TIPSAW PRIMROSE GROUP SITE

Closed — Closed for the season. Opens April 15 through October 31. Special arrangements may be made for groups to camp later in the fall. Reservations available through Recreation.gov starting April 15.

Bedford Office will be closed Dec 24, 2025

Bedford Office will be closed Dec 24, 2025

Lower Lake Levels

Starting in December lake levels will be lowered to allow more water storage capacity for spring precipitation.  Boat launches will not be available during low-water.

Mogan Ridge Road Opening September 26th

Mogan Ridge Road is open from September 26th, 2025, to January 4th, 2026.  Please exercise caution when driving.  Share the road with mountain bikers, hikers, and horseback riders.

Acts Prohibited within the Charles C. Deam Wilderness

The following acts and omissions are prohibited in the Charles C. Deam Wilderness Area of the Hoosier National Forest.

Hoosier National Forest fire, camping, motor vehicle use, trail use, occupancy and use prohibitions

The following act(s) is/are prohibited within the Hoosier National Forest

Seasonal Cave Closure in Effect

All Hoosier National Forest caves are closed to visitors from August 16 and May 14 to prevent the disturbance of hibernating bats and reduce the spread of White-Nose syndrome in bats.

Rainbow Lake Area Closure

This Order restricts access to an 2.33-acre area, consisting of a 100 foot no activity buffer from the Northwestern cliff edges of East Rainbow Lake as identified in Exhibit A.

Hickory Ridge Trail 16 Closed

Hickory Ridge Trail 16 is currently closed  from the junction of trail 17 on the west to junction with trail 17 on the east, south of trail 17.

Mano Point boat launch is open for small watercraft only

Mano Point boat launch is open for small watercraft only due to sediment under the water level.

Tower Ridge Road Temporarily Closed

Beginning Thursday, July 3, Tower Ridge Road will be closed temporarily for public safety. Several months of heavy rains and high use have led to hazardous conditions. It will remain open from IN 446 to Blackwell Campground, and from the east to Grubb Ridge Trailhead.

Tipsaw Trail Bridge Closed Temporarily

Bridge #3 on Tipsaw Trail at Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area failed inspection and is closed for public safety. The trail remains open and visitors can bypass the bridge if they feel safe doing so.

Peninsula Trail Closed

The Peninsula Trail and Campsites 12 and 21 will remain closed until further notice.  A severe storm in June 2024 caused significant damage.

About

Primrose Loop is one of two group camps at Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area in Hoosier National Forest. The group site accommodates up to 65 people across six campsites, offering a spacious and scenic setting on the shores of Tipsaw Lake in south-central Indiana. The recreation area provides access to hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and educational programs, making it an ideal location for large group gatherings. The group camp features water access and vault toilets on-site, with shower facilities available in the main campground loops. Only USDA certified firewood may be brought into the campground. Groups camping at Primrose Loop have access to all the amenities and recreational opportunities at Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area, including the lake itself and surrounding trails. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov with a $10 reservation fee. The nightly rate is $40, with an additional $5 per vehicle per day fee after the first vehicle. If not previously reserved, the site is available on a first-come, first-served basis during the operating season.

Directions

Located 6 miles south of Interstate 64 off State Highway 37. Turn at the large entrance sign and continue down the road to the gatehouse and the recreation complex. The campgrounds are to the north past the gatehouse.

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Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station
Wifi No
Pets Allowed
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store
Price $40

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (812) 275-5987

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile Yes

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