About Mounds State Park
Mounds State Park sits 40 miles northeast of Indianapolis in Anderson, Indiana. The park preserves 10 prehistoric earthworks built by the Adena and Hopewell cultures.
Mounds State Park offers 75 electric campsites for tents, trailers, and RVs up to 40 feet. Sites 1-75 provide 30-amp and 50-amp electrical service. A shared water spigot sits centrally in each camping loop.
The park's 10 hiking trails range from 0.3 to 1.7 miles. Trails pass by the earthworks and along the White River. Ranger-led programs run on weekends from May to September.
The campground operates from April 1 through October 31. Loop A offers reduced winter camping from November 1 to March 31. Quiet hours run from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM daily.
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What Amenities Does Mounds State Park Offer?
Mounds State Park provides two modern shower houses with flush toilets, a camp store, and a dump station. The park offers 10 hiking trails totaling 5.5 miles, a nature center, and multiple picnic shelters. A playground is located near the swimming pool, which is open Memorial Day through Labor Day for a separate admission fee.
What Are the Rates at Mounds State Park?
Non-premium electric sites cost $23.00 per night for Indiana residents and $33.00 per night for non-residents. Premium electric sites with river views cost $28.00 per night for residents and $38.00 for non-residents. A $5.00 per night discount applies Sunday through Thursday. Entrance fees are separate: $7.00 per in-state vehicle and $9.00 per out-of-state vehicle.
What Are the Check-In Rules at Mounds State Park?
Reservations are required and can be made up to six months in advance via ReserveAmerica or by calling 1-866-622-6746. The maximum stay is 14 nights in a 30-day period. Check-in is at 2:00 PM; check-out is at 1:00 PM. Cancellations made 48 hours before arrival incur a $5.00 fee; cancellations within 48 hours forfeit the first night's fee.
Where Is Mounds State Park Located?
What Attractions Are Near Mounds State Park?
Anderson is 3.5 miles from the park and has grocery stores, pharmacies, and hospitals. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is 40 miles southwest. The Mounds Mall in Anderson is 4.2 miles away. Mounds State Park is 5.7 miles from Community Hospital Anderson.
What Activities Are Available at Mounds State Park?
The park's 10 hiking trails range from 0.3 to 1.7 miles and pass by the earthworks and along the White River. Ranger-led programs are offered on weekends from May to September. Fishing is permitted in the White River with a valid Indiana fishing license. The seasonal swimming pool is open from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM daily in summer.
What Is the Atmosphere Like at Mounds State Park?
The campground is family-oriented and often fills on weekends from May to October. Sites are moderately spaced with tree cover. The park attracts history enthusiasts, hikers, and local campers. It is a state park, not a gated resort community.
Are Pets Allowed at Mounds State Park?
Pets are allowed in the campground but must be kept on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Pets are not permitted inside park buildings, the swimming pool area, or the nature center. A maximum of two pets per site is allowed.
