BLUE-GREEN ALGAE ADVISORY ALERT: BLUE-GREEN ALGAE ADVISORY ALERT for Potato Creek State Park (Worster Lake Beach). Swimming and boating permitted. Avoid contact with algae. Avoid swallowing water while swimming. Take a bath or shower with warm soapy water after coming in contact with lake water. Do not use lake water for cooking or bathing. Although our test results are specifically for the beach where pets are not permitted to swim, please keep pets out of the water along shallow banks and the shoreline. More information

Potato Creek State Park, IN

Description
Potato Creek is located in north-central Indiana about 12 miles southwest of the city of South Bend. The park features a wide array of activities and facilities for year-round enjoyment. Making reservations is advisable to enjoy some of the facilities at this very popular park.

A variety of natural habitats await, including the 327-acre Worster Lake, old fields, mature woodlands, restored prairies and diverse wetlands. Each offers unique opportunities for plant and wildlife observation.

In the past, Native peoples used the area for hunting and fishing. The area's first people of European descent settled here in the 1830's
Status: Open year round.
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POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
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Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
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Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
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Pets Allowed Near Water - no
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Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
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Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
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Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
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Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
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Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
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Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
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Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
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Electric Hookup available: 50 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
6
60
Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
6
60
Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
6
60
Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
6
60
Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
6
60
Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
6
60
Electric Hookup available: 50 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
6
60
Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
6
60
Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
6
60
Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
6
60
Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
6
60
Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
6
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Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
6
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Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
POTATO CREEK FAMILY CAMPGROUND ELECTRIC
Electric
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Electric Hookup available: 30 amp Full Hookup - no
Pets Allowed Near Water - no
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Description

Potato Creek is located in north-central Indiana about 12 miles southwest of the city of South Bend. The park features a wide array of activities and facilities for year-round enjoyment. Making reservations is advisable to enjoy some of the facilities at this very popular park.

A variety of natural habitats await, including the 327-acre Worster Lake, old fields, mature woodlands, restored prairies and diverse wetlands. Each offers unique opportunities for plant and wildlife observation.

In the past, Native peoples used the area for hunting and fishing. The area's first people of European descent settled here in the 1830's

Cabin
Sat Jun 13 2026 - Fri Jun 11 2027

Reservations must be made 2 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 12 Month(s) in advance.

Electric
Thu Jun 11 2026 - Fri Dec 11 2026

Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 6 Month(s) in advance.

Equestrian Electric
Thu Jun 11 2026 - Fri Dec 11 2026

Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 6 Month(s) in advance.

Rec Building
Sat Jun 13 2026 - Fri Jun 11 2027

Reservations must be made 2 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 12 Month(s) in advance.

Shelter
Sat Jun 13 2026 - Fri Jun 11 2027

Reservations must be made 2 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 12 Month(s) in advance.

Tent Only
Thu Jun 11 2026 - Fri Dec 11 2026

Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 6 Month(s) in advance.

Youth Tent
Fri Jun 12 2026 - Fri Dec 11 2026

Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 6 Month(s) in advance.

