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Lazy L Lake Campground
112 sites · RVs, Tents140 acres · West Terre Haute, Vigo
Come stay with Lazy L Lake Campground, a beautiful privately owned 140 acre campground with 75 acre private lake. We have a boat ramp and the lake is a no wake zone, driving around at idle speeds. People enjoy camping, fishing, swimming, and relaxation.
We have kayak, paddle boards, canoes, and hydro bike rentals available.
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Heritage Farm Stay Adventure
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents120 acres · Flora, Howard
Enjoy a stay at Heritage Farm and experience all the exhilaration that an Indiana farm has to offer. Heritage Farm is a working alpaca farm with over 50 alpacas you can watch and interact with. Also residing on the farm are a flock of chickens, several goats and a horse. The newest addition to the farm is a pain of small breed Kune Kune pigs! If you want to, you can help with the daily chores of feeding the animals and collecting eggs. After that, you can explore the big red barn that was selected as one of the top-ten Bicentennial barns in the state. Roam around the 120 acre homestead, woods and creek and soak in the sights, sounds and smells of the farm. Be sure to visit our farm store before you leave where you can shop for alpaca products such as sweaters, hats, mittens and scarves. Pick up some honey made from bees on our farm or some farm fresh eggs from our flock of pastured chickens!
Heritage Farm has several options for overnight lodging. One of the most popular places to stay is in our authentic 1850's log cabin. And it's certainly special to us as well. The cabin represents a valued part of our heritage. It reminds us every day of our agricultural roots, solid values and the importance of faith and family.
Our Philosophy
You want to have a wonderful stay at Heritage Farm and we want that for you too. This is your retreat for however long you are staying and we hope you'll be relaxed, comfortable and happy.
Our Faith
Our Christian faith is important to us. We have been so richly blessed with this farm and sharing it with others is what God has called us to do. We strive to show God's love to our guests by exceeding their needs and expectations and by inviting them to enjoy his beautiful creation.
We abide by what it says in the Bible in 1 Peter 4:9-10:
"Cheerfully share your home with those who need a place to stay. God has given each of us a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another."
Valuing Our Past, Building for the Future
Our mission at Heritage Farm is to apply that same pioneer spirit and value system to our alpaca business and Farm Stay enterprise. We are dedicated to working hard to provide the best of care to our herd and our overnight guests. I imagine the original occupants of the cabin would have done nothing less.
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Camp NothingMuchHere
21 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Westfield, Hamilton
Camp NothingMuchHere is Westfield Indiana’s first Campground. We are also now Westfield’s FIRST and ONLY Glampground. Advance reservations required. Tents, Travel Trailers under 20 feet in length. Rentals Available: Mini Cabins, Hammock Tents. Weddings, Family Reunions, Corporate Event rental space available.
These are primitive farm field grass sites. Shared amenities available: large shared fire pit, charcoal grill, toilet, shower, outlets. Quiet generators are allowed, but must remain off during quiet time. Wood Wind Golf Course, Carmel, Grand Park Sports Complex, Grand Park Junction, White River, Little Eagle Creek, Zionsville, Indianapolis, Whitestown, Noblesville, Lebanon. Ruoff, LiveNation, Indianapolis Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis Executive Airport, Indianapolis International Airport, Westfield Motor District
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Our age-related booking requirements are listed below:
-Tent/sTrailer/RV Camping: 18+
-Airstream and/or Cabin rentals: 21+
*Max: 6 campers per site
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Blue River Retreat
9 sites · Tents2 acres · Fredericksburg, Crawford
Welcome to our primitive campground on the beautiful Blue River! We have 2 acres of riverfront property at the end of a dead end road at the Crawford/Washington County line. Nice and secluded, we have the perfect place to getaway. There is river access for swimming and fishing or you can rent a canoe or kayak from us for a little paddling around. We provide picnic tables and fire rings. Firewood can be purchased from us for an additional cost. Our grounds are fairly flat with plenty of tree cover. If you enjoy hammock camping, our trees are perfect for that! Wildlife is abundant in the area; deer, otter, eagles, raccoons, and beaver are likely to be seen year round. If you are looking for activities nearby you will find Old Mill Canoe Rental in Fredericksburg (15 min drive), Marengo Cave (15 min drive), Beck's Mill (20 min drive), Buffalo Trace Park (25 min drive), as well as many other attractions in nearby Corydon, Salem, and Paoli.Learn more about this land:Welcome to our primitive campground on the beautiful Blue River! We have 2 acres of riverfront property at the end of a dead end road at the Crawford/Washington County line. Nice and secluded, we have the perfect place to get away. There is river access for swimming and fishing or you can rent a canoe or kayak from us for a little paddling around. We provide picnic tables and fire rings. Firewood can be purchased from us for an additional cost. Our grounds are fairly flat with plenty of tree cover. If you enjoy hammock camping, our trees are perfect for that! Wildlife is abundant in the area; deer, otter, eagles, raccoons, and beaver are likely to be seen year round. If you are looking for activities nearby you will find Old Mill Canoe Rental in Fredericksburg (15 min drive), Marengo Cave (15 min drive), Beck's Mill (20 min drive), Buffalo Trace Park (25 min drive), as well as many other attractions in nearby Corydon, Salem, and Paoli.
