Blackwell Campground
Hoosier National Forest, Indiana
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As of October 2026, Blackwell Campground is a campground in Hoosier National Forest, Indiana with 28 campsites. Blackwell Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Blackwell Campground is located at 39.0174° N, 86.3898° W.
Blackwell Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Campsites held at once: 1 campsite(s) held
- Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
- Maximum stay: 28 nights
Published by Recreation.gov for Blackwell Campground, read on September 30, 2026.
Campsites at Blackwell Campground
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Access: Gravel road.
Things to do: hiking, horse riding.
About Blackwell Campground
Overview
The camp is located along Tower Ridge Road in the center of the Charles Deam Wilderness area, approximately one mile from Highway 446. The camp also is a trailhead for the Charles C. Deam Wilderness trail system.
Recreation
Blackwell is a campground for all types of users. It provides access to the Charles C. Deam Wilderness Trail system with approximately 35 miles of trails. The nearby Hickory Ridge Trail system is also available.
Facilities
There is a picnic shelter at the site, a loading area for people to easily mount horses, including people with disabilities, and hitching racks. Trails from the site link to the trail system in the Charles C. Deam Wilderness. There are 6 vault toilets and one non-potable water hydrant.
Natural Features
The camp is a large grassy area with gravel parking areas on the east and west end. The trailheads are located on the east and west ends of the camp by the parking areas.
Rules and notices at Blackwell Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Blackwell Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
All campsites are free of charge.
Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.
Blackwell Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Blackwell Campground?
Blackwell Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 28 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Blackwell Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Blackwell Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Blackwell Campground have?
Blackwell Campground has 28 campsites.
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