Campground · National forest in Monroe County, Indiana.
| Managed by | USDA Forest Service (Hoosier National Forest) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 28 |
| Site types | 28 standard, no electric |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fee | No |
| Phone | (812) 275-5987 |
| Website | www.fs.usda.gov/r09/hoosier/recreation/blackwell-campground |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Blackwell Horse Camp before you go.
The camp is located along Tower Ridge Road in the center of the Charles Deam Wilderness area, approximately one mile from Highway 446. The camp also is a trailhead for the Charles C. Deam Wilderness trail system. Recreation Blackwell is a campground for all types of users. It provides access to the Charles C. Deam Wilderness Trail system with approximately 35 miles of trails. The nearby Hickory Ridge Trail system is also available. Facilities There is a picnic shelter at the site, a loading area for people to easily mount horses, including people with disabilities, and hitching racks.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Blackwell Horse Camp is in Monroe County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.