Can you reserve a site at Hardin Ridge?

Yes, Hardin Ridge is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Hardin Ridge have?

210 sites in total, of which 195 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Hardin Ridge?

60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Hardin Ridge?

Yes, pets are allowed at Hardin Ridge.

Are campfires allowed at Hardin Ridge?

Campfires are allowed at Hardin Ridge. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Hardin Ridge

Campground · Indiana · 195 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Hoosier National Forest (NF) · Open Access

195
Bookable sites: 60 ft
Max rig length: up to 50
People per site: 2
Accessible sites: 788 ft
Elevation

A photo of facility HARDIN RIDGE with Picnic Table, Shade, Waterfront, Lean To / Shelter — Photo: Norma Sink · Recreation.gov

Overview

Hardin Ridge is a 1,200-acre recreational complex located on the shores of Monroe Reservoir in Hooiser National Forest. The complex includes six shady campground loops, two picnic areas with shelters, and two rental cabins. The area offers something for everyone, with activities like camping, picnicking, boat launching, swimming, nature walks, and interpretive programs offered in a forested environment.

Recreation

A 300-foot swimming beach on Lake Monroe offers a place for children to play and swimmers to sunbathe and enjoy the water. The beach offers a combination of sand and sun, with a shady grass-covered hillside above. There are no lifeguards on duty. No glass containers or pets are allowed in the beach area. The Hardin Ridge Trail is a 2-mile hiking and bicycle trail that runs from the day use area to the various campground loops. This trail roughly follows the main campground road and provides a safe surface for families to hike or bike, as well as a scenic overlook. Fishing is allowed anywhere along the lakeshore within the recreational complex, but several quiet inlets provide secluded fishing holes along the lake's banks. Popular catches include blue gill, striped bass, large mouth bass and crappie. On the Ted T. Turtle interpretive trail, visitors can travel 1.2 miles through a scenic hardwood forest, along a small creek and down to Lake Monroe and back. On the trail, visitors have the opportunity to learn about the history, geology, and wildlife common to southern Indiana. For visitors interested in boating, the lake has a 3-lane launch ramp that is open year-round. A 75 vehicle/trailer parking area is also available as well as a fully accessible loading dock provided at the boat ramp.

Facilities

There are 197 camp sites at Hardin Ridge, 36 of which are walk-in tenting only sites. With the exception of Eads and Southern Point loops, the areas have electric hookups at about half the sites (walk-in sites to do not have electric hookups). Centralized water, flush toilets and showers are provided. In addition to the campground loops, there are two picnic areas with numerous tables, along with three shelter houses, two of which overlook the lake. Two of the shelters also have electricity and lights. If the shelters are not reserved, they may be available on a first-come, first-served basis. There is ample space in the fields around the picnic sites for games. The Hardin Ridge Recreation Area has two primitive cabins available for rent. The cabins each offer 6 bunk beds, one of which is a double bed, for a total sleeping capacity of 7 people. The cabins are located on the shores of Lake Monroe, between the boat launch and swimming beach. There is a picnic shelter nearby and a shared toilet between the two cabins.

Natural Features

Monroe Reservoir spans 10,750-acres and is the largest lake in Indiana. There is an overlook on Hardin Ridge Road that is spectacular in any season and gives visitors a high vantage point of the lake, colorful marinas across the water and a vast expanse of forest. The entire area is forested with hardwoods and is well-shaded to give visitors the feel of being in the deep woods. In spring, the dogwoods and redbuds bring bright color to the forest and in fall, the foliage offers colors in vibrant hues of yellow, orange and red.

Nearby Attractions

Special Places on the Hoosier National Forest

Brooks Cabin

Buffalo Trace

Carnes Mill Site

Clover Lick Barrens

Hickory Ridge Lookout Tower

Initial Point

Lick Creek African American Settlement

The Jacob Rickenbaugh Homestead

Wesley Chapel Gulf

The facts

195 bookable sites
210 sites in total, including non-bookable
2 sites for day use only
2 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 60 ft
Up to 50 people per site
Loops: BLGL, BWLK, CABI, EADS, HOLL, MANAGEMENT SITES, PINE, PWLK, SLT1, SLT2, SPNT, WOAK

Amenities

Electric hookups
Water hookups
Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

