The best river, stream, or creek glamping near Columbus, Indiana

Looking for a unique camping experience near Columbus, Indiana? Hipcamp offers over 300 options for those who want to enjoy glamping by the river. With prices averaging at $30 per night and options as low as $25, you can find the perfect spot that fits your budget. Check out top campsites like Happy Hollow Homestead (441 reviews), Heritage Farm Stay Adventure (196 reviews), and Away at Green Hill (101 reviews). Popular amenities like toilets, cooking equipment, and potable water are available, and you can also enjoy activities such as hiking, off-roading (OHV), and snow sports. Get ready to have an unforgettable experience in the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a unique camping experience near Columbus, Indiana? Hipcamp offers over 300 options for those who want to enjoy glamping by the river. With prices averaging at $30 per night and options as low as $25, you can find the perfect spot that fits your budget. Check out top campsites like Happy Hollow Homestead (441 reviews), Heritage Farm Stay Adventure (196 reviews), and Away at Green Hill (101 reviews). Popular amenities like toilets, cooking equipment, and potable water are available, and you can also enjoy activities such as hiking, off-roading (OHV), and snow sports. Get ready to have an unforgettable experience in the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Cabins at Guthrie Meadows

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38mi from Columbus · 4 sites · Lodging · Bedford, IN

Our cabins sits on 100 acres. Our cabins have AC/Heat. A dry sink are in each cabin are provided. Roast hotdogs over your private fire pit as a fire pit is just outside the cabin along with private picnic table. We have a shower bathroom house. You provide your own towel, and soap products. Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash and under your control at all times. Privy's are found just outside the cabin. We have miles of hiking trails and several spring fed creeks so take your hiking boots off and wade in the clean cool water. Stars are in abundance at Guthrie Meadows so star gazing is a must!

2. Celtic Glen Farm Stay

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44mi from Columbus · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Spencer, IN

Celtic Glen is a working, 100 acre family farm of heritage breed livestock, nestled in an old limestone quarry on the banks of the White River, on one side, and Fall Creek, on another. Lots of space between campsites and are often all to yourself. Learn about regenerative farming with rare breeds on a farm tour, or mining and wetlands restoration on an ecological history tour. Pet and feed the livestock. Fish and bird-watch. Take a yoga class (at times with goats or bunnies) in the center of the stone henge. Have coffee with goats. Eat farm craft meats, eggs, prepared soups, casseroles, and baked goods, or hop into town for a bite.We are across the river from McCormick's Creek State Park (Indiana's first state park with miles of trails, a swimming pool, and lodge) and just two miles north of Spencer, a small town with an excellent brew pub, winery, cafe, and more. Just 12 miles north of the farm is Cataract Falls State Recreation Area. We are only 20 minutes from Bloomington and Indiana University; 45 minutes from Indianapolis Int'l Airport. This is a working farm with lots of livestock, electric fences, and working dogs, so please leave the farm animals alone unless someone from the farm is available and present. Dogs must be on a leash in the camping area. given the above features of a working livestock farm, the quarry ruins, the operative railroad tracks, and the river (not suitable for swimming), family friendly (children under the age of 18 must be attended by adults at all times). *We have lots of on-farm food and supplies options, please contact us for a complete list and any requests. All sites have a private stone fire circle as well as access to a common grill, handwashing station, porta potty or septic outhouse, cold/solar water shower. *We have posted many events on our farm facebook page @celticglenllc and we are within 2-4 miles of lots of options. *Please note that the riverfront wetlands will be closed to guests during deer rifle hunting season for safety.

3. Nightfall Farm

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28mi from Columbus · 2 sites · Lodging · Crothersville, IN

We're bringing my family farm back to life. My parents farmed here until the 1980's, but couldn't make a profit with corn and soybeans. My husband, Nate, and I moved home in 2014, and started turning the fields into pastures. Today, we run Nightfall Farm, raise animals with respect, and sell pasture-raised meat locally. Come wander the 125 acres of woods, wetlands, and farm. Check out the animals in our pastures, and walk along the Muscatatuck River. Enjoy a quiet fire. Hear the roar of frogs calling in Spring. Chase fireflies. Behold a family farm coming back to life.

4. Cera Sports Park and Campground

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6.6mi from Columbus · 301 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Columbus, IN

With 326 campsites, CERA offers plenty of camping spots. 252 sites are full-service sites with water, 30 & 50 amp electric, and sewer hookups. Check out our campground map below to see which sites will suit your stay! CERA offers six camping cabins of various sizes. All cabins sit on lakefront lots amid the trees. Bathhouse facilities are located within 100 feet directly behind the cabins. Our camping cabins are a great option for enjoying the outdoors without having to pitch a tent or pull a camper. There are three shower houses available and a centrally located dump station.

