Bethel, Wayne County, Indiana facts for kids
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Bethel
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 Bethel, Wayne County, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Bethel, Wayne County, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Wayne |
| Township | Franklin |
| Elevation | 1,214 ft (370 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47341
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| GNIS feature ID | 430879 |
Bethel is a small, unincorporated community located in Wayne County, Indiana. An unincorporated community means it's a place with a shared identity but without its own local government. Bethel is famous for being home to Hoosier Hill, which is the highest natural point in Indiana.
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History of Bethel
Bethel was first established in the year 1850. In the same year, a post office was opened in Bethel. This post office helped people send and receive mail. It stayed open for many years until it closed down in 1915.
Geography and Hoosier Hill
Bethel is known for Hoosier Hill, which is the highest natural point in Indiana. Hoosier Hill is about 1,257 feet (383 meters) high. You can find it on Elliot Road, near the Bethel area. In 2005, a special picnic area was created there for visitors to enjoy.
Bethel in Popular Culture
Ghost Nation TV Series Visits Bethel
The TV show "Ghost Nation" filmed an episode called "Phantom Fury" in Bethel, Indiana. This episode was part of the show's second season. The filming took place at a resident's home on Bethel Road in August 2020. "Ghost Nation" is a TV series where a team investigates places that are said to have ghosts. The episode featuring Bethel first aired on January 16, 2021.
