Camping near Lake Santee
Camp below majestic waterfalls and next to enviable vistas near Lake Santee.
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Backroads Vineyard
2 sites · RVs, Tents19 acres · Laurel, IN
19 acre farm with Winery. We have 2 ponds and small trails in woods. Few fire rings and winery pavillion. Outdoor bathroom with flushing toliet and running water. Picnic table area. Easy access for RVs. 8 min from Metamora 10 min from Haspin acres. 30 min from Brookville lake. Whitewater trails
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Pyramid Point
2 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Connersville, IN
Nestled at the foot of Mounds State Park and Brookville Lake.Learn more about this land:Pull through Campsite with Full hook up.Located 1000ft from Brookville Lake Public Property with Woods, Trails, Hiking, State Hunting and 1500ft from the Egypt Hollow Boat Ramp on Brookville Lake with Boat ramp, swimming, fishing and Water Sports.Site is newly developed with Fresh Gravel and 16x24 Conctete Patio.The Brookville Lake, Mounds SRA and Quakertown SRA16,445 acres - 5,260-acre lakeThe lake property has more than 25 miles of hiking trails, boating opportunities, and nationally known recreational and sport fishing. Two beaches.
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Marick Acres
6 sites · RVs, Tents18 acres · Carthage, IN
What once started in the mid 1800's as a 240 acre sugar maple tree farm is now our little 18 acres of heaven on earth. Our house was built in 1875 and for those who love old houses,
tours can be arranged!
The land is rolling and dotted with flower beds, animals, and beautiful green grass that is mowed weekly.
We are bordered by fields and a cemetery that dates back to the 1800's.
We are neighbors with those who grow crops, raise beef cows, bison, and alpacas.
2 blocks from our driveway is Blue River which offers fishing, kayaking, tubing, and canoeing (if you have your own equipment). Town is 2 minutes away, but there is not much there other than a convenience gas station,
thrift shop, a nic-nac store that still sells penny candy, and an
engine repair shop. "Civilization" is a 30 minute drive to find movies, grocery, shopping, and a public pool. The sky appears to be scattered with diamonds on a clear night and during season the fireflies light the trees up like twinkling lights at Christmas!
Learn more about this land:
We have an 18 acre mini farm, close to a small town and near a river. We have two small ponds that can be fished in during the spring, wildlife, and birds to watch. There are 6 very nice areas for camp sites that allow for privacy and relaxation. Each site has a fire pit and table. We also have just put in a new out house and have a port-a-potty for our campers to use. We are 10 minutes from Interstate 70 and only 30 minutes from Indianapolis. If you are just passing through or arriving late, let us know and we will be happy to have a campfire started for you.
Accommodations can be made for group camping!
We also have a gazebo that can be used for weddings and vow renewals. Officiant on site.
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Carriage House Farm
4 sites · RVs, Tents300 acres · North Bend, OH
We are an Ohio Century Farm located in historic North Bend, Ohio. Single-family owned since 1855, our farm is located only 20 minutes outside of downtown Cincinnati but feels as if you are in the country side. Our campsites are located within a easy 5 minute walk of our on-farm distillery, winery, market, and food truck.
Part of our 300 acre property is part of the conservation easement that makes up the "Oxbow," a migratory bird and waterfowl area that is popular among birdwatchers in the spring and autumn seasons. We have a large eagle population along with a host of other raptors.
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Quiet Creek Valley
4 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Camden, OH
Welcome to our serene oasis in Preble County! Our property features wide-open farmland leading back to a tranquil forested creek, nestled in a valley teeming with wildlife.
Enjoy playing in the creek, exploring the woods, and immersing yourself in nature's beauty.
This property is in a flood plain and you could be moved to higher ground. Feel free to message us if you have questions.
We offer several primitive campsites, allowing you to choose whether to camp solo or with a group.
If you're interested in exploring the farm and trails on the upper half of the property, we would love to show you around.
