The best lakeside camping near Milltown

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Camp lakeside in Milltown and choose from over 1,650 options tailored for water lovers. Sites ring the shoreline and dot the woods, with prices averaging $40 but dropping as low as $15 per night. Top picks like Lake View camping (81 reviews), Hill Springs Campground (48 reviews), and Nighthawk Forest (9 reviews) draw regulars for their easy access to swimming, fishing, and hiking. Most sites allow campfires, and showers and toilets are standard. Pack your rod and boots—you’ll want to explore the trails and cast a line before dusk settles over the lake.

95% (199) 24 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Milltown

Tar Springs 2

1. Tar Springs 2

98%
(32)
43mi from Milltown · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Historic property once a health resort in the 1840's, lodging rooms available, men's and women's restrooms and showers, lockers, kitchenette, optional breakfast, private 16 acre lake, fishing and boats available, dock, natural springs and rock formations enclose the valley, hiking, camping sites and primitive camping available. Original property was considered for a training camp facility for Mohammed Ali. For your safety, no arrivals after dark.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$35
 / night
Hill Springs Campground

2. Hill Springs Campground

100%
(68)
26mi from Milltown · 15 sites · Tents, RVs
Hill Springs Campground is nestled on our 120-acre family farm, and we’re proud to be the third generation to care for this little piece of paradise. Tucked away in the heart of 'God’s country,' our campground offers peace and quiet, miles from the nearest town. The rolling hills provide hay for our cows and wood for the stove, and we take great pride in sharing this beautiful spot with you. Each site offers the chance to unwind by the pond, pick wild blackberries, or hike through our woods. Fire pits are available at all sites. Our sites are simple—no water, electricity, or internet—but generators are welcome, and we provide a toilet on-site. Please remember to pack out all your trash, including cigarette butts. For a glimpse of what to expect, check out a few videos of the campground on our Facebook page, 'hillspringcampground.' We’re also close to plenty of activities: Patoka Lake is just 3 miles away, with 8,800 acres of water, 26,000 sq. feet of land, and a variety of outdoor fun—boating, fishing, hiking, and even a winery. Historic French Lick and West Baden are 16 miles away, offering everything from casinos to a scenic railway, golf courses, a spa, a wildlife park, and the stunning West Baden Springs Hotel, known as the 'Eighth Wonder of the World.' The city of Jasper is 14 miles away, with a charming riverwalk, museums, parks, and food trucks to explore. The small town of Dubois is just 4.5 miles away, with local taverns, a gas station, and a True Value store. At Hill Springs, you can be as close or as far away from the action as you want to be. We’re excited to share this experience with you and welcome your feedback as we start this journey with Hipcamp. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions! Bryan and Nicole
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$28
 / night
Lake View camping

3. Lake View camping

98%
(147)
47mi from Milltown · 20 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
30 years ago this was a pay lake it has been shut down for years. I got it a few years ago for a family getaway. So there is some really nice fish in the lakes. We have a outside kitchen with a gas grill, gas griddle and sink.we also have a sink for your use. There is also a toilet with a flushing toilet.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$16
 / night
Patoka Lake

4. Patoka Lake

100%
(1)
445 sites · Birdseye, Indiana
Discover plenty to do on the water at Indiana's second-largest lake.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Deam Lake State Recreation Area

5. Deam Lake State Recreation Area

100%
(3)
215 sites · Borden, Indiana
Find your lake life vibes in southern Indiana.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Painter Creek Camp Resort

6. Painter Creek Camp Resort

79%
(7)
19mi from Milltown · 2 sites · RVs
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!
Pets
Full hookups
from 
$40
 / night
Nighthawk Forest

7. Nighthawk Forest

100%
(16)
17mi from Milltown · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$30
 / night
Ferdinand State Forest

8. Ferdinand State Forest

57 sites · Birdseye, Indiana
Discover the natural charm of Ferdinand State Forest and its myriad of outdoor activities.
Campfires
Toilets
Potable water
Spring Mill State Park

9. Spring Mill State Park

100%
(2)
224 sites · Mitchell, Indiana
See how pioneers lived and learn about outer space at this southern Indiana park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Jackson-Washington State Forest

10. Jackson-Washington State Forest

48 sites · Little York, Indiana
Discover the rugged beauty of Jackson-Washington State Forest.
Campfires
Toilets
Picnic table
Martin State Forest

11. Martin State Forest

26 sites · Shoals, Indiana
Discover the natural splendor of Martin State Forest and its myriad of outdoor activities.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

12. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

100%
(6)
150 sites · Vallonia, Indiana
Discover the natural charm of Starve Hollow State Recreation Area.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Lincoln State Park

13. Lincoln State Park

299 sites · Gentryville, Indiana
Lincoln State Park: A Tribute to Nature and History.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Hardy Lake

14. Hardy Lake

162 sites · Deputy, Indiana
Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets

Camp lakeside in Milltown and choose from over 1,650 options tailored for water lovers. Sites ring the shoreline and dot the woods, with prices averaging $40 but dropping as low as $15 per night. Top picks like Lake View camping (81 reviews), Hill Springs Campground (48 reviews), and Nighthawk Forest (9 reviews) draw regulars for their easy access to swimming, fishing, and hiking. Most sites allow campfires, and showers and toilets are standard. Pack your rod and boots—you’ll want to explore the trails and cast a line before dusk settles over the lake.

