Glendale Fish & Wildlife Area
Online reservations will be open 1/12/2026 at 9AM.
Please note that, in alignment with statewide DNR park rate increases, the 2026 Glendale season will reflect updated pricing.
Glendale Campground
Located at Glendale Fish & Wildlife Area on Dogwood Lake
Open Year-Round – Reservations can only be made within season April 1st – November 8thth
Campground Overview
Nestled on the shores of Dogwood Lake within the Glendale Fish & Wildlife Area, Glendale Campground offers a quiet, scenic getaway for campers, anglers, hunters, and paddlers. Whether you’re here for a weekend of fishing or a peaceful evening by the fire, this year-round campground has you covered.
Fishing, Boating & Outdoor Recreation
Dogwood Lake is one of the most popular fishing destinations in southern Indiana. There is a wonderful opportunity to catch a limit of nice crappie, bass, catfish, and a large mess of big bluegills. After spending the day on the lake, come back to your level campsite to relax, cook some magnificent food over the flame, and share stories with family and friends. It is also a peaceful and scenic area for kayaking and canoeing. Boaters do not need a DNR permit, but fisherman are required to have a valid fishing license.
Covering 8,060 acres of land and over 1,400 acres of lakes and impoundments, Glendale FWA is managed for high-quality outdoor recreation including:
– Hunting for dove, turkey, deer, waterfowl, rabbit, and squirrel
– Fall put-and-take pheasant hunts
– A network of wildlife habitats and food plots
Visit the Indiana DNR website for current regulations and seasonal updates.
Seasonal Amenities
While the campground is open year-round, certain amenities are only available from mid-to-late April through November 30, depending on the weather:
– Shower house
– Fish cleaning station
Camping Policies
Reservations & Rates
Making Reservations
– Reservation based only, coming soon
– (Reservations can only be made within season March 21st – November 30th)
– (Off season booking is under a first come first serve basis)
– You must be 18 years or older to make a reservation.
– Reservations include a $3.50 booking fee per site.
– Full payment is required when booking.
– Accepted forms of payment: Cash, Check, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover.
– Each set of dates requires a separate reservation.
– A maximum of 3 sites may be reserved per person per day.
– Reservations are limited to a 2-week stay. After that, campers must leave the park for at least 48 hours before – returning.
– Transferring to a different site is allowed (during original reservation dates); an additional fee may apply if the new site has a higher rate.
– If no reservation is made, campers may check availability online or at the office and reserve that way.
Cancellation Policy
– Reservations must be cancelled 72 hours (3 days) prior to the arrival date to receive a full refund or transfer. (not including the $3.50 reservation fee or convenience fees).
– Any reservation cancelled after 72 hours (3 days) will not be eligible for a refund, credit, or transfer.
– Transfers can only be within the same season as original reservation.
– No refunds or transfers for cancellations made less than 3 days (72 hours) before arrival.
– No-shows or early check-outs forfeit all payments and may not receive a refund or transfer dates.
– If you do not arrive by Noon the day after your scheduled check-in and fail to contact the office, your site will be reopened and all funds forfeited.
Check-In & Check-Out
– Check-in time is 12:00 PM or later.
– All campers must check in at the office to receive two site tags. – If guests do not arrive by the time the office is closed, employees will hang their reservation tag for them.
– Campsites must be renewed or vacated by 12:00 PM on the scheduled day.
– Renewals are subject to availability.
– Late checkouts may incur additional fees.
Vehicles & Parking
Two vehicle passes are issued per campsite.
All vehicles must display a valid tag in the front windshield.
Park only on gravel or in designated parking areas.
Do not block access to facilities (restrooms, dump station, gatehouse).
Vehicles left in restricted areas will be towed at the owner’s expense.
Obey all posted speed limits.
Campsites & Equipment
Each site can have either one camper and two tents or three tents.
One picnic table per site.
Fires must be contained in the provided fire ring—do not move or leave them unattended.
Do not throw trash into fire rings.
Do not remove picnic tables from campsites.
Trash must be placed in dumpsters—do not litter or dump in wooded areas.
Do not discharge gray water onto the ground—use dump stations.
Do not put any metal into trees (e.g., nails, screws, stakes, staples).
Any site requiring cleanup or maintenance may result in additional fees or termination of privileges.
Pets
Pets must always be on a leash or tether.
Pets may not be left unattended in any location or vehicle.
Children & Supervision
Children under 13 must always be accompanied by an adult.
Minors may not stay overnight without a parent or guardian.
Conduct & Courtesy
Respect other campers.
Do not take shortcuts through campsites not occupied by your group.
Please do not feed wildlife.
Violations of rules may result in permanent bans from the park.
The office also serves as a small camp store offering:
– Ice
– Firewood
– Redworms, beemoth, and nightcrawlers
Camping Rates (Per Night, Including Tax)
Rates will be available here soon, visit the “RESERVE NOW!” button to learn more.
Summer Rates
Rates will be available here soon, visit the “RESERVE NOW!” button to learn more.
Holiday Rate Dates (2026)
Memorial Day: 5/23-5/25
Independence Day: 7/3 – 7/5
Labor Day: 9/5 – 9/7
Winter Rates (When Comfort Station is Closed)
Rates will be available here soon, visit the “RESERVE NOW!” button to learn more.
