviews from many visitors. People have commented that it's a great place to escape and relax, and that there are plenty of interesting things to do throughout the year. From swimming at Big Walnut Creek State Wildlife Management Area in summer to skiing at Hickory Hills Ski Resort in winter, Rosedale truly offers something for everyone all year round.
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Southern Gateway to Parke County IN, the Covered B - 2/18/2009
The incorporated little town of Rosedale was founded in 1810 by John Doty, one of the first settlers to enter the newly-claimed Northwest Territory. Renamed for entrepreneur-philanthropist Chauncey Rose, who first settled there after migrating from New England in 1818, the town has tenaciously remained steadfast when other small rural communities have turned to dust.
At the peak of its population during the 1880s through 1920's coal boom, the Midwest Coal Field town bloomed to some 1500 residents. At that time, it stretched a string of adjacent residences along roadways as far as neighboring Coxville and Bridgeton, both some six miles distant. Its downtown then included two opera houses, hotels, several restaurants, and many other 'urban' influences. As times would have it, the development of centralized milling of grains via railroads took a bite out of the town. A larger chunk was taken when the end of World War I brought a decline in demand for coal. As was
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