Indian Celina Lake
The Indian-Celina Lake Recreation Area is a tranquil getaway in the midst of the Hoosier National Forest. Both the Celina and Indian Lakes are within the area, offering camping, boating, fishing and hiking, as well as tours of a historic site.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 35 |
| Standard, no hookups | 24 |
| Host/management | 43 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
59 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Northface | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 02 | Northface | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 03 | Northface | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 04 | Northface | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 05 | Northface | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes |
| 06 | Northface | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Full | 30 amp | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes |
| 07 | Northface | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | No | 16 / 2 | Yes | |
| 08 | Northface | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 10 | Northface | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | No | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 11 | Northface | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | No | 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 | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | 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). |
| Accessibility | Sites 05, 06, 27, 29 and 7 more are listed accessible |
The area offers dozens of individual campsites, divided in two loops. Campsites are available for tent and RV camping. Utility hookups are available in some of the sites and the parking surfaces are paved. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided. A day-use area is also available, and provides access to the nearby boat ramp. Picnic tables are available there and at the historic site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From St. Crois, Indiana, travel south on State Route 37 about 2 miles to the Indian-Celina Recreation Area sign. Turn right and continue to the campground.
| Nearest town | Bristow, Indiana |
| Coordinates | 38.1992° N, 86.5983° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Basketball ↗ | 37.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 43.6 mi |
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Indian-Celina Lakes Recreation Area - Campsite Review
Worth a stop
Special Places on the Hoosier National Forest Brooks Cabin Buffalo Trace Carnes Mill Site Clover Lick Barrens Hickory Ridge Lookout Tower Initial Point Lick Creek African American Settlement The Jacob Rickenbaugh Homestead Wesley Chapel Gulf
- 11.7 miMano Point Fishing Area ↗Fishing site
Trails nearby
- 0.7 miTwo Lakes Trail 1 ↗12.5 mi trail · hiking · national_recreation_or_other
- 1 miTwo Lakes Trail 4 ↗0.2 mi trail · hiking · national_recreation_or_other
- 1 miCelina Interpretive0.6 mi trail · hiking
- 1.3 miTwo Lakes Trail 3 ↗0.2 mi trail · hiking · national_recreation_or_other
- 1.4 miTwo Lakes Trail 2 Spur 2 ↗under 0.1 mi trail · hiking · national_recreation_or_other
- 1.4 miTwo Lakes Trail 2 ↗1.9 mi trail · hiking · national_recreation_or_other
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 4.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 4.7 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
The area is located in south-central Indiana, in a dense hardwood and pine forest, on 152-acre Indian and 164-acre Celina lakes. A variety of wildlife make its home in the area.
Recreation
Indian and Celina lakes are two of four fishing lakes along Highway 37. The lakes offer many miles of shoreline and coves for fishing for pan fish. Boat ramps are open year-round, and an accessible fishing pier is available on Celina Lake. Anglers can expect a variety of catfish, largemouth bass, bluegill and crappie. The sandstone block, historic Rickenbaugh House was built in 1874 and is open to visitors periodically throughout the year. The home and adjacent historic cemetery are popular among visitors. A variety of hiking trails exist within the area, including the relatively easy, 1 mile Rickenbaugh Interpretive Trail, which is located behind the historic Rickenbaugh House. The Two Lakes Loop National Recreation Trail encircles both Indian and Celina lakes and winds through many acres of natural and peaceful forests. The trail is 16 miles, but can encompass multiple, shorter day hikes.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Indian Celina Lake?
Sites at Indian Celina Lake 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 Indian Celina 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).
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Indian Celina Lake?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Indian Celina Lake have?
102 sites, including 35 standard sites with power and 24 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Indian Celina Lake?
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Indian Celina Lake have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Indian Celina Lake?
Accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Indian Celina Lake?
Yes, pets are allowed at Indian Celina Lake. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Indian Celina Lake?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Indian Celina Lake?
Sites 05, 06, 27, and 29 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 11 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Indian Celina Lake?
Indian and Celina lakes are two of four fishing lakes along Highway 37. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Indian Celina Lake?
Bristow, Indiana. Special Places on the Hoosier National Forest Brooks Cabin Buffalo Trace Carnes Mill Site Clover Lick Barrens Hickory Ridge Lookout Tower Initial Point Lick Creek African American Settlement The Jacob Rickenbaugh Homestead Wesley Chapel Gulf
Source: Getting there