The best campgrounds near Bedford, Indiana with swimming

Welcome to Hipcamp, the ultimate destination for camping enthusiasts! If you're looking for a camping experience near Bedford, Indiana with swimming as your preferences, you're in luck. With over 290 options available, you'll have no trouble finding the perfect spot to cool off and relax. Some of the top campsites in the area include Hones Pointe (352 reviews), Hoosier's on the Ridge (70 reviews), and MoonLight Grove Farm (67 reviews). At an average price of $30 per night, and options as low as $10 per night, there's something for every budget. Popular amenities like potable water, showers, and pet-friendly accommodations are available, and you'll have plenty of activities to choose from, including paddling, biking, and wind sports. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience near Bedford, Indiana!

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The huge pine trees provide ample shade for tent and RV campers.

Welcome to Hipcamp, the ultimate destination for camping enthusiasts! If you're looking for a camping experience near Bedford, Indiana with swimming as your preferences, you're in luck. With over 290 options available, you'll have no trouble finding the perfect spot to cool off and relax. Some of the top campsites in the area include Hones Pointe (352 reviews), Hoosier's on the Ridge (70 reviews), and MoonLight Grove Farm (67 reviews). At an average price of $30 per night, and options as low as $10 per night, there's something for every budget. Popular amenities like potable water, showers, and pet-friendly accommodations are available, and you'll have plenty of activities to choose from, including paddling, biking, and wind sports. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience near Bedford, Indiana!

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1. Unplugged Acres

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42mi from Bedford · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Birdseye, IN

TWO SPOTS TO CHOOSE FROM…… The camping spot we refer to as the NORTHSIDE SPOT is a flat yard atop a hill it makes for a great spot to park your RV, camper, tent or boat. This grass camping spot is always mowed and clean. Two large pine trees provide some shade for this northside camping spot. You can enjoy nearly panoramic views of the night sky! This spot is alongside a country road. It is considered less private than the SOUTH SIDE SPOT. The SOUTH SIDE CAMPING SPOT, is for tent campers only with a smaller vehicle. It is very private and completely surrounded by woods. This spot can accommodate two tents and one or two cars. There is no view of the night sky since you are in a dense forest. Patoka lake is less than 10 minutes away ( boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, biking). Holiday World ( an amusement park) is about 30 minutes away.

2. Nighthawk Forest

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27mi from Bedford · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Paoli, IN

Nestled deep in Hoosier National Forest and just a short drive from Paoli and French Lick, Indiana, Nighthawk Forest offers a secluded and pristine outdoor experience for all camping enthusiasts! Situated on 65 hilly and wooded acres, Nighthawk Forest features well-groomed tent pads, water and electric hookups for RVs and even vintage campers. Enjoy breathtaking walks in the woods, go fishing in our pond, and set up your camp chairs under the incredible night sky and marvel under the majesty of the Milky Way! Take a hike or a mountain bike ride on the Springs Valley Trail down to Tucker Lake. Come see what it’s like to be treated like family at Nighthawk Forest Campground. For more camping options - including group reservations - please call 812-203-0200.

3. MoonLight Grove Farm

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48mi from Bedford · 2 sites · Tents · Battletown, KY

Simple living with a few critters and a "whole lotta" walnuts. All natural products made from nature's bounty. Learn more about this land:Come rest your mind and soul on MoonLight Grove Farm. Camp alongside the Ohio River, watch the barges go by and the Eagles swoop and play. Peaceful, Quiet, Restorative retreat.

4. Spring Mill State Park

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224 sites · Mitchell, Indiana

See how pioneers lived and learn about outer space at this southern Indiana park.

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5. Hoosier National Forest

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252 sites · Paoli, Indiana

See the wilderness of southern Indiana from the Ohio River to just south of Bloomington.

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6. Hill Springs Campground

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33mi from Bedford · 15 sites · Tents, RVs · Dubois, IN

