The best river, stream, or creek RV parks near Petersburg, Indiana

Looking for an RV camping experience near Petersburg, Indiana that's close to a river? Hipcamp has over 550 options to choose from in this area alone, with prices averaging at $30 per night and some options as low as $7 per night. Check out top campsites like Happy Hollow Homestead (with 441 reviews), Hoosier's on the Ridge (with 70 reviews), and Happy Campers Campground (with 48 reviews) for the best experience. Enjoy popular amenities like toilets, pets, and campfires, as well as activities like surfing, whitewater paddling, and exploring historic sites.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Petersburg

Looking for an RV camping experience near Petersburg, Indiana that's close to a river? Hipcamp has over 550 options to choose from in this area alone, with prices averaging at $30 per night and some options as low as $7 per night. Check out top campsites like Happy Hollow Homestead (with 441 reviews), Hoosier's on the Ridge (with 70 reviews), and Happy Campers Campground (with 48 reviews) for the best experience. Enjoy popular amenities like toilets, pets, and campfires, as well as activities like surfing, whitewater paddling, and exploring historic sites.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Petersburg

1. Fairhaven Farm Campground

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(50)

45mi from Petersburg · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

Until 2019, this farm was in the same family since 1889. It has been a working farm since that time. In 2019, our family purchased the farm and continue to operate it much the same way. Our family is devoted to history and preserving the essence of the past. You may very well see us pull up in one of our antique cars to greet you! Our neighbors are friendly and many are also small farmers. You can't see their farms from camp, but don't be surprised to hear roosters crowing, cattle mooing, and donkeys braying in the distance. Our farm is surrounded by the Hoosier National Forest, so you'll see and hear plenty of wildlife too. At various times during the summer, you may find wild blackberries, elderberries, and black raspberries growing right in camp!

2. Hohl Farms

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27mi from Petersburg · 1 site · Tent, RV

Row crop and livestock farm located in the hills of southern Indiana. The farm is 5 minutes from Interstate 64. 30 amp and 50 amp hookups available. Pasture pork and Angus cattle are next to the campsite. Located on a rural country road by crop fields, woods and pasture. Large accommodations are available as the crops are harvested and fields are barren.

3. Nighthawk Forest

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40mi from Petersburg · 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.

4. Pike State Forest

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36 sites · Winslow, Indiana

Discover the natural splendor of Pike State Forest.

Toilets

Campfires

Potable water

5. Red Hills State Park

30 sites · Sumner, Illinois

A small, intimate gem of a park with a lovely little lake known for largemouth bass bank fishing.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

6. Patoka Lake

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445 sites · Birdseye, Indiana

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

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

7. Greene-Sullivan State Forest

3 sites · Dugger, Indiana

Discover the serene beauty of Greene-Sullivan State Forest and its myriad of lakes.

Toilets

Campfires

Potable water

8. John James Audubon State Park

87 sites · Henderson, Kentucky

Discover John James Audubon State Park's natural beauty and wildlife.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

Public campgrounds near Petersburg

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Pike Campground

11mi from Petersburg · 36 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pike State Forest

Red Hills Campground

34mi from Petersburg · 30 sites · Tents, RVs · in Red Hills State Park

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Patoka Lake Campground

35mi from Petersburg · 445 sites · Tents, RVs · in Patoka Lake

Greene-Sullivan Campground

37mi from Petersburg · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · in Greene-Sullivan State Forest

John James Audubon Campground

45mi from Petersburg · 87 sites · Tents, RVs · in John James Audubon State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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James

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Hohl Farms

Great guy. Easy place to set up for a night. Beautiful land.

Jeremy

September 2025

31 ft Class C

1 night at Hohl Farms

Great private, quiet overnight stop, was exactly what we needed.

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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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Joy

August 2025

16 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Fairhaven Farm Campground

Enjoyed Nathanael’s property immensely! Plenty of space Perfect place to get away from the crowds and star gaze at night. I would definitely stay again if I’m in the area. He even recommended a couple of nearby hikes that were great!

Samantha

August 2025

40 ft pop-up camper

With pets

1 night at Hohl Farms

A nice private spot to escape for the night. Great hard packed pad equipped with power. A freezer full of delicious bacon, sausage, smoked ham, and loin for purchase right at the site. Alex and his 9 year old son greeted us upon arrival. Awesome people! Very accommodating and allowed our 3 dogs! We had a great stay!

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Christopher

July 2025

Tent

1 night at Fairhaven Farm Campground

Fairhaven is a wonderful little spot not far from the highway with well situated sites. I loved the aesthetics of Forgotten Lane, and was thankful it was a roadbed as I weathered a pretty rough storm on my overnight. Would definitely recommend this site, especially for van campers.