98% (1.4K) • 61 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near North Vernon
Hones Pointe Campground
1. Hones Pointe Campground
97%
(842)
38mi from North Vernon · 36 sites · Tents, RVs
Hones Pointe was established in 1988. It was built by four insurance agents to elude our sales managers so we could enjoy a unique natural setting. Over the years, we have planted many different varieties of trees and perennials to observe. Also evidence exists of this area being an Indian camp long ago as suggested by arrowheads and an old handmade rock wall.
Primitive camping where you can pick your own scenic spot. We will furnish picnic table, fire ring, garbage can, and charcoal grill during your campout.
Welcome!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$32
/ night
Rockytop Family Farms
2. Rockytop Family Farms
97%
(43)
33mi from North Vernon · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
**25 Minutes north of Louisville, KY**
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RV Site on our family land.
30 AND 50 amp electric, water, sewer.
Fire-pit with seating, free firewood provided. Trash can provided.
Next-door to Yankeetown Area/indoor roping arena. If you participate in the rodeo at Yankeetown, utilize our site with hookups for your horse trailer!
Nearby access to the Knobstone trail access point.
Just a few miles away from LM Sugarbush; Indiana's largest annual Maple Syrup Festival.
Long gravel driveway; 1/4 mile or more off of State Rd 160. We border the Clark-State Forestry. We have a small farm pond that's full of fish; no license required.
Bring your fishing pole and have fun!
Expect to hear chickens, guineas, pigs, dogs barking, kids playing. You may hear a tractor, lawn mower, or gator ATV go by as we are always busy doing something.
Your pets are welcome, but keep in mind that this property is patrolled by two large Great Pyrenees dogs, and while they are friendly to people, they are territorial and have been aggressive towards other dogs until they become friends. For the safety of all the dogs, your pets must be contained/on a leash at least until all of the dogs can get to know each other.
We are 5 miles from I-65, and 19 miles north of Louisville, KY.
Verizon phone/data service is good; can't confirm others.
Pets
Campfires
Full hookups
from
$26
/ night
Hidden Valley River Camp
3. Hidden Valley River Camp
99%
(200)
36mi from North Vernon · 4 sites · Tents
Beautiful valley on the Ohio River with 300 feet of beach front, private boat dock, covered 20x30 community pavilion and a large fire pit. A beautiful creek to explore, very secluded and off the beaten path with lots of wildlife to enjoy.Learn more about this land:Beautiful private Valley setting on the Ohio River with private boat dock. Creek bed with rocks and fossils. 2 covered pavillions and fire pit and eagles and wildlife There is a mile gravel road and steep hill is why no rv's. Cars and trucks have no problems.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$42
/ night
Hardy Lake
4. Hardy Lake
162 sites · Deputy, Indiana
Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Clifty Falls State Park
5. Clifty Falls State Park
86%
(9)
164 sites · Madison, Indiana
With a name like this, the outdoor fun is obvious.
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Electrical hookup
Toilets
Carriage House Farm
6. Carriage House Farm
95%
(111)
46mi from North Vernon · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
We are an Ohio Century Farm located in historic North Bend, Ohio. Single-family owned since 1855, our farm is located only 20 minutes outside of downtown Cincinnati but feels as if you are in the country side. Our campsites are located within a easy 5 minute walk of our on-farm distillery, winery, market, and food truck.
Part of our 300 acre property is part of the conservation easement that makes up the "Oxbow," a migratory bird and waterfowl area that is popular among birdwatchers in the spring and autumn seasons. We have a large eagle population along with a host of other raptors.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$39
/ night
Away at Green Hill
7. Away at Green Hill
100%
(328)
47mi from North Vernon · 9 sites · Tents, RVs
Fall is finally here. It's so Welcomed - summer was brutal - either 95 degrees/95% humidity or raging storms! So cool temps & beautiful leaves are looking good. NOTE: many weekends are already booked through Oct so get yours booked asap
Entry point to western Boone County in Northern Kentucky, neighbor to Cincinnati, Rabbit Hash, Indiana the Ohio River, this 27 acre property marks a geographical change from rolling farmland to steep, forested hillsides. Our end-of-the road, ridgetop property means privacy. Our isolated campsites are surrounded by woods full of turkey, deer, owls, and woodpeckers. Onsite there are wide, easy strolling paths, a growing number of single-track hiking trails, open fields, and forest. And if not booked, a historic log home to explore and do some porch sitting. A great place for solo campers, friends, and families, whether newbies or experienced. Drive-in sites make unloading/loading easy peasey.
