- Waterside Camping
The best lakeside camping near Scottsburg
86% (34) • 33 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Scottsburg
Nighthawk Forest
1. Nighthawk Forest
100%
(16)
43mi from Scottsburg · 2 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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
Little Cabin
2. Little Cabin
100%
(1)
19mi from Scottsburg · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Little Cabin, where you're invited to immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the countryside. Nestled on 25 acres adorned with a tranquil pond, our location offers ample space for your tent or RV. Situated just 30 minutes from Madison, Indiana, and a mere three miles from Stream Cliff, we provide convenient access to nearby attractions. Additionally, our proximity to Louisville, Cincinnati, and Indianapolis, approximately an hour from each, makes us an ideal retreat.
There are a couple of important details to note:
1. Please be aware that we have honey bees onsite.
2. We have two cats and a dog which roam around
3. Regrettably, we do not offer hookups or restroom facilities.
We look forward to hosting your stay at Little Cabin!
Pets
from
$40
/ night
Cera Sports Park and Campground
3. Cera Sports Park and Campground
62%
(13)
33mi from Scottsburg · 301 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
With 326 campsites, CERA offers plenty of camping spots. 252 sites are full-service sites with water, 30 & 50 amp electric, and sewer hookups. Check out our campground map below to see which sites will suit your stay!
CERA offers six camping cabins of various sizes. All cabins sit on lakefront lots amid the trees. Bathhouse facilities are located within 100 feet directly behind the cabins. Our camping cabins are a great option for enjoying the outdoors without having to pitch a tent or pull a camper.
There are three shower houses available and a centrally located dump station.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$75
/ night
Hardy Lake
4. Hardy Lake
State park 7.6mi from Scottsburg · 162 sites
Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Jackson-Washington State Forest
5. Jackson-Washington State Forest
State forest 13mi from Scottsburg · 48 sites
Discover the rugged beauty of Jackson-Washington State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
eXplore Brown County!
6. eXplore Brown County!
39mi from Scottsburg · 5 sites
eXplore Brown County at Valley Branch Retreat is in historic, scenic, southern Brown County, Indiana. Year-round adventure featuring: zip line canopy tours, paintball, off-road vehicle tours, arrow tag, mountain biking, hiking trails, camping, and cabins. Including the longest, fastest, and highest twin zip line in Indiana.
Stay in one of our rustic camping cabins, all with heat and AC. Our campground features primitive and full-hook-up sites. Rowboats and canoes are available to rent on our 4-acre fishing lake.
Our Gallery Banquet Hall is available to celebrate your wedding, special occasion, corporate retreat, reunion, or social function. We host many events here at eXplore Brown County, large groups are always welcome. Plan your next adventure with us today.
Free Wi-Fi is available at the Gallery on the porch.
Come eXplore with us today!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$95
/ night
M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE
7. M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE
88%
(17)
40mi from Scottsburg · 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.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$30
/ night
Painter Creek Camp Resort
8. Painter Creek Camp Resort
79%
(7)
47mi from Scottsburg · 2 sites
Tucked back off of State Rd 145 in French Lick, IN our property offers year-round camping & full 50-amp hook ups available on all sites. A covered outdoor lounge, and a basketball court are available for guests to use, as well as seasonal bathhouse and laundry facility ($4 a load). We are only 1 mile from the Painter Creek Boat Ramp, and within a 15 min drive to Patoka Lake State Park, The French Lick-West Baden Resort, and The Pete Dye Golf Course!
Pets
Full hookups
from
$40
/ night
Deam Lake State Recreation Area
9. Deam Lake State Recreation Area
100%
(3)
State park 16mi from Scottsburg · 215 sites
Find your lake life vibes in southern Indiana.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
10. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
100%
(6)
State park 19mi from Scottsburg · 150 sites
Discover the natural charm of Starve Hollow State Recreation Area.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Spring Mill State Park
11. Spring Mill State Park
100%
(2)
State park 34mi from Scottsburg · 224 sites
See how pioneers lived and learn about outer space at this southern Indiana park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
General Butler State Resort Park
12. General Butler State Resort Park
State park 34mi from Scottsburg · 104 sites
Discover General Butler State Resort Park's natural charm.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Versailles State Park
13. Versailles State Park
100%
(3)
State park 40mi from Scottsburg · 220 sites
Discover Versailles State Park's rich history and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Monroe Lake
14. Monroe Lake
92%
(8)
Park 45mi from Scottsburg · 312 sites
At Monroe Lake, your trip will be about as deluxe as a state park stay gets. Lounge your days away at the Fourwinds Resort & Marina, where the crisp linens and mini-fridges will spoil you into oblivion. Even if you're looking to rough it a little on the campgrounds, you'll still have access to a vast array of activities. Two different beaches perfect for swimming, boat rentals, and several beautiful hiking trails highlight the natural beauty in the area. Whether you're on the hunt for waterfowl or want to waterski on the gorgeous sparkling waters, your favorite outdoor activity is likely found here. Did we mention there's a Marina called The Pleasure Craft? Just soak that in for a minute. No more information needed.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Yellowwood State Forest
15. Yellowwood State Forest
100%
(3)
State forest 46mi from Scottsburg · 90 sites
Discover the natural splendor of Yellowwood State Forest and its myriad outdoor activities.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
86% (34) • 33 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Scottsburg
Nighthawk Forest
1. Nighthawk Forest
100%
(16)
43mi from Scottsburg · 2 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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
Little Cabin
2. Little Cabin
100%
(1)
19mi from Scottsburg · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Little Cabin, where you're invited to immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the countryside. Nestled on 25 acres adorned with a tranquil pond, our location offers ample space for your tent or RV. Situated just 30 minutes from Madison, Indiana, and a mere three miles from Stream Cliff, we provide convenient access to nearby attractions. Additionally, our proximity to Louisville, Cincinnati, and Indianapolis, approximately an hour from each, makes us an ideal retreat.
