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The best camping near Painted Hills with horseback riding
99% (113) • 16 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Painted Hills
Celtic Glen Farm Stay
1. Celtic Glen Farm Stay
98%
(56)
22mi from Painted Hills · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Celtic Glen is a working, 100 acre 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. Dispersed with lots of space between campsites and are often all to yourself. 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, 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), family friendly (children under the age of 18 must be attended by adults at all times).
*We have lots of on-farm food and supplies options, please contact us for a complete list and any requests. All sites have a private stone fire circle as well as access to a common grill, handwashing station, porta potty or septic outhouse, cold/solar water shower.
*We have posted many events on our farm facebook page @celticglenllc and we are within 2-4 miles of lots of options.
*Please note that the riverfront wetlands will be closed to guests during deer rifle hunting season for safety.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$32
/ night
Overland Camping at The 1938 Barn
2. Overland Camping at The 1938 Barn
95%
(69)
45mi from Painted Hills · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Large secluded cove near our barn and garden. Watch the sun come up from the orchard. There is 1 electrical plug so not all 3 spaces have electric but you can run a cord. There is also a single water spigot to share as well. There are 2 houses somewhat visible through the trees but no direct line of sight and otherwise private. We have 2 dogs, Whiskey and Barb, Whiskey will usually keep her space but bark, if you ignore her she will be friendly, acts mean but never bites. Barbara is a Jack Russell. She will jump in the truck if you don't tell her not to and will happily run off with snacks. We ask you please don't feed them as it will teach them to come for food and some people don't appreciate the dogs.. This is a farm so you may see and smell animals. Depending on when you book you may even be somewhat near animals. Be aware of this and be ready to keep dogs contained. We typically run pigs in the woods around the cove but we move them regularly and keep the smell to a minimum by doing so.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Restwood Camp
3. Restwood Camp
100%
(9)
26mi from Painted Hills · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
30 minutes to be dazzled by Caitlin Clark and Fever, Colts, Pacers or Indy Indians AAA Ball, 40 to the Indy 500 track in Speedway, IN or 35 to Indy's World-famous Children's Museum, or 45 to visit the Architectural "Athen's of the Praire" in Columbus.
We currently have re-opened 1 primitive+ site plus 1 Class A RV or 2-3 Camper sites available (Primitive+).
Our secluded riparian area at the confluence of Sugar Creek and East Little Sugar (aka Snail Creek) has been operated by our family as a place of solitude, relaxation, river fishing and canoeing for over 100 years*. 'Indians' camped here year-round before the Pioneers arrived in 1821. During the early-1800s, a stagecoach station on the Cincinnati-Indianapolis line was built upon the Indian village. (Yes, stagecoaches in Indiana - that's how even Easterners got around before railroads).
During WWII our Camp provided RnR for soldiers, sailors and Army aviators stationed at the numerous training bases and facilities in/around Indianapolis and Central Indiana. It was our Granddad's Duty Station at age 60 while Grandma ran the canteen.
25 miles SE of Indianapolis (Crossroads of America), 90 mi from Cincy via I-74, a 100 from L'ville or 200 from Chicago via I-65/465, 180 from Columbus, OH via I-70/465/74 or I-71/74.
6 miles from off I-74 Exit 109 at Fairland Rd (Cesar's Horseshooe Indianapolis Casino); 8 miles from I-65 Exit 97 at Worthville Rd, Camp Restwood is readily available to travelers on I-74, I-65, I-70 or I-69.
We are also close for B1G, NCAA Playoffs, and Olympic Swim fans, or to the Whitewater Railroad.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$50
/ night
Yellowwood State Forest
4. Yellowwood State Forest
100%
(3)
State forest 15mi from Painted Hills · 90 sites
Discover the natural splendor of Yellowwood State Forest and its myriad outdoor activities.
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Brown County State Park
5. Brown County State Park
100%
(21)
State park 16mi from Painted Hills · 610 sites
Mountains in Indiana? Welcome to the Little Smokies.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Harmony Hills
6. Harmony Hills
100%
(4)
26mi from Painted Hills · 2 sites
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.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$32
/ night
McCormicks Creek State Park
7. McCormicks Creek State Park
100%
(5)
State park 22mi from Painted Hills · 233 sites
Welcome to Indiana’s first state park, camping mecca since 1916.
