Shirley Creek Campground
Hoosier National Forest, Indiana
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As of October 2026, Shirley Creek Campground is a campground in Hoosier National Forest, Indiana with 17 campsites. Shirley Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Shirley Creek Campground is located at 38.6496° N, 86.5984° W.
Shirley Creek Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
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 Shirley Creek Campground, read on September 30, 2026.
Campsites at Shirley Creek Campground
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: hiking, biking, photography, horse riding.
About Shirley Creek Campground
Overview
Shirley Creek is a primitive campground. There is no use fee at this site.
Recreation
Shirley Creek Campground offers access to the Shirley Creek Trail system for horseback riding, mountain bike riding, and hiking
Facilities
A primitive campground, vault toilets, picnic tables, and hitching racks are available; Water may is seasonally available for livestock (not potable for humans) but bringing water is recommended.
Natural Features
A variety of terrain, scenic hardwoods, and shady trails.
Rules and notices at Shirley Creek Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Shirley Creek Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
All sites 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.
Shirley Creek Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Shirley Creek Campground?
Shirley Creek 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 Shirley Creek Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Shirley Creek 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 Shirley Creek Campground have?
Shirley Creek Campground has 17 campsites.
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