Blackwell Campground
Bloomington, Indiana
Federal campground in Indiana.
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Federal campground in Indiana.
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Santa Claus is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.
Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.
Indiana weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Santa Claus.
Don't miss local attractions near Santa Claus. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.
Mar 18, 2026
This Hoosier National Forest recreation site features a small campground and day use parking with a short trail to scenic views of a broad bend of the Ohio River and rural Kentucky beyond. The no fee campground includes five paved and mostly level back-in sites with picnic tables and fire rings. A single vault toilet, which was clean and well stocked when I visited in December, is located adjacent... This Hoosier National Forest recreation site features a small campground and day use parking with a short trail to scenic views of a broad bend of the Ohio River and rural Kentucky beyond. The no fee campground includes five paved and mostly level back-in sites with picnic tables and fire rings. A single vault toilet, which was clean and well stocked when I visited in December, is located adjacent to the campsites. The trail offers interpretive signage, viewing decks, and rest benches. There's no traffic noise out here, except for the intermittent passing of barges transiting the river below.
Mar 18, 2026
A great, free campsite. About 5-6 sites, each with a fire ring and picnic table. No amenities, which is completely fine, except a vaulted toilet. Could easily fit my truck and cargo trailer. The end of the road is a loop, so you don't have to worry about getting stuck. Nice place for a stopover, even has a little trail in the back if you have more time. I wouldn't spend multiple days here but I... A great, free campsite. About 5-6 sites, each with a fire ring and picnic table. No amenities, which is completely fine, except a vaulted toilet. Could easily fit my truck and cargo trailer. The end of the road is a loop, so you don't have to worry about getting stuck. Nice place for a stopover, even has a little trail in the back if you have more time. I wouldn't spend multiple days here but I would go back.
Mar 18, 2026
Pros: free, pit toilet, picnic tables, seemingly new fire rings. Cons: small, sloping spurs, only five sites that are often already taken. Noise! The Ohio River has lots of barge traffic with chugging engines and blaring horns, and Louisville is a major UPS hub so there is lots of aircraft noise, especially in the early morning - before 5 am.
Mar 18, 2026
Pros: free, pit toilet, picnic tables, seemingly new fire rings. Cons: small, sloping spurs, only five sites that are often already taken. Noise! The Ohio River has lots of barge traffic with chugging engines and blaring horns, and Louisville is a major UPS hub so there is lots of aircraft noise, especially in the early morning - before 5 am.
Mar 18, 2026
I only stayed a night, but it was quick, free, and peaceful. The few sites overlooked the Ohio River. I would recommend this stop if you are self-sufficient and enjoy peace and quiet.
Mar 18, 2026
I only stayed a night, but it was quick, free, and peaceful. The few sites overlooked the Ohio River. I would recommend this stop if you are self-sufficient and enjoy peace and quiet.
Mar 18, 2026
So far so good. 5 spots. Looks like only for tent camping. Clean and free. No running water so bring your own. Pit toilet and they di have a trash can.
Mar 18, 2026
So far so good. 5 spots. Looks like only for tent camping. Clean and free. No running water so bring your own. Pit toilet and they di have a trash can.
Mar 18, 2026
So far so good. 5 spots. Looks like only for tent camping. Clean and free. No running water so bring your own. Pit toilet and they di have a trash can.
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Federal campground in Indiana.
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