The best ranch campgrounds in Indiana

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping in the United States! If you're looking for a ranch-style camping experience in Indiana, you're in luck! We have over 100 options specifically tailored to your preference. From the peaceful Walnut Valley Realm (230 reviews) to the charming Shalamar Farm (53 reviews) and Sherfick Farms (39 reviews), you'll find a variety of top campsites to choose from. With an average price per night of $45 and options as low as $7, there's something for every budget. Plus, you'll have access to popular amenities like cooking equipment, campfires, and trash facilities. And if you're looking for adventure, you can enjoy activities like snow sports, boating, and wildlife watching. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in Indiana!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping in the United States! If you're looking for a ranch-style camping experience in Indiana, you're in luck! We have over 100 options specifically tailored to your preference. From the peaceful Walnut Valley Realm (230 reviews) to the charming Shalamar Farm (53 reviews) and Sherfick Farms (39 reviews), you'll find a variety of top campsites to choose from. With an average price per night of $45 and options as low as $7, there's something for every budget. Plus, you'll have access to popular amenities like cooking equipment, campfires, and trash facilities. And if you're looking for adventure, you can enjoy activities like snow sports, boating, and wildlife watching. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in Indiana!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Places of Sanctuary

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7 sites · Tents, RVs · Parkers Settlement, IN

Places of Sanctuary has 30 Acres of woods which include several dedicated hiking trails with beautiful clearings and benches for resting and reflecting along the way. You're welcome to fish in the pond that has plenty of shade and sun, or sit around the bonfire site where we have benches provided and roast marshmallows. With two easy-access large tree houses, bench swings and a big picnic shelter, there's lots of room to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet. You might encounter wildlife like: deer, mink, or geese, but you're sure to see our chickens and ducks running around and hear our rooster crow in the morning. Depending on the time and season, we offer several hands on experiences with berry picking, chicken tending, food processing, gardening, and general light land maintenance like checking the trails for down limbs and trash. With gorgeous views and the convenience of being just 10 minutes from University Southern Indiana or 15 minutes from restaurants and stores, we welcome you to camp with us. If you are interested in staying longer than 3 nights or your RV/camper is longer than 36 feet long, please message us to see if we can accommodate your visit. Usually we can!

2. Rocking Horse Camping Ranch

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5 sites · Lodging · Gary, IN

This is a hidden gem in the outskirts of Gary. Located on the Calumet river is this amazing horse farm with 3 horses and 4 ponies. It’s 1 mile off of the 80/94 and 65 highway. Only a 45 min drive from Chicago. We also offer free parking to Miller Beach on Lake Michigan which is only a 10 min drive to there and the Indiana Dunes. Theres also Deep River Dam where you can drop your kayak and do some fishing less then a mile away. Pet fee 50 dollars for 1st pet 25 dollars for 2nd pet (75) 2 max pets

3. The Riding Stable and Resort

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8 sites · Tents, Lodging · Lakeville, IN

When we bought this property in 2013, it was a little run down. Many years ago, it housed sheep and cows. We revamped our little 15-acre farm and continue to improve its looks. Now it is our home and houses my riding stable. Many people have commented on how nice it is. I thought this would be a great opportunity to share its beauty and the animals with others. Learn more about this land: We have 3 spots to pitch a tent, but we're pretty flexible. If you see another area, please ask!. Site "Woods" is most secluded. We now have a cabin!! Our "Chalet". It will sleep 4 and has some great amenities. The others are around our grassy barnyard area where you're able to enjoy all of our different animals!. All sites are 2-5 mins from the main house. You will be staying on our horse farm. We have many chickens, bunnies, a potbelly pig, feeder pigs (depending on the time of year), and our 4 house dogs. We offer overnight equine amenities as well. There are 2 showering options and restroom available. You can enjoy a small fire (weather dependent) or listen to the crickets and frogs under the starry night. Actually, you can do it all. We offer trail rides on the horses as well, (extra charges). You can even book a trip to the state park to ride the horse trails, which is only 15 minutes away. There is a great fishing lake less than 1 mile from the farm, so bring your poles and kayaks. Or rent ours! There is a Dollar General, 2 gas stations, and a liquor store in our tiny little town if you forget anything. Walmart is 12 minutes North of us.

4. Eel River Bison Ranch

2 sites · Tents, RVs · South Whitley, IN

We have a gift store with all handmade local products. We have bison meat for sale. You can see bison on the property. And we have walking trails out back in the woods with access to the river for Kayaking We also sell skulls bones and hides. The bones and skulls are fantastic for art and other cool projects. We have indoor plumbing if needed or hookups of electricity for your campers.

5. Walnut Valley Realm Campground

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15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Logansport, IN

Camping like it was meant to be! 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 three 30AMP electric sites and one with 20AMP service, with the remaining sites all primitive. Over 5 miles of hiking trails, and if you prefer cycling, local roads are part of the Two Rivers on Two Wheel bike route. If Kayaking is your thing, explore the Eel River, or the Tippecanoe. We hope we see you all soon and be sure to like us on Facebook at Walnut Valley Realm Campground.