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Riverfront Camping, White Rock Park
2 sites · Tents45 acres · St Paul, IN
The beautiful Flat Rock River bends around our property and provides an amazing riverfront camping experience. There are two lakes on the property that can be enjoyed by kayaking or fishing. All of our sites are primitive with no water or electric hookups. Campers and RVs are permitted, but they must be self contained.
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Sugar Maple Grove
10 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Brownsville, IN
Nice secluded camp sites with lots
of space and privacy.
fire wood available.
Picnic tables at rv sites 1 & 2
Close to Brookville Lake.
Tent camping and two rv sites that can
fit any size rv, just keep in mind this is
dirt road to dispersed site's so please reservesite
in summer months or walk to site in winter months.
Very scenic private sites
surrounded by nature with fire pits.
Beautiful for any weekend get away.
We have 25 acres with about 3 wooded
acres and about 20 acres of flat grass
Fields plenty of room to hike, just keep
in mind we have one horse that is fenced
In so please close gates back when
you open them.
Att has excellent service at 94mbps download and
11mbps upload, Verizon is good at 36mbps
Download and 5mbps upload.
We have been working hard on
our property to turn it into a
campground for
a few years and this is our first year doing
hip camp. Direction: Please use SR 44 to country road 450 and go north and take a right at 4 way stop on to Springersville Road and we are about a quarter mile down the road on the left. Little yellow house with 3 eastern white pine tree before the driveway.
help us make our campground better.
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The Rusted Plow
23 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Carthage, IN
We live off of a gorgeous winding tree lined road between Knightstown and Carthage. Our property has several options for you to tent camp or we can accommodate large RVs. Electric will be supplied via extension cord and we can provide well water to fill your tank or a hose from our pump for you to use as needed.
We own 10 acres with a pasture of wild flowers, chickens, and several varieties of trees. The surrounding 100 acres along Big Blue River is owned by our family and available for your enjoyment. Kayaking, hiking, bird watching, swimming and just relaxing!
We hope we can be a quiet spot for your travels thru the midwest. We are 30 minutes from Indianapolis, 20 minutes to a gorgeous lake and mountain bike trail and Knightstown has several quaint shops and antique venues for you to enjoy!
Please keep all animals on a leash or contained. We do live in the midst of cornfields and forest where racoons, opossums and our pets live. We have outdoor kitties Reginald is a big gray boy who will try to climb your leg if you stand still long enough! lol Abigail and Toby are our indoor dogs, but they do roam outside during the day. We also have 2 new to our farm rescued Great Pyreneese that are adjusting! They are in an enclosed pen behind our barn and should'nt cause you any trouble. You may hear them barking off and on as they adjust to their new surroundings.
If you need anything please let us know :D We are always ready to make your stay as comfortable as we can!
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Cobbler's Knob
12 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Milton, IN
Looking for a quiet weekend in the country? Passing through central Indiana on your way to another destination? Cobbler's Knob might be the perfect place for you! We offer a peaceful setting on 25 acres with spaces for anyone looking for more privacy to those who'd like to be a little closer to the action of our working farm.
We have large campsites that allow room for RVs, even on the primitive tent sites. Three of our sites offer water and electric hookup. We supply a fire pit for each site and can have firewood stacked and waiting for you upon request. We also have a bathroom with a toilet and sink near all of the campsites.
You are welcome to stay at the farm for the entire stay or if you want to explore the area, we have many nearby attractions including many restaurants, antique stores, bars and wineries, coffee shops, etc. Indiana's oldest family-owned apple orchard, Dougherty Orchards is a must-see and located just a few miles down the road.
If you are looking for a fun, safe, family atmosphere, Cobbler's Knob might just be the place for you!
