German Ridge Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Nearest dump station
- Branchville Dump Station · 13.7 mi
- Coordinates
- 37.9551, -86.5812
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
German Ridge Campground is a primitive campground with 20 sites, vault toilets, fire rings, non-potable water, picnic tables, high lines, and hitching racks. The campground is designed for horse camping, however, any national forest visitor is welcome to camp there. Over 25 miles of trails are available for hiking, mountain biking and horse riding. Trail use permits required for horse and bicycle use on designated trails.
From the USFS.
Is German Ridge Campground free?
No. German Ridge Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to German Ridge Campground?
German Ridge Campground is at 37.9551, -86.5812. We do not hold written directions for this one, so navigate to the coordinates.
What are the rules at German Ridge Campground?
No camping in excess of 14 days in a 28 day period and more than 28 days in a calendar year
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
