The following alerts may include road construction advisories, blue-green algae information, park and trail closures, and other notices. Check with the property office for the latest updates.
Several DNR properties may experience high use. Some may reach parking capacity for day use on busy weekends, and close gates or only admit vehicles when others leave. For real-time information, follow Indiana State Parks on Twitter (@INDNRstateparks) or Facebook (@INdnrstateparksandreservoirs). You may also wish to follow your favorite property on Facebook. View a list of DNR social media accounts.
Blue-green algae
Blue-green algae is found in our lakes year-round. Under certain conditions, cells can reproduce in large numbers and can result in a harmful algal bloom (HAB). We test many of our beaches where people use the water in the summer, but HABs may occur in other seasons, too. Watch for algae accumulation, avoid drinking or cooking with lake water, and do not allow children or pets to swim where algae accumulation is present. For more information, visit algae.IN.gov or the DNR's web page on blue-green algae.
- Brookville Lake Alerts (2)
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- BLACK VULTURES: Birds may do damage to your vehicle. Learn how.
- Brown County State Park Alerts (3)
- HORSEMEN'S CAMPGROUND CLOSURE 5/18/2025: Following storms at Brown County State Park, the Horsemen's Campground and all horse trails are closed for an undetermined time. View a video of the damage. The rest of the park, including saddle barn which offers guided rides on designated trails that were not impacted by the storms, remains OPEN. North and west gates are open. Please check back for further updates.
- OVERSIZED AND HEAVY VEHICLES USE WEST GATE: All RVs and vehicles towing trailers MUST use the park's west entrance on State Road 46 two miles west of Nashville, Indiana. The park's north entrance east of Nashville has a historic covered bridge with a 9-foot height clearance and 3-ton weight limit. Oversized vehicles cannot use the north entrance.
- GPS DIRECTIONS MAY BE INCORRECT: Visitors and campground users should note that GPS directions may not always send you to the correct entrances.
- Cagles Mill Lake (Lieber SRA) Alerts (1)
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- Cecil M. Harden Lake (Raccoon SRA) Alerts (2)
- PARKE COUNTY BURN BAN 9-29-2025: Effective immediately, due to extremely dry conditions, Parke County has issued a burn ban until further notice. Small campfires within contained fire rings and the use of propane/charcoal grills are still allowed at Raccoon Lake but must be closely watched and fully extinguished when you are finished using them. Have water available nearby to use as needed. Please check back for updates. For the most current burn ban info from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, please view this map.
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- Chain O' Lakes State Park Alerts (1)
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- Charlestown State Park Alerts (1)
- CAMPGROUND AND RIVER ACCESS CLOSURES: From Nov. 7, 2025, until March 1, 2026, the campground will be closed for drainage and asphalt repairs. There will be no camping available during this closure. In addition, the Ohio River boat ramp and portions of the main park road will be closed for drainage and asphalt repairs. The main park road will be closed just past the Rose Island intersection, and no traffic will be allowed to the river during this time. The park is still open for day visits. You can find nearby camping at Deam Lake SRA or Clifty Falls State Park.
- Clifty Falls State Park Alerts (2)
- TRAFFIC ALERT: There is a temporary one-lane traffic pattern at the south entrance of Clifty Falls State Park and the 1200 block of W. Main Street. Temporary signals will manage traffic at each end of the closure. The project started Aug. 25 and is expected to last about six weeks, but signals will be removed sooner if not needed. Thank you for your patience.
- Brough’s Tunnel Closed: Due to an early spring rockslide and the possibility of additional large rocks falling near the entrance, the tunnel is closed for an indefinite period of time. The park is evaluating how to mitigate any future rockslides, with the intention of opening the tunnel in the future. Trail 5 remains open, but please avoid both tunnel entrances.
- Deam Lake Alerts (2)
- SHOWER/RESTROOM BUILDING #2 CLOSED: Comfort Station 2 (serves Section E in the family campground) is CLOSED until further notice due to long-term foundational repairs that are needed. There are other modern showers/restrooms in the area that can serve the family campground, however, they are a little farther away from some campsites. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please check back for updates.
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- Falls of the Ohio Alerts (0)
- None at this time.
- Fort Harrison State Park Alerts (0)
- None at this time.
- Hardy Lake Alerts (4)
- CAMPGROUND CLOSED: Beginning Nov. 10, Hardy Lake campsites will be closed for approximately 30 days due to a sewer repair project. We apologize for the inconvenience. We will re-open the campground as soon as the project is completed. Please check back for updates.
- BOAT RAMPS: Hardy Lake boat ramps may be closed due to water levels. Please call the park office for the most recent status at 812-794-3800.
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- MARINA FUELING: Due to issues with the fuel system, the Hardy Lake marina will no longer provide fuel for sale. Because there is no other fuel for sale on the lake, watercraft operators must be self-contained and/or bring their own fuel if needed. We apologize for the inconvenience.
- Harmonie State Park Alerts (1)
- POOL CLOSURE: The swimming pool has permanently closed. Read details.
- Indiana Dunes State Park Alerts (1)
- Swimming is not permitted Monday-Friday, beginning August 11, 2025. Swimming will be permitted on weekends, through Labor Day, when lifeguards are present.
- Interlake Off-Road State Recreation Area Alerts (0)
- None at this time.
- Lincoln State Park Alerts (2)
- LAKE LINCOLN CLOSURE: Lake Lincoln will close July 7, 2025 and drained in preparation for dam repairs. More information.
