Tell City clings to the Ohio River's Indiana-Kentucky border, famed for Swiss heritage and the raucous Schweizerfest. Campers chase river catfish, paddle churning waters, and dive into small-town festivals. Lincoln Ferry Park plants your RV right on the shore for instant access to it all.
Tell City bursts with Swiss pride at Schweizerfest on Main Cross Street each Labor Day weekend: parades march, beer flows, quilts compete. The Ohio River roars past with Cannelton Locks churning boats skyward; fish bass from bluffs or boat to Derby time in Louisville. Hike Ansel Toney Trail in Hoosier National Forest, steps from town, or catch pioneer tales at the Lincoln Amphitheatre under starlit skies.
Lincoln Ferry Park hooks boaters with riverfront pads, ramps, and full hookups amid Perry County's woods. Anglers cast from shore; families grill at pavilions near playgrounds. History buffs park here to pedal to Tell City's canal-era downtown, blending quiet camps with day trips to Patoka Lake.
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Tell City shines for Swiss roots and Schweizerfest, a massive August festival on Main Cross Street. Parades, sausages, and bands draw 25,000 from parades to quilt shows. The Ohio River fuels fishing and boating fame alongside historic locks and Hoosier Forest trails.
Lincoln Ferry Park tops the list right on the Ohio River in Perry County. Full hookups, boat ramp, and waterfront pads sit minutes from downtown Tell City. Families snag shaded sites near playgrounds for easy access to Schweizerfest or forest hikes.
Yes, Lincoln Ferry Park allows pets on leashes throughout sites and trails. Dogs romp near the river or join hikes into Hoosier National Forest five miles away. Owners clean up and respect quiet hours from 10pm to 6am for peaceful stays.