Saddle Lake Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · Developed

Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Campfires Allowed

Features

Rig Size Back In Only
Hookup Dry Camping
Style Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites13
Sites Accepting RVs11
Overnight Sites13
Back-In Sites11
SurfaceGravel

Location

38.060803, -86.655391

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Description

Overview

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!

Recreation

A 13 site campground, 2.4 mile hiking trail around Saddle Lake, and a boat ramp are available within this Recreation Area.  

Facilities

A single vault toilet, garbage can, and a near-by boat ramp area available.

Natural Features

Views of Saddle Lake, hardwoods and conifers, and nature viewing. 

Activities

BACKPACKING CAMPING HIKING NON-MOTORIZED BOATING

Details

FeeAll 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.
PhoneTell City Ranger District Front Office: 812-547-7051
Email[email protected]
ReservableYes

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