Indiana's first state park, established in 1916, spreads across rolling terrain where McCormick's Creek cuts through limestone canyon walls. The campground accommodates RVs up to 55 feet with full hookups on sites 1-189, while primitive sites 190-222 offer more seclusion among mature hardwoods.
Site privacy varies considerably throughout the electric loops. As Mary S. notes about the main camping areas, "If you want to be be able to see what your neighbors are eating and hear their conversations, you'll love the electric sites." Outside loop positions provide better separation from neighboring campers. The primitive sites beyond 190 deliver more wooded isolation, though sites 203-222 lack the privacy of the 190-202 range.
McCormick's Creek flows directly through the park, offering wading opportunities when water levels permit. Trail 10 leads to Wolf Cave, a crawl-through limestone formation, while the waterfall trail descends into the canyon where water drops over rock ledges. Jim L. recommends the falls hike for its "picturesque overhangs and refreshing pool at the bottom." The park maintains nearly 11 miles of hiking trails, plus a seasonal swimming pool and nature center with programming.
Loop B sites present leveling challenges for RVs due to uneven terrain and rocks. The campground roads can be narrow in sections, requiring careful maneuvering for larger rigs. Cell service remains limited throughout the park. A single vehicle restriction per site means additional cars park at the overflow area near the gatehouse, which fills during busy periods. The $7 park entry fee covers your entire stay.
Spencer lies 2.5 miles west for resupply needs, while Celtic Glen provides another camping option just north of the park. Reservations ensure site selection, particularly important given the layout variations between loops.
Description
Damaged by tornado in spring of 2023 CAMPGROUND CLOSED: Due to extensive storm damage, the campground remains closed indefinitely. Read about recovery efforts on the website.
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!
The park is open for use, and the nature center and Canyon Inn are open and operating. 3.7 miles of trail are open for hiking, but many park trails remain closed due to the March 31, 2023 tornado damage. The campground remains closed indefinitely as cleanup continues. Read about recovery efforts.
**SADDLE BARN TEMPORARILY CLOSED** : The saddle barn will be closed as the search for a new operator continues.
Map & DirectionsMccormick's Creek State Park Campground is located in Indiana near Spencer
Directions
FROM THE NORTH: I-70 OR SR 67 S. TO U.S. 231, S. TO SPENCER, INDIANA. AT INTERSECTION OF U.S. 231 & SR 46, TAKE SR 46 E. ABOUT 2 MILES TO ENTRANCE. FROM THE SOUTH: SR 37 N. TO SR 46 W., ABOUT 7 MILES W. OF ELLETTSVILLE TO THE ENTRANCE. FROM THE EAST: SR 46 W. THROUGH ELLETTSVILLE, ABOUT 7 MILES TO ENTRANCE. FROM THE WEST: SR 46 E. THROUGH SPENCER AND CONTINUING ON SR 46 TO THE ENTRANCE.
Address
250 McCormicks Creek Park Rd
Spencer, IN 47460
Coordinates
39.28428812 N
86.72600075 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 15 min from Bloomington, IN
- 48 min from Terre Haute, IN
- 1 hr from Indianapolis, IN
- 1 hr 4 min from Columbus, IN






