Hill Springs Campground is nestled on our 120-acre family farm, and we’re proud to be the third generation to care for this little piece of paradise. Tucked away in the heart of 'God’s country,' our campground offers peace and quiet, miles from the nearest town. The rolling hills provide hay for our cows and wood for the stove, and we take great pride in sharing this beautiful spot with you. Each site offers the chance to unwind by the pond, pick wild blackberries, or hike through our woods. Fire pits are available at all sites. Our sites are simple—no water, electricity, or internet—but generators are welcome, and we provide a toilet on-site. Please remember to pack out all your trash, including cigarette butts. For a glimpse of what to expect, check out a few videos of the campground on our Facebook page, 'hillspringcampground.' We’re also close to plenty of activities: Patoka Lake is just 3 miles away, with 8,800 acres of water, 26,000 sq. feet of land, and a variety of outdoor fun—boating, fishing, hiking, and even a winery. Historic French Lick and West Baden are 16 miles away, offering everything from casinos to a scenic railway, golf courses, a spa, a wildlife park, and the stunning West Baden Springs Hotel, known as the 'Eighth Wonder of the World.' The city of Jasper is 14 miles away, with a charming riverwalk, museums, parks, and food trucks to explore. The small town of Dubois is just 4.5 miles away, with local taverns, a gas station, and a True Value store. At Hill Springs, you can be as close or as far away from the action as you want to be. We’re excited to share this experience with you and welcome your feedback as we start this journey with Hipcamp. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions! Bryan and Nicole

7. Little Blue Horse Camp

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42mi from Bedford · 1 site · Tent · Grantsburg, IN

Enjoy some serenity in our little piece of heaven on the Little Blue River. A unique retreat, with access to the river, areas to explore, rock features, water falls and a ton of nature. We ask that you respect all the surrounding wildlife and plant life-- we are also a preservation space. Learn more about this land: Enjoy sleeping and waking to the serene sounds of the lazy Little Blue River and enjoy comforts of a cozy campground, nestled on private land in the Hoosier National Forest.

8. Monroe Lake

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312 sites · Smithville Sanders, Indiana

At Monroe Lake, your trip will be about as deluxe as a state park stay gets. Lounge your days away at the Fourwinds Resort & Marina, where the crisp linens and mini-fridges will spoil you into oblivion. Even if you're looking to rough it a little on the campgrounds, you'll still have access to a vast array of activities. Two different beaches perfect for swimming, boat rentals, and several beautiful hiking trails highlight the natural beauty in the area. Whether you're on the hunt for waterfowl or want to waterski on the gorgeous sparkling waters, your favorite outdoor activity is likely found here. Did we mention there's a Marina called The Pleasure Craft? Just soak that in for a minute. No more information needed.

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9. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

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150 sites · Vallonia, Indiana

Discover the natural charm of Starve Hollow State Recreation Area.

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10. Brown County State Park

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610 sites · Nashville, Indiana

Mountains in Indiana? Welcome to the Little Smokies.

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11. McCormicks Creek State Park

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233 sites · Spencer, Indiana

Welcome to Indiana’s first state park, camping mecca since 1916.

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12. Patoka Lake

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445 sites · Birdseye, Indiana

Discover plenty to do on the water at Indiana's second-largest lake.

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13. Hardy Lake

162 sites · Deputy, Indiana

Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.

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14. Deam Lake State Recreation Area

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215 sites · Borden, Indiana

Find your lake life vibes in southern Indiana.

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15. Ferdinand State Forest

57 sites · Birdseye, Indiana

Discover the natural charm of Ferdinand State Forest and its myriad of outdoor activities.

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Public campgrounds near Bedford

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Spring Mill Campground

10mi from Bedford · 224 sites · Tents, RVs · in Spring Mill State Park

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Hardin Ridge Campground

11mi from Bedford · 200 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hoosier National Forest

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Monroe Lake Campground

16mi from Bedford · 312 sites · Tents, RVs · in Monroe Lake

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Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

22mi from Bedford · 150 sites · Tents, RVs · in Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

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Brown County Campground

25mi from Bedford · 610 sites · Tents, RVs · in Brown County State Park

Little Salt Creek Group Site

26mi from Bedford · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Hoosier National Forest

Springs Valley Recreation Area

26mi from Bedford · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hoosier National Forest

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McCormicks Creek Campground

32mi from Bedford · 233 sites · Tents, RVs · in McCormicks Creek State Park

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Patoka Lake Campground

34mi from Bedford · 445 sites · Tents, RVs · in Patoka Lake

Hardy Lake Campground

43mi from Bedford · 162 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hardy Lake

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Deam Lake State Recreation Area

43mi from Bedford · 215 sites · Tents, RVs · in Deam Lake State Recreation Area

Ferdinand Campground

44mi from Bedford · 57 sites · in Ferdinand State Forest

Stories from the community

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Joshua

November 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Hill Springs Campground

Great hosts with an excellent, secluded spot…totally recommend!

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Corei

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hill Springs Campground

Thie site was very cute and had a lot of nice amenities like a picnic table, shelter, fire ring, and an outhouse. The host was very nice. We had a great time.

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Samantha

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Hill Springs Campground

This is our second time staying at their pond spot. We had a wonderful time again and want to make it an annual tradition! This spot is private but also has modern amenities like the outhouse and coverage for rain.

