The best ranch campgrounds near Santa Claus, Indiana

Looking to rough it in the great outdoors near Santa Claus, Indiana? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 50 options available, you can find the perfect ranch-style camping experience that suits your needs. Whether you're a seasoned cowboy or just looking for a unique camping experience, there's something for everyone. Check out top campsites like On the back of the farm (75 reviews), Dragonfly Ranch camping with horses (70 reviews), and Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm (27 reviews). With popular amenities like showers, potable water, and toilets, you'll be comfortable during your stay. And if you're in the mood for some outdoor adventure, you can enjoy activities like surfing, historic site visits, and fishing. So pack your bags, grab your hat, and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in Santa Claus, Indiana!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Santa Claus

Looking to rough it in the great outdoors near Santa Claus, Indiana? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 50 options available, you can find the perfect ranch-style camping experience that suits your needs. Whether you're a seasoned cowboy or just looking for a unique camping experience, there's something for everyone. Check out top campsites like On the back of the farm (75 reviews), Dragonfly Ranch camping with horses (70 reviews), and Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm (27 reviews). With popular amenities like showers, potable water, and toilets, you'll be comfortable during your stay. And if you're in the mood for some outdoor adventure, you can enjoy activities like surfing, historic site visits, and fishing. So pack your bags, grab your hat, and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience in Santa Claus, Indiana!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Santa Claus

1. Places of Sanctuary

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(71)

43mi from Santa Claus · 7 sites · Tents, RVs

Places of Sanctuary has 30 Acres of woods which include several dedicated hiking trails with beautiful clearings and benches for resting and reflecting along the way. You're welcome to fish in the pond that has plenty of shade and sun, or sit around the bonfire site where we have benches provided and roast marshmallows. With two easy-access large tree houses, bench swings and a big picnic shelter, there's lots of room to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet. You might encounter wildlife like: deer, mink, or geese, but you're sure to see our chickens and ducks running around and hear our rooster crow in the morning. Depending on the time and season, we offer several hands on experiences with berry picking, chicken tending, food processing, gardening, and general light land maintenance like checking the trails for down limbs and trash. With gorgeous views and the convenience of being just 10 minutes from University Southern Indiana or 15 minutes from restaurants and stores, we welcome you to camp with us. If you are interested in staying longer than 3 nights or your RV/camper is longer than 36 feet long, please message us to see if we can accommodate your visit. Usually we can!

2. Persimmon Honey Hollow

93%

(23)

41mi from Santa Claus · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

Cozy ramshackle farmstead in the Hoosier Hills offer a chance to get up close and personal with the land, through camping, and hiking through the woods. Not only is Hoosier National Forest located both to the north and south for hiking and trail riding, but just 3 miles away is the Rise of Lost River at Orangeville, a natural landmark. Spring Mill State park is located about 20 minutes away in Mitchell, IN, while Patoka Lake is about 15 minutes south of nearby French Lick. For those interested in farmers' markets, Orange County Homegrown markets run Saturday at Orleans(10 miles away) from 8am-noon, and in French Lick 7 miles) from 4-8pm.

3. Brambleberry Permaculture Farm

100%

(17)

42mi from Santa Claus · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging

Espri and Darren began Brambleberry Permaculture Farm in the fall of 2003 in the beautiful hills of southern Indiana. We are primarily a plant nursery, but also offer permaculture landscaping and farm consultations. We usually have cows, chickens and rabbits, but are currently taking a break from cattle to build better fences lol. We occasionally have peacocks, ducks, pigs or other livestock as well.

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Julia

October 2025

17 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Places of Sanctuary

Beautiful property with loads of trails to walk the dogs. Farm fresh eggs were delicious for breakfast. Super-clean bathrooms. Hookups!

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Chris

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Brambleberry Permaculture Farm

The cabin was awesome, comfy and quiet. Highly recommendable!

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Diana

September 2025

20 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Places of Sanctuary

We had a wonderful overnight stay at Bill’s HipCamp! He was extremely accommodating and the property is fabulous with lots of walking trails. The bathroom was spotless and very new in one of his buildings. Nothing but rave reviews for this HipCamp!

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Victoria

August 2025

21 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Places of Sanctuary

The place was beautiful, They meet you when you get there and ask if you need anything. Very helpful and polite. Don’t forget to buy some eggs because they are some of the best eggs I’ve had. My family enjoyed it very much. Thank you again!

Jeremy

August 2025

25 ft campervan

2 nights at Places of Sanctuary

Another great stay at Places of Sanctuary. Such a beautiful place and very thankful for the opportunity to experience it for a much needed reset.

Clearing at the top of the driveway. You'll be right next to the water spigot and have plenty of room for your tent.

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Ada

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Persimmon Honey Hollow

We had a group and they were very accommodating and welcoming! We had a fantastic stay. Loved the animals and garden!

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don

August 2025

25 ft Class A

Weekend Trip to Places of Sanctuary

Bill and Robins land is the perfect Hipcamp! Great host, beautiful flat site with electric and water, set in a peaceful, shaded setting. The restrooms are immaculate. I recommend this host to anyone and look forward to returning in the future. Fantastic!!!!

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Debbie

July 2025

32 ft Class A

11 nights at Places of Sanctuary

Great spot to be close to Evansville! Nice rural atmosphere and quiet.

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Emily

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Persimmon Honey Hollow

As the listing states, this is a roadside spot. It’s not a busy road but I guess there’s the potential of someone driving past, but it didn’t bother us at all. There is a totally open lot right across the street, and the sun setting over that area was really beautiful each night. The hosts and the goats are very nice. My son had loads of fun getting the attention of the goats.

Bill & Donna

July 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With kids

4 nights at Places of Sanctuary

We had a wonderful time. The trails, the property, even the chickens and ducks made for a memorable stay. We will return.

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Amy

July 2025

19 ft Class B

With kids

1 night at Places of Sanctuary

We loved camping at Bill & Robin’s land. The drive in was a little windy and it took us away from the hustle & bustle. The sites are all next to each other but spaced enough for privacy and they were perfectly flat! We loved the land. It was on a farm with chickens, a turkey, and ducks! We fished on a pond before taking showers in their sparkling clean restrooms. Although they had fill hookups but it’s nice when you don’t have to use your own when traveling in a class B. We had a great time and recommend for a night or two.

Desirae

June 2025

19 ft campervan

1 night at Places of Sanctuary

Excellent stay! Hosts were so communicative and friendly. Directions were awesome. Great spot, we loved the chickens and ducks. Beautiful property. Thank you for having us. Would definitely stay again.

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James

May 2025

Tent

5 nights at Persimmon Honey Hollow

Nice stay! Peaceful woodsy area, great to view stars at night and unwind. Close enough to West Baden and French Lick and Patoka Lake for visits. Gracious host! Thanks again!

Roadside Camping offers beautul open sky views

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Angel

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Persimmon Honey Hollow

Host very friendly and even gave us a gift of handmade soap! If you are camping with littles, be advised one of the two spots is within feet of the road. Not an issue for us, but something to be aware of if camping with small children. Close to spring mill park, and spring water available for use as well. Very reasonable price as well!

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Jonathan

May 2025

Tent

1 night at Places of Sanctuary

Beautiful property, beautiful people. The hosts were responsive and were accommodating. Best bathrooms I've seen at a campground. Thanks Bill and Robin! -Jonathan

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Sherrie

May 2025

10 ft campervan

3 nights at Persimmon Honey Hollow

It is a lovely little farm and peaceful. The farm animals were a plus.

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Debbie

May 2025

32 ft Class A