Tipsaw Lake Campground, IN - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Tipsaw Lake Campground is located in the Tell City Ranger District, Hoosier National Forest (1 hr 6 min northeast of Owensboro, KY) with an elevation of 518 feet. There are a total of 47 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of April to the end of October. 43 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 102 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 11 sites have electric and water hookups. 22 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $21.00 to $70.00. Some amenities include shower, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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(812) 843-4891 (Information)
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$21 - $70

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Campsite Reviews (88)

4.5 out of 5

5 star		65%
4 star		16%
3 star		11%
2 star		5%
1 star		0%

@GeorgeY33691EB · Camped on Jun 3, 2025 at Campsite #24

Nicely structured camp ground with good privacy. A very relaxing location with friendly staff. Not a lot of activities in this area and the facilities could use some updating.

@DawnS6921813 · Camped on May 31, 2025

Wonderful campground with Wonderful hosts. Thank you

@HeatherM776338 · Camped on May 23, 2025 at Campsite #16

This is a nice park and the spots are private. However, the showers are cold and when asked management about it was told they won't be fixed.

@RayF313EFA713B · Camped on May 22, 2025 at Campsite #21

Nice campground. Only 1 trail around the lake and it was overgrown so we could not hike. No one at the beach on Memorial weekend. Found 4 snakes in the grassy areas of the beach and 1 at the edge of the water. Not much to do except walk the loop of our campground. Enjoyed the weekend but it won't make it to our top 10 Indiana campgrounds. The host, Bobby, was super friendly.

@BrandyC4904037 · Camped on May 8, 2025 at Campsite #2

We love camping at Catbrier. It is a small loop to be able to see your kiddos ride bikes at all times and there is an extra field by the shelter house for some good kick ball or baseball games.

@RandallK835347 · Camped on May 2, 2025 at Campsite #19

I had a nice 3-day stay. The campground was very well maintained. The host was very helpful helping me get a campsite. The only negative was I was unable to find a dump station when exiting.

@AndyD3751630 · Camped on Apr 25, 2025 at Campsite #5

Nice clean and quiet,Gate person super nice

@LORIG5494827 · Camped on Apr 24, 2025 at Campsite #10

Camping loop we were in was a muddy mess with very unstable ground. The bathhouses had water that was barely warm enough to step in without gasping for air but were clean. Lots of hiking in the area.

@KennyM2307418 · Camped on Oct 25, 2024 at Campsite #23

Hot water in the shower isnt very warm at all other then this great camp ground

@LindaS8448936 · Camped on Oct 21, 2024 at Campsite #4

Quiet, beautiful park in the JackPoint Loop. Wonderful and helpful camp hosts, Jeremy and John. Clean showerhouse. Just wish the water was hotter. I cannot say enough about Jeremy and John. They were amazingly helpful for this solo female camper! Will definitely be back.

@MariaW6DDC1433 · Camped on Oct 16, 2024 at Campsite #10

Really is a great place to stay for a weekend, but not for two weeks. the dump station is five miles away so if you have an extra vehicle and a heavy duty portable tank to run back and forth it's okay. You can make it last longer by using the outhouses at daytime. The showers are not heated.

@RhondaC9730212 · Camped on Oct 11, 2024 at Campsite #10

Once we got settled, the site was nice and big. But when we first got there I was disappointed because online it said the site was a pull thru, level and paved. It was none of the above. The park needs to update their site information.

@JosephB6747928 · Camped on Oct 7, 2024 at Campsite #31

Did not enjoy

@MichelleQ82274 · Camped on Sep 29, 2024 at Campsite #17

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

@WilliamC221307 · Camped on Aug 30, 2024 at Campsite #34

Dogwood 34 is a great spot with a few caveats. The spur has a slight incline before leveling off so backing into the spot is a little "blind" for your back up camera until it levels out. The site is right next to the trail for beach access to the lake so be comfortable with people occasionally walking next to your site. It's location "around the bend" and just past the top of the hill on Dogwood Loop means cars at night shine their headlights directly into your campsite. A momentary annoyance to be sure. The site slopes down quite a bit from the parking spur but is mostly level once you get there. Nice not to have neighbors on the one side. My only concern would be if it rains as the water is going to flow straight across the site. Other than that, a highly recommended spot.

@PamelaB1876087 · Camped on Aug 30, 2024 at Campsite #GS5

Nice lake for kayaking, short drive to Hemlock Cliff its a nice hiking area, Marango caves is also a short drive.

@SarahL7105976 · Camped on Aug 30, 2024 at Campsite #1

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.

@WilliamC221307 · Camped on Aug 16, 2024 at Campsite #31

Great secluded feel to this place with tons to do in the area Camp hosts Bobby and Janet are wonderful. They keep the place clean and we'll organized and are ready to assist you with answering any questions. They really do go out of their way to make you feel welcome.

@AdamM2914458 · Camped on Aug 2, 2024 at Campsite #4

No sewer hookups, everything else was nice including camp hosts.

@DarrylH93E9557 · Camped on Jul 26, 2024 at Campsite #4

Incurred an additional cost at the gate of $8.00 for a second vehicle. Reservation site (recreation.gov) indicates that two (2) vehicles are allowed per site. No mention of the additional cost for the 2nd vehicle. They inform you at the gate, just are you're trying to check in. Showers had no hot water, but the sinks did. Sewage Dumpsite is 2.5 miles from the campground. Host and Hostess were very nice and helpful with our issue at the campsite.**NOTE** While walking our dog around the loop our dog was attacked by a pitbull at campsite 10. The pitbull was tethered to a chain on a line hung between two trees, the pitbull charged us just as were walking by, breaking (snapping) its collar, freeing the dog. Our dog sustained several lacerations and puncture wounds that required medical treatment at an Animal Emergency room 25 miles away. The Host and Hostess assisted us in getting the help needed as well as contacting the local authorities.

@WilliamC221307 · Camped on Jul 25, 2024 at Campsite #30

Great facilities, friendly hosts. And Dogwood 30 is one of the best on the loop.

@KathyC9607069 · Camped on Jul 9, 2024 at Campsite #3

The campground was clean, sites have a decent amount of space and privacy.

@MatthewS683247 · Camped on Jul 3, 2024 at Campsite #22

Staff was very rude put our fire out when walked to the shower house. Got in truck looking for a parking tag which we had. The lady screamed numerous times at us and we did not do a thing wrong. Once you have a target on your back these mall cops have nothing better to do then try to find things you did that they dont like. These hosts need taken out of the parks system very disappointed and will not be returning. Overall though park is very clean and well kept.

@SeanH9A049BDBA · Camped on Jun 14, 2024 at Campsite #37

A smaller, overlooked lake and campground, but its definitely one to go to for families. Clean, newer restrooms and shower rooms at the campground were a nice surprise.

@CecilG4806716 · Camped on Jun 12, 2024 at Campsite #4

The site we had reserved. Had electrical issues. They were able to find us another open spot for our stay, which we were very grateful for.

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