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Toilets
Campfires
Owen-Putnam State Forest
8. Owen-Putnam State Forest
State forest 27mi from Painted Hills · 69 sites
Discover the natural splendor of Owen-Putnam State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Hoosier National Forest
9. Hoosier National Forest
88%
(13)
National forest 63mi from Painted Hills · 252 sites
See the wilderness of southern Indiana from the Ohio River to just south of Bloomington.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Shakamak State Park
10. Shakamak State Park
100%
(1)
State park 50mi from Painted Hills · 207 sites
Discover Shakamak State Park's serene lakes and lush campgrounds.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
99% (113) • 16 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Painted Hills
Celtic Glen Farm Stay
1. Celtic Glen Farm Stay
98%
(56)
22mi from Painted Hills · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Celtic Glen is a working, 100 acre 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. Dispersed with lots of space between campsites and are often all to yourself. 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, 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), family friendly (children under the age of 18 must be attended by adults at all times).
*We have lots of on-farm food and supplies options, please contact us for a complete list and any requests. All sites have a private stone fire circle as well as access to a common grill, handwashing station, porta potty or septic outhouse, cold/solar water shower.
*We have posted many events on our farm facebook page @celticglenllc and we are within 2-4 miles of lots of options.
*Please note that the riverfront wetlands will be closed to guests during deer rifle hunting season for safety.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$32
/ night
Overland Camping at The 1938 Barn
2. Overland Camping at The 1938 Barn
95%
(69)
45mi from Painted Hills · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Large secluded cove near our barn and garden. Watch the sun come up from the orchard. There is 1 electrical plug so not all 3 spaces have electric but you can run a cord. There is also a single water spigot to share as well. There are 2 houses somewhat visible through the trees but no direct line of sight and otherwise private. We have 2 dogs, Whiskey and Barb, Whiskey will usually keep her space but bark, if you ignore her she will be friendly, acts mean but never bites. Barbara is a Jack Russell. She will jump in the truck if you don't tell her not to and will happily run off with snacks. We ask you please don't feed them as it will teach them to come for food and some people don't appreciate the dogs.. This is a farm so you may see and smell animals. Depending on when you book you may even be somewhat near animals. Be aware of this and be ready to keep dogs contained. We typically run pigs in the woods around the cove but we move them regularly and keep the smell to a minimum by doing so.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Restwood Camp
3. Restwood Camp
100%
(9)
26mi from Painted Hills · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
30 minutes to be dazzled by Caitlin Clark and Fever, Colts, Pacers or Indy Indians AAA Ball, 40 to the Indy 500 track in Speedway, IN or 35 to Indy's World-famous Children's Museum, or 45 to visit the Architectural "Athen's of the Praire" in Columbus.
We currently have re-opened 1 primitive+ site plus 1 Class A RV or 2-3 Camper sites available (Primitive+).
Our secluded riparian area at the confluence of Sugar Creek and East Little Sugar (aka Snail Creek) has been operated by our family as a place of solitude, relaxation, river fishing and canoeing for over 100 years*. 'Indians' camped here year-round before the Pioneers arrived in 1821. During the early-1800s, a stagecoach station on the Cincinnati-Indianapolis line was built upon the Indian village. (Yes, stagecoaches in Indiana - that's how even Easterners got around before railroads).
During WWII our Camp provided RnR for soldiers, sailors and Army aviators stationed at the numerous training bases and facilities in/around Indianapolis and Central Indiana. It was our Granddad's Duty Station at age 60 while Grandma ran the canteen.
25 miles SE of Indianapolis (Crossroads of America), 90 mi from Cincy via I-74, a 100 from L'ville or 200 from Chicago via I-65/465, 180 from Columbus, OH via I-70/465/74 or I-71/74.
6 miles from off I-74 Exit 109 at Fairland Rd (Cesar's Horseshooe Indianapolis Casino); 8 miles from I-65 Exit 97 at Worthville Rd, Camp Restwood is readily available to travelers on I-74, I-65, I-70 or I-69.