95% (199) 24 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Milltown

Tar Springs 2

1. Tar Springs 2

98%
(32)
43mi from Milltown · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Historic property once a health resort in the 1840's, lodging rooms available, men's and women's restrooms and showers, lockers, kitchenette, optional breakfast, private 16 acre lake, fishing and boats available, dock, natural springs and rock formations enclose the valley, hiking, camping sites and primitive camping available. Original property was considered for a training camp facility for Mohammed Ali. For your safety, no arrivals after dark.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from 
$35
 / night
Hill Springs Campground

2. Hill Springs Campground

100%
(68)
26mi from Milltown · 15 sites · Tents, RVs
Hill Springs Campground is nestled on our 120-acre family farm, and we’re proud to be the third generation to care for this little piece of paradise. Tucked away in the heart of 'God’s country,' our campground offers peace and quiet, miles from the nearest town. The rolling hills provide hay for our cows and wood for the stove, and we take great pride in sharing this beautiful spot with you. Each site offers the chance to unwind by the pond, pick wild blackberries, or hike through our woods. Fire pits are available at all sites. Our sites are simple—no water, electricity, or internet—but generators are welcome, and we provide a toilet on-site. Please remember to pack out all your trash, including cigarette butts. For a glimpse of what to expect, check out a few videos of the campground on our Facebook page, 'hillspringcampground.' We’re also close to plenty of activities: Patoka Lake is just 3 miles away, with 8,800 acres of water, 26,000 sq. feet of land, and a variety of outdoor fun—boating, fishing, hiking, and even a winery. Historic French Lick and West Baden are 16 miles away, offering everything from casinos to a scenic railway, golf courses, a spa, a wildlife park, and the stunning West Baden Springs Hotel, known as the 'Eighth Wonder of the World.' The city of Jasper is 14 miles away, with a charming riverwalk, museums, parks, and food trucks to explore. The small town of Dubois is just 4.5 miles away, with local taverns, a gas station, and a True Value store. At Hill Springs, you can be as close or as far away from the action as you want to be. We’re excited to share this experience with you and welcome your feedback as we start this journey with Hipcamp. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions! Bryan and Nicole
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$28
 / night
Lake View camping

3. Lake View camping

98%
(147)
47mi from Milltown · 20 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
30 years ago this was a pay lake it has been shut down for years. I got it a few years ago for a family getaway. So there is some really nice fish in the lakes. We have a outside kitchen with a gas grill, gas griddle and sink.we also have a sink for your use. There is also a toilet with a flushing toilet.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$16
 / night
Patoka Lake

4. Patoka Lake

100%
(1)
445 sites · Birdseye, Indiana
Discover plenty to do on the water at Indiana's second-largest lake.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Deam Lake State Recreation Area

5. Deam Lake State Recreation Area

100%
(3)
215 sites · Borden, Indiana
Find your lake life vibes in southern Indiana.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Painter Creek Camp Resort

6. Painter Creek Camp Resort

79%
(7)
19mi from Milltown · 2 sites · RVs
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!
Pets
Full hookups
from 
$40
 / night
Nighthawk Forest

7. Nighthawk Forest

100%
(16)
17mi from Milltown · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$30
 / night
Ferdinand State Forest

8. Ferdinand State Forest

57 sites · Birdseye, Indiana
Discover the natural charm of Ferdinand State Forest and its myriad of outdoor activities.
Campfires
Toilets
Potable water
Spring Mill State Park

9. Spring Mill State Park

100%
(2)
224 sites · Mitchell, Indiana
See how pioneers lived and learn about outer space at this southern Indiana park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Jackson-Washington State Forest

10. Jackson-Washington State Forest

48 sites · Little York, Indiana
Discover the rugged beauty of Jackson-Washington State Forest.
Campfires
Toilets
Picnic table
Martin State Forest

11. Martin State Forest

26 sites · Shoals, Indiana
Discover the natural splendor of Martin State Forest and its myriad of outdoor activities.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

12. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

100%
(6)
150 sites · Vallonia, Indiana
Discover the natural charm of Starve Hollow State Recreation Area.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Lincoln State Park

13. Lincoln State Park

299 sites · Gentryville, Indiana
Lincoln State Park: A Tribute to Nature and History.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Hardy Lake

14. Hardy Lake

162 sites · Deputy, Indiana
Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets

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