Lake Camping Near Henryville, Indiana, US: 12 Best Lake Campsites 2025

Set up camp by the water in Henryville, where over 1,950 lake-focused campsites cluster around ponds, reservoirs, and quiet stretches of shoreline. Expect average nightly prices around $65, with lakeside spots dipping as low as $30. You’ll find sites where campfires are allowed, pets are welcome, and toilets are close by. Spend your days swimming, hiking wooded trails, or saddling up for horseback riding. For trusted picks, check out RoNilaVon Farm (14 reviews), Nighthawk Forest (9 reviews), or Boondocks (7 reviews). If you like quiet mornings with mist on the water and easy access to trails, Henryville’s lake campsites deliver the essentials without fuss.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Set up camp by the water in Henryville, where over 1,950 lake-focused campsites cluster around ponds, reservoirs, and quiet stretches of shoreline. Expect average nightly prices around $65, with lakeside spots dipping as low as $30. You’ll find sites where campfires are allowed, pets are welcome, and toilets are close by. Spend your days swimming, hiking wooded trails, or saddling up for horseback riding. For trusted picks, check out RoNilaVon Farm (14 reviews), Nighthawk Forest (9 reviews), or Boondocks (7 reviews). If you like quiet mornings with mist on the water and easy access to trails, Henryville’s lake campsites deliver the essentials without fuss.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Cera Sports Park and Campground

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43mi from Henryville · 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.

2. M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE

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39mi from Henryville · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Worthville, KY

Learn more about this land: We have chickens, ducks, guinees, a large garden, many flower gardens, flowering plants, trees, and bushes, large mature trees, and a small lake, full of large catfish, bass, bluegill and crappie. A small shelter with a large picnic table and benches around the lake. There are chairs and 2 installed hammocks for your enjoyment. There is also 2 fishing benches, a place for a campfire, a stainless steel propane grill, firewood, and a great place for private walks.

3. Nighthawk Forest

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42mi from Henryville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Paoli, IN

Nestled deep in Hoosier National Forest and just a short drive from Paoli and French Lick, Indiana, Nighthawk Forest offers a secluded and pristine outdoor experience for all camping enthusiasts! Situated on 65 hilly and wooded acres, Nighthawk Forest features well-groomed tent pads, water and electric hookups for RVs and even vintage campers. Enjoy breathtaking walks in the woods, go fishing in our pond, and set up your camp chairs under the incredible night sky and marvel under the majesty of the Milky Way! Take a hike or a mountain bike ride on the Springs Valley Trail down to Tucker Lake. Come see what it’s like to be treated like family at Nighthawk Forest Campground. For more camping options - including group reservations - please call 812-203-0200.

4. Deam Lake State Recreation Area

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215 sites · Borden, Indiana

Find your lake life vibes in southern Indiana.

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5. Hardy Lake

162 sites · Deputy, Indiana

Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.

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6. Little Cabin

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28mi from Henryville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · North Vernon, IN

Welcome to Little Cabin, where you're invited to immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the countryside. Nestled on 25 acres adorned with a tranquil pond, our location offers ample space for your tent or RV. Situated just 30 minutes from Madison, Indiana, and a mere three miles from Stream Cliff, we provide convenient access to nearby attractions. Additionally, our proximity to Louisville, Cincinnati, and Indianapolis, approximately an hour from each, makes us an ideal retreat. There are a couple of important details to note: 1. Please be aware that we have honey bees onsite. 2. We have two cats and a dog which roam around 3. Regrettably, we do not offer hookups or restroom facilities. We look forward to hosting your stay at Little Cabin!

7. Painter Creek Camp Resort

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45mi from Henryville · 2 sites · RVs · French Lick, IN

Tucked back off of State Rd 145 in French Lick, IN our property offers year-round camping & full 50-amp hook ups available on all sites. A covered outdoor lounge, and a basketball court are available for guests to use, as well as seasonal bathhouse and laundry facility ($4 a load). We are only 1 mile from the Painter Creek Boat Ramp, and within a 15 min drive to Patoka Lake State Park, The French Lick-West Baden Resort, and The Pete Dye Golf Course!

8. Jackson-Washington State Forest

48 sites · Little York, Indiana

Discover the rugged beauty of Jackson-Washington State Forest.

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9. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

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150 sites · Vallonia, Indiana

Discover the natural charm of Starve Hollow State Recreation Area.

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10. General Butler State Resort Park

104 sites · Carrollton, Kentucky

Discover General Butler State Resort Park's natural charm.

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11. Spring Mill State Park

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224 sites · Mitchell, Indiana

See how pioneers lived and learn about outer space at this southern Indiana park.

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12. Taylorsville Lake State Park

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70 sites · Taylorsville, Kentucky

Discover Taylorsville Lake State Park's natural splendor.

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13. Versailles State Park

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220 sites · Versailles, Indiana

Discover Versailles State Park's rich history and outdoor adventures.

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14. Patoka Lake

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445 sites · Birdseye, Indiana

Discover plenty to do on the water at Indiana's second-largest lake.

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Public campgrounds near Henryville

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Deam Lake State Recreation Area

7.1mi from Henryville · 215 sites · Tents, RVs · in Deam Lake State Recreation Area

Hardy Lake Campground

17mi from Henryville · 162 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hardy Lake

Jackson-Washington Campground

19mi from Henryville · 48 sites · in Jackson-Washington State Forest

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Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

26mi from Henryville · 150 sites · Tents, RVs · in Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

General Butler Campground

35mi from Henryville · 104 sites · Tents, RVs · in General Butler State Resort Park

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Spring Mill Campground

37mi from Henryville · 224 sites · Tents, RVs · in Spring Mill State Park

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Taylorsville Lake Campground

44mi from Henryville · 70 sites · Tents, RVs · in Taylorsville Lake State Park

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Versailles Campground

47mi from Henryville · 220 sites · Tents, RVs · in Versailles State Park

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Patoka Lake Campground

49mi from Henryville · 445 sites · Tents, RVs · in Patoka Lake

Stories from the community

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Matias Ignacio

2 weeks ago

19 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Cera Sports Park and Campground

Quiet and beautiful place. Kids friendly. Clean bathrooms.

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Rob

September 2025

14 ft toy hauler

3 nights at Nighthawk Forest

🤩 wow! This camp offers a quiet location in the middle of Hoosier National Forest. Several easy to use pull through sites. The deck platform is a very nice touch in front of our camper! Plenty of water spigots around. Hot showers and fire wood onsite. What more could you ask for? The host was very attentive and checked on us daily.

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JimandCathleen

September 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Nighthawk Forest

Lovely place. Had it to ourselves. Quiet. Bathroom clean. Running water. Great night sky.

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Neleta

July 2025

22 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Cera Sports Park and Campground

Great location with lots to do. Would stay again if in the area. Bathrooms were clean.

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Liana

July 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Painter Creek Camp Resort

My husband and I loved our stay here! It was quiet, everyone was friendly, and there was so much there to keep us busy. One of our teenagers even stayed one night with us with their friend and loved it just as much! We are already thinking about staying seasonally. It’s just a short 30 minute drive from our house but made us feel like we were on a getaway.

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Todd

June 2025

30 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Cera Sports Park and Campground

Amazing campground. Amazing ball complex. We enjoyed camping on the water. And watching the ducks. And listening to the live music on Saturday night.

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Shinieke

May 2025

Tent

3 nights at Cera Sports Park and Campground

The electricity and water was very handy the front desk at the store were very helpful and this is just a great place to stay the showers and the toilet was very clean the park was very clean