U.S. Forest Service · Hoosier National Forest

Youngs Creek Campground

A primitive campground with vault toilets, hitching racks, and a picnic shelter is available. Around 12 and half miles of trails are available for hiking, mountain biking and horse riding. The Youngs Creek Campground provides access to the 12.7-mile Youngs Creek multiple use trail for horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking. A picnic shelter with picnic tables is located across from the vault toilet. High line posts, picnic tables and fire rings are located at designated campsites 1-7 on the south end of the campground. Sites 8-14 are located in a open grassy area with high line posts available. There are 2 frost-free hydrants to provide non-potable water.

Reservable14 sites

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A photo of Site 4 at Youngs Creek Campground with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Shade — Jeff Fischer

Campsites

Standard, no hookups	14
Total	14

Amenities & rules

✓ Pets allowed✓ Campfires allowedRVs & trailersTents

Fees: All camping is free of charge.

Compiled from site-level records; individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

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Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.