6. Sugar Maple Grove Campground

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8 sites · Tents, RVs · Brownsville, IN

Nice secluded campsites with lots of space and privacy. Fire wood available for $5 for a bundle or you can bring your own, also have excellent cell phone service unlike most state parks in the area. Picnic tables, fire pits and water available and also have a portable idc tote so we can fill your tank at any site. 30 amp and 20 amp outlets at rv sites 1, 2 and 3. Brookville Lake is about 5 minutes away. We have 25 acres with about 3 wooded acres with over 100 sugar maple trees 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. We mow trails for hiking feel free to explore, if you run into a cornfield it's not our property. Att has excellent service at 94mbps download and 11mbps upload, Verizon is good at 36mbps Download and 5mbps upload. We have an outhouse for tent campers And water is available by campsite 1 and we have portable idc tote with city water. We also have 3 indoor/outdoor cats, they like to visit the campground. 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.

7. Hruby Ranch Woods Camp -Eagles Nest

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2 sites · Lodging · Crown Point, IN

Learn more about this land: Come enjoy a stay at the rustic Hruby Ranch. 50 acres of private land to explore. A cozy comfortable excursion tent with queen bed. There are trails throughout of which you are free to explore. And our animals will surely delight. A fire pit is always a wonderful way to end the day. Located 12 minutes from I 65 and 15 minutes from downtown Crown Point and 20 from Valporaiso. If the beach is more your style, we are 25 minutes from the Indiana dunes and Lake Michigan! We are in winter/inclimate weather conditions, all stays are hike in and out approximately 150yards from the barn and stable areas.

8. Brambleberry Permaculture Farm

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2 sites · Tents, Lodging · Paoli, IN

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.

9. The Timbercrest Ranch

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3 sites · Tents, RVs · Bloomfield, IN

The land consists of: 100 acres of forest, pastures, four ponds, orchards, hoop house, pavilion area with grill, 150-year-old tobacco barn, gardens, chickens, guineas, turkeys, quail, bees, kune kune pigs and wagyu cattle, stocked pond on absolutely gorgeous rolling hills. The land will take your breathe away. Learn more about this land: Several trails with lots of opportunities to see nature, particularly wild turkey's and deer and the local bison farm.

10. Shalamar Farm

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3 sites · RVs · Lebanon, IN

BEST IN STATE 2025, hosted over 240 rigs since 2020! Private home with 13 acres built in 2018 with maintained lawn, shade trees, quiet and peaceful setting. Accept long term renters and traveling professionals. Eleven miles to LP1 (North Eli Lilly site) and 4 miles to Leap (Foundry). Welcome to Shalamar Farm, our second time around! SHADE TREE: full hook ups, pull thru, rig must be less than 30 feet. NORTH: full hook ups, back in, rig must be less than 35'. SOUTH: full hook ups, back in, rig must be less than 45'. BOOKED UNTIL 8-2027 HOSPITALS: Lebanon 7 miles, Crawfordsville 19 miles, Zionsville 20 miles, Westfield 25 miles, Indianapolis (86th Street area) 26 miles, Carmel 31 miles. Do not feed our friendly pets, George our 20 yo horse and Lowell our 7 yo cat. Eastern time zone.

11. Persimmon Honey Hollow

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2 sites · Tents, RVs · West Baden Springs, IN

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.

12. Leanin' Post Farm

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5 sites · Tents, RVs · Martinsville, IN

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!

13. Howling Moon Homestead

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3 sites · Tents, RVs · Spencer, IN

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.

14. Stillwater Stables of Decatur

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4 sites · RVs · Decatur, IN

Learn more about this land:Quiet setting on a Horse Farm. On the outskirts of town. Access to miles of paved trails along the river for hiking or bicycling. There is a fishing pond 1 mile down the road. BYO canoe or kayak to cruise the St Mary’s river. Shops, great restaurants, movie theatre, sculpture tour, golf course, small-town music events every Thursday night in season.

Camper favorites in Indiana

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Shalamar Farm

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3 sites · RVs · Lebanon, IN

BEST IN STATE 2025, hosted over 240 rigs since 2020! Private home with 13 acres built in 2018 with maintained lawn, shade trees, quiet and peaceful setting. Accept long term renters and traveling professionals. Eleven miles to LP1 (North Eli Lilly site) and 4 miles to Leap (Foundry). Welcome to Shalamar Farm, our second time around! SHADE TREE: full hook ups, pull thru, rig must be less than 30 feet. NORTH: full hook ups, back in, rig must be less than 35'. SOUTH: full hook ups, back in, rig must be less than 45'. BOOKED UNTIL 8-2027 HOSPITALS: Lebanon 7 miles, Crawfordsville 19 miles, Zionsville 20 miles, Westfield 25 miles, Indianapolis (86th Street area) 26 miles, Carmel 31 miles. Do not feed our friendly pets, George our 20 yo horse and Lowell our 7 yo cat. Eastern time zone.

