Primrose Loop at Tipsaw Lake Recreation area Hoosier National Forest has six sites grouped in twos and would be perfect for a group get together. It’s very basic, no phone signal and a pit toilet. There are nice showerhouses in the adjacent campgrounds.

Tipsaw Lake is in short walking, bike riding or vehicle driving distance and the beach area is very family oriented with small picnicking pavilions a play area near the beach and a sand beach. No dogs allowed though.

We enjoyed the Tipsaw Lake 5.9 mile Trail. I kept thinking Trail Run event! I’m not sure if there’s an active group in Branchville, In area though. The trail is not difficult, it’s hilly and technical, but an enjoyable excursion. 

The trail and picnic area needed some maintenance as in being cut back and down, this and the recent rain made ticks bad so pack your bug stuff and pants if you plan to hike. The mosquitoes weren’t bad when we visited , they might get worse as the summer progresses with all the stagnant water. 

Next visit I’m packing the kayak because Tipsaw Lake looked awesome!