Standard amenities include privacy - we only book two sites at any time, which are far apart from each other and surrounded by woods. Also, an exceptional outhouse, tables, fire rings, lanterns, Welcome kit (paper, fatwood, lighter, candle). And onsite firewood purchased during booking or while onsite.
Site 1 - Open Sky accommodates solo or the group, tents to small campers. It comes with extra amenities: hammock, trampoline, (badminton & cornhole by request). It's also closest to the cabin, strolling trails, firewood shed, outhouse.
Site 2 - Gobbler's Knob is a more cozy space - a small rise surrounded by forest. A short walk from the outhouse and firewood shed. It can accommodate pop-ups, small pull-behinds, tents, hammocks. Vehicles can park on site or park at site entrance, just 50'.
Site 3 - Henry's Holler. By request only. For 4WD overlanders only. Read site description in full before requesting.
Boating, kayaking, biking, hiking, or lazing about in tiny riverfront towns minutes away, The curvy, scenic roads lead quickly out of the paved civilization of Union, Kentucky to us and onto the Rabbit Hash General Store, the Ohio River,, historic Dinsmore Homestead and State Nature Preserve, Middle Creek Park, and Big Bone State Park "Home to Modern Vertebrate Paleontology" or the Creation Museum. Do nothing or do something.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$22
/ night
Camping Along the Old Bison Trail
8. Camping Along the Old Bison Trail
96%
(56)
49mi from North Vernon · 21 sites · Tents, RVs
Peaceful Secluded Campsites are what you want. Several beautiful settings will be what you get and much much more.
Our campsites lie along the Old Buffalo Trace, the name given by early pioneers to the massive trail left by centuries of migrating bison that traveled right through this property.
Making their way between salt and mineral licks along the Ohio and Kentucky Rivers, these herds were part of the plentiful wild game which was the reason so many local native tribes referred to old "Cain-tuk-ee" as their "Happy Hunting Ground".
Our 7 campsites are constructed on "The Old Coates Homestead" where we make our home in the original 1858 Homestead house which we recently restored and where we make our delicious gourmet foods. (learn more here: www.steepleviewfarmstore.com)
We have sites to fit everyone's needs. Five sites are accessible by vehicle. Two are "walk in" only.
The vehicle accessible sites range from sites for one tent, pop up or van campers, to our featured site "Thistledown Gathering Place" which a large group size setting great for scouting trips, church groups, multi-family camping and parties of up to 16 people.
Each site has a fire ring, fire wood is available for purchase, we offer clean and well maintained portable toilets, municipal drinking water, hiking trails, and lots and lots of wildlife to help you commune with the absolute beauty of this peaceful farm named Steepleview Farm (learn more here: www.steepleviewfarm.com).
But camping isn't the only reason to choose Steepleview Farm. It becomes base camp for so many people looking to take in the amazing itinerary of activities so close by. Here are just a few:
The Ark Encounter
The Creation Museum
Historic Old Frankfort (state capitol) with historic home and capitol tours
Historic Madison Indiana, a river captains town of magnificent homes and a quaint little town for strolling, or the Madison Regatta or the BBQ festival
Big Bone Lick State Park, massive prehistoric dinosaur dig
Buffalo Trace Distillery
Neeley Family Distillery
Belterra Casino
Clifty Falls State Park
Old Frankfort Cemetery, burial site of Daniel and Rebecca Boone
and so much more....
And don't forget, the history of this place makes your stay that much more than just a night in a campground. You will be sleeping among the spirits of history, the native Americans who hunted this land, the earliest pioneers who mapped it for the expansion west, the early 1800's homesteaders who cleared and worked the land with teams of horses, the centuries of tobacco farmers who shipped their goods to market on the many rivers and streams that surround you.
