Indian Lake Park

Stayed here one night while passing through on a road trip. We were tent camping with 4 small children. We chose this campground due to having available electric for tents, bathrooms with running water and a shower house. We later found out that there was a beach area which was a nice bonus. However it is down a steep hill and you must park at the top and walk down to the lake. A little challenging for small children. The tent area was a large, shaded space at the very back of the campground and we had it all to ourselves mid-week. The terrain was pretty rocky and had many tree roots sticking up. However there were only 2 electric boxes. Thankfully we brought a 100' extension cord and it barely made it inside our tent. There was also a large amount of vehicle traffic back there which was unusual. There was nothing else back there except for camp sites, so I'm not sure what the traffic was about... even after dark. However after a long, hot sweaty day of traveling, we were ready for a shower. After getting our kids to bed, I went to the shower, only to find out it was coin operated! $1 for approximately 6 minutes. I would have happily paid, but it was nearly 10pm and had no change in our vehicle, forcing me to clean up at the bathroom sink. Just wish I had been notified so I could have prepared myself with coins. This was the first time I have ever seen this at a campground. The shower house (with bathrooms) and water tap were not within a reasonable walking distance from our site. You had to drive to get to both. There was a porta-potty somewhat near the tent sites and fairly clean. The men's bathroom was very dirty, the woman's wasn't super clean but did offer an infant changing table. If we go back to the area, we will likely choose another campground.

Nice, easy to follow trails. Lots of benches and rest areas on the trail. Fun to read plaques on the trail. Lots of space and campsites available. Shelter house available. Nice play equipment. Bathrooms need work. Men's was locked women's was open but all backed up 3 toilets wouldn't flush. Potta potty on site available. Cabins available. Fishing available.

Excellent place for a group outing. Fire pits, restrooms and picnic tables, The lake has canoes for rent.

I've bicycle camped at Indian Lake at Farmington and have also car tent-camped there with my wife. Indian Lake used to be a state park, but it was so close to Lacey-Keosauqua that is was sold to the city of Farmington. Because it's owned by a small town, the park has that rambling, rustic look that a lot of the new state parks have lost. My wife and I like that, since some of the new state parks, although with great facilities, have that "tract home" look, the camping equivalent of a mobile home park. The facility has flush toilets and hot showers, although a bit "rustic." The lake has a walking/bike path around it that my wife and I enjoyed biking. The trail includes educational signs. There is a beach with sand and boat rental opportunities. WiFi is pretty strong there, so my wife can bring her laptop and work some for her consulting business. The town has small-town facilities that include a store and a couple of restaurants. Shimek State Forest is nearby, which I've bicycled and camped in. It's an opportunity to see some forest land which is big enough to not turn around and see the corn and bean fields behind you--although, honestly, you have to make sure you position yourself well. Indian Lake is rural, peaceful, yet it has facilities (including modern RV hookups) that allow for a quiet, old-time camping experience.

Its okay, seen better parks. Its nice to have it close.There's a nice swimming area. Father' s day weekend was full!

The view is beautiful. It has places setup for campers. There are lots of trails to take.

I am a little bias but this is my favorite place on Earth! I will do my best to provide you an enjoyable stay. Our cabins are rustic but clean and inexpensive! We have a swimming beach, a playground, an interactive 2 mile trail and plenty of picnic areas. While our park is dog friendly all dogs must be on a leash and are not allowed to swim in the roped off area or be on the sand beach. There is a $25.00 for pets which is very inexpensive compared to most places. Give us a try!

Close to home, CLEAN, and the park manager is the nicest human to exist. This is a park, you are surrounded by nature. This can mean dust, bugs, even vermin. I will still take my family here and spend time here. It's quiet, with beautiful views.