100% (326) • 22 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Salem
Hidden Valley River Camp
1. Hidden Valley River Camp
99%
(200)
36mi from Salem · 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
Hill Springs Campground
2. Hill Springs Campground
100%
(68)
37mi from Salem · 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
MoonLight Grove Farm
3. MoonLight Grove Farm
100%
(124)
33mi from Salem · 2 sites · Tents
Simple living with a few critters and a "whole lotta" walnuts. All natural products made from nature's bounty. Learn more about this land:Come rest your mind and soul on MoonLight Grove Farm. Camp alongside the Ohio River, watch the barges go by and the Eagles swoop and play. Peaceful, Quiet, Restorative retreat.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$35
/ night
Jackson-Washington State Forest
4. Jackson-Washington State Forest
48 sites · Little York, Indiana
Discover the rugged beauty of Jackson-Washington State Forest.
Campfires
Toilets
Picnic table
Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
5. 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
Deam Lake State Recreation Area
6. Deam Lake State Recreation Area
100%
(3)
215 sites · Borden, Indiana
Find your lake life vibes in southern Indiana.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Spring Mill State Park
7. 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
Hardy Lake
8. Hardy Lake
162 sites · Deputy, Indiana
Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Hoosier National Forest
9. 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
Campfires
Showers
Charlestown State Park
10. Charlestown State Park
100%
(4)
189 sites · Charlestown, Indiana
Discover Charlestown State Park's rugged beauty and outdoor adventures.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
O'Bannon Woods State Park
11. O'Bannon Woods State Park
75%
(3)
291 sites · Leavenworth, Indiana
Discover O'Bannon Woods State Park and its lush landscapes, historic sites, and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Patoka Lake
12. 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
Martin State Forest
13. 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
100% (326) • 22 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Salem
Hidden Valley River Camp
1. Hidden Valley River Camp
99%
(200)
36mi from Salem · 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
Hill Springs Campground
2. Hill Springs Campground
100%
(68)
37mi from Salem · 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
MoonLight Grove Farm
3. MoonLight Grove Farm
100%
(124)
33mi from Salem · 2 sites · Tents
Simple living with a few critters and a "whole lotta" walnuts. All natural products made from nature's bounty. Learn more about this land:Come rest your mind and soul on MoonLight Grove Farm. Camp alongside the Ohio River, watch the barges go by and the Eagles swoop and play. Peaceful, Quiet, Restorative retreat.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$35
/ night
Jackson-Washington State Forest
4. Jackson-Washington State Forest
48 sites · Little York, Indiana
Discover the rugged beauty of Jackson-Washington State Forest.
Campfires
Toilets
Picnic table
Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
5. 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
Deam Lake State Recreation Area
6. Deam Lake State Recreation Area
100%
(3)
215 sites · Borden, Indiana
Find your lake life vibes in southern Indiana.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Spring Mill State Park
7. 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
Hardy Lake
8. Hardy Lake
162 sites · Deputy, Indiana
Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Hoosier National Forest
9. 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
Campfires
Showers
Charlestown State Park
10. Charlestown State Park
100%
(4)
189 sites · Charlestown, Indiana
Discover Charlestown State Park's rugged beauty and outdoor adventures.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
O'Bannon Woods State Park
11. O'Bannon Woods State Park
75%
(3)
291 sites · Leavenworth, Indiana
Discover O'Bannon Woods State Park and its lush landscapes, historic sites, and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Patoka Lake
12. 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
Martin State Forest
13. 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
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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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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Joshua
November 2025
Tent
Group trip
Great hosts with an excellent, secluded spot…totally recommend!
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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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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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sophia
October 2025
Tent
With kids
This was a lovely camping spot! The views are gorgeous. The signage and directions to the site are easy to follow. Hosts were communicative and friendly. We love a secluded campsite and this felt like we were surrounded by nothing but trees and rolling farmland. The site was large with plenty of room for our tent and vehicles. We loved watching the sunset here! 10/10 recommend and would love to visit again!
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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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Dung
October 2025
Tent
With pets
We love the place especially the river bank area where dogs and kids can play. Hosts are supper nice and friendly , beautiful river view. Nice shade and grass area.
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Devin
September 2025
Tent
Great access to the river with an awesome view. Kathy and her husband were awesome hosts
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Stephen
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Hidden Valley River Camp
I loved this place. Kathy and her husband were so nice! The camping spots were so spacious. Kathy’s husband even let my son drive his golf cart. My son loved this experience. The land was clean the views are amazing and even had a super clean bathroom. I can’t wait to come back and camp again. 10/10 will be camping here again. Even pet friendly. Thanks for the great experience.
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Tim
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Great location, super hosts. Had an awesome time.
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Amelia
September 2025
Tent
I had a great time camping on Kathy and Scott's land! They were friendly, communicative, and kind. There is a beautiful view of the Ohio river. We hope to return!
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BRIAN
September 2025
Tent
With kids
This was such an amazing spot to camp out. Being so close to the river offered some incredible views and awesome scenery. The hospitality of the host was absolutely unmatched and I will definitely be taking my family back there.
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Austin
September 2025
Tent
Very lovely place. Secluded and beautiful. The hosts were very warm and welcoming. Had fun will come back!
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Cortney
September 2025
Tent
With pets
What a gem of a place to be! We had so much fun just relaxing and hanging out with the owner Scott and his wonderful pup Sam! We will 100% be back, sooner than later. Thank you Scott and Sam for your amazing hospitality, conversation, and allowing us to enjoy our time on your beautiful property.
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Jeremy
September 2025
Tent
With pets
My kids and I had such a great time on this amazing property. Everything was great from the fishing, the animals, the private space for our tent.
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Ben
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
Absolutely beautiful spot. We were able to get right down on the water. Sit and relax, watch the barges go by. They were great hosts.
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Christy
September 2025
Tent
This was an absolutely perfect get away for those who love the outdoors and animals. Our hosts were beyond accommodating and kind. We truly felt like this spot by the river was a piece of paradise.
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