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Tipsaw Lake

Tipsaw Lake
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Tipsaw Lake Beach

Featured amenities

Showers

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

Most popular amenities

Showers
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

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

Reviews (270)

What Guests Are Saying

Tipsaw Lake campground is a beautiful and peaceful destination with friendly and helpful camp hosts, Bobby and Janet, who enhance the camping experience. The campground features lovely wooded sites, clean restrooms, and well-maintained hiking trails, making it ideal for relaxation and nature activities. While there are some concerns about the lack of hot water in showers and the absence of a dump station, the overall experience is enjoyable, and many visitors express a desire to return.

Review Summary

4.5
270 reviews
5
70.7%
191
4
14.8%
40
3
10.0%
27
2
3.7%
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1
0.7%
2

Brandy D

Verified

July 27, 2022 Stayed at: 037, Loop: Dogwood

2

Boat ramp was being repaired so we didn't have access to the lake very well.

Brandy D

Verified

July 27, 2022 Stayed at: 037, Loop: Dogwood

2

Boat ramp was being repaired so we didn't have access to the lake very well.

Dave C

Verified

July 24, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CATB

5

The staff at Tip Saw noticed that the campground paving project would be an inconvenience to our stay. We were offered to be moved to Indian Celina campground only three miles away and an upgrade to full hookup! Both campgrounds were within Hoosier National Park, a truly beautiful area!

Dave C

Verified

July 24, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CATB

5

The staff at Tip Saw noticed that the campground paving project would be an inconvenience to our stay. We were offered to be moved to Indian Celina campground only three miles away and an upgrade to full hookup! Both campgrounds were within Hoosier National Park, a truly beautiful area!

Kitty M

Verified

July 23, 2022 Stayed at: 037, Loop: Dogwood

5

We were blown away at how lovely the campsites were, especially in the Dogwood Loop where we stayed in our tent. It was so peaceful sitting in a tall stand of trees enjoying the Hoosier National Forest.

Having a camp site without electrical or water hookups was worry free since we were located close to the the very new, very clean shower house.

The only thing that was a little disappointing was the lake itself and access. No dogs were allow on the beach (perfectly understandable), but there was seemingly no place to walk our pup along the lake and let him get it easily. Lake views were lovely though. My husband also enjoyed the challenging intermediate mountain bike path.

All in all, we had an excellent stay and will be back!

Kitty M

Verified

July 23, 2022 Stayed at: 037, Loop: Dogwood

5

We were blown away at how lovely the campsites were, especially in the Dogwood Loop where we stayed in our tent. It was so peaceful sitting in a tall stand of trees enjoying the Hoosier National Forest.

Having a camp site without electrical or water hookups was worry free since we were located close to the the very new, very clean shower house.

The only thing that was a little disappointing was the lake itself and access. No dogs were allow on the beach (perfectly understandable), but there was seemingly no place to walk our pup along the lake and let him get it easily. Lake views were lovely though. My husband also enjoyed the challenging intermediate mountain bike path.

All in all, we had an excellent stay and will be back!

Joyce P

Verified

July 18, 2022 Stayed at: 006, Loop: CATB

5

We had a great time. Camp hosts were the best.

Joyce P

Verified

July 18, 2022 Stayed at: 006, Loop: CATB

5

We had a great time. Camp hosts were the best.

James S

Verified

July 14, 2022 Stayed at: 021, Loop: JackPine

5

The campground was very clean and comfortable. Love all the shade but for a long camper with slide outs some were very close to the parking pad. Made it a little difficult to get in the site.

James S

Verified

July 14, 2022 Stayed at: 021, Loop: JackPine

5

The campground was very clean and comfortable. Love all the shade but for a long camper with slide outs some were very close to the parking pad. Made it a little difficult to get in the site.

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.

Latitude & Longitude: 38.1331 / -86.6331

Elevation: 159 feet

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: June 3, 2026

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