Within Park
  • Archeological Sites
  • Archeology Programs
  • Bath House
  • Bicycling
  • Bird Watching
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boat Rental
  • Boating
  • Boating, Canoeing
  • Boating, Jon(Paddle)
  • Boating, Kayaking
  • Boating, Pedal
  • Cabins
  • Campground Host
  • Camping, Equestrian
  • Camping, Improved Site
  • Canoe Rental
  • Canoeing
  • Comfort Station
  • Convenience Store
  • Cultural Activities
  • Cultural Sites / Exhibits
  • Dump Station
  • Dump Station, Camper
  • Fire Rings
  • First Aid Supplies
  • Fish Cleaning Station
  • Fishing
  • Fishing Pier
  • Fishing, Park Lake
  • Fishing, Pier
  • Grills
  • Hiking
  • Hiking Moderate
  • Hiking Trail
  • Historic Sites
  • Historical Areas/Struct.
  • History Programs
  • Horseshoe Pits
  • Horseshoes
  • Information / Contact Station
  • Instructional Programs
  • Interpretive Center
  • Interpretive Display
  • Interpretive Walks, Self
  • Interpretive Waysides
  • Jogging/Running
  • Motorized Boat Rentals
  • Nature Center
  • Nature Programs
  • Nature Study
  • Office / Ranger Station
  • Park Lake
  • Parking
  • Pay Telephone
  • Photography
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Pavilion
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Picnic Tables
  • Picnicking
  • Playground
  • Programs, Recreational
  • Ranger Station
  • Recreation Programs
  • Recycling Station
  • Rentals, Boats, Canoe
  • Rentals, Boats, Jon(Paddle)
  • Rentals, Boats, Kayaks
  • Rentals, Boats, Pedal
  • Restrooms
  • Retail, Seasonal Concessions
  • Retail, Supplies
  • Shelters
  • Sightseeing
  • Stargazing
  • Sunbathing
  • Swimming - Park Lake
  • Swimming, Park Lake
  • Toilet, Flush
  • Toilet, Pit/Vault
  • Trails, Bicycle
  • Trails, Equestrian
  • Trails, Hiking / Walking, Easy
  • Trails, Horse
  • Trails, Moderate Hiking
  • Trails, Mountain Bike
  • Viewing Platform/Overlk
  • Volleyball
  • Walking
  • Water Access, Park Lake
  • Water Drinking
  • Wildflower Viewing
  • Wildlife Viewing
Greater Than 1 Mile
  • ATM/Cash Machine
  • Admin Service, Copying
  • Admin Service, Faxing
  • Antiquing
  • Area Attraction
  • Cable Tv
  • Catering
  • Church
  • Fruit / Produce Picking
  • Fuel, Boats
  • Fuel, Vehicles
  • Golf
  • Golfing
  • Maintenance, Vehicle
  • Newspapers
  • Orchard / Produce Farm
  • Propane
Within 10 Miles
  • Archery
  • Art & Museum
  • Dining
  • Emergency Services
  • Fishing, River/Stream
  • Grocery Store
  • Horse Rentals
  • Horseback Riding
  • Medical Clinic
  • Restaurant
  • Shopping
  • Water Access, River / Stream
  • Windsurfing/Sailboarding
Greater Than 10 Miles
  • Airport
  • Amphitheater
  • Aquarium Display
  • Arboretum
  • Ball Field
  • Boating, Power
  • Botanical Garden
  • Car Rentals
  • Field Sports / Activities
  • Fish Hatchery
  • Gardens, Botanical Displ
  • Hiking Difficult
  • Hospital
  • Hunting
  • Kennel
  • Laundry
  • Maintenance, RV/Camper
  • Mall
  • Marina
  • Motel
  • Museum
  • Musical Performances
  • Putt-Putt
  • Putt-Putt Course
  • Sail Boarding
  • Sail Boating
  • Seasonal Festivals
  • Skiing - Water
  • Tennis
  • Tennis Court
  • Theme Park
  • Winery Tours
Special Policy Applicable to this Facility
Indiana DNR Reservation Policies

Facility Rates*
Park Season
Site Type
Nightly/Daily Rates
General Season
Jun 11 2026 -
Jun 11 2027
Youth Tent
$20.00
Tent Only
$33.00-$43.00
Shelter
$30.00-$45.00
Rec Building
$75.00-$80.00
Equestrian Electric
$36.00-$46.00
Electric
$33.00-$43.00
Cabin
$90.00-$110.00

*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

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
41.53576, -86.36087
41°32'9"N, 86°21'39"W

FROM THE NORTH: U.S. 31 SOUTH TO SR 4, WEST TO PARK ENTRANCE. FROM THE SOUTH: U.S. 31 NORTH TO SR 4, WEST TO PARK ENTRANCE. FROM THE EAST: USE EITHER U.S. 6 OR U.S. 30 WEST TO U.S. 31. NORTH TO SR 4 WEST TO PARK ENTRANCE. FROM THE WEST: I-80/90 EAST TO EXIT 72. TAKE 31/20 BYPASS SOUTH. SOUTH ON U.S. 31 TO SR 4. WEST TO PARK ENTRANCE.
Mailing Address:
Potato Creek State Park
25601 State Rd #4
NORTH LIBERTY  IN  46554
Phone Number:
Information:  (574)656-8186
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