We work very hard to make this THE best camping destination you will find anywhere. And, upcoming.........Pioneer Log Cabins. We have recently acquired a collection of log cabins for a true to life, historic reenactment staycation.
We are fortunate that one of the cabins was the frontier church known as "Shilo Baptist Church" from 1830-1840. The pastor of this church baptized Abraham Lincoln's father and is credited with having changed his attitudes toward ending slavery.
Our hiking trails and nature trails bring you lots of knowledge, peace, shade, cool breezes and you can bring your horse (no motorized recreational vehicles) oh and lots of wildlife viewing.
Here are a few of our featured campsites:
REDBUD MEADOW: Our first campsite used by hundreds of people over the years.
A secluded lawn in the midst of redbud trees, easy to drive to and from with a pile of firewood and a metal fire ring.
The premier site on our property.
THE BAPTISMAL POND: As history goes the pond in front of this site was used in the 1800's for baptisms for the church visible from everywhere on the farm, thus our name.
This is a tent site, easy to drive into and out of, fires permitted in season.
THISTLEDOWN GATHERING PLACE: This is a very large meadow, surrounded by trees with the capacity for large groups, many tents and gatherings of lots of people.
Very level, easy in and out with vehicles. Fires permitted in season.
WHITETAIL SANCTUARY: Every night for decades a herd of whitetail deer graze in this pastoral setting.
Drive in and out, fires in season.
Suitable for a family sized tent.
THE PENNINSULA:
This camping spot is WALK IN ONLY.
You can drive to the trailhead on grass and walk the path to the campsite (about 200 yards).
One of two remote sites.
It sits in the woods, on the bank of a wet weather creek which flows around two sides of the campsite.
Fires permitted in season.
TOTEM TREES: This site is WALK IN ONLY.
A short hike down the hill from the grass parking area and you have a small spot for a tent, in the woods, surrounded by trees and a lot of standing dead ash which appear as if you are in the presence of totem poles.
NO OPEN FIRES. MUST USE BACKPACKER STOVE AND FLAMELESS LIGHTING.
SPOTTED FAWN HIDEAWAY: This totally secluded walk in campsite is suitable for a small tent only AND PERFECT FOR HAMMOCK CAMPING.
NO FIRES as the site benefits from the shade and protection of overhanging cedar trees and the ground is covered in cedar needles. NO OPEN FIRES. MUST USE BACKPACKER STOVE AND FLAMELESS LIGHTING.
SO WHAT'S OUR STORY?
https://steepleviewfarm.com/our-history
So many great people, so many great stories and so many opportunities to share the blessings of our little piece of heaven with you.
We hope to see you here.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Cabins at Guthrie Meadows
9. Cabins at Guthrie Meadows
98%
(96)
42mi from North Vernon · 4 sites · Lodging
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!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$88
/ night
Versailles State Park
10. Versailles State Park
100%
(3)
220 sites · Versailles, Indiana
Discover Versailles State Park's rich history and outdoor adventures.
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Hoosier National Forest
11. Hoosier National Forest
88%
(13)
252 sites · Paoli, Indiana
See the wilderness of southern Indiana from the Ohio River to just south of Bloomington.
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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
Jackson-Washington State Forest
13. Jackson-Washington State Forest
48 sites · Little York, Indiana
Discover the rugged beauty of Jackson-Washington State Forest.
Campfires
Toilets
Picnic table
Nayture's Hilltop Farm
14. Nayture's Hilltop Farm
100%
(129)
28mi from North Vernon · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful wooded 36 acre property in Brown County; 2 large fishing ponds, each with a dock; paddle boat available for use; 1+ mile hiking trail around property; 9-hole Frisbee Golf Course; water spicket available; outhouse available. 9 miles to Brown County State Park North Gate; 4.8 miles to historic Story Inn; 12 miles to downtown Nashville.
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from
$32
/ night
Nightfall Farm
15. Nightfall Farm
100%
(74)
15mi from North Vernon · 2 sites · Lodging
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.
