Gov. Mike Braun and the DNR recently released plans for the new campground at McCormick’s Creek State Park, which will feature a larger campground footprint and expanded campsites designed to better serve today’s campers and enhance the visitor experience.
In March 2023, a deadly EF-3 tornado directly struck McCormick’s Creek State Park, destroying the park’s campground and toppling most of the surrounding trees. After extensive debris removal and site cleanup, the area is now prepared for construction of the new campground.
The new campground design includes 192 modern campsites across 65 acres, each with a full hookup to electricity, water, and sewer. The modern campsites will measure approximately 32 by 40 feet, offering more space than the original sites and providing room for larger recreational vehicles. In addition, 32 primitive campsites will remain available for tent camping, and the existing group camps will continue to be available to rent.
As part of the project, a new gatehouse and camp store will be constructed, along with three new comfort stations and playgrounds located near each building. The plan also includes substantial tree planting and landscaping to help restore the natural character of the campground area.