Persimmon Honey Hollow

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2 sites · Tents, RVs · West Baden Springs, IN

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.

Leanin' Post Farm

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5 sites · Tents, RVs · Martinsville, IN

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!

Howling Moon Homestead

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3 sites · Tents, RVs · Spencer, IN

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.

Stillwater Stables of Decatur

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4 sites · RVs · Decatur, IN

Learn more about this land:Quiet setting on a Horse Farm. On the outskirts of town. Access to miles of paved trails along the river for hiking or bicycling. There is a fishing pond 1 mile down the road. BYO canoe or kayak to cruise the St Mary’s river. Shops, great restaurants, movie theatre, sculpture tour, golf course, small-town music events every Thursday night in season.

Stories from the community

Peter

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Sugar Maple Grove Campground

Robert’s campground is great, I highly recommend it

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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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Gayle

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Walnut Valley Realm Campground

Brian has an exceptional campground! Each site is different, well separated and surrounded by his beautiful forest. The stars are amazing at night, and if you pay attention, you can see deer, wild turkey, and owls.

Julia

October 2025

17 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Places of Sanctuary

Beautiful property with loads of trails to walk the dogs. Farm fresh eggs were delicious for breakfast. Super-clean bathrooms. Hookups!

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Claire

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Walnut Valley Realm Campground

Such a beautiful hidden gem!! So many hiking trails and pretty spots! Camp sight was very clean and well kept and trails were all easily accessible! Highly recommend to anyone looking for an adventure!

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Chris

October 2025

24 ft Class B

With pets

2 nights at Walnut Valley Realm Campground

nice quiet location with adjacent hiking trails, well maintained, friendly people, we plan to come back soon!

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Tera

October 2025

30 ft fifth wheel

1 night at Walnut Valley Realm Campground

Nice spot, with views in the country and peaceful.

Ak

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Walnut Valley Realm Campground

Great spacious camp spot!

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Carrie

October 2025

24 ft Class C

With kids

Weekend Trip to Walnut Valley Realm Campground

We camped in the front of the camp site We had a nice spot and quiet. We took a trail and met other campers they were super friendly. The trails were really nice . We went to use the outhouse and a squirrel was in there, I ran so fast back the site I ran out of my shoes. I tried again later and a chipmunk ran across my foot . Needless to say we have a great story Host was awesone when bad weather was approaching. He even checked on us . Great visit and we will be back again.😆 🤣

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Steve

October 2025

18 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Walnut Valley Realm Campground

Nice location with the perfect blend of open areas and trees.

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Duane

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Walnut Valley Realm Campground

The property has a little bit of everything for a wide variety of camp styles. The campsites are very well maintained. Even the trailways to the sites are kept in great condition. I was able to drive my Honda civic to my site without any issues at all. The woodland is very large. The trails were very enjoyable. Sites are spread out in ways that offer privacy, but the throughways create opportunities for connections with other families as well. Brian is super helpful and a pleasure to speak with. I definitely recommend this place. I will be going back someday for sure.

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Donald

October 2025

Tent

2 nights at Walnut Valley Realm Campground

Brian is a down to Earth very nice guy! My brother and I camped Thu-Sat and thoroughly enjoyed the spacious, secluded, beautiful site! Brian is a VERY busy man but he took the time to stop by and chat with us a couple times. My brother and I also had a great time hiking the yellow and orange trails. We got some wonderful pics of the Fall colors. I made a 260 mile round trip to camp at Walnut Valley and will definitely do it again. One word of advice, it's named "Walnut" Valley for a reason. You may want to bring some kind of padding to lay on top of your vehicle to protect it from falling walnuts.

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Gayle

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Walnut Valley Realm Campground

Brian has an amazing property, beautiful and peaceful.

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Don

October 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Walnut Valley Realm Campground

Amazing and convenient! 10 minute drive to the wabash river to fish. also, the deer in the area was a sight to see!

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Michael

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Walnut Valley Realm Campground

Great layout and atmosphere! Definitely would rent again.

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Chris

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Brambleberry Permaculture Farm

The cabin was awesome, comfy and quiet. Highly recommendable!

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Eric

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Walnut Valley Realm Campground

Campsite is well laid out, host was awesome. perfect site for our bicycle tour. 6 of us in total and plenty of room.

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Camilla

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rocking Horse Camping Ranch

We had a wonderful stay. Nice to have a getaway like this so close to the city. We enjoyed the site- absolutely beautiful view of ponies and goats. Camper was worn and comfortable and very well stocked. There’s some highway noise but it becomes like white noise- I didn’t notice it really. The host was incredibly nice and helpful and communicative. We hope to return.

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Gayle

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Walnut Valley Realm Campground

Brian has an amazing campground, The Mint is one of my favorites, surrounded by tall trees, it is a cozy spot, yet centrally located in the campground. Fall is beautiful in the woods, as the wildlife are out and about. I watched 8 deer strolling by as I was making my coffee.

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drew

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Walnut Valley Realm Campground

Beautiful and private. Brian was super helpful, and even dropped off some fun toys for the kids. Will be back!