Reviews

Jason Gabos

A new happy place. MTB trails are some of the best. Hiking the Waterloo Pinkney trail was gorgeous. Great camping, near Chelsea. I'll be back a few times a year.

Ray

We came just after the season ended, so the beach was closed and the picnic tables were stored at the Portage Lake area, but the nature was gorgeous, everything but the (privately owned) vending machines was well maintained. We're definitely planning a return trip! The disc golf course could use a bit of variety though. Every hole is a tunnel through the forest with a dogleg to the basket, the only differences being the width of the tunnel and the severity and direction of the dogleg.

Lon Schafer

We camped at Sugarloaf Lake Modern Campground. Great campsites. I didn't catch any BIG fish but had a blast catching more little blue gills than I could count.

Paul Tyler

My wife and I have been camping here for years. The spots are either grassy or paved. They have some pull through, but most are back in. The beach is amazing. The bathrooms were clean. The office has firewood, and ice for sale. The workers are friendly and helpful. Would like to mention the Host Blake did an amazing job! Definitely stop by and see! Very close to my home.

Glen W.

Very nice with 2 camping areas. Open year round but only on weekends in winter. Beauty trail system and nice sand beach on a fully recreation lake. Boat slip and canoes available. Bathrooms and showers top notch. Check out the site but you can't go wrong staying here.

Madiraju Saisantosh Vamshi Harsha

Waterloo Recreation Area is a hidden gem for anyone who loves the outdoors! With miles of scenic trails, peaceful lakes, and beautiful forests, it’s perfect for hiking, biking, camping, or just escaping into nature for a while. I especially loved the trails around Green Lake—great views and very well-maintained. The area is massive, so there’s always something new to explore, from quiet picnic spots to challenging hikes. Great for families, solo adventurers, or a relaxing weekend getaway. Highly recommend bringing bug spray and checking the maps ahead of time—it’s easy to get pleasantly lost!

Valerie Lake

Went here specifically to see the Black Spruce Kettle Bog - It is magical! We're outdoorsy folk, and are considering another trip (from Indiana) when we can see different plants and critters, later in the season. One tip: Use the EDDY DISCOVERY CENTER ADDRESS to find it!

Josh Gilbert

Great little fishing pier, water is kind of shallow and water was still super cold, didn't get any bites!

Michael Dougherty

Lovely campground although the sites are not the most level. The lake is beautiful, the play area for the kids is great, and the boat launch is nice and has ample parking.