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sophia

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hill Springs Campground

This was a lovely camping spot! The views are gorgeous. The signage and directions to the site are easy to follow. Hosts were communicative and friendly. We love a secluded campsite and this felt like we were surrounded by nothing but trees and rolling farmland. The site was large with plenty of room for our tent and vehicles. We loved watching the sunset here! 10/10 recommend and would love to visit again!

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River

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Little Blue Horse Camp

This truly is a Perfect Little Spot. The hosts are wonderful and take thoughtful care with the place and the details. Favorite highlights are: the comfy chairs with cushions by the large stone wall fire pit, The composting outhouse is clean, cute and comfortable. The open grassy areas are super soft with the ground underneath, great for walking barefoot and feeling the goodness of the earth beneath your feet, also nice for the level areas for tent camping on the ground. The covered porch for hanging out is lovely, A great place to journal or read when the sun is high. I felt totally tucked away and private. Angie and Paige have made this a very special place.

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Rob

September 2025

14 ft toy hauler

3 nights at Nighthawk Forest

🤩 wow! This camp offers a quiet location in the middle of Hoosier National Forest. Several easy to use pull through sites. The deck platform is a very nice touch in front of our camper! Plenty of water spigots around. Hot showers and fire wood onsite. What more could you ask for? The host was very attentive and checked on us daily.

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Tim

September 2025

28 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hill Springs Campground

Even though my trip didnt go as planned, as always Bryan and Nicole were awesome and the property is beautiful. Once I get the camper fixed ill definitely be back. This is by far my number one place to camp.

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JimandCathleen

September 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Nighthawk Forest

Lovely place. Had it to ourselves. Quiet. Bathroom clean. Running water. Great night sky.

Jeremy

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to MoonLight Grove Farm

My kids and I had such a great time on this amazing property. Everything was great from the fishing, the animals, the private space for our tent.

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Christy

September 2025

Tent

1 night at MoonLight Grove Farm

This was an absolutely perfect get away for those who love the outdoors and animals. Our hosts were beyond accommodating and kind. We truly felt like this spot by the river was a piece of paradise.

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Carlee

September 2025

19 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Hill Springs Campground

I hesitate to give a great review only because I want to gatekeep this spot so it’s always available when we want it! If gorgeous sky and landscape views, privacy, and a cool dip in the pond is what you’re after, you cannot go wrong with this Hipcamp. We enjoyed going into Huntingburg and Jasper for the day, and then the next day, we enjoyed never leaving. We’d live here if we could. Already planning our next weekend getaway.

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Scott

September 2025

Tent

1 night at MoonLight Grove Farm

We only stayed a night but we're already planning a longer stay. Quiet and peaceful, I haven't slept that good in ages. Can't wait to go back

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Alyssa

August 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to MoonLight Grove Farm

My family and I enjoyed staying on Susan and Larry’s land. The views were beautiful and my son absolutely loved going to see the animals. The campsite was nice and clean. The out house and outside shower were a nice luxury to have available to us. I made the mistake of letting my car battery die while charging my phone and Larry kindly jumped my car off for me. It felt very secluded and was exactly the trip we were hoping for. Overall our family camp trip was very enjoyable and Susan and Larry were very nice and helpful.

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Ben

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Nighthawk Forest

Amazing spot for my son’s first camping trip. Great trails and private camp site!

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Shaelyn

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Unplugged Acres

Natalie and her husband were very friendly and helpful, campsite was very nice and safe.

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claire

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to MoonLight Grove Farm

Susan's property is a little oasis with prime views of the Ohio River. Biggest highlight are her farm animals and the clean outhouse. Highly recommend!

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Shauney

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hill Springs Campground

This was our second trip to Hill Spring Campground, and once again, the pond site was absolutely perfect. The views are breathtaking, and the pond is such a peaceful spot to relax and fish. We even had the treat of watching a rainstorm roll through, followed by a stunning double rainbow—it was pure magic. This truly is one of our favorite places to camp, and we can’t wait to return again!

Polly

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Little Blue Horse Camp

A beautiful site on the river, with deer and fireflies. I didn't want to leave!

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Scott

July 2025

Tent

1 night at Hill Springs Campground

I tent camped. It was quiet and clean. Easy to find. The property was properly maintained.

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Julian

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Little Blue Horse Camp

Paige and Angie were both very accommodating and flexible to work with when our schedule didn’t turn out exactly as planned. Their campsite was beautiful, and well maintained; with plenty of safe hiking trails, and even a river bank to fish or launch boats from. Would totally recommend this site to anyone who loves camping out in the woods.