H.R. WHITE OAK LOOP
Open for the 2026 season. The campground opened April 4, 2026, with full facilities including showers and flush toilets operational since April 8. Operating season runs through mid to late October. Reservations available via Recreation.gov.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 11 at 3:48PM EDT until August 11 at 4:15PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
At 348 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Martinsville, or 12 miles northeast of Bloomington, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Martinsville, Trafalgar, Morgantown, Mahalasville, Spearsville, Helmsburg, and Beanblossom.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued August 11 at 3:34PM EDT until August 11 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS EXTENDED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 565 TO INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING AREAS UNTIL 5 PM EDT THIS AFTERNOON IN INDIANA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 4 COUNTIES IN SOUTH CENTRAL INDIANA MONROE IN WEST CENTRAL INDIANA CLAY OWEN VIGO THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF BLOOMINGTON, BRAZIL, GOSPORT, SPENCER, AND TERRE HAUTE.
Rainbow Lake Recreation Area closed Friday, July 31 from sunrise to 1 p.m.
Temporarily closed for maintenance activities
About
H.R. White Oak Loop is one of six campground loops within the Hardin Ridge Recreation Area, situated on the shores of Monroe Lake in Hoosier National Forest. This established campground offers a mix of standard and RV electric sites under mature tree canopy. Centralized facilities include flush toilets, hot showers, and potable water. Hardin Ridge as a whole encompasses 1,200 acres and provides diverse recreational opportunities beyond camping. The complex features a 300-foot swimming beach, a three-lane boat launch with year-round access and 75-space parking area, and two lakefront primitive rental cabins. The 2-mile Hardin Ridge Trail accommodates both hikers and mountain bikers, while the 1.2-mile Ted T. Turtle Nature Trail offers interpretive experiences. The area is operated by BA Services under a Forest Service permit. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov. A daily parking permit is required during the operating season. Firewood must be purchased on-site to prevent the spread of invasive species.
Directions
From Bedford: Travel 7 miles east on US 50, then 12 miles north on SR 446, then west on Chapel Hill Road for 2 miles. From Bloomington: Travel 14 miles south on SR 446, then west on Chapel Hill Road for 2 miles.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 - $32 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (812) 837-9453 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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