BEDFORD – The final phase of campsite reservations on the Hoosier National Forest for the period of the 2024 total solar eclipse (March 29th through April 10th) is scheduled to begin Monday, February 5. Seven remaining campgrounds across the National Forest have been added to the reservation portal (www.recreation.gov). They will be open for Blackwell, Hickory Ridge, Shirley Creek, Youngs Creek, Saddle Lake, Buzzard Roost, and German Ridge reservations. All developed campground campsites will be by reservation only from March 29th through April 10th, 2024, due to the high number of visitors to southern Indiana to view the eclipse.
Camping fees will be waived for German Ridge and Saddle Lake during this period, and the other five campgrounds have no fee to camp. However, with the reservation system in place, there will be an $8 service fee for each reservation made online and a $9 service fee for each reservation made by phone (877-444-6777). The reservation system is in place to allow visitors the peace of mind of knowing they will have a site in advance of this unprecedented event. Varying amenities are provided at these sites, and most do not have potable water.
Free, dispersed camping with certain restrictions will be available throughout the National Forest. Visitors can find more information on the dispersed camping webpage.
The Hoosier National Forest website provides more information on the eclipse, the National Forest, and related opportunities.