We are also close for B1G, NCAA Playoffs, and Olympic Swim fans, or to the Whitewater Railroad.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$50
/ night
Yellowwood State Forest
4. Yellowwood State Forest
100%
(3)
State forest 15mi from Painted Hills · 90 sites
Discover the natural splendor of Yellowwood State Forest and its myriad outdoor activities.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Brown County State Park
5. Brown County State Park
100%
(21)
State park 16mi from Painted Hills · 610 sites
Mountains in Indiana? Welcome to the Little Smokies.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Harmony Hills
6. Harmony Hills
100%
(4)
26mi from Painted Hills · 2 sites
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.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$32
/ night
McCormicks Creek State Park
7. McCormicks Creek State Park
100%
(5)
State park 22mi from Painted Hills · 233 sites
Welcome to Indiana’s first state park, camping mecca since 1916.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Owen-Putnam State Forest
8. Owen-Putnam State Forest
State forest 27mi from Painted Hills · 69 sites
Discover the natural splendor of Owen-Putnam State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Hoosier National Forest
9. Hoosier National Forest
88%
(13)
National forest 63mi from Painted Hills · 252 sites
See the wilderness of southern Indiana from the Ohio River to just south of Bloomington.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Shakamak State Park
10. Shakamak State Park
100%
(1)
State park 50mi from Painted Hills · 207 sites
Discover Shakamak State Park's serene lakes and lush campgrounds.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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6 days ago
Tent
Great site! Private, creek side, beautiful property, and great host!
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Sarah
January 2026
With pets
Lessie was very responsive and sensitive to our wellbeing due to the cold weather driving. Her spot was simple, clean, and the food was delish.
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Amber
October 2025
Tent
This hipcamp was great!!! Beautiful property it was exactly as described. We met the owners they were super friendly! Baby pigs were born while we were there adding an even better experience. Also in a perfect spot to visit the covered bridge festival! Definitely recommend
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Caroline
October 2025
With pets
So cozy and everything is ready to go in the cabin for a great night!
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jim
September 2025
With pets
Lovely quiet spot. Stayed in the little cabin. Comfortable.
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Alexander
September 2025
Tent
With kids
A good place, quiet, spacious, very beautiful turkeys
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Alexander
August 2025
Tent
With kids
Good place , a pretty quiet place , we recommend it!!
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James
August 2025
15 ft travel trailer
Nice secluded and quiet little camp on a lazy river. Tom was easy to work with and very responsive. He answered my pre-trip questions within hours. I had a chance to meet Tom as I was leaving and it was great to get to know him and hear how his family has managed the property over the years. The camp itself is set in a quiet section of rural Indiana so you'll navigate a few miles off the freeway through cornfields and stands of hardwoods. The entry to the camp is through a gate in their field. You are close to other neat and tidy little homesteads and small farms, but the camp site is set well back from the road and is quiet and private. The road back is unpaved and you are driving essentially on a mowed grass strip on the edge of the farmers field until you get to the campground. Most vehicles will do fine, but you may not want to bring a low vehicle. There is room for likely 2-3 independent campers there if they spread out, the area has some nice little clearings in the trees, but the clearings are modest so a single vehicle or a vehicle with a small trailer would be best. I had a large SUV and was towing a small 7 foot wide by 15 foot long trailer (tongue to tail) and it was manageable. There is no water or electricity to the camp. But there is a clean porta potty and nice touches like plenty of trash cans, a picnic table, and Tom has been very good to supply plastic tubs of some standard camping items and things you may have forgotten.
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Amy
August 2025
Tent
This place was awesome!! Every thing was perfect. Peaceful, private and very relaxing!! We can't wait to come back Also Tom the host was so friendly and super helpful.
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Brianne
July 2025
Tent
With pets
We really enjoyed our stay here! The site was not only beautiful, but very well maintained and clean. My boys enjoyed exploring the land and cooling off in the river. Thomas was quick to respond to any questions we had and offer suggestions for food. I would definitely recommend the camp site/ host to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway!
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Seth
July 2025
With kids
We had a wonderful time at Celtic Glen Farm! The people, the animals, and the cozy cabin were all wonderful!!
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Seana
May 2025
3 nights at Celtic Glen Farm Stay
The cabin was perfect for hubby and I. We have gone twice now and plan on many more nights here! Great host, many adventures near and on site to enjoy!
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Jason
November 2024
3 nights at Celtic Glen Farm Stay
If you're looking for an off grid spot to reconnect with nature and get in touch with your roots, this is the place! Byo heat and entertainment, lol, but a fun little cabin and surprisingly close to everything!
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kacie
November 2024
Weekend Trip to Restwood Camp
The view of the creek is beautiful and it was a quiet and peaceful campsite. The privacy and seclusion was a needed break from the city. Tom was an excellent host: helpful, responsive, and the included firewood onsite was a 5 star perk on a cold night. The site was clean, secluded, yet conveniently close to the interstate. We had no problem finding the place with google maps and Toms instructions. The star gazing at night was great! We saw deer, birds, and other wildlife by the water. Overall, 10/10 we look forward to returning!
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