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$60
/ night
Kerr creek
16. Kerr creek
100%
(20)
44mi from North Vernon · 1 site · RV
Learn more about this land:Level field next to Kerr creek for camping next to your car. Multiple wooded sites on hills next to State Forrest if you willing to hike. Close to Yellowwood and Brown County State Forrests.
Pets
from
$26
/ night
Turkey Hill Homestead
17. Turkey Hill Homestead
88%
(4)
50mi from North Vernon · 5 sites · Tents
Hidden Gem in rural Kentucky near I-71 within a hour of Cincinnati, Louisville and Lexington. Nested in the middle of the KY bourbon trail.
Pond, Creek, Valley(Hollows) surrounding property.
Offering the following to our guest:
Campground
Fishing
Offroading
Hiking
Hunting
Wild life watching
Petting farm
Pick and pay fresh produce
100+ acres of choose your own spot camping
Power outlets , tents available on request
Allows pets
There is a half mile gravel drive way and a steep hill that is while no RVs.
Pets
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from
$24
/ night
Backroads Vineyard LLC
18. Backroads Vineyard LLC
98%
(22)
37mi from North Vernon · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
19 acre farm with Winery. We have 2 ponds and small trails in woods. Few fire rings and winery pavillion. Outdoor bathroom with flushing toliet and running water. Picnic table area. Easy access for RVs. 8 min from Metamora 10 min from Haspin acres. 30 min from Brookville lake. Whitewater trails
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from
$100
/ night
Clearview Christmas Tree Farm
19. Clearview Christmas Tree Farm
100%
(2)
40mi from North Vernon · 8 sites · Tents
Welcome to our charming Christmas tree farm, situated in the serene landscapes of rural Rush County. Spanning approximately 3-4 acres, the camping area is carefully dispersed among towering trees. Embrace the tranquility far removed from city life, allowing you to relish the abundance of wildlife and the crisp, refreshing country air. Encounter our amiable resident alpacas, adding a delightful touch to your stay. While you bask in the rural ambiance, rest assured that the convenience of reaching a town is within a 7-mile radius in any direction.
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from
$35
/ night
M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE
20. M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE
88%
(17)
42mi from North Vernon · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
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$30
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98% (1.4K) • 61 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near North Vernon
Hones Pointe Campground
1. Hones Pointe Campground
97%
(842)
38mi from North Vernon · 36 sites · Tents, RVs
Hones Pointe was established in 1988. It was built by four insurance agents to elude our sales managers so we could enjoy a unique natural setting. Over the years, we have planted many different varieties of trees and perennials to observe. Also evidence exists of this area being an Indian camp long ago as suggested by arrowheads and an old handmade rock wall.
Primitive camping where you can pick your own scenic spot. We will furnish picnic table, fire ring, garbage can, and charcoal grill during your campout.
Welcome!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$32
/ night
Rockytop Family Farms
2. Rockytop Family Farms
97%
(43)
33mi from North Vernon · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
**25 Minutes north of Louisville, KY**
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RV Site on our family land.
30 AND 50 amp electric, water, sewer.
Fire-pit with seating, free firewood provided. Trash can provided.
Next-door to Yankeetown Area/indoor roping arena. If you participate in the rodeo at Yankeetown, utilize our site with hookups for your horse trailer!
Nearby access to the Knobstone trail access point.
Just a few miles away from LM Sugarbush; Indiana's largest annual Maple Syrup Festival.
Long gravel driveway; 1/4 mile or more off of State Rd 160. We border the Clark-State Forestry. We have a small farm pond that's full of fish; no license required.
Bring your fishing pole and have fun!
Expect to hear chickens, guineas, pigs, dogs barking, kids playing. You may hear a tractor, lawn mower, or gator ATV go by as we are always busy doing something.
Your pets are welcome, but keep in mind that this property is patrolled by two large Great Pyrenees dogs, and while they are friendly to people, they are territorial and have been aggressive towards other dogs until they become friends. For the safety of all the dogs, your pets must be contained/on a leash at least until all of the dogs can get to know each other.
We are 5 miles from I-65, and 19 miles north of Louisville, KY.
Verizon phone/data service is good; can't confirm others.
