Saddle Lake Campground
Open year-round, first-come first-served. No potable water available; bring your own. Outside firewood is prohibited to prevent invasive pest spread. Dead and downed wood may be collected on-site.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 11:34AM EDT until July 3 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 100-110. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 105 expected. * WHERE...Portions of south central Indiana and east central, north central, northwest, and south central Kentucky. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 9 PM EDT /8 PM CDT/ Friday. For the Heat Advisory, from 9 PM EDT /8 PM CDT/ Friday to 9 PM EDT /8 PM CDT/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Heat Advisory issued July 2 at 11:34AM EDT until July 4 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 100-110. For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 105 expected. * WHERE...Portions of south central Indiana and east central, north central, northwest, and south central Kentucky. * WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 9 PM EDT /8 PM CDT/ Friday. For the Heat Advisory, from 9 PM EDT /8 PM CDT/ Friday to 9 PM EDT /8 PM CDT/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Fireworks are prohibited on Hoosier National Forest
Possessing, discharging or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device is prohibited on national forest system lands.
About
Saddle Lake Campground sits within the Saddle Lake Recreation Area, one of four areas associated with flood control lakes built along the Middle Fork of the Anderson River in southern Indiana. The 41-acre lake features wooded shoreline hideaways and tranquil coves that make it an excellent destination for pan fishing. The somewhat remote location means you will often have the place to yourself. The primitive campground offers 13 nonelectric sites with a single vault toilet and a garbage can. There is no potable water, so campers must bring their own supply. Quiet hours are 10 PM to 6 PM. A self-service pay station accepts the $5 per night fee. The 2.4-mile Saddle Lake Trail is a hiking-only path that loops around the lake, offering scenic views of the water and surrounding hardwoods and conifers. A boat ramp provides lake access for fishing and paddling. There is no designated swimming beach.
Directions
From I-64, take Exit 79 to IN 37 south. Continue approximately 12-13 miles to the turnoff on old Highway 37 to Saddle Lake Recreation Area, then follow signs to the campground and boat ramp.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| SM.FS.R9HOFwebsite@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (812) 547-7051 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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