Boat access to Hardy Lake makes Wooster Campground a draw for anglers and paddlers exploring this Indiana state recreation area. The campground splits into two distinct areas: a primitive section where boaters can moor overnight near the water, and a separate electric campground with full hookups for RVs up to 40 feet.
The primitive Wooster Bay area maintains darker conditions and stays generally quiet, with basic facilities including a pit toilet and water pump. Dogs are welcome throughout the campground but cannot access the designated beach area. Campers can explore places to camp around Hardy Lake LWCF or visit the nearby Shale Bluff Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area for additional options.
Description
Hardy Lake has a 740 acre lake with great fishing and it allows water skiing. It has hiking trails, beach, picnic area, and 2 campgrounds. Hunting is allowed during normal hunting seasons which include deer and wild turkey hunting. Both campgrounds are open year round with electric available at each site in Shale Bluff Campground.
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Swimming and boating permitted. Avoid contact with algae. Avoid swallowing water while swimming. Take a bath or shower with warm soapy water after coming in contact with lake water. Do not use lake water for cooking or bathing. Although our test results are specifically for the beach where pets are not permitted to swim, please keep pets out of the water along shallow banks and the shoreline. More information.
Due to issues with the fuel system, the Hardy Lake marina will no longer provide fuel for sale. Because there is no other fuel for sale on the lake, watercraft operators must be self-contained and/or bring their own fuel if needed. We apologize for the inconvenience.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsWooster Campground is located in Indiana near Deputy
Directions
Traveling from Indianapolis, IN or Louisville KY, take I-65 to exit 34A at Austin IN, travel east on state road 256 through Austin approximately 6 miles. Turn left at caution light and travel approximately 3 miles to the propety entrance gate.
Address
4171 East Harrod Rd
Scottsburg, IN 47170-8438
Coordinates
38.77334123 N
85.6910463 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/25/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/25/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 48 min from Columbus, IN
- 52 min from Louisville, KY
- 1 hr 26 min from Bloomington, IN
- 1 hr 39 min from Cincinnati, OH






