Saddle Lake Campground
The Saddle Lake Recreation Area was one of four that was associated with flood control lakes built along the Middle Fork of the Anderson River. Saddle Lake has a primitive campground, a boat ramp, and a hiking trail. This scenic, somewhat remote lake is an excellent place to get away from crowds and you will often have the place to yourself!
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 13 |
Site guide
13 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Back-in | 18 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 2 | Back-in | 27 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 3 | Back-in | 24 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 4 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 5 | Back-in | 33 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 6 | Back-in | 24 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 7 | Back-in | 27 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 8 | Back-in | 27 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 9 | Back-in | 33 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 10 | Back-in | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | All sites are First Come, First Served. Cash or check is the only accepted payment for a site. The self-service pay station located within the campground. |
A single vault toilet, garbage can, and a near-by boat ramp area available.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
| Coordinates | 38.0608° N, 86.6554° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sierra ↗ | 30.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 35 mi |
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Saddle Lake Campground, St Meinrad, Lincoln Boyhood, Southern Indiana
Worth a stop
- 7.6 miMano Point Fishing Area ↗Fishing site
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miSaddle Lake Trail 12.5 mi trail · hiking
- 2.7 miMogan Ridge West Trail 13.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.2 miMogan Ridge West Trail 24.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3.7 miMogan Ridge West Trail 33.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.1 miTipsaw Trail 1 ↗5.7 mi trail · hiking, bike
- 4.3 miGerman Ridge 52.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Hoosier National Forest begins about 14.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 14.7 miHoosier National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 646,949 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Views of Saddle Lake, hardwoods and conifers, and nature viewing.
Recreation
A 13 site campground, 2.4 mile hiking trail around Saddle Lake, and a boat ramp are available within this Recreation Area.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Saddle Lake Campground?
Sites at Saddle Lake Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Saddle Lake Campground?
All sites are First Come, First Served. Cash or check is the only accepted payment for a site. The self-service pay station located within the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Saddle Lake Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Saddle Lake Campground have?
13 sites, including 13 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Saddle Lake Campground?
Saddle Lake Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Saddle Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Saddle Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Saddle Lake Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What if Saddle Lake Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Dogwood Loop (5.1 mi), Tipsaw Lake (5.1 mi), and Primrose Loop (5.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby