Established Camping
Patoka Lake Campground
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Found in lakes year-round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
Patoka Lake Campground, near Eckerty, Indiana, is a fantastic destination for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors year-round. With spacious campsites that allow for both tent and RV camping, it’s a place where you can kick back and soak in the natural beauty surrounding you.
The campground is known for its welcoming atmosphere, where visitors can enjoy amenities like electric hookups and picnic tables. Many campers appreciate the nature center, which offers a serene escape and a chance to learn more about the local environment. As one happy camper put it, “Patoka Lake has become our go-to campground for many reasons.”
For those who love water activities, the campground is close to the lake, making it ideal for fishing, boating, and swimming. There are also plenty of trails for hiking and biking, ensuring you’ll never run out of things to do. Just be mindful of the boat traffic if you have little ones with you, as it can get busy.
While some sites may lack shade, the open spaces provide a great opportunity for stargazing at night. Clean facilities, including showers and restrooms, help keep your stay comfortable. Whether you’re here for a weekend fishing trip or a family getaway, Patoka Lake Campground offers a little something for everyone.
Description
State Park
With 26,000 acres of land and water, Patoka Lake campground is a fine example of lake ecology. An 8,800-acre lake provides habitat for freshwater jellyfish and bald eagle nesting sites. River otters and osprey were reintroduced at Patoka by the DNR. Camping: -Electric / 455 sites -Primitive / 45 sites -Dumping Station
Reservation Info
WARNING: 4/14/22 - BLUE-GREEN ALGAE is dangerous for humans and pets:
Blue-green algae is at the ADVISORY alert level for the beach at PATOKA LAKE: Swimming and boating are 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. Do not allow your pets to swim or drink water where algae are present. Check back for updates. Learn more about blue-green algae.
Location
Patoka Lake Campground is located in Indiana
Directions
FROM THE NORTH: STATE ROAD 37 SOUTH TO PAOLI, FROM PAOLI TAKE STATE ROAD 150/56 WEST TO WEST BADEN SPRINGS AND FRENCH LICK, FROM FRENCH LICK GO SOUTH ON STATE ROAD 145 TO STATE ROAD 164. WEST ON STATE ROAD 164 ONE MILE TO DILLARD ROAD AND TURN NORTH. FROM THE SOUTH, EAST AND WEST USE INTERSTATE 64, GO TO EXIT 79, TAKE STATE ROAD 37 NORTH TO STATE ROAD 64 TO STATE ROAD 145, THEN TO STATE ROAD 164.
Address
3084 N Dillard Rd
Birdseye, IN 47513
Coordinates
38.40598009 N
86.65350928 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- 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
- 1 hr 12 min from Louisville
- 1 hr 15 min from Owensboro
- 1 hr 18 min from Evansville
- 1 hr 27 min from Bloomington