Pets
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Full hookups
from
$26
/ night
Hidden Valley River Camp
3. Hidden Valley River Camp
99%
(200)
36mi from North Vernon · 4 sites · Tents
Beautiful valley on the Ohio River with 300 feet of beach front, private boat dock, covered 20x30 community pavilion and a large fire pit. A beautiful creek to explore, very secluded and off the beaten path with lots of wildlife to enjoy.Learn more about this land:Beautiful private Valley setting on the Ohio River with private boat dock. Creek bed with rocks and fossils. 2 covered pavillions and fire pit and eagles and wildlife There is a mile gravel road and steep hill is why no rv's. Cars and trucks have no problems.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$42
/ night
Hardy Lake
4. Hardy Lake
162 sites · Deputy, Indiana
Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Clifty Falls State Park
5. Clifty Falls State Park
86%
(9)
164 sites · Madison, Indiana
With a name like this, the outdoor fun is obvious.
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Electrical hookup
Toilets
Carriage House Farm
6. Carriage House Farm
95%
(111)
46mi from North Vernon · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
We are an Ohio Century Farm located in historic North Bend, Ohio. Single-family owned since 1855, our farm is located only 20 minutes outside of downtown Cincinnati but feels as if you are in the country side. Our campsites are located within a easy 5 minute walk of our on-farm distillery, winery, market, and food truck.
Part of our 300 acre property is part of the conservation easement that makes up the "Oxbow," a migratory bird and waterfowl area that is popular among birdwatchers in the spring and autumn seasons. We have a large eagle population along with a host of other raptors.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$39
/ night
Away at Green Hill
7. Away at Green Hill
100%
(328)
47mi from North Vernon · 9 sites · Tents, RVs
Fall is finally here. It's so Welcomed - summer was brutal - either 95 degrees/95% humidity or raging storms! So cool temps & beautiful leaves are looking good. NOTE: many weekends are already booked through Oct so get yours booked asap
Entry point to western Boone County in Northern Kentucky, neighbor to Cincinnati, Rabbit Hash, Indiana the Ohio River, this 27 acre property marks a geographical change from rolling farmland to steep, forested hillsides. Our end-of-the road, ridgetop property means privacy. Our isolated campsites are surrounded by woods full of turkey, deer, owls, and woodpeckers. Onsite there are wide, easy strolling paths, a growing number of single-track hiking trails, open fields, and forest. And if not booked, a historic log home to explore and do some porch sitting. A great place for solo campers, friends, and families, whether newbies or experienced. Drive-in sites make unloading/loading easy peasey.
Standard amenities include privacy - we only book two sites at any time, which are far apart from each other and surrounded by woods. Also, an exceptional outhouse, tables, fire rings, lanterns, Welcome kit (paper, fatwood, lighter, candle). And onsite firewood purchased during booking or while onsite.
Site 1 - Open Sky accommodates solo or the group, tents to small campers. It comes with extra amenities: hammock, trampoline, (badminton & cornhole by request). It's also closest to the cabin, strolling trails, firewood shed, outhouse.
Site 2 - Gobbler's Knob is a more cozy space - a small rise surrounded by forest. A short walk from the outhouse and firewood shed. It can accommodate pop-ups, small pull-behinds, tents, hammocks. Vehicles can park on site or park at site entrance, just 50'.
Site 3 - Henry's Holler. By request only. For 4WD overlanders only. Read site description in full before requesting.
Boating, kayaking, biking, hiking, or lazing about in tiny riverfront towns minutes away, The curvy, scenic roads lead quickly out of the paved civilization of Union, Kentucky to us and onto the Rabbit Hash General Store, the Ohio River,, historic Dinsmore Homestead and State Nature Preserve, Middle Creek Park, and Big Bone State Park "Home to Modern Vertebrate Paleontology" or the Creation Museum. Do nothing or do something.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$22
/ night
Camping Along the Old Bison Trail
8. Camping Along the Old Bison Trail
96%
(56)
49mi from North Vernon · 21 sites · Tents, RVs
Peaceful Secluded Campsites are what you want. Several beautiful settings will be what you get and much much more.
