German Ridge Trail

Tell City, Indiana
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Ownership: US Forest Service
Official website: fs.fed.us
Posted by: MountainMan on January 2, 2006

Description

This campground caters to horse use, though any visitors are welcome. Horses are allowed in the 20-unit campground. Water is available for horses. The water is brought in from town and accessed by hydrants. It is not potable for human consumption. A $4 self-service camping fee is charged.

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Directions

From I-64: Take I-64 to IN 37 south (Exit 79). Take IN 37 south approximately 18 miles to IN 70. Go east on IN 70. In less than 1 mile, turn right where the big ""German Ridge Recreation Area"" sign indicates. When that road Ts into another, turn right. You are now on Gerald Road. Watch for German Ridge Road on your left. Turn there, and the parking area is 0.9 mile south. Continue south to reach the campground and day use area.From I-66: Take IN 66 east from Tell City, through Cannelton, then watch for Forest Service signs. This will get you to the campground. From there, go north on German Ridge Road. The campground and trailhead is approximately 3/4 of a mile up this road to the left.

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A primitive campground with pit toilets and hitching racks is available. The campground is designed for horse camping, however, any National Forest visitor is welcome to camp.A scenic lake, beach and historic picnic shelter are also available. No horses are allowed in the day use area.

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Fees

$4

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