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Kayak Starved Rock Campground
32 sites · RVs, Tents42 acres · Ottawa, La Salle
we allow primitive tent camping, tear drop campers, pop up campers. we are right on the illinois river across from Starved Rock State Park. Towering views of St. Peters sandstone bluffs, soaring bald eagles and sandy islands. We are primitive. no water no electric. Just beautiful riverside camping with ultra clean pimped out porta potties that have wipes, underarm spray deodorant, air freshener and hand sanitizer. Please note kayak rentals or guided kayak tours are not included but may be purchased onsite or from our website kayak starved rock campground
KAYAK STARVED ROCK CAMPGROUND Camping Rules
Our Rules are to promote a family friendly and safe camping experience
We reserve the right to evict anyone without refund for improper behavior or failure to observe our rules and regulations.
All Campers must check in/show ID at the KSRC office and sign a waiver and receive a parking pass/wristband. WE DO NOT ALLOW GUESTS! ANYONE ON THE PROPERTY MUST BE REGISTERED AHEAD OF TIME AS A CAMPER AND PAID FOR! All Campers are required to wear wristbands. All vehicles must have a Parking pass on the dashboard. Anyone within camp area must have a wristband on.
You must be 21 y.o. to make a camping reservation. If anyone in the camping reservation is under 21 then someone 20 years older must be present at all times camping with the person(s) under 21
NO GENERATORS!!!!!
NO MUSIC IS TO BE PLAYED THROUGH SPEAKERS AT ANY TIME QUIET HOURS ARE FROM 10PM TO 7AM THAT MEANS NO NOISE WHATSOEVER. Strictly Enforced Vehicular entry/exit is not permitted between these hours. Children should be on campsite by 9:00 pm. If you violate this rule you will be evicted without refund and you will be banned from ever camping again.
IF YOUR CAR DOES NOT HAVE A PARKING PASS IT WILL BE TOWED AT YOUR EXPENSE!
Check-in is at 3:00 pm. Check-out time is 3:00 pm.
Footwear must be worn at all times in the camping area.
The speed limit is 10mph in the campground.
We have Jumbo wood bundles for sale($8) at the front office.
You may not use any wood(>3”diameter) found within the campground for your campfire.
Swimming is prohibited from any beach in the campground. You may wade up to your thighs however, ALL CHILDREN MUST HAVE A LIFE JACKET ON AND BE SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES we do allow well behaved leashed dogs at this campground(please be advised that Eagles can harm small dogs. we are not responsible if your dog inflicts harm/and or injures
Glass containers/bottles of any sort are prohibited in the campground.
Garbage must be bagged and placed into the Dumpster within the Campground upon leaving. If any garbage is left at your site you will be charged a $50 cleaning fee.
No fires permitted except in fire rings.
Absolutely no firearms or fireworks! IF FOUND YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE.
No ATVs, dirt bikes, motorized scooters (battery or gas)
WE are not responsible for damage or theft of your personal belongings. Please leave all valuables at home.
WE DO ALLOW WELL BEHAVED LEASHED DOGS AT THIS LOCATION ONLY 2 DOGS MAX PER CAMPSITE
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Kayak Morris Riverside Tent Campsit
23 sites · Tents10 acres · Morris, Grundy
Enjoy your stay on our sandy wooded shores of the Illinois river. Spend your time kayaking, hiking, biking, fishing, geocaching. Forgot something? Starbucks, Walgreens, jewel and Walmart are only 2 miles away. Stroll 2 blocks away to historic downtown Morris and peruse antique shops specialty stores or take in a cold one at one of the many local watering holes
Kayak Morris Campground Camping Rules
Our Rules are to promote a family friendly and safe camping experience
We reserve the right to evict anyone without refund for improper behavior or failure to observe our rules and regulations.
