Tipsaw Lake
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Tipsaw Lake Beach

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Available sites

44 total 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.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 3 to Oct 25

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Rates, Sites & Availability

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44 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: CATB RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 001, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 002, Loop: CATB RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 002, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 003, Loop: CATB RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 003, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 004, Loop: CATB RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 004, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 005, Loop: CATB RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 006, Loop: CATB RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 006, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 007, Loop: CATB RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 007, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 008, Loop: CATB RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Back-in Site
🚐 008, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 009, Loop: CATB RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 009, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 010, Loop: CATB RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 010, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 015, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 016, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 017, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 018, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 019, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 020, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 021, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 022, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 023, Loop: JackPine RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 024, Loop: Dogwood RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
🚐 025, Loop: Dogwood RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Gravel
⛺ 026, Loop: Dogwood Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 027, Loop: Dogwood Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 028, Loop: Dogwood RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: Dogwood RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 030, Loop: Dogwood RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 031, Loop: Dogwood RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 032, Loop: Dogwood RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: Dogwood RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 034, Loop: Dogwood RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: Dogwood RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: Dogwood RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 037, Loop: Dogwood RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 GS4, Loop: GGRP RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 GS5, Loop: PGRP RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (296)

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
296 reviews
5
70.6%
209
4
15.5%
46
3
9.5%
28
2
3.7%
11
1
0.7%
2

Joseph B

Verified

October 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: Dogwood

2

Did not enjoy

Joseph B

Verified

October 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: Dogwood

2

Did not enjoy

William C

Verified

October 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: Dogwood

5

Once again, Tipsaw Lake SRA delivered the goods. Having spent 10 weekends there in 2024, I can confidently say that this is one of the best maintained rec. areas in the state. This is largely due to the camp hosts, Janet and Bobby. Their level of care and consideration make this a great place to spend the week or the weekend. I'm partial to Dogwood 30 because there are no campsites on either side of this one. The one and only drawback is the other campers occasionally use the trail through the woods from behind the bath/shower house that borders this spot. Other than that, it's spacious, has a level spot for your tent, and is shielded from headlights coming up and around the curve of the road by all the trees. Add to that your own path to the potable water spigot, and DW 30 is a winner.

William C

Verified

October 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: Dogwood

5

Once again, Tipsaw Lake SRA delivered the goods. Having spent 10 weekends there in 2024, I can confidently say that this is one of the best maintained rec. areas in the state. This is largely due to the camp hosts, Janet and Bobby. Their level of care and consideration make this a great place to spend the week or the weekend. I'm partial to Dogwood 30 because there are no campsites on either side of this one. The one and only drawback is the other campers occasionally use the trail through the woods from behind the bath/shower house that borders this spot. Other than that, it's spacious, has a level spot for your tent, and is shielded from headlights coming up and around the curve of the road by all the trees. Add to that your own path to the potable water spigot, and DW 30 is a winner.

Michelle Q

Verified

October 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: JackPine

5

We love this campground. It's quiet, always clean.Has a nice little Lake. it's just a very good place to relax and enjoy

Michelle Q

Verified

October 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: JackPine

5

We love this campground. It's quiet, always clean.Has a nice little Lake. it's just a very good place to relax and enjoy

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.

Location & Directions for Tipsaw Lake

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

Elevation: 159 ft

Getting There

From St. Croix, Indiana, travel south on State Route 37 about 5 mi to the Tipsaw Lake sign. Turn right and continue about 3 mi to the campground. Tipsaw Lake is only 3 mi from Interstate 64.

Nearest town

Branchville, IN - 4.3 mi

About 9 min to downtown

Highway access

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

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: October 18, 2026

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