Camping near Crane with horseback riding

Kayak in lakes and ride horseback to homesteads when camping near Crane.

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Little Nashville Bee Company

11 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Nashville, IN
Little Nashville Bee Company sits on 14 beautiful acres in the hills Southern Brown County. Enjoy a relaxing day fishing in our small pond, hiking, wildlife watching, stargazing, firefly catching, bonfires, and so much more! Come visit the farm and stay with us! We have primitive tent camping and RV sites with water hookup (sorry, no electic or septic at this time). Little Nashville Bee Company is a developing farm that started in 2022. If you're looking for privacy, you won't find a better place in Brown County, Indiana. The farm currently features an apiary, cut-flower and vegetable garden, small orchard, pond, and creek. Fishing is permitted in our pond. We welcome Mountain Bikers and offer a bike wash station with fresh water, soap, brush, sponge and dry towels. *If you are bringing a large camper or RV please pick Sunshine Daydream or Sugar Magnolia. *The Ripple And Valley Road are about 75 and 100 yards away from the parking space. Please note: These are walk-in only. The walk is along mostly flat ground. To get to Valley Road, the creek must be crossed at a low point. *Fire on the Mountain and Franklin's Tower are approximately 100 yards uphill. Be prepared for a hike to Fire on the Mountain and Franklin's Tower, but it's so worth it! Please Note: We are not able to assist with getting your gear up the hill. Please note: We are an active honeybee farm and bees will be buzzing around. I can not guarentee they will not sting, but I live here full time and have never been stung outside of opening a hive. Please be aware if you are allergic. We are perfectly situated among the trees with very little light pollution and minutes from all the things that make Brown County, IN a destination for folks from all over the country! Brown County Horseman's Camp: 8 minutes Brown County State Park: 8 minutes Brown County Music Center: 11 minutes Hard Truth Distilling Co.: 11 minutes Bear Wallow Distillery: 10 minutes Brown County Winery: 10 minutes Over 200 shops and restaurants in Nashville: 12 minutes Brown County Playhouse: 12 minutes eXplore Brown County: 5 minutes Yellowwood State Forest: 25 minutes Bill Monroe Music Park: 19 minutes Story Inn: 11 minutes TC Steele State Historic Site: 24 minutes Tecumseh Trail: 38 minutes
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Celtic Glen Farm Stay

11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents100 acres · Spencer, IN
Celtic Glen is a working, 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. 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, horseback riding, 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), children under the age of 18 must be attended by adults at all times. Nearby fun and food: We have posted many events on our farm facebook page @celticglenllc and we are within 2 miles of lots of options: Many events happen on the Spencer town square (including Spencer Pride events); and at the Owen County Fairgrounds which are actually in town along the White River and hosts events such as the White River Poultry Show. Historic Tivoli Theatre with big-screen movies and more just off the square Hilltop Family Restaurant (vintage style family restaurant less than 2 miles north off 231) Owen Valley Winery –good food as well (often free live music) Stable Studios music venue (12 miles from farm) Civilian Brewing Corps Brewpub (family friendly space, amazing food and beer and craft soda) Main Street Coffee and Kitchen –a gorgeous café with breakfast and lunch (including Bivi’s tamales) Millie McGee’s Gosport Diner –amazing comfort food in a charming super-small town just across the river (drive north on 231 then east in 67; 23 E Main St, Gosport; 8 miles from the farm) McCormick’s Creek State Park: Canyon Inn for dining, lots of trails, pool in the summer, horse stables Cataract Falls State Recreation Area just north off 231 –really lovely waterfall (13 miles) Green’s Bluff Nature Preserve (Nature Conservancy; 9 miles from farm) Other locally-owned eating: Babs supermarket and deli, Crossroads 46 Diner, Papi Chulo’s Cantina, Jit’s Thai Bistro on square, Chambers buffet on square, Grand’s Ice Cream, Sweet Valley Ice Cream. Of course, Bloomington is just 20 minutes away with lots to offer. McCormick's Creek State Park Owen Valley Winery Green's Bluff Nature Preserve Exotic Feline Rescue Center Sculpture Trails Outdoor Museum Indiana University Hoosier National Forest Tulip Trestle Please ask if there is something specific you’d like to find.
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Harmony Hills

2 sites · Tents50 acres · Bloomington, IN
Located just outside of Bloomington, Indiana our forested property offers a unique opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. Camp under mature forest, hike the trails, or sit by the stream. This is a working farm with sheep on pasture as well as a horse and a pig which you might get to see during your stay. Note: there is traffic noise from nearby highway 69.
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Life Sanctuaries

