Austin Bottoms Wildlife Conservation Area is a natural wildlife area located near Scottsburg, Indiana, managed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Situated along river bottom habitats in Scott County, this conservation area provides protected land for native Indiana wildlife and plant communities, offering visitors opportunities for wildlife observation, hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation in a scenic natural setting. The area supports a variety of native species typical of Indiana's river bottom ecosystems, including white-tailed deer, waterfowl, and other woodland and wetland wildlife. As part of Indiana's network of conservation areas dedicated to preserving natural habitats and promoting wildlife management, Austin Bottoms serves both recreational visitors and the broader goal of protecting the state's natural heritage in the southern Indiana region.