Our campsites lie along the Old Buffalo Trace, the name given by early pioneers to the massive trail left by centuries of migrating bison that traveled right through this property.
Making their way between salt and mineral licks along the Ohio and Kentucky Rivers, these herds were part of the plentiful wild game which was the reason so many local native tribes referred to old "Cain-tuk-ee" as their "Happy Hunting Ground".
Our 7 campsites are constructed on "The Old Coates Homestead" where we make our home in the original 1858 Homestead house which we recently restored and where we make our delicious gourmet foods. (learn more here: www.steepleviewfarmstore.com)
We have sites to fit everyone's needs. Five sites are accessible by vehicle. Two are "walk in" only.
The vehicle accessible sites range from sites for one tent, pop up or van campers, to our featured site "Thistledown Gathering Place" which a large group size setting great for scouting trips, church groups, multi-family camping and parties of up to 16 people.
Each site has a fire ring, fire wood is available for purchase, we offer clean and well maintained portable toilets, municipal drinking water, hiking trails, and lots and lots of wildlife to help you commune with the absolute beauty of this peaceful farm named Steepleview Farm (learn more here: www.steepleviewfarm.com).
But camping isn't the only reason to choose Steepleview Farm. It becomes base camp for so many people looking to take in the amazing itinerary of activities so close by. Here are just a few:
The Ark Encounter
The Creation Museum
Historic Old Frankfort (state capitol) with historic home and capitol tours
Historic Madison Indiana, a river captains town of magnificent homes and a quaint little town for strolling, or the Madison Regatta or the BBQ festival
Big Bone Lick State Park, massive prehistoric dinosaur dig
Buffalo Trace Distillery
Neeley Family Distillery
Belterra Casino
Clifty Falls State Park
Old Frankfort Cemetery, burial site of Daniel and Rebecca Boone
and so much more....
And don't forget, the history of this place makes your stay that much more than just a night in a campground. You will be sleeping among the spirits of history, the native Americans who hunted this land, the earliest pioneers who mapped it for the expansion west, the early 1800's homesteaders who cleared and worked the land with teams of horses, the centuries of tobacco farmers who shipped their goods to market on the many rivers and streams that surround you.
We work very hard to make this THE best camping destination you will find anywhere. And, upcoming.........Pioneer Log Cabins. We have recently acquired a collection of log cabins for a true to life, historic reenactment staycation.
We are fortunate that one of the cabins was the frontier church known as "Shilo Baptist Church" from 1830-1840. The pastor of this church baptized Abraham Lincoln's father and is credited with having changed his attitudes toward ending slavery.
Our hiking trails and nature trails bring you lots of knowledge, peace, shade, cool breezes and you can bring your horse (no motorized recreational vehicles) oh and lots of wildlife viewing.
Here are a few of our featured campsites:
REDBUD MEADOW: Our first campsite used by hundreds of people over the years.
A secluded lawn in the midst of redbud trees, easy to drive to and from with a pile of firewood and a metal fire ring.
The premier site on our property.
THE BAPTISMAL POND: As history goes the pond in front of this site was used in the 1800's for baptisms for the church visible from everywhere on the farm, thus our name.
This is a tent site, easy to drive into and out of, fires permitted in season.
THISTLEDOWN GATHERING PLACE: This is a very large meadow, surrounded by trees with the capacity for large groups, many tents and gatherings of lots of people.
Very level, easy in and out with vehicles. Fires permitted in season.
WHITETAIL SANCTUARY: Every night for decades a herd of whitetail deer graze in this pastoral setting.
Drive in and out, fires in season.
Suitable for a family sized tent.
THE PENNINSULA:
This camping spot is WALK IN ONLY.
You can drive to the trailhead on grass and walk the path to the campsite (about 200 yards).
One of two remote sites.
It sits in the woods, on the bank of a wet weather creek which flows around two sides of the campsite.
Fires permitted in season.
TOTEM TREES: This site is WALK IN ONLY.
A short hike down the hill from the grass parking area and you have a small spot for a tent, in the woods, surrounded by trees and a lot of standing dead ash which appear as if you are in the presence of totem poles.
NO OPEN FIRES. MUST USE BACKPACKER STOVE AND FLAMELESS LIGHTING.