7 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Centerpoint, IN
The farm is one settled by the early pioneers who stopped going west in the early 1800s after they crossed the Eel river in what was then Owen County, Indiana.  Later, it became part of Clay County with the addition of Cass Township.  This working farm is comprised of 200 acres of rolling pastures and woodlands in the heart of Hoosier Hospitality - Indiana. Learn more about this land:Tent, car, and RV camping with a place for your horse too!You get your choice of where to hookup or pitch your tent and also enjoy all of the nearby attractions. There are state parks with swimming, and the Exotic Feline Rescue Center which is a little like going on a Safari!Nearby attractions include the Parke County Covered Bridge Festival and the Croy's Creek Traders Fair.  We are within a mile of the Eel River and Cataract Lake is also very close for boating and fishing.  Other attractions include the Owen/Putnam State Forest and McCormicks Creek State Park.  An abundance of wildlife can also be seen at the campsite. 
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Solar Off The Grid Cabin

1 site · Lodging7 acres · Paoli, IN
7 Acres close to skiing, hiking, spalunking, canoeing ,moutian biking and over 700 acres across the street of undeveloped Hoosier National Forest . Great for Hunting Learn more about this land: The Cabin is powered by solar & wind and uses a filtered rain water collection system. It is close to French Lick & Paoli, hiking, golf, canoeing, spelunking, skiing hunting and more. Please note that during the winter months the angle of the sun is lower and the panels do not produce as much power as in the summer months (plus you have less daylight hours) . Depending on the cloud cover you may be limited to lights only in November, December, January and February  . There is a generator available for rent at $10.00 per night plus gas or you can bring your own.  There is a wood stove and a 13,000 btu indoor gas wall heater for heat, both units provide more than enough heat. There are two window air conditioning units that can be used in May, June, July and August. Once you get to the end of August or on cloudy days you are limited to the amount of time you can use the AC units unless you rent the generator.   There is a propane cook stove available if you run out of power and 2 charcoal grills (you supply charcoal).   Please note that the cabin is still a work in progress and is not 100% completed. Also note that if rain is limited there may be no water.
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Unplugged Acres

3 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Birdseye, IN
Our land is nestled between tracts of the Ferdinand state forest. We have been on the property since 1999 and we have enjoyed sharing our little slice of heaven with friends and family thru the years. We promise you will be able to unwind once you get here. The property is mean for relaxing!Learn more about this land:A spacious flat yard atop a hill makes for a great spot to park your RV or camper. The grass camping lots are mowed and clean. Two large pine trees provide some shade for one of the camping spots. You can enjoy nearly panoramic views of the night sky! Bring your family and friends to enjoy these attractions near us are: Ferdinand State Forrest fire lane 12 ( is across the road from us. Enjoy hiking and mountain biking) Patoka lake is less than 10 minutes away ( boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, biking). Holiday World ( an amusement park) is about 30 minutes away. French Lick casino is about 30 minutes away. There are lots of local wineries to make for great road trips. Louisville is a little over an hour away. Paoli Peaks ( ski and snowboard attraction) is less than an hour away.
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Jackson Co Fairgrounds Eclipse 2024

248 sites · RVs, Tents125 acres · Brownstown, IN
Once in a lifetime, right here in Jackson County 100% totality for the 2024 Eclipse on April 8, 2024 at 3:04 in the afternoon for 3 minutes and 7 seconds. We are the first county from the south in totality if you are traveling I65 and have an easy on/off for observance and camping. Located just one hour from Indianapolis, Louisville, and Cincinnati, our property is strategically positioned on your route to everywhere, right in the middle of nowhere. The historic Jackson County Fairground borders the Jackson Washington State Forest, encompassing 125 acres. This space has witnessed 85 years of an award-winning county fair, and the dirt track racing events attract more than 150,000 visitors each season. Easy access is provided via I-65 and US 50.
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White Oaks Cabins & Campground

6 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · English, IN
We have 87 acres with trails, small catch and release pond, playground area, cabins rentals and 7 RV spots. We are within 45 minutes of Holiday World, Paoli Peaks, French Lick, 9 wineries, Marengo Caves, Wilstem Safari Park, Jasper River walk, shopping, go-karts, indoor water park, casino, etc
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HR Campground LLC

9 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Saint Francisville, IL
Indulge in river fishing, hunting, and OHV riding at our picturesque site. Explore the historical Cannonball Bridge in the vicinity and make a stop at the Cannonball Bar and Grill for refreshing drinks and delectable food. Conveniently situated near Lawrenceville, Illinois, and Vincennes, Indiana, our location provides easy access to both areas. Cooler ice is available on-site for your convenience. Experience tranquility with serene sky views in a peaceful setting, making it an ideal spot for a family camping trip with the added enjoyment of a cookout.
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Looking to go camping near Crane, Indiana? Hipcamp has you covered with over 390 options in the area. Whether you prefer tent camping, RV camping, or cabin rentals, you'll find the perfect accommodation to suit your needs. Explore top campsites like Hones Pointe (352 reviews), Hoosier's on the Ridge (70 reviews), and Blue River Retreat (56 reviews). Whether you're into snow sports, climbing, or surfing, the diverse terrain around Crane, Indiana offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure. And with popular amenities like pet-friendly spaces, potable water, and toilets, your camping experience will be comfortable and hassle-free. Average prices per night start at $45, with options as low as $7 per night. So pack your gear and get ready to enjoy the great outdoors!

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