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Tunnel Mill Reservation

Charlestown, IN 47111, United States

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About This Campsite

Tunnel Mill Reservation

Nestled in historical charm and scenic beauty, Tunnel Mill Reservation is a captivating site that has been welcoming campers and Scouts since 1928. This picturesque location offers a unique blend of outdoor education, history, and the tranquility of nature.

Highlights & Considerations

  • Rich History: Tunnel Mill is renowned for its historical significance. Visitors have the chance to explore the John Works House and the old mill wheel, which are key highlights of this destination.
  • Nature Experience: Surrounded by natural beauty, the camp offers a genuine escape to nature, providing a sense of solitude and peace while still being conveniently close to town.
  • Impactful Programs: The Scout programs offered here have deeply influenced many participants, contributing to their development and creating lasting memories.
  • Facility Considerations: Some reviews highlight issues with maintenance and scheduling, suggesting there might be room for improvement in these areas.

Overall Thoughts: Tunnel Mill Reservation stands out as a landmark of learning and exploration, especially for young Scouts. While its rich history and natural setting are compelling, potential visitors should be prepared for possible coordination and maintenance challenges during their stay. Nonetheless, it remains a cherished spot for many who have camped here over the years.

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Frank McPhillips

09/15/2018

Fantastic camp with great historical facts both in scouting and history in the state and county.

Edward McCarty

07/24/2019

Opened in 1928, Tunnel Mill has always been a great place for young Cub & Boy Scouts to learn more about the outdoors and themselves. The venue is the perfect setting for being close to nature without being too far from town if any odd needs arise on your Scout outing. It helps provide an old-fashioned homey feeling while also still allowing the solitude of nature. The property also has a rich history in the community, hosting one of the state's most splendid historical sites: the John Works House and old mill wheel. The camping and leadership programs offered here have a profound impact on their participants. Like generations of Scouts before me, I can confidently say that my times at Tunnel Mill are some of the most important times of my life.

Frank Glover II

01/23/2022

A wonderful part of Clark County history! The John Works house, near the old Mill site is a literal piece of history. Nearby is the Nine Penny nature preserve, once part of the Works family land.

Jeremy Miller

09/29/2019

With the size and amount of people at the cub-o-ree one would think they would take the time to address some issues. This could have been an awesome place, the lack of coordination, communication, and over all leadership was terrible, everything was done last minute. There was little to no maintenance that has been done on the place in a long time. We had to kick the leaves in the shower over to one corner and when we pulled the curtain it was covered in stink bugs, the pirate ship had holes in the floor.

justin &jaylen

09/25/2022

Need better scheduling and group rotation. Our pack waited at each activity or got turned away due to poor planning. Didn't get to use the shooting range, canoe or bounce house 👎

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