Spring Mill State Park, IN
Description
The park today continues to illustrate how nature shapes us and how we shape our environment. A parcel of virgin timber sits in contrast to regenerated forest, a man-made lake struggles to survive against the in-flow of silt from cave-fed systems, and the native flora and fauna face challenges from man's introduction of new species.
Visitors can explore this story in the park's four interpretive facilities-the Pioneer Village, Nature Center, Grissom Memorial, and Twin Caves Boat Tour-and see it reflected on the landscape as they hike the trails. The interpretive staff also offers a wide variety of public programs, including an extensive special events schedule. Public programs are offered year-round.
Book a Campsite at Spring Mill State Park, IN
*** Some sites may be available only from the campground on a first-come-first-served basis.
Description
Spring Mill State Park offers a powerful illustration of the link between the natural and cultural worlds. The water flowing from several cave springs led to the founding of an industrial village in the early 1800s. Pioneer entrepreneurs took advantage of a constant water source that never froze, using it to power several gristmills, a wool mill, a saw mill, and a distillery. In turn, pioneer settlers shaped the landscape around the village, clearing land for agriculture and timber.
The park today continues to illustrate how nature shapes us and how we shape our environment. A parcel of virgin timber sits in contrast to regenerated forest, a man-made lake struggles to survive against the in-flow of silt from cave-fed systems, and the native flora and fauna face challenges from man's introduction of new species.
Visitors can explore this story in the park's four interpretive facilities-the Pioneer Village, Nature Center, Grissom Memorial, and Twin Caves Boat Tour-and see it reflected on the landscape as they hike the trails. The interpretive staff also offers a wide variety of public programs, including an extensive special events schedule. Public programs are offered year-round.
Electric
Sat Apr 20 2024 - Sat Oct 19 2024Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 6 Month(s) in advance.
Full Hookup
Sat Apr 20 2024 - Sat Oct 19 2024Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 6 Month(s) in advance.
Rec Building
Sun Apr 21 2024 - Sat Apr 19 2025Reservations must be made 2 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 12 Month(s) in advance.
Shelter
Sun Apr 21 2024 - Sat Apr 19 2025Reservations must be made 2 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 12 Month(s) in advance.
Tent Only
Sat Apr 20 2024 - Sat Oct 19 2024Reservations can be made for today and can be made up to 6 Month(s) in advance.
Youth Tent
Sat Apr 20 2024 - Sat Oct 19 2024Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 6 Month(s) in advance.
- Archeology Programs
- Art & Museum
- Bird Watching
- Camping, Improved Site
- Cash Machine/Atm
- Catering
- Comfort Station
- Convenience Store
- Cultural Sites / Exhibits
- Dining
- Dump Station
- Dump Station, Camper
- Field Sports / Activities
- Fire Rings
- Fishing Lake
- Fishing Pier
- Frost Free Water Hydrant
- Grills
- Grocery Store
- Hiking
- Hiking Difficult
- Hiking Moderate
- Hiking Trail
- History Programs
- Interpretive Display
- Jogging/Running
- Lifeguards (Seasonal)
- Meeting Space
- Museum
- Nature Center
- Nature Programs
- Nature Study
- Parking
- Pay Telephone
- Photography
- Picnic Area
- Picnic Shelter
- Picnic Tables
- Picnicking
- Playground
- Restaurant
- Restrooms
- Seasonal Festivals
- Swimming - Pool
- Telephone
- Toilet, Pit/Vault
- Trails, Mountain Bike
- Volleyball
- Walking
- Water Drinking
- Wildflower Viewing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Antiquing
- Area Attraction
- Fishing, River/Stream
- Propane
- Water Access, River / Stream
- Airport
- Fruit / Produce Picking
- Golfing
- Winery Tours
- Emergency Services
- Fishing Reservoir
- Hunting
- Scenic Driving Routes
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Swimming - Reservoir
Facility Rates*
Apr 19 2024 -
Apr 19 2025
*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
38.72801, -86.41385
38°43'41"N, 86°24'50"W
From the North: SR 37 South to SR 60 East to park entrance. From the South: SR 37 North to SR 60 East to park entrance. From the East: From I-65 exit 29 (Scottsburg), take SR 56 West to SR 60 West to park entrance. From the West: SR 60 East to park entrance.