Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
Lincoln City, IN
The farm where Abraham Lincoln lived from age 7 to 21, with his mother’s grave, a memorial hall and a living history farm open in summer. Next to Lincoln State Park.
- Nearest town
- Lincoln City, IN
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 38.1134, -86.9973
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and June. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Gobbler's Run Non-electric CampgroundCampsite0 mi from Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
- Lincoln State Park campground gatehouseCampsite0 mi from Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
- Buckhorn Primitive Campground/ Youth Tent AreaCampsite1 mi from Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
- Lake Lincoln CampgroundCampsite1 mi from Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial
- Sun Outdoors Lake RudolphCampsite4 mi from Lincoln Boyhood National MemorialTentsCaravans
- South Slope CampingCampsite22 mi from Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial · 27 pitches
All campsites in Indiana · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial?
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial is in Lincoln City, IN, at GPS 38.1134, -86.9973. It is about 36 mi from French Lick.
Can you camp near Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Gobbler's Run Non-electric Campground, about 0 mi away; within 25 mi there are 13 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial?
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Southern Indiana hills: Columbus architecture to Lincoln’s boyhood.
What is there to see near Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial?
Places worth a stop nearby: Spring Mill State Park (53 mi), Kentucky Derby Museum (67 mi), Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory (68 mi) and Muhammad Ali Center (68 mi).
When is the best time to visit Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial?
The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and June. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)