SPOTTED FAWN HIDEAWAY: This totally secluded walk in campsite is suitable for a small tent only AND PERFECT FOR HAMMOCK CAMPING.
NO FIRES as the site benefits from the shade and protection of overhanging cedar trees and the ground is covered in cedar needles. NO OPEN FIRES. MUST USE BACKPACKER STOVE AND FLAMELESS LIGHTING.
SO WHAT'S OUR STORY?
https://steepleviewfarm.com/our-history
So many great people, so many great stories and so many opportunities to share the blessings of our little piece of heaven with you.
We hope to see you here.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Cabins at Guthrie Meadows
9. Cabins at Guthrie Meadows
98%
(96)
42mi from North Vernon · 4 sites · Lodging
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!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$88
/ night
Versailles State Park
10. Versailles State Park
100%
(3)
220 sites · Versailles, Indiana
Discover Versailles State Park's rich history and outdoor adventures.
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Hoosier National Forest
11. Hoosier National Forest
88%
(13)
252 sites · Paoli, Indiana
See the wilderness of southern Indiana from the Ohio River to just south of Bloomington.
Toilets
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Showers
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
Jackson-Washington State Forest
13. Jackson-Washington State Forest
48 sites · Little York, Indiana
Discover the rugged beauty of Jackson-Washington State Forest.
Campfires
Toilets
Picnic table
Nayture's Hilltop Farm
14. Nayture's Hilltop Farm
100%
(129)
28mi from North Vernon · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Beautiful wooded 36 acre property in Brown County; 2 large fishing ponds, each with a dock; paddle boat available for use; 1+ mile hiking trail around property; 9-hole Frisbee Golf Course; water spicket available; outhouse available. 9 miles to Brown County State Park North Gate; 4.8 miles to historic Story Inn; 12 miles to downtown Nashville.
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from
$32
/ night
Nightfall Farm
15. Nightfall Farm
100%
(74)
15mi from North Vernon · 2 sites · Lodging
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.
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Campfires
Potable water
from
$60
/ night
Kerr creek
16. Kerr creek
100%
(20)
44mi from North Vernon · 1 site · RV
Learn more about this land:Level field next to Kerr creek for camping next to your car. Multiple wooded sites on hills next to State Forrest if you willing to hike. Close to Yellowwood and Brown County State Forrests.
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from
$26
/ night
Turkey Hill Homestead
17. Turkey Hill Homestead
88%
(4)
50mi from North Vernon · 5 sites · Tents
Hidden Gem in rural Kentucky near I-71 within a hour of Cincinnati, Louisville and Lexington. Nested in the middle of the KY bourbon trail.
Pond, Creek, Valley(Hollows) surrounding property.
Offering the following to our guest:
Campground
Fishing
Offroading
Hiking
Hunting
Wild life watching
Petting farm
Pick and pay fresh produce
100+ acres of choose your own spot camping
Power outlets , tents available on request
Allows pets
There is a half mile gravel drive way and a steep hill that is while no RVs.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$24
/ night
Backroads Vineyard LLC
18. Backroads Vineyard LLC
98%
(22)
37mi from North Vernon · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
19 acre farm with Winery. We have 2 ponds and small trails in woods. Few fire rings and winery pavillion. Outdoor bathroom with flushing toliet and running water. Picnic table area. Easy access for RVs. 8 min from Metamora 10 min from Haspin acres. 30 min from Brookville lake. Whitewater trails
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from
$100
/ night
Clearview Christmas Tree Farm
19. Clearview Christmas Tree Farm
100%
(2)
40mi from North Vernon · 8 sites · Tents
Welcome to our charming Christmas tree farm, situated in the serene landscapes of rural Rush County. Spanning approximately 3-4 acres, the camping area is carefully dispersed among towering trees. Embrace the tranquility far removed from city life, allowing you to relish the abundance of wildlife and the crisp, refreshing country air. Encounter our amiable resident alpacas, adding a delightful touch to your stay. While you bask in the rural ambiance, rest assured that the convenience of reaching a town is within a 7-mile radius in any direction.
