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Wooster Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area

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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.

Beginning November 10, 2025, Hardy Lake campsites will be closed for approximately 30 days due to a sewer repair project. We apologize for the inconvenience. We will re-open the campground as soon as the project is completed. Please check back for updates.

DNR will be permanently closing the raptor rehab portion of the Dwight Chamberlain Raptor Center at Hardy Lake, while providing a greater focus on educational programming at Hardy Lake and across the state. DNR is grateful for the Friends of Hardy Lake, and for the staff and volunteers who have assisted with both the rehab and educational programming since the center’s inception. The Dwight Chamberlain Raptor Center at Hardy Lake was established to introduce Hoosiers to live birds of prey and to offer a rehab facility where injured hawks, owls, and other raptors could be brought to be treated and, when possible, released. DNR stopped accepting birds for rehabilitation in spring 2022 due to an avian influenza outbreak. The impact of that outbreak has lessened, but there are still reports of this disease in the state. It is DNR's responsibility to protect the birds in the education program. Because avian flu is highly contagious, closing the rehabilitation side of the center reduces the potential of exposure for these educational ambassadors. With this change, DNR will devote more attention to training and enrichment for the education birds so their work of introducing Hoosiers to the habits and habitat of birds of prey is as effective as possible. Today, the number of licensed rehabilitators is greater than when the facility first opened. DNR’s Division of Fish and Wildlife maintains a list of these licensed rehabilitators that is available at on.IN.gov/wildliferehab.

Effective Sept. 3, 2024, all three smaller boat ramps (Wooster, Carmel, Sunnyside) are closed for the winter. Boaters may still use Alpha Ramp while water levels allow.

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Wooster Bay Campground at Hardy Lake State Recreation Area is near Scottsburg, Indiana. The terrain features wooded areas and a lake, providing opportunities for hiking and water activities. Temperatures range from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer, and nearby attractions include Hardy Lake and the Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge.

Description

Indiana DNR, State Parks and Reservoirs Division

Hardy Lake LWCF

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.

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Wooster Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area is located in Indiana

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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

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Poor

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

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Reviewed May. 16, 2018

Relaxed lake atmosphere

The Wooster Bay primitive area allows campers to moor their boats overnight. It has a very relaxed atmosphere. There is a pit toilet and water pump and overflow parking lot in the primitive area. The electric campground is seperated so the Wooster stays nice and dark and generally quiet. It' a great place to take the dogs although they aren't allowed on the designated beach area, which is a bummer. But it is fun to canoe, fish, and relax.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Wooster Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Wooster Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Wooster Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area?

Wooster Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area allows vehicles up to 40 feet.

Are fires allowed at Wooster Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Wooster Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Wooster Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area have wifi?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Wooster Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area does have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Wooster Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is poor.

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