New Campground Planned for McCormick’s Creek State Park Following Tornado Damage
A new campground is planned for McCormick's Creek State Park in Spencer, Indiana, more than three years after a deadly tornado destroyed its previous campground. Governor Mike Braun's office announced the plans with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
Indianapolis, IN, September 21, 2026 —
McCormick’s Creek State Park in Spencer, Indiana, is set to receive a new campground, according to an announcement made by Governor Mike Braun’s office and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. This development comes more than three years after a destructive tornado obliterated the park’s previous camping facilities.
The plans for the new campground signify a step towards restoring amenities at the popular state park, which suffered significant damage from the severe weather event. The tornado that struck the area destroyed the original campground, necessitating a rebuilding effort. The timeline for when the previous campground was destroyed is stated as more than three years prior to this announcement.
Specific details regarding the construction timeline, design of the new campground, or the exact date of the announcement were not immediately available. The Indiana Department of Natural Resources will oversee the project in conjunction with Governor Braun’s office. Further information is expected to be released as planning progresses.
Story summarized from the original created by David Gay on fox59.com, see more information here.
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