Pets
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Toilets
from
$35
/ night
M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE
20. M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE
88%
(17)
42mi from North Vernon · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
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Potable water
from
$30
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Justin
December 2025
40 ft fifth wheel
With pets
I loved the stay and they were very accommodating!
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Peter
November 2025
Tent
Teri and Mike have done a fantastic job here! Things are even better than expected from the online description and the welcome kit was a pleasant surprise. The sites are well laid out with plenty of privacy. Great star gazing here, and I saw deer several times. This was my first time camping here, but I hope to be back again next season.
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Charles
November 2025
Weekend Trip to Cabins at Guthrie Meadows
Great experience. Beautiful place. Hope to stay there again…soon.
Charlie
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Jessi
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
This was my second stay & again, we had an amazing private stay at Hidden Valley once again! Will be back!
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Jessica
November 2025
With kids
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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Andrew
November 2025
Tent
Always the best host and always my first option when I want to use Hipcamp.
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Matthew
November 2025
Tent
I had a great experience. I stayed at Holmes Hideaway site and it was beautiful - on the river with seclusion, fire pits, and plenty of tree cover. I went in mid-november and it was not crowded. Everything done through the app and I was left alone. It was a fun weekend.
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Ed
November 2025
Tent
Clean quiet and family friendly. Open areas and the river await adventure by all ages. Roving herd of sheep goats, donkey and mini horse add to the whimsy. Steve and his son Bradley are excellent hosts and I will return.
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Michael
November 2025
16 ft car
Beautiful setting, clean facilities with lots of access to the little Kentucky River
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Caleb
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Beautiful and peaceful location. The kids loved running around and playing on the huge field and along the riverbank. The large pavilion with electric comes in handy for blowing up mattresses and the porta-pot style toilet was the cleanest I've ever seen! This was our second time staying here and look forward to staying again.
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Zach
November 2025
Tent
With kids
Love this area. We have now camped here 4 times and have not had a single complaint. The hosts are very welcoming and even take our kids for rides on their golf cart. This trip was our second annual camping trip with high school friends and bringing all of our kids together to play is awesome. Three of the campsites border a nice 2 acre or greater size yard and the kids play until they are so tired or it’s time for s’mores. We are already talking about another trip this summer.
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chris
October 2025
Tent
Very nice couple and great secluded campsite. Would go again
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Ben
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Awesome hosts. Loved the view of the river and the hospitality. We will definitely be back in the summer.
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Nikhil Kumar
October 2025
Group trip
I loved the cabin so much that we plan to come here next season as well
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Katharina
October 2025
16 ft car
With pets
What a unique stay! Really enjoyed the local wagyu burger and pawpaw seltzer. The owner was warm and inviting and we felt right at home camping on top of the hill!
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Steven
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Amazingly kind host, definitely a great spot. Bathrooms were super clean and had a nightlight in it and wash station. Easy access to the river and very peaceful out there. You rarely ever heard any other noises other than the occasional flight over.
Most of the sites are not private, there’s just one private site. So if you want the privacy, make sure you request that one set back off in another field close to the creek or check its availability.
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Shelley
October 2025
15 ft pop-up camper
The barn/bar is adorable and Richard was very friendly and helpful. Camping down the Ridgeline and along the dirt road seemed like it would not be my cup of tea, but in fact, it was very private and very spread apart. I would definitely camp there again! We enjoyed music both evenings and the food at the barn was delicious. I would love if they had a few more choices on the menu.
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Paul
October 2025
25 ft travel trailer
Very peaceful site, full service with great water pressure and a well sorted pitch on a little bit of a side to side slope. All good
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Emily
October 2025
Tent
Group trip
Our group loved camping on Kathy and Scott's land! Very chill, welcoming hosts. Talking with Scott and meeting Sam the dog was definitely a highlight. :)
Such a beautiful, peaceful spot by the river. Very spacious and FLAT campsites. Port-a-toilet even had a foot-pump sink and soap next to it – so nice to be able to wash your hands and not just use hand sanitizer. Amazing view of the river and barges going by in the morning. We loved it and will definitely be back again!
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Lucifer
October 2025
