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Campgrounds and Recreation Areas

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Status Current Fees
Hardin Ridge Recreation Area

Open

Varies by use

Shirley Creek Horsecamp Open Free year round
Blackwell Horsecamp Open Free year round
Hickory Ridge Horsecamp Open Free year round
German Ridge Recreation Area

Open

$4 camping year-round

Indian-Celina Lakes Recreation Area Open Varies by use
Tipsaw Recreation Area Open Varies by use
Saddle Lake Recreation Area Open Free year round
Springs Valley Recreation Area Open Free year round
Youngs Creek Horsecamp Open Free year round
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Forest Map showing relative location of recreation areas (214 KB)

For a pdf - printable chart of the information below (306 KB)

Do not bring firewood into Forest picnic areas or campgrounds! Firewood could transport emerald ash borer.  Only local firewood should be used. Click here for more information.

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Recreation Area Information

Facilities vary in their accessibility to people with disabilities. Please call our offices for up-to-date information on site accessibility.

No drinking water available at some sites.

Annual day use passes are available for $35 that can be used at Hardin Ridge, Tipsaw, and Indian-Celina Lake recreation complexes.

Holders of Golden Age and Golden Access passports will receive a 50% price reduction on the basic camping fee and shelter rental but not on the day use or annual pass.

State of Indiana Recreation Sites

There are several other recreation areas near the Hoosier National Forest which are operated by the State of Indiana. These include some of the most beautiful areas in the State, including: Forests, Parks, Reservoirs, Nature Preserves, Fish and Wildlife Areas, and Recreation Areas. For more information on these sites check the Indiana Department of Natural Resources website!

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For more information you may contact us at r9_hoosier_website@fs.fed.us

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