Tipsaw Campground
Open for the 2026 season from April 15 through October 15. Some trail closures are in effect including Tipsaw Trail Bridge and Peninsula Trail. Beach and bathhouse open Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Flood Warning issued July 21 at 6:59PM EDT until July 21 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Southeastern Crawford County in south central Indiana... Southern Harrison County in south central Indiana... Northern Perry County in south central Indiana... Northern Breckinridge County in central Kentucky... Central Meade County in central Kentucky... * WHEN...Until 1000 PM EDT /900 PM CDT/. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 659 PM EDT /559 PM CDT/, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. - Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Brandenburg, Mount Pleasant, Leopold, Ekron, Mauckport, Alton, Laconia, New Amsterdam and Wolf Creek. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 10:39AM EDT until July 21 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
* WHAT...Heat index values of 105 to 110 expected. * WHERE...Portions of Indiana and north central, northwest, and south central Kentucky. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Rainbow Lake closed 7/22/26 from sunrise to 1 p.m.
Staff will be conducting maintenance in the area. This is a temporary closure.
About
Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area is situated in the rolling hardwood forests of south-central Indiana's Hoosier National Forest, six miles south of Interstate 64. The campground sprawls across multiple loops surrounding the scenic 131-acre lake, offering a mix of tent and RV camping options. Sites in the Catbrier Loop feature electric and water hookups suitable for larger RVs, while other loops provide non-electric options for tent campers seeking a more primitive experience. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill, and centralized amenities include flush toilets, hot showers, and potable water. The fully accessible beach area features a modern bathhouse with changing rooms and washing stations, open from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The lake itself has earned a reputation as one of southern Indiana's best panfishing destinations, with boating restricted to electric motors only. A 5.9-mile multi-use trail circles the lake, offering hiking and mountain biking through diverse forest types with scenic overlooks. Two group camping areas accommodate parties up to 65 people. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov, though some sites remain first-come, first-served.
Directions
Located 6 miles south of Interstate 64 off State Highway 37 in Perry County, Indiana.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $24 - $49 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (812) 837-9453 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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