- Ranch Camping
The best ranch camping near Bloomington
99% (124) • 10 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Bloomington
Nayture's Hilltop Farm
1. Nayture's Hilltop Farm
100%
(129)
21mi from Bloomington · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful wooded 36 acre property in Brown County; 2 large fishing ponds, each with a dock; paddle boat available for use; 1+ mile hiking trail around property; 9-hole Frisbee Golf Course; water spicket available; outhouse available. 9 miles to Brown County State Park North Gate; 4.8 miles to historic Story Inn; 12 miles to downtown Nashville.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$32
/ night
Persimmon Honey Hollow
2. Persimmon Honey Hollow
93%
(23)
36mi from Bloomington · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Cozy ramshackle farmstead in the Hoosier Hills offer a chance to get up close and personal with the land,
through camping, and hiking through the woods.
Not only is Hoosier National Forest located both to the north
and south for hiking and trail riding, but just 3 miles away is
the Rise of Lost River at Orangeville, a natural landmark.
Spring Mill State park is located about 20 minutes away in Mitchell, IN, while Patoka Lake is about 15 minutes south of nearby French Lick.
For those interested in farmers' markets, Orange County Homegrown markets run Saturday at Orleans(10 miles away) from 8am-noon, and in French Lick 7 miles) from 4-8pm.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$4
/ night
Brambleberry Permaculture Farm
3. Brambleberry Permaculture Farm
100%
(17)
41mi from Bloomington · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging
Espri and Darren began Brambleberry Permaculture Farm in the fall of 2003 in the beautiful hills of southern Indiana. We are primarily a plant nursery, but also offer permaculture landscaping and farm consultations. We usually have cows, chickens and rabbits, but are currently taking a break from cattle to build better fences lol. We occasionally have peacocks, ducks, pigs or other livestock as well.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
Leanin' Post Farm
4. Leanin' Post Farm
94%
(8)
21mi from Bloomington · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Farm located in the countryside in Martinsville, Indiana. Dining and shopping are in close proximity. A fire pit is available for use, along with water hydrants and a port-a-let. Pool will be open and crystal clean upon arrival!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$40
/ night
Howling Moon Homestead
5. Howling Moon Homestead
100%
(5)
21mi from Bloomington · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
We are a small farm using regenerative practices and permaculture ethics. We are still early on in our journey of working with the land. Our land has been part of our family's homestead for close to one hundred years.
Enjoy walks around the farm where you'll find many places to relax, meditate or simply enjoy the views. Guided tours can be arranged and you can explore the gardens, orchard, different methods of raising chickens.
We're always building and trying new things to optimize our property and care for the land.
There are many great restaurants only 20 minutes away including Mexican, Thai, a brew pub, a winery and a great coffee shop.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$36
/ night
99% (124) • 10 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Bloomington
Nayture's Hilltop Farm
1. Nayture's Hilltop Farm
100%
(129)
21mi from Bloomington · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful wooded 36 acre property in Brown County; 2 large fishing ponds, each with a dock; paddle boat available for use; 1+ mile hiking trail around property; 9-hole Frisbee Golf Course; water spicket available; outhouse available. 9 miles to Brown County State Park North Gate; 4.8 miles to historic Story Inn; 12 miles to downtown Nashville.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$32
/ night
Persimmon Honey Hollow
2. Persimmon Honey Hollow
93%
(23)
36mi from Bloomington · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Cozy ramshackle farmstead in the Hoosier Hills offer a chance to get up close and personal with the land,
through camping, and hiking through the woods.
Not only is Hoosier National Forest located both to the north
and south for hiking and trail riding, but just 3 miles away is
the Rise of Lost River at Orangeville, a natural landmark.
Spring Mill State park is located about 20 minutes away in Mitchell, IN, while Patoka Lake is about 15 minutes south of nearby French Lick.
For those interested in farmers' markets, Orange County Homegrown markets run Saturday at Orleans(10 miles away) from 8am-noon, and in French Lick 7 miles) from 4-8pm.
Pets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$4
/ night
Brambleberry Permaculture Farm
3. Brambleberry Permaculture Farm
100%
(17)
41mi from Bloomington · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging
Espri and Darren began Brambleberry Permaculture Farm in the fall of 2003 in the beautiful hills of southern Indiana. We are primarily a plant nursery, but also offer permaculture landscaping and farm consultations. We usually have cows, chickens and rabbits, but are currently taking a break from cattle to build better fences lol. We occasionally have peacocks, ducks, pigs or other livestock as well.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
Leanin' Post Farm
4. Leanin' Post Farm
94%
(8)
21mi from Bloomington · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Farm located in the countryside in Martinsville, Indiana. Dining and shopping are in close proximity. A fire pit is available for use, along with water hydrants and a port-a-let. Pool will be open and crystal clean upon arrival!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$40
/ night
Howling Moon Homestead
5. Howling Moon Homestead
100%
(5)
21mi from Bloomington · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
We are a small farm using regenerative practices and permaculture ethics. We are still early on in our journey of working with the land. Our land has been part of our family's homestead for close to one hundred years.
Enjoy walks around the farm where you'll find many places to relax, meditate or simply enjoy the views. Guided tours can be arranged and you can explore the gardens, orchard, different methods of raising chickens.
We're always building and trying new things to optimize our property and care for the land.
There are many great restaurants only 20 minutes away including Mexican, Thai, a brew pub, a winery and a great coffee shop.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$36
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Stacy
October 2025
4 nights at Leanin' Post Farm
Donna and her family are amazing hosts. They allowed our girls to help feed the animals and even gave us some fresh eggs that we used for breakfast! We loved the farm atmosphere and even appreciated the rooster helping wake us to get our day going! We had such a fun weekend!
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Chris
October 2025
With kids
The cabin was awesome, comfy and quiet. Highly recommendable!
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Ada
August 2025
Tent
Group trip
We had a group and they were very accommodating and welcoming! We had a fantastic stay. Loved the animals and garden!
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Emily
July 2025
Tent
With kids
As the listing states, this is a roadside spot. It’s not a busy road but I guess there’s the potential of someone driving past, but it didn’t bother us at all. There is a totally open lot right across the street, and the sun setting over that area was really beautiful each night. The hosts and the goats are very nice. My son had loads of fun getting the attention of the goats.
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James
May 2025
Tent
Nice stay! Peaceful woodsy area, great to view stars at night and unwind. Close enough to West Baden and French Lick and Patoka Lake for visits. Gracious host!
Thanks again!
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Rebekah
May 2025
28 ft fifth wheel
Donna and her family are very quiet and super kind. She was willing to help us setup and made sure we got parked safely and made sure we knew how to hookup everything. Very pleasant stay for us. We really enjoyed hearing all the farm animals in their environment. We definitely would stay here again!
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Angel
May 2025
Tent
Host very friendly and even gave us a gift of handmade soap! If you are camping with littles, be advised one of the two spots is within feet of the road. Not an issue for us, but something to be aware of if camping with small children. Close to spring mill park, and spring water available for use as well. Very reasonable price as well!
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Sherrie
May 2025
10 ft campervan
It is a lovely little farm and peaceful. The farm animals were a plus.
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