Public campgrounds near Columbus

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Versailles Campground

39mi from Columbus · 220 sites · Tents, RVs · in Versailles State Park

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McCormicks Creek Campground

44mi from Columbus · 233 sites · Tents, RVs · in McCormicks Creek State Park

Stories from the community

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Charles

1 week ago

Weekend Trip to Cabins at Guthrie Meadows

Great experience. Beautiful place. Hope to stay there again…soon. Charlie

Jessica

1 week ago

With kids

Weekend Trip to Cabins at Guthrie Meadows

This is our second time here and my goodness, it’s perfect. My daughter loves hiking on the property and petting the horses. It has everything you NEED and the warm shelter after a rainy hike at McCormicks Creek State Park is always what we need. Can’t wait to come back again. Our little dude with Cerebral Palsy could absolutely love this property too.

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Nikhil Kumar

October 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Cabins at Guthrie Meadows

I loved the cabin so much that we plan to come here next season as well

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Gina

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Cabins at Guthrie Meadows

We enjoyed staying with at Guthrie Meadows. Nice cabin. Bed... not so much.

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Caroline

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Celtic Glen Farm Stay

So cozy and everything is ready to go in the cabin for a great night!

jim

September 2025

With pets

1 night at Celtic Glen Farm Stay

Lovely quiet spot. Stayed in the little cabin. Comfortable.

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Pradeep Kumar

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Cabins at Guthrie Meadows

Highly recommend. The clamping provides luxury and all amenities you need

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Hannah

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Cabins at Guthrie Meadows

It was so nice to stay on a farm near some hiking trails. We felt very comfortable in the tiny cabin with air conditioning and all the fixings for camping that we needed. It was a beautiful drive to the cabin as well!

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Tonya

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Cabins at Guthrie Meadows

It was a lovely cabin. Very peaceful and responsive hosts. Would definitely stay here again.

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Seth

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Celtic Glen Farm Stay

We had a wonderful time at Celtic Glen Farm! The people, the animals, and the cozy cabin were all wonderful!!

Newly updated cabin: a custom desk, new shelves, a fresh c

Avery

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Nightfall Farm

A nice cozy cabin and Liz was very accommodating. I was a great place to spend the weekend!

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Stephanie

June 2025

1 night at Nightfall Farm

Peaceful. Friendly host. Cool farm. Had everything we needed for the night.

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Tina

June 2025

Weekend Trip to Nightfall Farm

Super cute and well done space. Small and just perfect for some time to relax, read and explore nearby hikes. Liz is very nice and gave great recommendations for local hikes.

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Grace

May 2025

2 nights at Nightfall Farm

Nightfall Farms was an absolute dream! The hosts were kind, helpful, communicative, and made sure everything went smoothly. The outdoor kitchen was an absolute highlight, and we loved getting to spend some time with the new piglets. 10/10 recommend.

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Katie

May 2025

1 night at Nightfall Farm

Liz’s cabin is charming and cozy. The property is beautiful and Liz was kind and responsive. We took our kids to creek stomp and swim at Muscatatuck county park about 30 minutes away and it was perfect, just what we were looking for! I would definitely recommend a stay at nightfall farm. *there is a barn cat that comes and hangs out at the cabin (outstayed his welcome as he stole some of our food and tried to bite me). Just beware if you are not cat people. Liz kindly put him away after we asked her.

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Kandyce

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Cabins at Guthrie Meadows

We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed walking the trails, seeing the horses and alpacas! The hosts were friendly and responsive to communication. This place is truly a gem!

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Autumn

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Nightfall Farm

The cabin was amazing. It was all I could ask for in a secluded retreat without actually being too far away from folks or from home. I didn't get to chat with Nate, but Liz and her mom, Carol were amazing. Croft was also a very attentive host as were the doggos. The woods were great to walk in and get connected back to nature. I would recommend to a solo camper or someone bringing a friend. Oh, the outdoor kitchen was amazing.

Beautiful rustic and cozy interior of our red cabin. Sleeps 6 with 2 queen and 2 twin beds. Couch, Mini Fridge, and coffee maker make this the most co

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Valerie

May 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Cabins at Guthrie Meadows

What a beautiful property! Michelle was amazing and super communicative, everything was there that was listed, and I am so looking forward to coming back!! We stayed in the Red Door cabin and had so much space for our group to spread out. The neighbors were great and we truly enjoyed our time! 10/10 recommend!!!

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Seana

May 2025

3 nights at Celtic Glen Farm Stay

The cabin was perfect for hubby and I. We have gone twice now and plan on many more nights here! Great host, many adventures near and on site to enjoy!

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Michael

May 2025

1 night at Nightfall Farm

Our stay at Nightfall Farm was awesome despite arriving in the rain! The land is beautiful and the little cabin is charming with a very comfy bed. We really appreciated the well equipped outdoor kitchen with running water. Liz and Nate were kind and thoughtful hosts. I hope we can return!