210 campsites at Hardin Ridge

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
084	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	50 ft	8	🐾
085	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	8	🐾
086	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	50 ft	8	🐾
087	BLGL	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
088	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
089	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
090	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	60 ft	8	🐾
091	BLGL	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
092	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	50 ft	8	🐾
099	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
100	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
101	BLGL	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	Moderate	—	40 ft	8	🐾
102	BLGL	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	Moderate	—	60 ft	8	🐾
103	BLGL	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	Moderate	—	60 ft	8	🐾
109	BLGL	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
113	BLGL	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
114	BLGL	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
115	BLGL	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
116	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	8	🐾
117	BLGL	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
118	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	50 ft	8	🐾
119	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
120	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
121	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
122	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
123	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
124	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
125	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
126	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
127	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
128	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
130	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
131	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
132	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
133	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
134	BLGL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
093	BWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
094	BWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
095	BWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
096	BWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
097	BWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
104	BWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
105	BWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
106	BWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
107	BWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
108	BWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
110	BWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
111	BWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
112	BWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
CA1	CABI	Cabin Electric	—	Gravel	—	Lakefront	—	7
CA2	CABI	Cabin Electric	—	Gravel	—	Lakefront	—	7
001	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
002	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
003	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	8	🐾
004	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	8	🐾
005	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
006	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
007	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
008	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
009	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
010	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
011	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
012	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
013	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
014	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
015	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
016	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
017	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
018	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
019	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
021	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
022	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
023	EADS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
200	HOLL	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
201	HOLL	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
202	HOLL	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
203	HOLL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
204	HOLL	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	50 ft	8	🐾
205	HOLL	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	50 ft	8	🐾
206	HOLL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
207	HOLL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
209	HOLL	Standard Electric	Parallel	Paved	—	—	35 ft	16	🐾
210	HOLL	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
211	HOLL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	55 ft	8	🐾
212	HOLL	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
XXXX	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
XXXX1	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—	—
XXXX2	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—	—
XXXX3	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—	—
XXXX4	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—	—
XXXX5	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—	—
XXXX6	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—	—
152	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	8	🐾
153	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	8	🐾
154	PINE	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	8	🐾
156	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	50 ft	8	🐾
157	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
158	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
159	PINE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
160	PINE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
164	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	40 ft	8	🐾
165	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	50 ft	8	🐾
166	PINE	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
167	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
168	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
169	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	20 ft	8	🐾
170	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
171	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	20 ft	8	🐾
172	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
173	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
174	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
175	PINE	Standard Electric	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
176	PINE	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
182	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
183	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
184	PINE	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
185	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
186	PINE	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
187	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
188	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
189	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
190	PINE	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
191	PINE	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
161	PWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
162	PWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
163	PWLK	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
177	PWLK	Walk To	Back In	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
178	PWLK	Walk To	Back In	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
179	PWLK	Walk To	Back In	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
180	PWLK	Walk To	Back In	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
181	PWLK	Walk To	Back In	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
Shelter 1	SLT1	Group Shelter Electric	—	Paved	—	—	—	50	♿ 🐾
Shelter 2	SLT2	Group Shelter Nonelectric	—	Paved	—	—	—	50	♿ 🐾
024	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
025	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
026	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
027	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
028	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
029	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
030	SPNT	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
031	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
032	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
033	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
034	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
035	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
036	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
037	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
038	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
039	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
040	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
041	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
042	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
043	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
044	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
045	SPNT	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
046	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
047	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
048	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
049	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
050	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
051	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
052	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
053	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
054	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
055	SPNT	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
056	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Parallel	Paved	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
057	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Parallel	Paved	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
058	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
059	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
060	SPNT	Walk To	Back In	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
061	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
062	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
063	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	30 ft	8	🐾
064	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
065	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
066	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
067	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
068	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
069	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
070	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
071	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
072	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
073	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
074	SPNT	Rv Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
075	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
076	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
077	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	50 ft	8	🐾
078	SPNT	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
079	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
080	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
081	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
082	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
083	SPNT	Walk To	—	Gravel	—	—	—	8	🐾
135	WOAK	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
136	WOAK	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
137	WOAK	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
138	WOAK	Standard Electric	—	Gravel	—	—	25 ft	8	🐾
139	WOAK	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
140	WOAK	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
141	WOAK	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
142	WOAK	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
143	WOAK	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
144	WOAK	Rv Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
145	WOAK	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
146	WOAK	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
147	WOAK	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
148	WOAK	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
149	WOAK	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
150	WOAK	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	—	—	50 ft	8	🐾
151	WOAK	Standard Electric	Back In	Gravel	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

From Bedford, go 7 miles east on US 50. Go north on SR 446 for 12 miles and turn west on Chapel Hill Road and travel 2 miles to the Hardin Ridge Recreation Area.

From Bloomington, 46 and 446 intersection, go 14 miles south on SR 446. Turn west on Chapel Hill Road and travel 2 miles to the Hardin Ridge Recreation Area.

39.01028, -86.42889 · 39°0'37.0"N 86°25'44.0"W

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Typical weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Low °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Precip in	3.6	2.9	4.1	5.2	5.6	5.3	4.5	3.7	3.5	3.6	3.9	3.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

Cabins require $100 cleaning/damage and lost key deposit upon arrival at recreation area. Each campsite fee includes a camping unit (tent,camper) & one vehicle (single sites) and two vehicles (double sites). There is a $8.00 charge per day for the second vehicle, and $8.00 charge per day for any additional vehicle (must be paid at time of check-in). Maximum two vehicles per single site, and four vehicles per double site. There is a surcharge for the site with electric and water. Annual Boat/Day Use Pass: $50.00 each (sticker must be applied to the windshield of the registered vehicle) $30.00 each additional in the same household. May be used at Hardin Ridge, Indian-Celina and Tipsaw Recreation Areas.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

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Common questions about Hardin Ridge

Can you reserve a site at Hardin Ridge?: Yes, Hardin Ridge is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Hardin Ridge have?: 210 sites in total, of which 195 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Hardin Ridge?: 60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Hardin Ridge?: Yes, pets are allowed at Hardin Ridge.
Does Hardin Ridge have hookups?: Electric, Water.
Are campfires allowed at Hardin Ridge?: Campfires are allowed at Hardin Ridge. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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