Potato Creek State Park
Open — Open year-round for camping and reservations. Water is turned off during winter months and some amenities are limited. Park gates open daily 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Stay limited to 14 consecutive nights.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 4:00AM EST until January 20 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Northern Indiana
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 15 to 20 below zero expected. * WHERE...A portion of northern Indiana. * WHEN...From 7 AM EST /6 AM CST/ this morning to 9 AM EST /8 AM CST/ Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Special Weather Statement issued January 19 at 2:20AM EST by NWS Northern Indiana
A strong, Arctic cold front will move across northern Indiana early this morning. Heavy snow showers will accompany this front reducing visibility under one half mile and producing a quick half inch to locally one inch of additional snow accumulation. Westerly winds will gust as high as 40 mph producing blowing and drifting snow.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 18 at 2:35PM EST until January 19 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Northern Indiana
* WHAT...Lake effect snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations ranging from 2 to 4 inches north of the Toll Road, to 1 to 2 inches south of the Toll Road. Blowing and drifting snow, especially late tonight through mid afternoon Monday. Visibilities of less than one quarter of a mile due to snow and blowing snow are possible at times, with the greatest impacts expected along and north of the Toll Road. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Eastern St. Joseph IN, Elkhart, Northern La Porte, and Western St. Joseph IN Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM EST /6 PM CST/ this evening to 7 PM EST /6 PM CST/ Monday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Low visibility will be possible from falling snow and gusty winds. Use caution will driving and increase your following distance. Cold temperatures combined with the gusty winds will produce wind chills of 10 below to 15 below on Monday. Be sure to bundle up if outside.
About
Potato Creek State Park is one of Indiana's most popular camping destinations, situated in north-central Indiana about 12 miles southwest of South Bend. The campground features 287 electric sites suitable for both tents and RVs, along with 70 horsemen's electric sites and 17 youth tent areas. The park is open year-round, though water is turned off during winter months and amenities are limited. The 327-acre Worster Lake serves as the centerpiece, offering opportunities for fishing, boating with electric trolling motors only, and swimming at a sandy beach. The park includes diverse natural habitats from mature woodlands and restored prairies to wetlands, providing excellent wildlife observation. Trail enthusiasts can explore over 15 miles of hiking trails ranging from easy to rugged terrain, a 3.2-mile paved bicycle trail, 7.4 miles of mountain bike trails, and over 7 miles of bridle trails. Modern facilities include flush toilets, hot water showers, electricity at sites, a camp store, dump station, and water fill station. The campground does not offer water or sewer hookups at individual sites. Reservations are highly recommended, especially during summer weekends when the campground typically sells out. Stay is limited to 14 consecutive nights. The park operates daily from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Directions
Located at 25601 State Road 4, North Liberty, IN 46554, approximately 12 miles southwest of South Bend in Saint Joseph County.
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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 | Yes |
| Price | $16 - $90 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 63ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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