All Campers must check in/show ID at the Kayak Morris kayak Rental office and sign a waiver and receive a parking pass/wristband. All Campers are required to wear wristbands. All vehicles must have a Parking pass on the dashboard. Anyone within camp area must have a wristband on.
You must be 21 y.o. to make a camping reservation. If anyone in the camping reservation is under 21 then someone 20 years older must be present at all times camping with the person(s) under 21
NO GENERATORS!!!
Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am and is Strictly Enforced Vehicular entry/exit is not permitted between these hours. Children should be on campsite by 9:00 pm. If you violate this rule we may call the police file a report, you will be evicted without refund and you will be banned from ever camping again.
IF YOUR CAR DOES NOT HAVE A PARKING PASS IT WILL BE TOWED AT YOUR EXPENSE!
Check-in is at 3:00 pm. Check-out time is 3:00 pm.
Footwear must be worn at all times in the camping area.
No vehicles may be driven within the area where tents are placed at any time. You must park your vehicle next to the road behind the barriers(which is only steps from your tent.)
The speed limit is 10mph in the campground.
We have Jumbo wood bundles for sale($8) at the front office.
You may not use any wood(>3”diameter) found within the campground for your campfire.
Swimming is prohibited from any beach in the campground. You may wade up to your thighs however, ALL CHILDREN MUST HAVE A LIFE JACKET ON AND BE SUPERVISED AT ALL TIMES
Glass containers/bottles of any sort are prohibited in the campground.
Garbage must be bagged and placed into the Dumpster(opposite campsite #3) within the Campground upon leaving. If any garbage is left at your site you will be charged a $50 cleaning fee.
No fires permitted except in fire rings.
Absolutely no firearms or fireworks! IF FOUND YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE.
No ATVs, dirt bikes, generators, motorized scooters (battery or gas) or trailers in the park.
power boats or jet skis are only allowed in campsites 12 and up.
Dogs are NOT allowed in the Campground or in any rented boat(at this location)
WE are not responsible for damage or theft of your personal belongings. Please leave all valuables at home.
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Walnut Valley Realm
15 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Logansport, Cass
Looking to escape to the great outdoors? Come stay with us and explore one of the largest privately owned certified forest in Indiana. Many of our sites are spread out so far you will feel like you are the only ones here. We have 4 electric sites with the rest primitive. Hope we see you all soon!
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Fuzzy Forest
14 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Leavenworth, Crawford
A secluded wooded area with a clearing for events on top of the hill. We have 2 springs on the property that water flows from year round. Currently we are a primitive campground with no electric. Hiking trails throughout the property are being built. We are a short drive from the Harrison/Crawford State Forest, Blue River, Cave Country Canoes, Marengo Caves and Paoli Peaks. Shuttle service can be arranged for drop off and pick up for canoes/kayaks on different sections of the Blue River.
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Shalom Acres LLC
15 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Winfield, Lincoln
Teresa built Shalom Acres 7 years ago with a dream opening a Party Venue which now seats 100 guests in the Carriage House and 80 guests on the lower level. Each year brings new upgrades now including BnB, Bunkhouse and campsites. Her hope is you enter feeling the peace and tranquility Shalom means and leave refreshed and blessed! Welcome.
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Bubba J's RV Park
13 sites · RVs10 acres · Nason, Jefferson
Welcome to Bubba J's RV Park.
85' + Pull Throughs with FULL hookups - 20/30/50 Amp Electric - year-round water (bring a pressure regulator, our water pressure is great!)- 4" sewer.
Huge clean restrooms (sorry, no showers).
Each site has a picnic table and fire pit (firewood NOT provided so please bring your own).
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Sleeping Bear Retreat
11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · French Lick, Orange
Sleeping Bear Retreat is located on over 60 beautifully wooded acres in scenic French Lick, Indiana.
Whether you are looking for a quiet weekend getaway, a low cost family vacation, or a group stay, we are the place for you. We are pet friendly, as long as the pet is friendly, and on a leash.
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Bachelor Runn Campground
33 sites · RVs, Tents65 acres · Flora, Carroll
At Bachelor Runn Campground we have Bachelor Runn Creek that flows through our property. We have 64.28 acres of wildlife & fabulous views! We have primitive camping & also have full electric cabins. We are also more than just a campground. We separately offer Disc Golf, Putt-Putt, A Driving Range, Have An Event Center, An Arcade Room And More. We also have a small camp store as well as a 7,200 sq ft. Clubhouse that has 24/7 access to showers & restrooms. 7654139000
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