Saddle Lake Recreational Area

The Saddle Lake Recreation Area was one of four that was associated with flood control lakes built along the Middle Fork of the Anderson River. Saddle Lake once had a fully developed recreation area but now has only a primitive campground, a boat ramp for the lake and a hiking trail. This scenic, somewhat remote lake is an excellent place to get away from crowds. The Saddle Lake Recreation Area includes a primitive campground with 13 sites and vault toilets. Each site has a campfire grill established where camp fires must be built. The Saddle Lake Recreation Area is one of the least used of the Hoosier's recreation areas so one that you might most likely have to yourself and see wildlife. The site is deeply wooded and gives the feeling of being tucked in amongst the forest and hills. You will likely see many of the birds and animals that call the forest their home so bring your binoculars and tread softly! Saddle Lake is one of four fishing lakes operated by the Forest Service in this area along State Highway 37. The 41-acre Saddle Lake is said to be an excellent fishing lake for pan fish. It offers shoreline and coves to fish for pan fish. Bring a pole and a pail of bait and spend an enjoyable afternoon. There is no designated swimming beach provided at Saddle Lake.  Indiana state law mandates a person must not swim or allow a child or other person in their care to swim at a location other than a designated beach during designated hours.  We suggest you swim at Tipsaw Beach instead.