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Camp Rocky Run
2 sites · RVs6 acres · Eaton, OH
Rocky Run Creek is a tributary to Seven Mile Creek in Preble County, OH
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Small creek near residential area. Choice of wide open spaces, partial or full shade spots available. Short walking trail along the creek line is maintained. 'Rocky Cross' Geocach nearby. Please be aware that if we have had a lot of rain, the creek side spots may be too wet and difficult to get back up the hill with the wet grass. If this is the case, we do have the gravel barn driveway that can accommodate your stay. During peak busy season, the barn drive may have additional guests due to site, weather or general camping conditions. The barn drive offers a view of the creek area about 100 feet away and is about 175 feet from the patio common area. WiFi covering the entire camp and all cellular carriers work great here. 30 Amp electrical in many spots. White tank water fill is available in select locations. Plenty of room for tow vehicle at your camp site.
**Please read the following advisories and restrictions**
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! TRAVEL/ROUTE RESTRICTIONS ! (State Route 127, Northbound)
If traveling here from the South ** on Ohio State Route 127 **, please note the height restrictions on three roads that connect SR 127 with the parallel Wayne Trace Road. The names of the roads to avoid:
Consolidated (Height restriction 9' 9" under the railroad)
Brower (Height restriction 10' 0" over Seven Mile Creek)
7 Mile Road (Height restriction and very sharp turn to bridge)
Please watch what route electronic devices may may pick avoiding these routes.
A suggested route from traveling North on State Route 127 to Camp Rocky Run is to turn in Camden, OH on State Route 725 and head East to Wayne Trace Road.
!! NOTE on RV types !! You must have a self contained RV with on board restroom facilities. We have no restroom facilities available. For this reason, we do not offer tent camping.
!! NOTE on camp fire location !! The fire ring provided on the shared creek side patio is the only spot a camp fire, of any kind, can be built. (Sorry, but we have had too many damaged spots in the grass from the use of 'portable' fire ring units.)
!! NOTE on Class A RVs with towed vehicle !!
If it is too wet to access the creek side spots, we can still accommodate your stay in the nearby barn driveway but if you are unable to back up with the 'toad' then a detach will be required. Again, this is only if it is too wet to access the creek side camp spots. Generally we will be able to help you back in, but at times we may be away and suggest a helper in guiding you into the barn drive. Note, the barn driveway is not a pull through site.
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Little Nashville Bee Company
11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents15 acres · Nashville, IN
Little Nashville Bee Company sits on 14 beautiful acres in the hills Southern Brown County. Enjoy a relaxing day fishing in our small pond, hiking, wildlife watching, stargazing, firefly catching, bonfires, and so much more!
Come visit the farm and stay with us! We have primitive tent camping and RV sites with water hookup (sorry, no electic or septic at this time).
Little Nashville Bee Company is a developing farm that started in 2022. If you're looking for privacy, you won't find a better place in Brown County, Indiana. The farm currently features an apiary, vegetable garden, small orchard, pond, and creek. Fishing is permitted in our pond.
*If you are bringing a large camper or RV please pick Sunshine Daydream or Sugar Magnolia.*The Ripple is about 75 yards into the woods away from the parking space.*Fire on the Mountain and Franklin's Tower are approximately 100 yards uphill. Please be prepared for a hike to Fire on the Mountain and Franklin's Tower. It's worth it! We can assist with getting your gear up the hill with our ATV, but unfortunately, we do not have the resources to move people to the top of the hill.*
Please note: We are an active honeybee farm and bees will be buzzing around. I can not guarentee they will not sting, but I live here full time and have never been stung outside of opening a hive. So please be aware if you are allergic.
We are perfectly situated among the trees with very little light pollution and minutes from all the things that make Brown County, IN a destination for folks from all over the country!
Brown County Music Center: 11 minutes
Brown County State Park: 8 minutes
Hard Truth Distilling Co.: 11 minutes
Bear Wallow Distillery: 10 minutes
Brown County Winery: 10 minutes
Over 200 shops and restaurants in Nashville:: 12 minutes
Brown County Playhouse: 12 minutes
eXplore Brown County: 5 minutes
Yellowwood State Forest: 25 minutes
Bill Monroe Music Park: 19 minutes
Story Inn: 11 minutes
TC Steele State Historic Site: 24 minutes
Tecumseh Tell: 38 minutes
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Away at Green Hill
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents27 acres · Union, KY
Hipcamp Best Camping Runner Up 2023 and 2024!
