Tipsaw Recreation Area

Known as Southern Indiana’s “hidden beauty,” Tipsaw offers camping, fishing, boating, or just a relaxing day at the lake.

Location

21387 Old State Road

Tell City, IN 47586

Office Phone

(812) 843-4890

Reservations CANNOT be made by calling the office. Use the reserve link or phone number below.

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If you’re looking for the ultimate in weekend getaway or summer vacation spots in Indiana, look no further than Tipsaw Recreation Areas. Located on beautiful Tipsaw Lake, the area offers the perfect opportunity to swim, boat, fish and picnic. Numerous hiking trails begin and include both Tipsaw and Indian-Celina Recreation Areas, offering you a moment of solitude within Hoosier National Forest. Be sure to check out the Lincoln Boyhood Memorial & Living Historical Farm, Wyandotte and Marengo Caves, and Indian-Celina Recreation Area, all located nearby.

For more camping a little further north, check out Hardin Ridge Campground near Bloomington!

While getting “out there” and getting your hands dirty, make sure to do your part to recreate responsibly. Take a minute to visit our FIND forest friends and learn how!

Site Info.

Rates:
Standard/Interagency & Senior Discounts

Standard Campsite – $21/$10.50
(1 vehicle & up to 8 persons)
Standard Campsite – $28/$18
+ Electric
Standard Campsite – $31/$21
+ Electric & Water
Double Campsite – $44
+ Electric
Catbrier RV Sites – $31/$21
(Electric & Water)
Primrose Group Site – $70
(Electric Only)
Goldenrod Group Site – $70
(Electric Only)
Each additional car —$5/day
Day Use — Parking – $5
+ $5 per extra vehicle
Day Use – Busses & Vans – $5
+ $1 per person
Annual Pass/Day Use – $35/$17.50
Picnic Pavilion – $40
Tipsaw Campground Map & Rules

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Spacious, mostly shaded sites for tents & RV’s
Beach area for swimming, including boat launch & children’s playground at Tipsaw
Picnic shelters – some large enough for groups
Modern bath houses
Hiking trails

Programs and Events at Tipsaw

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Enjoy family weekend programs during the summer at each campground
Two Lakes Trail
Lincoln Boyhood Memorial & Living Historical Farm
Santa Clause, IN, Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari are nearby
Eagles Wings Zipline Tours
French Lick Casino
Explore Wyandotte & Marengo Caves
Charles C. Deam Wilderness
Hiking Trails
Tour West Baden Springs

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Tipsaw Recreation Area

Known as Southern Indiana’s “hidden beauty,” Tipsaw offers camping, fishing, boating, or just a relaxing day at the lake.

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Location

Office Phone

(812) 843-4890

Reservations CANNOT be made by calling the office. Use the reserve link or phone number below.

Reservations

Need help with reservations? Try this step-by-step guide.

Tipsaw Recreation Area

HAVE YOU BEEN HERE?

Site Info.

FIND Adventure - On Site

Programs and Events at Tipsaw

FIND Adventure - Off Site

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