The best mountainous camping in Indiana

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Stretching down from the Great Lakes into the southern heartlands, Indiana borrows the best of both regions for a warm hug of southern hospitality bolstered by the outdoorsy spirit of the Midwest. Outdoor adventurers can climb the sand dunes along Lake Michigan, paddle the Ohio River, or trek through forested canyons, while a bonafide Indiana camping experience means fishing for your supper and toasting s’mores on the campfire. With temperatures that rarely fall below zero even in mid-winter, camping is a year-round affair in Indiana. Our pick is fall, when breezy weather and fiery autumnal colors make for incredible hiking. 

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Fairhaven Farm Campground

1. Fairhaven Farm Campground

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English, IN · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Until 2019, this farm was in the same family since 1889. It has been a working farm since that time. In 2019, our family purchased the farm and continue to operate it much the same way. Our family is devoted to history and preserving the essence of the past. You may very well see us pull up in one of our antique cars to greet you! Our neighbors are friendly and many are also small farmers. You can't see their farms from camp, but don't be surprised to hear roosters crowing, cattle mooing, and donkeys braying in the distance. Our farm is surrounded by the Hoosier National Forest, so you'll see and hear plenty of wildlife too. At various times during the summer, you may find wild blackberries, elderberries, and black raspberries growing right in camp!
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Camp Carrasquillo

2. Camp Carrasquillo

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Nineveh, IN · 16 sites
Experience the ultimate Indiana high-ground retreat. Located at the second-highest point in Brown County, this handcrafted estate blends high-octane adventure with tropical relaxation. Spend your day on private ATV trails, at the shooting range, or panning for gold in the creek below. By evening, retreat to a stone-mason’s masterpiece: a glowing Tiki bar serving 5-course chef’s dinners, a three-tier waterfall pond, and a living Civil War museum cabin—all guarded by a friendly mini-donkey and his petting zoo crew." ​The "Hospitality Pro" View We solved the "Boredom" problem. Most campgrounds suffer because guests have nothing to do once they set up camp. On our land, a guest can: ​Ride the trails. ​Shoot at the range. ​Pan for gold. ​Feed the mini-donkey. ​Tour the Civil War museum. ​Dine like royalty at the Tiki bar. ​Relax by the three-level waterfall. ​It’s a 10/10 "Unicorn" property. There is nowhere else in the country where you can find a Civil War museum, a gold-panning creek, and a Tiki bar run by a culinary-trained stone mason on a mountain peak.Beautiful camp grounds looking at the hills surrounded by lots trees. the property has tents sites and a primitive cabin and . It sits on the second highest point in Indiana. Situated in the middle of three forests minutes away from Brown county State Park, yellowwood Forest, Monroe Forest minutes away from historic artisan colony, Nashville, Indiana. There are hiking trails, a creek all located on a private road minutes away from general store
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whispering moonbeam acres

3. whispering moonbeam acres

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Paoli, IN · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land: If your interested in camping there is 20 acres and ample space for you to decide where to put up your tent. We provide a firepit or ring. Wood can be purchased or foraged yourself for your fire.Hoosier National Forest is across street so hiking is unlimited. This is a quiet destination in the woods with abundant wildlife.There is a small farm here where produce and flowers even eggs can be purchased. Chickens,guineas,ducks,turkeyand geese are free range so all about near house. This is also a cat sanctuary with disabled cats mostly wobbly, you probably won't see any of them as they are afraid of strangers. Please understand, you will be in the woods. We have coyotes,bobcat,mountain lion,fox,deer,skunk racoons, opossums etc... Keep food contained and be aware of surroundings! We now have kune kune pigs. And recently added 2 mini cows, 1 is an 11 year old rescue and 1 is a heifer calf as well as a standard heifer calf. I do have 2 honey bee hives on property.
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Pilgrims' Rest

4. Pilgrims' Rest

Cordry Sweetwater Lakes, IN · 2 sites
Embark on an adventure in Brown County, Indiana, amidst the breathtaking beauty of the great outdoors! Nestled within 7 acres of stunning hills, our property offers two individually-booked campsites, each providing a unique experience. Despite its proximity to I-65, our serene retreat is just minutes away from the charming downtown of Nashville, IN. Immerse yourself in nature as you hike through the rolling hills and explore the lush woods, fulfilling all your primitive camping desires. For added outdoor excitement, Brown County State Park awaits a mere 5 minutes away, offering opportunities for horseback riding, additional hiking trails, swimming (season dependent), picnicking, mountain biking, and more. Venture to nearby Lake Monroe to indulge in fishing and boating adventures, adding to the plethora of outdoor activities available in the area. With easy access to such natural wonders, our property promises a delightful escape filled with endless outdoor fun for all enthusiasts.
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North Indiana

Indiana’s most Instagram-worthy landscapes can be found at the state’s northeastern boundary. Sloping dunes and sandy beaches line the southern shore of Lake Michigan, and Indiana Dunes National Park has tent and RV camping right by the beach. Further east, industrial towns pepper the road to Amish Country, where you can check into a rustic log cabin in the woods or camp by the lake in Chain O’Lakes State Park.

Central Indiana

Indiana’s central plains are dotted with laidback market towns, cornfields, and lakes. Indianapolis pulls in crowds for its summer motorsports events, most notably the famous Indy 500, but campers can easily escape the city for nearby Mccormick’s Creek State Park or Morgan-Monroe State Forest. Just to the south, Brown County is home to Monroe Lake, the state’s largest lake, hemmed in by Yellowwood State Forest and Brown County State Park.

Southern Indiana

Hilly southern Indiana is blanketed with woodlands, most notably the forested trails and canyons of Hoosier National Forest. Come in fall to hike against a backdrop of foliage or canoe along Sugar Creek, one of the state’s top paddling destinations. Further south, the Ohio River Scenic Byway draws adventurers to hike, paddle, camp, and fish.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field
Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field