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TIPSAW PRIMROSE GROUP SITE

Open

Open for the 2026 season. Reservations available April 15 through October 31 via Recreation.gov. Operating season runs April 1 through October 15. Sites available first-come, first-served if not reserved in advance.

Hoosier National Forest

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.

Hoosier National Forest

Hardin Ridge Beach closed due to flooding 5.22.26

Due to high water levels in Monroe Lake, the Hardin Ridge Recreation Area beach will remain closed until further notice.

Hoosier National Forest

Mano Point boat launch is sedimented in

Mano Point boat launch is sedimented in due to high water levels this spring on the Ohio River.

About

Primrose Loop Group Site sits within Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area in Hoosier National Forest, offering organized groups a dedicated camping area in southern Indiana's rugged hills. The site accommodates up to 65 people across six campsites and operates as a reservable group camping facility from mid-April through October. The group camp features vault toilets, potable water, and fire rings at each site (only USDA-certified firewood permitted). Campers can access showers at the modern bathhouse near the beach. A dump station is located across the highway from the recreation area entrance. The surrounding area includes Tipsaw Lake for paddling and fishing with electric motors only, a swimming beach open Memorial Day through Labor Day, and 5.9 miles of trail circling the lake for hiking and mountain biking. The campground is located six miles south of Interstate 64 off Indiana Highway 37. Quiet hours are enforced from 10 PM to 6 AM. Reservations are made through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.

Directions

From Interstate 64, take Exit 79 onto Indiana Highway 37 and head south approximately six miles. Follow signs to Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area entrance.

Amenities

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

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites

Contact

Phone +1 (812) 275-5987

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile Yes

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