Rising Sun is located in Ohio County, and was originally a hunting ground for many Indian tribes.
The first documented settlers were members of the family of Samuel Fulton, an uncle to steamboat inventor Robert Fulton. The family posted lookouts on the hillsides to watch for Indians while they cleared fields and built homes.
In 1814, John James of Fredericksburg, MD, journeyed to the area and purchased a large tract of land which he and his son, Pinckney, surveyed and platted.
In 1816, they registered the town of Rising Sun, which became Ohio County’s county seat.
Today, Rising Sun has a number of small, family owned shops and restaurants, as well as a beautiful riverfront park, and even a riverboat casino!
This park and grab cache is located along the scenic riverfront. Parking, picnic tables, and restrooms are nearby.
Please use stealth, and replace as found. Enjoy your excursion!!!
If you like the location, please make it a favorite.
CONGRATULATIONS TO BORCHERS FOR BEING THE FTF!!!!!!!