TIPSAW PRIMROSE GROUP SITE
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.
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.
Offices Closed April 29
Staff will be conducting a forest-wide clean up on April 29 and our Tell City and Bedford Offices will be closed. Offices will reopen on Thursday, April 30 at 8 a.m. local time. If you need assistance, visit our website at www.fs.usda.gov/R09/Hoosier
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.We use the Code of Federal Regulations which defines a cave as - "Cave means any naturally occurring void, cavity,…
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.
Section of Tower Ridge Road temporarily closed for safety
A section of Tower Ridge Road was closed to the public on July 3, 2025 due to its deteriorating condition from storm damage and the hazards that posed to the public. Blackwell Campground can be accessed from the west. For Grubb Ridge Trailhead, Hickory Ridge Lookout Tower and points east, use…
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.
Frost Advisory issued May 2 at 11:49AM EDT until May 3 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY
* WHAT...Temperatures well into the 30s for most locations will result in frost formation early Sunday. * WHERE...Portions of south central Indiana and east central, north central, northwest, and south central Kentucky. * WHEN...From 3 AM EDT /2 AM CDT/ to 9 AM EDT /8 AM CDT/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
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.
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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