Saddle Lake Campground

Hoosier National Forest, Indiana

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As of September 2026, Saddle Lake Campground is a campground in Hoosier National Forest, Indiana with 13 campsites. Saddle Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Saddle Lake Campground is located at 38.0608° N, 86.6554° W.

Saddle Lake Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Changes allowed: 1 change(s) per reservation
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 Saddle Lake Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Saddle Lake Campground

Amenities

restrooms

At a glance: Setting: Lake.

Things to do: boating, hiking, photography.

About Saddle Lake Campground

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.

Rules and notices at Saddle Lake Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Saddle Lake Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

This campground First Come First Served and $5 per night. Payment can be made at the self-service pay station located within the campground.

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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Saddle Lake Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Saddle Lake Campground?

Saddle Lake Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Saddle Lake Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Saddle Lake 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 Saddle Lake Campground have?

Saddle Lake Campground has 13 campsites.