Salamonie Lake
The campground is open year-round. Electric sites are reservable from mid-May through mid-November. Primitive and equestrian sites are available seasonally. A year-round blue-green algae advisory is in effect for the lake; do not drink the water and shower after swimming.
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 28 at 1:29PM EDT until July 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
* WHAT...Extended period of dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 possible during the afternoon and early evening hours. Daily high temperatures in the 90s. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana, southwest Michigan, and northwest Ohio. * WHEN...From 2 PM EDT /1 PM CDT/ Monday to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight lows in the mid-70s will offer limited relief from the heat. Additionally, heat-related impacts may be heightened due to cooler than normal temperatures these past two weeks.
About
Salamonie Lake sits at the heart of a 12,000-acre recreation area managed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. The 2,855-acre reservoir serves as the centerpiece for camping, boating, fishing, and swimming. Lost Bridge West State Recreation Area provides the main developed camping with 245 electric hookup sites spread across multiple loops, equipped with 30-amp and select 50-amp electrical service. Four comfort stations with showers and two dump stations serve the electric campground. The Apple Orchard Campground offers 38 primitive sites for a more rustic experience. Equestrian camping is a significant draw, with 50 primitive horse sites at Lost Bridge West and additional facilities at Salamonie River State Forest. The Horsemen's Campground includes 37 equestrian electric sites and 12 primitive equestrian sites for riders seeking hookups. Five boat ramps provide access to the lake, and a marina offers additional services. A beach area allows swimming, though a year-round blue-green algae advisory recommends showering after contact with the water. The recreation area includes an interpretive center, visitor center, hiking and mountain biking trails, snowmobile trails in winter, and geocaching opportunities. Seven youth tent areas accommodate group camping for younger visitors. Quiet hours are enforced from 11 PM to 7 AM.
Directions
Located at 9214 W. Lost Bridge West, Andrews, IN 46702, approximately 25 miles southwest of Fort Wayne in Huntington County.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $16 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 170ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (260) 468-2125 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| Indiana DNR Salamonie Lake | |
| Salamonie Lake Reservations |
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