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- McCormick's Creek State Park Alerts (2)
- PARK OPEN: The park, nature center, Canyon Inn, cabins, most shelters, and some trails for hiking are open and operating. The campground and some park trails remain closed due to the March 31, 2023 tornado damage.See details and read about recovery efforts.
- SADDLE BARN CLOSED: The saddle barn will be closed during the 2025 season for pasture restoration and barn maintenance.
- Mississinewa Lake Alerts (2)
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- ROAD CLOSURE: The Old Frances Slocum Trail is closed from south of Mississinewa’s Miami State Recreation Area (SRA) to near the entrance to Red Bridge SRA. County Roads S 700W and W 800S on the north side of Mississinewa Lake near Frances Slocum SRA are closed as well. Map of closure area.
- Monroe Lake Alerts (2)
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- BLACK VULTURES: Birds may damage your vehicle. Learn how.
- Mounds State Park (0)
- None at this time.
- O'Bannon Woods State Park Alerts (1)
- STAGESTOP CAMPGROUND AND CANOE ACCESS RAMP CLOSED: Contact the office with questions.
- Ouabache State Park Alerts (2)
- Wonderland of Lights: Due to the annual Wonderland of Lights event, the fire tower and campsites 1-75 will be closed from Nov. 8, 2025 - Feb. 1, 2026. Thank you for your patience.
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- Patoka Lake Alerts (2)
- PUBLIC ACCESS CLOSURE: Patoka Tail Waters will be temporarily closed due to the increased discharge of dam water. Once levels reduce to typical summer/ winter pool, the site will be reopened.
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- Pokagon and Trine Alerts (1)
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- Potato Creek State Park Alerts (1)
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- Prophetstown State Park Alerts (2)
- WRONG DIRECTIONS: Many mapping services (including Google Maps, MapQuest, and Apple Maps) provide incorrect driving directions to the park. Use Exit 178/S.R. 43 north of Lafayette to access the park. Do not use S.R. 225. There is no park entrance, and the road has a one-lane bridge with a weight restriction.
- STATE ROAD 225 BRIDGE CLOSURE: There is NO access from old S.R. 25 onto S.R. 225. The S.R. 225 bridge is closed until late 2025. The park’s visitors center can only be accessed off S.R. 225 (through Battle Ground). Also, there is NO access to the park itself off of S.R. 225
- Redbird Off-Road State Recreation Area Alerts (0)
- None at this time.
- Salamonie Lake Alerts (2)
- WABASH COUNTY BURN BAN 10-5-2025: Effective immediately, due to extremely dry conditions, Wabash County has issued a burn ban until further notice. Small campfires within contained fire rings and the use of propane/charcoal grills are still allowed at Salamonie Lake but must be closely watched and fully extinguished when you are finished using them. Have water available nearby to use as needed. Please check back for updates. For the most current burn ban info from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, please view this map.
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- Shades State Park Alerts (1)
- PARTIAL TRAIL CLOSURE: The northern portion of Trail 7 is closed due to damaged trail structures. Visitors may still use the south portion of Trail 7 to reach Trail 8.
- Shakamak State Park Alerts (1)
- LARGE SLIDE CLOSED: Shakamak State Park’s pool, small slide, and diving board will all open for the 2025 pool season, but the large slide will not be available this summer.
- Spring Mill State Park Alerts (1)
- DONALDSON SHELTER CLOSED: The Donaldson Shelter was removed due to significant damage sustained during a tornado on March 31, 2023.
- Starve Hollow SRA Alerts (2)
- STARVE HOLLOW LAKE LEVEL: Starve Hollow State Recreation Area will lower Starve Hollow Lake to conduct beach maintenance this fall and winter. The lake will be gradually lowered an estimated 4-5 feet beginning at the end of October. While the lake remains open for use, water levels may impact boat ramps and make launching or removing a boat difficult. Boat ramps may close due to low water level. Once maintenance is completed, the lake will be refilled by natural process. Please check back here or on Facebook for updates.
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- Summit Lake State Park Alerts (1)
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- Tippecanoe River State Park (0)
- None at this time.
- Turkey Run State Park Alerts (2)
- PARKE COUNTY BURN BAN 9-29-2025: Effective immediately, due to extremely dry conditions, Parke County has issued a burn ban until further notice. Small campfires within contained fire rings and the use of propane/charcoal grills are still allowed at Turkey Run State Park but must be closely watched and fully extinguished when you are finished using them. Have water available nearby to use as needed. Please check back for updates. For the most current burn ban info from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, please view this map.
- TRAIL CLOSURE 6/17/25: Trail 9 is closed after a section of the trail was washed out from flooding. For most up-to-date information on trails, please check Turkey Run State Park's Facebook page.
- Versailles State Park Alerts (1)
- IMPORTANT NOTICE: Two culverts will be replaced at Versailles this winter. The culverts are located under the road that leads to the horse and family campgrounds, youth tent area, and horse day-use areas. The project will require road closures for up to three weeks sometime between Dec. 8, 2025, and March 1, 2026. This winter, the campsites will be left in a walk-in only status due to the uncertainty of timing for the road closures. Please call ahead during those dates to ask about access to the campground before your arrival. Check back here or on Facebook for updates.
- Whitewater State Park Alerts (2)
- BLUE-GREEN ALGAE: Found in lakes year round. Don't drink the water. Shower after you swim. More information.
- Black Vultures: Birds may damage your vehicle. Learn how.