Tipsaw campground
Tipsaw
There are several nearby points of interest worth visiting, including the Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, Marengo Cave, and the Santa Claus Christmas Store. The campground boasts several amenities, including showers, restrooms, picnic tables, fire rings, and a playground. The campground has a total of 240 campsites, with both reservation and first-come-first-serve options available.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to the Tipsaw Lake Monster, a legendary creature rumored to reside in the lake. The best time of year to visit Tipsaw Lake Campground is during the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to mid-80s Fahrenheit. Overall, Tipsaw Lake Campground is an excellent destination for those seeking a peaceful and scenic camping experience in Indiana.
What's on-site at Tipsaw
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Tipsaw, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dogwood Loop | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Jackpine Loop | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Catbrier Loop | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Goldenrod Loop | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Primrose Loop | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tipsaw -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Fork Anderson River At Bristow | 406 cfs | → |
| Ohio River At Cannelton Dam At Cannelton | 118,000 cfs | → |
| Patoka River At Jasper | 650 cfs | → |
| Blue River Near White Cloud | 3,620 cfs | → |
| Buck Creek Near New Middletown | 65 cfs | → |
| Blue River At Fredericksburg | 1,550 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tipsaw -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntingburg 0.4 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Corners | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Washington 1.5 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Ferdinand State Forest
- Ferdinand Municipal Park
- Hilands Overlook State Park
- County 4-H Club Park
- Hoosier National Forest
- O'Bannon Woods State Park
Boat launches
- South 600 East 7985, Ferdinand
- Ohio River Scenic Byway 7941, Derby
- River View Road 2203, Meade County
- East 14th Street 961-999, Ferdinand
- Water Street 300, Troy
- Sr 166 8699, Perry County
Points of interest
- Clover Lick Barrens
- Boone Creek Barrens
- Buzzard Roost Recreation Area
- Pioneer Mothers Memorial Forest
Paddle runs
- Carnes Mill Site To 7.65 Miles Above Confluece With Ohio River At Confluence With Turkey Creek
- City Limits Of English, In To Carnes Mill Site In Ne1/4ne1/4 Of Sec 13, T3s, R1w
- State Road 337 Bridge To State Road 56 Bridge At Prospect, In
- State Road 56 Bridge To Forest Purchase Boundary At Roland, In
- Junction Of North/South Forks Of Lost River To State Road 337 Bridge, Approx 4 Miles Southeast Of Orleans, In
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Tipsaw as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tipsaw
Can I make reservations at Tipsaw?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Tipsaw?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Tipsaw.