Much of the project lands and waters owned by the US Army Corps of Engineers at Cecil M. Harden Lake are leased to the Indiana Department of Natural Resources to manage for recreation and fish and wildlife. At locations managed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, many recreational opportunities and amenities are provided such as: modern and primitive camping sites, youth tent areas, hiking & biking trails, a swim beach, five boat launching ramps, fishing access, public hunting grounds, an archery range, several reservable shelters, as well as a catalogue of interpretive naturalist programs and services. For an exhaustive list of offerings and amenities available, please visit the Indiana Department of Natural Resources website for Cecil M. Harden Lake / Raccoon State Recreation Area.