Spring is here and Summer isn't far behind. Book now and enjoy the privacy and the convience of Away at Green Hill.
Entry point to western Boone County in Northern Kentucky, neighbor to Cincinnati, Indiana and the Ohio River, this 26 acre property marks a geographical change from rolling farmland to steep, forested hillsides. Our end-of-the road, ridgetop property means privacy. Our isolated campsites are surrounded by woods full of turkey, deer, owls, and woodpeckers. Onsite there is wide, easy strolling paths, a growing number of single track hiking trail, open fields, and forest. And if not booked, a historic log home to explore and do some porch sitting. A great place for solo campers, friends and families, whether newbies or experienced. Drive in sites make unloading/loading easy peasey. Onsite firewood for purchase makes the perfect campfire easy as well. Larger groups can also be accommodated including booking the entire site - just message us for details.
Services are limited to space, an exceptional outhouse, tables, fire rings, lanterns, welcome kit (paper, fatwood, lighter, candle).
Boating, kayaking, biking, hiking, museums or lazing about in a tiny riverfront town are all minutes away, The curvy, scenic roads lead quickly out of the paved civilization of Union, Kentucky to us and onto the Rabbit Hash General Store, the Ohio River, the ferry to Indiana, the historic Dinsmore Homestead and State Nature Preserve, Middle Creek Park, and Big Bone State Park "Home to Modern Vertebrate Paleontology". Do nothing or do something.
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Overview
Right in the heart of Indiana is Lake Santee, full of serene waters and natural beauty. After fishing for bass in the 250-acre private lake, set up at family-run campsites in town with views of the water. After a day at the lake, head out of town and explore Brown County's lush woodlands and sweeping vistas via the Ogle Lake Loop. At Versailles State Park, cast a line to catch rainbow trout and bluegill. Clifty Falls State Park beckons with its rugged terrain and iconic waterfalls like Tunnel Falls. Then settle into the natural wonders that surround Lake Santee with more camping options that include spacious RV campsites with electrical hookups and pristine tent campgrounds in shaded groves.
Where to go
Brown County State Park
A scenic hour-and-a-half drive from Lake Santee, Brown County State Park enchants campers with its rolling hills, dense forests, and steep ravines created by glacial water. Embark on hikes along Hesitation Point Trail lead to picturesque vistas of the “Little Smokies.” Or climb the 90-foot Fire Tower for even better views. The park also offers spacious campgrounds equipped with electric and a dump station as well as fire pits, picnic areas, and modern restrooms. Campers may want to plan a visit in fall as the park is known as a “fall color hot spot.”
Versailles State Park
A hidden gem within an hour of Lake Santee, Versailles State Park invites campers to enjoy the natural sights of Indiana’s second largest state park. Go boating and fishing in the shimmering lake, where anglers can reel in rainbow trout and bluegill. Then take a hike or horseback ride along miles of trails. Lookout for local wildlife like herons around the park, but beware of limestone sinkholes as well. On-site campgrounds provide electric hookups and cozy retreats with amenities like clean restrooms and picnic spots for both tents and RVs.
Clifty Falls State Park
Clifty Falls State Park is a captivating destination renowned for its cascading waterfalls like Tunnel Falls and Hoffman Falls. Take the Four Falls Hiking Challenge and keep a lookout for the park’s historic fossils, but collecting them is prohibited. It’s said that the waterfalls are at their peak during winter and spring; however campers can choose from a variety of accommodations year-round, including tent campsites and RV electric hookups, all equipped with modern conveniences like restrooms and potable water.
When to go
Lake Santee and its neighboring state parks offer year-round appeal. Summer temperatures range from 70°F to 85°F, which is ideal for water-based activities. Spring and fall bring vibrant foliage that charm campers during hiking exploration. Winter temperatures range from 20°F to 40°F and are ideal for skiing, snowshoeing, and other winter sports.
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