Indian-Celina Recreation Area

Just got home from a trip to Indian Celina with my husband and three kids (ages 4,3 & 1). We just bought our first camper so this was our first trip as a family (usually we go with 4 other campers). We’ve never been to this campground before and it was really nice. We stayed at site 13 which was a nice spacious lot. The trail to the bathhouse went through another site which was vacant so it wasn’t a big deal; however, if it was taken it would be a bit awkward walking through their site. The kids got a little bored because there wasn’t a playground; however, there were two swings my two oldest were able to use (next to the bathhouse) We went hiking Saturday and the trails were really nice. If you’re taking a stroller make sure it’s a jogging type stroller or one that’s easy to maneuver. My 3&4 year old boys did great on the trails and loved it! The sites are all pretty secluded with trails to the bath house. We really liked the secluded atmosphere. We usually camp with 4 other campers, with that said the spaces were pretty spread out so getting campers together (like we’re used to) was a little different if we’re going to go in a big group. We made several laps around our loop which kept my kids entertained. The bath house is very nice! There’s also restrooms (outhouses) around the sites that were really nice as well! The staff was always friendly and informative! We also had a raccoon friend that came and visited every night! We would be sitting right under the awning and he came right up to the steps (where our trash can was located) make sure you close up or put trash away and out of reach of those little pests. We will definitely be back, maybe as an adult only camping trip though.

Thanks for a great weekend!

We went out with our first time “ Time Out Motorcycle Camper “, around October month.

First time camping there. Learned from fell campers of how to pay for our stay. Money in the tube deal. They were helpful since they were no one at the office. I guess it was close due to winter months and COVID-19 time.

But other than that the camping was clean fun with our pet.

Camp sight was large!. Out house near,, Fire wood was free at that time, but we had to fetch for it in the woods, that has been cut. Mostly pine wood. Campsites was far apart!.

I give it a 4 star because there is no firewood near by and lack of information where to pay at.

Other then that it was enjoyable!..

The area itself was gorgeous. The park is clean and very well maintained. The nightly rates are affordable and worth it! You can buy firewood at the park entrance for $8 a bundle, as well as ice for $3 a bag. I don't suggest the ice tho, it is a tiny bag and the gas station a few miles down the road has huge bags for $5. Clean bathrooms! The campgrounds are perfect for a weekend away. We spent the weekend in one of the north slope spots and it was great. A lot of the camp sights are wheelchair friendly which is a bonus. We got a spot right next to a bath house and not only was it clean, the tp was thick! I also want to note that the park management and staff were so kind and helpful. Overall my family had a wonderful experience and we will FOR SURE be back again soon!!

*Important note*

There was poison ivy EVERYWHERE around our camping spot. So if you're even remotely allergic or reactive to it, make sure you check your surroundings or ask for a site that has less wodded area.