Youngs Creek Campground
Hoosier National Forest, Indiana
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As of October 2026, Youngs Creek Campground is a campground in Hoosier National Forest, Indiana with 14 campsites. Youngs Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Youngs Creek Campground is located at 38.5036° N, 86.4659° W.
Youngs Creek Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
- Maximum stay: 28 nights
Published by Recreation.gov for Youngs Creek Campground, read on September 30, 2026.
Campsites at Youngs Creek Campground
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: hiking, photography, horse riding.
About Youngs Creek Campground
Overview
A primitive campground with vault toilets, hitching racks, and a picnic shelter is available. Around 12 and half miles of trails are available for hiking, mountain biking and horse riding.
Recreation
The Youngs Creek Campground provides access to the 12.7-mile Youngs Creek multiple use trail for horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking.
Facilities
A picnic shelter with picnic tables is located across from the vault toilet. High line posts, picnic tables and fire rings are located at designated campsites 1-7 on the south end of the campground. Sites 8-14 are located in a open grassy area with high line posts available. There are 2 frost-free hydrants to provide non-potable water.
Natural Features
Shady trails, scenic hardwood forests and a variety of terrain
Rules and notices at Youngs Creek Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Youngs Creek Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
All camping is 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.
Youngs Creek Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Youngs Creek Campground?
Youngs 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 Youngs Creek Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Youngs 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 Youngs Creek Campground have?
Youngs Creek Campground has 14 campsites.
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