Indian-Celina Lakes Recreation Area

National forest / federal in Bristow, Perry County, Indiana Also known as Indian Celina Lake

Aerial view of Indian-Celina Lakes Recreation Area
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National forest / federal with 59 sites

30 amp, Pets welcome, On the water

From the park's website, Oct 2026

Not yet confirmed by phone. Details can change, so check with the park before you go.

59 sites
15 / 30 amp

Electric service

Rigs up to 35 ft
Open year-round

Peak season early April to late October (2026 camping fees April 4 to October 31). North Face loop open all year with limited services November through March; South Slope loop open until November 30, 2026 at noon (FS says it closes after deer firearm season). Winter sites are first come, first served.

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Source: Official website

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Through Recreation.gov

Hoosier National Forest campground on Indian (152 ac) and Celina (164 ac) lakes with two loops: about 35 electric (mostly 30-amp) and 24 non-electric back-in sites, showers, and boat ramps. North Face loop stays open year-round at reduced winter rates.

Sites

Standard electric (single)

Hookups
Not listed
Power
15 / 30 amp
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
35 ft
Pad
Gravel, Asphalt
Number of sites
33
Nightly
$33

Standard electric (double)

Hookups
Not listed
Power
30 amp
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
35 ft
Pad
Gravel
Number of sites
2
Nightly
$52

Standard non-electric (single)

Hookups
No hookups
Power
Not listed
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
35 ft
Pad
Gravel
Number of sites
22
Nightly
$24

Standard non-electric (double)

Hookups
No hookups
Power
Not listed
Pull-through
Not listed
Max length
35 ft
Pad
Gravel
Number of sites
2
Nightly
$39

What this place offers

  • Bathhouse
  • Showers
  • Lake
  • Fishing
  • Boat ramp
  • Playground
  • Hiking trails
  • Accessible sites

What this place offers

  • Bathhouse
  • Showers
  • Lake
  • Fishing
  • Boat ramp
  • Playground
  • Hiking trails
  • Accessible sites
  • Picnic table and fire ring with grill at each site
  • Accessible fishing pier on Celina Lake
  • Historic 1874 Rickenbaugh House and interpretive trail
  • 16-mile Two Lakes Loop National Recreation Trail (hiking only)
  • Vault toilets and potable water year-round; flush restrooms in camping season
  • Electric and non-motorized boats only
  • Self-service pay stations in winter

Things to know

Rig rules

  • No RV age limit listed
  • Rigs up to 35 ft

Pets

  • Pets allowed
  • Recreation.gov site details list 'Pets Allowed: Yes'.

Arrival

  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Peak season early April to late October (2026 camping fees April 4 to October 31). North Face loop open all year with limited services November through March; South Slope loop open until November 30, 2026 at noon (FS says it closes after deer firearm season). Winter sites are first come, first served.

Included in the rate: Up to 8 people per single site, 16 per double (Recreation.gov); fee covers one camping unit and one vehicle

Other fees: Extra vehicle $5/night (Forest Service page) or $8/day (Recreation.gov). Day use $8/vehicle April-October; annual day pass $50. Winter (Nov-Mar): non-electric $10, electric $15, half off with Senior/Access pass.

On Google

Rating, reviews and photos from the park's Google listing.

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Where you'll be

Indian-Celina Lake Recreation Area, Bristow, IN, 47515

Directions

Where this info comes from

  • fs.usda.gov season, winter schedule, 2026 fees, discounts, concessionaire, facilities
  • recreation.gov site list, hookups, lengths, surfaces, check-in/out, pets, notices, booking
  • Indiana Department of Health campground license list
  • OpenStreetMap

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