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

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in the United States! If you're looking to camp near Metamora, Indiana and want to be near a lake, we've got you covered with over 300 options. Whether you're a seasoned camper or new to the outdoor adventure, there's something for everyone. Check out top campsites like Hidden Lake Farm (359 reviews), Fruitdale Farm (352 reviews), and Lake Farm (106 reviews) for tried and true favorites. With popular amenities like showers, pet-friendly spaces, and campfires, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Plus, you can enjoy activities such as biking, visiting historic sites, or off-roading (OHV) to make your camping experience truly memorable. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping trip near Metamora, Indiana!

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Old fashioned store front. This is where you will park your rig.

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for camping in the United States! If you're looking to camp near Metamora, Indiana and want to be near a lake, we've got you covered with over 300 options. Whether you're a seasoned camper or new to the outdoor adventure, there's something for everyone. Check out top campsites like Hidden Lake Farm (359 reviews), Fruitdale Farm (352 reviews), and Lake Farm (106 reviews) for tried and true favorites. With popular amenities like showers, pet-friendly spaces, and campfires, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay. Plus, you can enjoy activities such as biking, visiting historic sites, or off-roading (OHV) to make your camping experience truly memorable. So pack your gear and get ready for an unforgettable camping trip near Metamora, Indiana!

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1. Country Outpost RV Site

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43mi from Metamora · 1 site · RV · Hollansburg, OH

Looking for a couple acres all to yourself? Then overnight your self-contained RV at our retired Christmas tree farm. An active "choose-n-cut" tree farm until 2019, we're letting most of our farm grow wild with some deciduous trees also. There are walking trails throughout the "woods" and around our 3/4 acre fishing pond (catch n release please). Relax on the bench on the old country store porch or by the fire ring, fish, or stretch your legs and walk the dog. A pleasant, private, isolated spot in the country to overnight or spend a couple days. If you're a small family staying just one night, there is no "extra guest" fee for dependent children. Includes a 30 amp service hookup. Gravel parking lot angles slightly up hill. No tents, no swimming please. 2 nights max per stay. No bathrooms on site! Operated by Outpost Enterprises, LTD *** Ohio Revised Code Section 3729.15 *** WARNING: Under Ohio law, there is no liability for an injury to or death of a camper or visitor to this campground if that injury or death results from the risk inherent to camping. Inherent risks to camping include, but are not limited to, the risk of injury inherent to land features, equipment, animals, or the negligent actions of the camper or visitor. You are assuming the risk of participating in camping.

2. Cera Sports Park and Campground

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41mi from Metamora · 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.

3. The Love Shack Cabin Getaway

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35mi from Metamora · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Economy, IN

Cabin - sleeps 4 - with AC/Heat & Mini Fridge and hydrant water outside. No pets inside cabin. OR camp spot with 30 amp electric/hydrant water. If you're interested in using cabin & 30 amp service for camper, contact us before booking. Additional fee applies. There are covered areas you can take shelter under in case of poor weather. Bathroom consists of "outhouse." TP provided. No WiFi. Fish CATCH & RELEASE only!!!! Surveillance is now in place to aid in the prosecution situations. Two picnic tables are included, 1 plastic serving table and 6 chairs to sit in. One campfire ring (please do not burn trash/cig butts in rings) with grate to cook on. Firewood $6 per bundle paypable on Ven mo. Do not cut any of my trees down or go foraging - backside of pond is a wetland and private & protected property. Several docks around the pond to fish from - use at your own risk. There are no dedicated "walking trails," but you can walk around the backside of the one pond (we keep it mowed) and wander down the long lane. No official "cooking area" - bring a grill, cooking stove or cook over the fire. Please do not cook under any roof, near cabin or on plastic table. Please pack all your trash out. We don't have trash pick up here. All dog/animals feces can be flung in the field/tall grass! Lots of big catfish, bass & bluegill - see our F B page for videos of the fish being fed! If you're done fishing for the night or don't fish, bags of fish food are available for $1! It's fun to watch them! All food is stored in containers in shack. They like to eat in the morning or early evening. Also like hot dogs. You understand that swimming, camping, hiking and fishing is at your own risk and that special risks may be involved with swimming, camping, hiking and fishing. You accept full responsibility for any bodily injury arising from swimming, camping, hiking and fishing and hold owner harmless. You understand there are potential dangers that from swimming, camping, hiking and fishing may present to children who are not carefully supervised, as well as the danger to any person swimming, camping, hiking or fishing if a person has health risks, or if a person swims, camps, hikes or fishes while intoxicated or using any kind of drugs or medication, or while pregnant. You agree to be fully and solely responsible for any accidents you may incur. You understand the risks discussed above and agree that you will assume all responsibility for yourself and for the consequences of those in your party. You agree to waive any claim whatsoever against owner for accidents or claims arising from swimming, camping, hiking or fishing. All Hipcamp Guests in my party acknowledge and agree that they have read and understand this waiver and they acknowledge that confirming below constitutes a binding and enforceable contract between Hipcamp Guests and Hipcamp Host.

