German Ridge Campground
Cloverport, Indiana · 679 ft · In Hoosier National Forest
Photos: Jeff Fischer
At a glance
5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 679 ft (207 m)679 ft207 m
Sites20
German Ridge Campground lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.
From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026.
Amenities
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- Campfires allowed
- Toilets
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About
Overview
The German Ridge Recreation Area includes a 20 site campground, a 24-mile multiple use trail, a short hiking trail around a scenic lake and cliff area, a seasonal day use area for swimming and picnicking, and several historic buildings. It was established during the Civilian Conservation Corps days and has long been a popular get-away for people in southern Indiana.
Recreation
This area includes 20 campsites, over 25 miles of multiple-use trails, and a swimming beach (Open Memorial Weekend through Labor Day Weekend) with shelter.
From OpenStreetMap, Overture Maps Foundation — Places, Recreation.gov, Recreation.gov — campground rate cards, and USFS INFRA Recreation Sites · · Edit
Cell service
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- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at German Ridge Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- WedShowers And Thunderstorms, 82% chance of rain84°67°
- ThuPatchy Fog, 63% chance of rain84°57°
- FriChance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny, 27% chance of rain62°41°
- SatSunny59°37°
- SunSunny66°45°
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Location and contact
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