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Amenities
- Wifi
- Pool
- Bath House
- Laundry
- Pet Friendly
- Cabins
- Tenting
- Buddy Sites
- Dog Park
- Playground
- Trash Pickup
- 50 Amp
- Water Hookup
- Sewer Hookup
- Fire Pits
- Potable Water
- Boat Launch
- Propane Sold
- Firewood Sold
- Camp Store
- Toilets
- Full Hookup
Activities
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Kayaking
- Canoeing
- Boating
From The Campground
In 1933, a local conservation club raised funds to buy 900 acres to build a lake and establish an area to hunt and fish. They offered management of the project to the Indiana Department of Conservation the following year, and this marked the establishment of Ferdinand State Forest. Established in 1934 as a Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp, CCC workers built roads, service buildings, and one of the most beautiful forest lakes in the state. Ferdinand State Forest is well known for its excellent deer and squirrel hunting. The area surrounding Ferdinand is rich in German heritage, including St. Meinrad Archabbey, the Monastary Immaculate Conception and many other local landmarks and seasonal community festivals. Beginning in mid-May running through October, Ferdinand State Forest operates an entrance gate house. During times of gate operation, there is an entrance fee required to gain access to the state forest's primary recreation area (i.e., campground, beach, shelters, etc.). The fee is $7/vehicle for in-state plates and $9/vehicle for out-of-state plates. Indiana DNR annual entrance passes are accepted and sold at the property.
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