Camp Atterbury

Camp Atterbury is a military installation in south-central Indiana covering thousands of acres with diverse training grounds, shooting ranges, and practice areas for combat operations. The facility provides extensive infrastructure for realistic field training with a wide range of operational scenarios.

The installation was founded in 1942 as a training center during World War II and initially served to train soldiers. Later it also functioned as a prisoner of war camp for captured service members from multiple nations.

The Indiana National Guard facility carries the motto 'Preparamus' and functions as the National Emergency Services Academy, training both military personnel and civilians.

The installation is located in south-central Indiana and is easily reached from Interstate 65, about an hour south of Indianapolis between two larger towns. Visitors should clarify access permissions beforehand, as certain areas may have restrictions.

The Bowden Drop Zone is one of the longest personnel jump zones east of the Mississippi River and is regularly used for airborne operations. This feature makes the site an important training location for aerial operations in the region.

Location: Bartholomew County

Inception: 1941

Operator: Indiana National Guard

GPS coordinates: 39.29028,-86.04056

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:59