Shades State Park, IN
Description
The beautiful sandstone cliffs overlooking Sugar Creek and numerous shady ravines provide the backdrop for your journey through this nature lover's paradise.
Also on the property is Pine Hills Nature Preserve, which affords spectacular topography for those willing to take a fairly long hike.
Book a Campsite at Shades State Park, IN
*** Some sites may be available only from the campground on a first-come-first-served basis.
Description
Shades State Park is that peaceful place you've sought. Located about 17 miles southwest of Crawfordsville (off S.R. 47), it is a favorite for hikers and canoeists.
The beautiful sandstone cliffs overlooking Sugar Creek and numerous shady ravines provide the backdrop for your journey through this nature lover's paradise.
Also on the property is Pine Hills Nature Preserve, which affords spectacular topography for those willing to take a fairly long hike.
Non-Electric
Fri Sep 20 2024 - Wed Mar 19 2025Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 6 Month(s) in advance.
Shelter
Sat Sep 21 2024 - Fri Sep 19 2025Reservations must be made 2 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 12 Month(s) in advance.
Youth Tent
Fri Sep 20 2024 - Wed Mar 19 2025Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 6 Month(s) in advance.
- Amphitheater
- Bath House
- Bicycling
- Bird Watching
- Camping, Primitive
- Dump Station
- Fire Rings
- Fishing
- Frost Free Water Hydrant
- Grills
- Hiking
- Hiking Difficult
- Hiking Moderate
- Hiking Trail
- Jogging/Running
- Office / Ranger Station
- Parking
- Photography
- Picnic Area
- Picnic Pavilion
- Picnic Shelter
- Picnic Tables
- Picnicking
- Playground
- Programs, Nature
- Programs, Recreational
- Recreation Programs
- Restrooms
- Retail, Drinks
- Retail, Firewood
- Retail, Ice
- Retail, Seasonal Concessions
- Shelters
- Showers
- Sightseeing
- Stargazing
- Toilet, Pit/Vault
- Trails, Difficult Hiking
- Trails, Hiking / Walking, Easy
- Trails, Hiking, Moderate
- Viewing Platform/Overlk
- Walking
- Water Drinking
- Water Fillup Station
- Waterfall
- Waterfall Access
- Wildflower Viewing
- Wildlife Viewing
- ATM/Cash Machine
- Boating
- Boating, Canoeing
- Boating, Kayaking
- Boating, Power
- Cabins
- Canoe Rental
- Canoeing
- Dining
- Fishing, Park Lake
- Fuel, Vehicles
- Golf
- Golfing
- Jet Skiing
- Park Lake
- Propane
- Rentals, Boats, Canoe
- Rentals, Boats, Kayaks
- Restaurant
- Retail, Snacks
- Scenic Driving Routes
- Skiing - Water
- Swimming - Park Lake
- Water Access, Park Lake
- Water Skiing
- Antiquing
- Art & Museum
- Boating, Jon(Paddle)
- Boating, Pedal
- Campground Host
- Church
- Dump Station, Camper
- Emergency Services
- Fishing Pier
- Fishing, River / Stream
- Historic Sites
- Horse Rentals
- Horseback Riding
- Hospital
- Interpretive Center
- Interpretive Exhibit/Display
- Interpretive Trails
- Kennel
- LODGING, GROUP FACILITIES
- Laundry
- Lifeguards (Seasonal)
- Lodging, Cabins
- Maintenance, Vehicle
- Medical Clinic
- Meeting Space
- Motel
- Musical Performances
- Nature Center
- Newspapers
- Pier, Fishing
- Putt-Putt
- Putt-Putt Course
- Recycling Station
- Rentals, Boats, Jon(Paddle)
- Rentals, Boats, Motorized
- Rentals, Boats, Pedal
- Reservoir
- Retail, Bait & Tackle
- Retail, Store/Gift Shop
- Seasonal Festivals
- Shopping
- Swimming - Pool
- Swimming - Reservoir
- Tennis
- Tennis Court
- Volleyball
- Volleyball Net
- Water Access, Reservoir
Facility Rates*
Sep 19 2024 -
Sep 19 2025
*Displayed rates do not reflect discounts, attribute fees (electrical hookups / water hookups), taxes or incremental charges
**Weekly rates may not be available for all sites
39.92957, -87.07253
39°55'46"N, 87°4'21"W
FROM THE NORTH: U.S. 41 S. TO SR 234, THEN EAST ON SR 234 TO THE ENTRANCE. FROM THE SOUTH: U.S. 41 N. TO SR 234, THEN EAST ON SR 234 TO THE ENTRANCE. FROM THE EAST: I-74 W. TO EXIT 52 (JAMESTOWN / ADVANCE). S. ABOUT 3 MILES TO SR 234. CONTINUE W. FOR APPROX. 25 MILES TO THE ENTRANCE. FROM THE WEST: I-74 EAST TO EXIT 15 (VEEDERSBURG/U.S. 41). S. ON U.S. 41 ABOUT 12 MILES TO SR 234, THEN E. ON SR 234 APPROX. 18 MILES TO THE ENTRANCE.