Turkey Run State Park offers a variety of picnic and camping options for visitors looking to enjoy the great outdoors. From reservable shelter houses with grills and electricity to electric campsites with modern amenities, the park provides a range of options to suit different needs and preferences.
Picnic Areas
Picnic Tables and Grills
Throughout the park, you’ll find shady picnic areas with tables and charcoal grills available on a first-come, first-served basis. These picnic spots are located near the Saddle Barn, ball courts, and shelter houses, providing convenient access to these recreational facilities.
Reservable Shelter Houses
Turkey Run State Park has five reservable shelter houses that are open from 9 am to 11 pm. These covered, non-enclosed buildings come equipped with electricity, picnic tables, grills, drinking water, and a parking spur. Some shelters even include a fire ring, playground, and/or restrooms. Reservations can be made up to one year in advance by calling toll-free 1-866-6-CAMP-IN or online.
Camping
Electric Campsites
The Turkey Run State Park Campground features 213 electric (Class A) campsites, 6 of which are wheelchair accessible. These modern sites include electrical hookup, picnic table, fire ring, parking spur, and drinking water supply in the area. Campers also have access to modern restrooms and showers.
Youth Tent Camp
For groups of 10 or more with campers under 21 years and their adult leaders, the park offers two Youth Tent Camps. These campsites include fire rings, picnic tables, pit toilets, and a drinking water supply near the campground.
Camp Store
During peak seasons, the camp store is open to supply campers with food, firewood, and other camping necessities.
Camping Reservations
Reservations for campsites can be made up to 6 months in advance by calling 1-866-6CAMP-IN or online. A non-refundable transaction fee of $5 is charged for each new advance reservation made online or by phone.
Rules and Regulations
Firewood
Firewood is available for purchase at the camp store. Gathering firewood from the forest is not allowed.
Food and Trash Disposal
While there are no specific rules mentioned for food and trash disposal, it is generally recommended to follow the park’s rules and regulations for proper waste management.
Cost and Timings
Picnic Shelter Reservations
The cost of picnic shelter reservations varies from $40 to $50 per day, depending on the shelter and date.
Camping Rates
Electric campsites cost $23 Sunday-Wednesday, $30 Thursday-Saturday, and $33 on holiday weekends. Youth Tent Camps cost $20 minimum anytime, with additional people charged $2 each.
Campground Hours
The camp store is open from 10 am to 8:30 pm Monday-Thursday and 10 am to 9 pm Friday-Saturday during peak seasons.
Contact Information
- Phone Number: 765-597-2635
- Website: www.turkeyrunstatepark.com
- Address: 8121 E. Park Road, Marshall, IN 47859
References
- https://indianastateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/turkey-run-state-park/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=IN&parkId=570032
- https://www.turkeyrunstatepark.com/turkey-run-state-park-shelter-houses/
- https://www.in.gov/dnr/state-parks/parks-lakes/turkey-run-state-park/
- https://www.turkeyrunstatepark.com/turkey-run-camping/
- https://www.turkeyrunstatepark.com/