Yellowwood State Forest
Reviewed May. 3, 2021

This is a real Hidden Gem

Yellowwood State Forest, named for the environmentally unique Yellowwood tree, is 23, 326 acres located 7 miles West of the artist community of Nashville, Indiana. Nestled in the rolling hills of southern Indiana famous for it's fall leaf color displays and gorgeous vistas. Yellowwood offers 79 primitive class c sites in four campground areas adjacent to the 133 acre Yellowwood Lake; Red Pine, White-Oak Hickory, Redbud and Black Gum;$13 per night. There are several potable water stations and pit toilets throughout the campgrounds and one dump station located in Red Bud. The Red Bud area also has a small camp store(not open during our visit, so not sure of their offerings). We did note some ADA accessible sites. Horse camping is also available in 12 class c sites in the Horseman Camp with miles of horse trails. Several picnic areas and shelters in the area; one beautiful location overlooking the lake with stunning brown county stone fireplaces. This park is perfect for tent camping or smaller units; we would not recommend for larger units as most sites are small and unlevel and may challenge your maneuvering skills! The park has 5 hiking trails ranging from easy to rugged and access to the Tecumesh Trail(43 miles) originally proposed to span from Florida to Canada. The park office facility offers boat(lake is known for good fishing) and kayak rental, ice and firewood. If you need facilities to accommodate your larger rig or feel a need for more amenities; Brown County State Park is just a few miles to the East...but don't pass up planning at least a day trip to enjoy this incredibly beautiful State Forest property. 772 Yellowwood Lake Rd, Nashville, IN 47448 GPS- 39.183995,-86.337878

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  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Yellowwood State Forest by Stephen & Theresa B., May 3, 2021