Tipsaw Lake

Tipsaw Lake
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Tipsaw Lake Beach

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Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

44 total sites

RV Sites

42 sites

Tent Sites

2 sites

About Tipsaw Lake

The Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area is located on the shores of its namesake lake in south-central Indiana's Hoosier National Forest. It offers camping, picnic areas, boating, swimming, hiking, biking and educational programs. Visitors enjoy the scenic views of the forest and all it has to offer.

Number of accommodations: 44

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 3 to Oct 25

Campground Amenities

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  • Showers
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

44 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: CATB RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 001, Loop: JackPine RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: CATB RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: JackPine RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: CATB RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: JackPine RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: CATB RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: JackPine RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: CATB RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: CATB RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: JackPine RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: CATB RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: JackPine RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: CATB RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: JackPine RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: CATB RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: JackPine RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: CATB RV
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: JackPine RV
Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: JackPine RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: JackPine RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: JackPine RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: JackPine RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: JackPine RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: JackPine RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: JackPine RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: JackPine RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: JackPine RV
30 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: Dogwood RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: Dogwood RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
026, Loop: Dogwood Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
027, Loop: Dogwood Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: Dogwood RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 029, Loop: Dogwood RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: Dogwood RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 031, Loop: Dogwood RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 032, Loop: Dogwood RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 033, Loop: Dogwood RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 034, Loop: Dogwood RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 035, Loop: Dogwood RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 036, Loop: Dogwood RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 037, Loop: Dogwood RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 GS4, Loop: GGRP RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 GS5, Loop: PGRP RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (288)

What Guests Are Saying

Tipsaw Lake offers a clean, well-maintained campground with beautiful wooded sites, friendly staff, and a peaceful atmosphere ideal for families and nature lovers. While some campers reported issues like unlevel trailer pads and cold showers, many appreciated the stunning views, helpful hosts, and spacious sites. Overall, it is a highly recommended destination for a relaxing camping experience.

Review Summary

4.5
288 reviews
5
70.5%
203
4
15.6%
45
3
9.4%
27
2
3.8%
11
1
0.7%
2

William C

Verified

September 23, 2024 Stayed at: 030, Loop: Dogwood

5

Dogwood 30, as always, never disappoints. Sure, you get some of the light from the shower block/rest rooms, but no neighbors. Really feels private and special. As for the SRA overall, couldn't be more pleased. Tipsaw SRA is well maintained, clean, and a great place to stay. The camp hosts, Bobby and Janet, are great. They make you feel at home. Really, a hidden gem in southern Indiana.

William C

Verified

September 23, 2024 Stayed at: 030, Loop: Dogwood

5

Dogwood 30, as always, never disappoints. Sure, you get some of the light from the shower block/rest rooms, but no neighbors. Really feels private and special. As for the SRA overall, couldn't be more pleased. Tipsaw SRA is well maintained, clean, and a great place to stay. The camp hosts, Bobby and Janet, are great. They make you feel at home. Really, a hidden gem in southern Indiana.

Sarah L

Verified

September 10, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: JackPine

5

Tipsaw Lake is a hidden gem. The campground was perfect for our set up. It was quiet and with the thick forestation, you didn't even really know you had neighbors. The Lake House was clean and the lake was peaceful and enjoyable. I think out favorite part of our stay was the hosts. Janet and Bobby were amazing. They made sure we had everything we needed. They even gave a little gift to the kids as we left. We will be back just because of them.

Sarah L

Verified

September 10, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: JackPine

5

Tipsaw Lake is a hidden gem. The campground was perfect for our set up. It was quiet and with the thick forestation, you didn't even really know you had neighbors. The Lake House was clean and the lake was peaceful and enjoyable. I think out favorite part of our stay was the hosts. Janet and Bobby were amazing. They made sure we had everything we needed. They even gave a little gift to the kids as we left. We will be back just because of them.

Pamela B

Verified

September 9, 2024 Stayed at: GS5, Loop: PGRP

5

Nice lake for kayaking, short drive to Hemlock Cliff its a nice hiking area, Marango caves is also a short drive.

Pamela B

Verified

September 9, 2024 Stayed at: GS5, Loop: PGRP

5

Nice lake for kayaking, short drive to Hemlock Cliff its a nice hiking area, Marango caves is also a short drive.

William C

Verified

September 2, 2024 Stayed at: 034, Loop: Dogwood

5

Dogwood 34 is a great spot with a few caveats. The spur has a slight incline before leveling off so backing into the spot is a little "blind" for your back up camera until it levels out. The site is right next to the trail for beach access to the lake so be comfortable with people occasionally walking next to your site. It's location "around the bend" and just past the top of the hill on Dogwood Loop means cars at night shine their headlights directly into your campsite. A momentary annoyance to be sure. The site slopes down quite a bit from the parking spur but is mostly level once you get there. Nice not to have neighbors on the one side. My only concern would be if it rains as the water is going to flow straight across the site. Other than that, a highly recommended spot.

William C

Verified

September 2, 2024 Stayed at: 034, Loop: Dogwood

5

Dogwood 34 is a great spot with a few caveats. The spur has a slight incline before leveling off so backing into the spot is a little "blind" for your back up camera until it levels out. The site is right next to the trail for beach access to the lake so be comfortable with people occasionally walking next to your site. It's location "around the bend" and just past the top of the hill on Dogwood Loop means cars at night shine their headlights directly into your campsite. A momentary annoyance to be sure. The site slopes down quite a bit from the parking spur but is mostly level once you get there. Nice not to have neighbors on the one side. My only concern would be if it rains as the water is going to flow straight across the site. Other than that, a highly recommended spot.

William C

Verified

August 21, 2024 Stayed at: 031, Loop: Dogwood

5

Great secluded feel to this place with tons to do in the area Camp hosts Bobby and Janet are wonderful. They keep the place clean and we'll organized and are ready to assist you with answering any questions. They really do go out of their way to make you feel welcome.

William C

Verified

August 21, 2024 Stayed at: 031, Loop: Dogwood

5

Great secluded feel to this place with tons to do in the area Camp hosts Bobby and Janet are wonderful. They keep the place clean and we'll organized and are ready to assist you with answering any questions. They really do go out of their way to make you feel welcome.

Location Tipsaw Lake

Address:
20250 Tipsaw Lake Access Road
Branchville, IN, 47514
United States

Highway access

Tipsaw Lake is approximately 3 miles from Interstate 64, accessible via State Route 37.

Elevation: 159 feet

Distance to downtown

4.3 mi drive to downtown Branchville (about 9 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • First-come, first-served sites may be available
  • $8 fee will be charged to vehicles using the day use area
  • Only electric motors are allowed on the lake
  • Each campsite fee includes a camping unit (tent,camper) & one vehicle (single sites) and two vehicles (double sites). There is a $8.00 charge per day for the second vehicle, and $8.00 charge per day for any additional vehicle (must be paid at time of check-in). Maximum two vehicles per single site, and four vehicles per double site.  There is a surcharge for the site with electric and water.
  • Click here for more information on the Hoosier National Forest
  • Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.

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Last updated: September 4, 2026

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