Hindostan Falls Spanish Cave Gold

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Hindostan Falls Spanish Cave Gold

Lost Treasure IN • Martin County County
Description
Hindostan Falls legend of Spanish explorers stashing gold in a cave near the widest waterfall on the East Fork White River — a companion tale to the lost town treasurer's well.
Historical Notes
Native American and pioneer lore around Hindostan Falls describes a cave of gold beneath the falls. One variant credits Spanish explorers who never returned for their buried ingots. Treasure hunters have excavated promising sites near the 134-acre state fishing and wildlife area with no confirmed recovery.
Status / Verification legend — Legendary or approximate

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