German Ridge Campground

Hoosier National Forest, Indiana

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As of October 2026, German Ridge Campground is a campground in Hoosier National Forest, Indiana with 20 campsites. German Ridge Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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German Ridge Campground is located at 37.9550° N, 86.5813° W.

German Ridge Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Changes allowed: 1 change(s) per reservation
Campsites held at once: 1 campsite(s) held
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum reservations at once: 1 reservations
Maximum stay: 28 nights
Maximum per transaction: 1 reservations per transaction

Published by Recreation.gov for German Ridge Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at German Ridge Campground

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography.

About German Ridge Campground

Overview

The German Ridge Recreation Area includes a 20 site campground, a 24-mile multiple use trail, a short hiking trail around a scenic lake and cliff area, a seasonal day use area for swimming and picnicking, and several historic buildings. It was established during the Civilian Conservation Corps days and has long been a popular get-away for people in southern Indiana.

Recreation

This area includes 20 campsites, over 25 miles of multiple-use trails, and a swimming beach (Open Memorial Weekend through Labor Day Weekend) with shelter.

Facilities

Area includes a primitive campground with accessible vault toilets, tables, grills and hitching racks. Water may be available for livestock (not potable for humans), but bringing water is recommended. A day use picnic area with beach and shelter is available free of charge from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend.

Natural Features

Sandstone rock outcroppings, rolling hills, and wildlife can be found here in a hardwood forest setting.

Rules and notices at German Ridge Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check German Ridge Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

All sites are First Come, First Served. Cash or check is the only accepted payment for a site. The self-service pay station located at the entrance to the campground.

Sites are $8 per night.

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.

Camping is allowed at numbered sites only.

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German Ridge Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at German Ridge Campground?

German Ridge Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 20 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at German Ridge Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at German Ridge 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 German Ridge Campground have?

German Ridge Campground has 20 campsites.