4. Little Cabin

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44mi from Metamora · 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!

Public campgrounds near Metamora

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Brookville Lake Campground

11mi from Metamora · 437 sites · Tents, RVs · in Brookville Lake

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Hueston Woods Campground

22mi from Metamora · 24 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hueston Woods State Park

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Versailles Campground

27mi from Metamora · 220 sites · Tents, RVs · in Versailles State Park

My friends and I hang out around the "naked tree" in the mornings to get the best photo ops.

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Summit Lake Campground

41mi from Metamora · 124 sites · Tents, RVs · in Summit Lake State Park

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Big Bone Lick Campground

44mi from Metamora · 60 sites · Tents, RVs · in Big Bone Lick State Historic Site

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.

Trish

October 2025

28 ft Class C

1 night at Country Outpost RV Site

Beautiful area with site well maintained. We again enjoyed biking and fishing . Sunsets stunning .

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Sheila

September 2025

18 ft campervan

1 night at Country Outpost RV Site

Lovely, quiet spot offering a respite from I70 travel. Was perfect.

mohamad

August 2025

22 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Country Outpost RV Site

It was perfect would definitely come back I love how quiet it was at night time.

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Nate

August 2025

27 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Country Outpost RV Site

Clean and quiet. A nice stop to relax and unwind.

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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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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.

Richard

June 2025

17 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Country Outpost RV Site

I enjoyed my stay at the Outpost. Such a quiet country seeing. The parking area is nice and level. It's nice to relax among the shade trees in the hammock. I was going to drop a line into the pond but it started raining.

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Kim

May 2025

27 ft Class C

1 night at Country Outpost RV Site

This site served well for an overnight stay on my way through the area. It was easy to set up and the 30amp service worked without any issues. I did not need to add any water to my freshwater tank, so I didn’t look for a hose connection.

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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

Kimberly

May 2025

25 ft Class C

Weekend Trip to Country Outpost RV Site

This RV site was exactly what we were looking for. Super easy to find and located in a peaceful, quiet spot. The fire pit was great and we loved hanging out by the pond and listening to the birds (and farmers in the background). Allen was nice - checked in on us to make sure everything was good, but also gave us our space to enjoy his place. The listing is truthful with its "picnic table present . . . use with caution". We were glad to have a tablecloth and seat covers for the picnic table but it was sturdier than expected. We had a great time and will be back to the Outpost again, I'm sure.

Mark

April 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Country Outpost RV Site

My wife and I stayed at the outpost this weekend. It was an easy drive up state routes and county roads. We arrived at the location and immediately knew how to park. We used the two lane, untraveled road in front of the outpost to easily back our 25 foot RV into place. There was room to spare with the RV and my 19 ft F150 still hooked up. You could get a 45footer on the gravel lot. It was very quiet. We enjoyed our stayed and even did a little fishing. We caught 2 MASSIVE bluegills and a few small bass right from our chairs. There is a 30 amp service, but no water or sewer ( we dumped at Camper's Inn in TippCity/Troy, Ohio). We would definitely visit again. We met the owner - He was very cordial and you can tell he loves his property! A++

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Jan

February 2025

10 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Country Outpost RV Site

Allen’s beautiful land was nestled between fields on all sides. He was very welcoming and let me know what to expect during my stay, i.e. paths, fire ring, parking, etc. It was very tranquil and quiet with little traffic on this country road in Ohio’s quintessential farmland.