Cecil M Harden Lake Campground
Indiana State Park
Write a Review 1588 S. Raccoon Parkway Rockville Rockville, IN 47872 765-344-1412 765-344-1884 Reservations: 800-456-2267 Official WebsiteGPS: 39.7356, -87.0748
Overview of Cecil M Harden Lake Campground
For cars, trucks and campers, the entrance fee is $7 per vehicle for in-state plates and $9 per vehicle for out-of-state plates, seven days a week including holidays. For pedestrians, bicycles, buses and passenger vans, the entrance fee is $2 per person. When staying overnight, you will be required to pay the entrance fee the first time you enter and your receipt will serve as your in/out pass the remainder of your stay. In-state annual entrance permits (AEPs) are $50. Out-of-state annual entrance permits are $70. Golden Hoosier permits are $25.
Last Price Paid: $16
Reported by Bob K on 12/14/2021
Longest RV Reported: 38 feet (Class A)
Reported by RV-Therapy on 7/31/2019
Number of Sites 310
Pad Type asphalt
Reservations yes
Elevation 721 ft / 219 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Cecil M Harden Lake Campground 4 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 6/25/2023
“Nice Area, Beautiful Lake, Not Level”
Reviewed 6/25/2023
| Days stayed: | 2 |
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| Site Number: | 269 |
Overall Rating
Bring your extra leveling blocks !! Took us 45 minutes to level. Biggest issue was the asphalt pads had no grip and out levelers kept kicking out. Eventually dropped one side of trailer off pad which helped a bit. Sadly we had one of the more level sites. Campground was very quiet and VERY clean. Raccoon Run loop were spaced... more
Bring your extra leveling blocks !! Took us 45 minutes to level. Biggest issue was the asphalt pads had no grip and out levelers kept kicking out. Eventually dropped one side of trailer off pad which helped a bit. Sadly we had one of the more level sites. Campground was very quiet and VERY clean. Raccoon Run loop were spaced the best. Nice dump stations and very friendly staff. Rockville only about 15 minutes away. The Ranch restaurant across the road from park entrance was pretty good as well.
Verizon 4G
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“Beautiful Park. Walk-ups Welcome. Open in Winter with Winter Rates.”
Reviewed 12/14/2021
| Nightly rate: | $16 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 249 |
| RV Length: | 20' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
Walk-ups welcome. It's a beautiful State Recreation Area with well-maintained grounds. Dirt hiking trails throughout along with a paved multiuse trail. One electric loop and the primitive campground are open in the winter with reduced winter rates (since the comfort stations are closed). No national passes accepted. While the site... more
Walk-ups welcome. It's a beautiful State Recreation Area with well-maintained grounds. Dirt hiking trails throughout along with a paved multiuse trail. One electric loop and the primitive campground are open in the winter with reduced winter rates (since the comfort stations are closed). No national passes accepted. While the sites are asphalt, a lot of the sites are on hillsides and will require substantial front-to-back leveling. I don't hear a lick of traffic noise anywhere...just birds, squirrels, and the wind through the trees.
Be aware that the COE drastically reduces the level of the reservoir in winter, so it's not really the "pretty lake" you might be hoping for at that time of the year.
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Verizon 4G
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“Great camping getaway in Indiana”
Reviewed 10/7/2020
| Nightly rate: | $12 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 29 |
Overall Rating
We enjoyed tent camping in the primitive campground. If you find the right spot you can nestle yourself back into the woods nicely. There is a camp store for essentials that is at the front of primitive and an easy walk. Lake access down a trail from primitive to a private beach, although I will say it is pretty steep the last 10 yards... more
We enjoyed tent camping in the primitive campground. If you find the right spot you can nestle yourself back into the woods nicely. There is a camp store for essentials that is at the front of primitive and an easy walk. Lake access down a trail from primitive to a private beach, although I will say it is pretty steep the last 10 yards to the beach (so make sure you are comfortable climbing back up it to get out). Cute public beach in a cove of the lake centrally located in the park. Boat rental available, but reserve a couple weeks in advance, as it books up quick. The town of Rockville is close for any grocery needs. MUST go get the French fries at the “Big Berry”. It is a burger joint down the road. Burgers and ice cream are good....but the fries!!!!!!!!
Adventuring Family would stay here again
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“Plenty of Fun!”
Reviewed 7/31/2019
| Nightly rate: | $34 |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| Site Number: | 253 |
| RV Length: | 38' (Class A) |
Overall Rating
Raccoon State Recreation Area | Cecil M Harden Lake is located in the heart of historic covered bridge country just 50 miles West of Indianapolis. The campground is surrounded by the 2,060 acre Cecil M Harden reservoir offering boating (boat rental), fishing and a large swimming beach with concessions and amenities. The campground is e... more
Raccoon State Recreation Area | Cecil M Harden Lake is located in the heart of historic covered bridge country just 50 miles West of Indianapolis. The campground is surrounded by the 2,060 acre Cecil M Harden reservoir offering boating (boat rental), fishing and a large swimming beach with concessions and amenities. The campground is extremely well maintained with many sites sheltered by tree canopy ranging from non-electric, 30 amp, to 50 amp. Fresh water is available at fill stations and a spacious dump station area make for easy disposal. Many of the sites are not level so chose wisely to suit your needs. Easy beach access from the campground via a paved walk/bike path, well stocked camp store at the entrance to the campground, well maintained bath house facilities, active interpretive Naturalist programs, and numerous hiking trail opportunities round out the amenities. This is a beautiful campground; and if you like to explore…take a drive through the area and enjoy the many historic towns, covered bridges and roller mills throughout the county.
RV-Therapy would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- 50 Amp
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- dry camping
- Partial Hookups
Recreation
- basketball court
- boat ramp
- boat rental
- fishing
- horseshoes
- picnic area
- playground
- recreation trail
- swimming beach
- volleyball
Site Amenities
- fire ring
- picnic table
- pull thru
Facilities
- dump station
- firewood
- general store
- ADA Accessible
- restrooms: flush
- showers
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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