There are a couple of important details to note:
1. Please be aware that we have honey bees onsite.
2. We have two cats and a dog which roam around
3. Regrettably, we do not offer hookups or restroom facilities.
We look forward to hosting your stay at Little Cabin!
Pets
from
$40
/ night
Cera Sports Park and Campground
3. Cera Sports Park and Campground
62%
(13)
33mi from Scottsburg · 301 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
With 326 campsites, CERA offers plenty of camping spots. 252 sites are full-service sites with water, 30 & 50 amp electric, and sewer hookups. Check out our campground map below to see which sites will suit your stay!
CERA offers six camping cabins of various sizes. All cabins sit on lakefront lots amid the trees. Bathhouse facilities are located within 100 feet directly behind the cabins. Our camping cabins are a great option for enjoying the outdoors without having to pitch a tent or pull a camper.
There are three shower houses available and a centrally located dump station.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$75
/ night
Hardy Lake
4. Hardy Lake
State park 7.6mi from Scottsburg · 162 sites
Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Jackson-Washington State Forest
5. Jackson-Washington State Forest
State forest 13mi from Scottsburg · 48 sites
Discover the rugged beauty of Jackson-Washington State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
eXplore Brown County!
6. eXplore Brown County!
39mi from Scottsburg · 5 sites
eXplore Brown County at Valley Branch Retreat is in historic, scenic, southern Brown County, Indiana. Year-round adventure featuring: zip line canopy tours, paintball, off-road vehicle tours, arrow tag, mountain biking, hiking trails, camping, and cabins. Including the longest, fastest, and highest twin zip line in Indiana.
Stay in one of our rustic camping cabins, all with heat and AC. Our campground features primitive and full-hook-up sites. Rowboats and canoes are available to rent on our 4-acre fishing lake.
Our Gallery Banquet Hall is available to celebrate your wedding, special occasion, corporate retreat, reunion, or social function. We host many events here at eXplore Brown County, large groups are always welcome. Plan your next adventure with us today.
Free Wi-Fi is available at the Gallery on the porch.
Come eXplore with us today!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$95
/ night
M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE
7. M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE
88%
(17)
40mi from Scottsburg · 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.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$30
/ night
Painter Creek Camp Resort
8. Painter Creek Camp Resort
79%
(7)
47mi from Scottsburg · 2 sites
Tucked back off of State Rd 145 in French Lick, IN our property offers year-round camping & full 50-amp hook ups available on all sites. A covered outdoor lounge, and a basketball court are available for guests to use, as well as seasonal bathhouse and laundry facility ($4 a load). We are only 1 mile from the Painter Creek Boat Ramp, and within a 15 min drive to Patoka Lake State Park, The French Lick-West Baden Resort, and The Pete Dye Golf Course!
Pets
Full hookups
from
$40
/ night
Deam Lake State Recreation Area
9. Deam Lake State Recreation Area
100%
(3)
State park 16mi from Scottsburg · 215 sites
Find your lake life vibes in southern Indiana.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
10. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
100%
(6)
State park 19mi from Scottsburg · 150 sites
Discover the natural charm of Starve Hollow State Recreation Area.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Spring Mill State Park
11. Spring Mill State Park
100%
(2)
State park 34mi from Scottsburg · 224 sites
See how pioneers lived and learn about outer space at this southern Indiana park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
General Butler State Resort Park
12. General Butler State Resort Park
State park 34mi from Scottsburg · 104 sites
Discover General Butler State Resort Park's natural charm.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Versailles State Park
13. Versailles State Park
100%
(3)
State park 40mi from Scottsburg · 220 sites
Discover Versailles State Park's rich history and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Monroe Lake
14. Monroe Lake
92%
(8)
Park 45mi from Scottsburg · 312 sites
At Monroe Lake, your trip will be about as deluxe as a state park stay gets. Lounge your days away at the Fourwinds Resort & Marina, where the crisp linens and mini-fridges will spoil you into oblivion. Even if you're looking to rough it a little on the campgrounds, you'll still have access to a vast array of activities. Two different beaches perfect for swimming, boat rentals, and several beautiful hiking trails highlight the natural beauty in the area. Whether you're on the hunt for waterfowl or want to waterski on the gorgeous sparkling waters, your favorite outdoor activity is likely found here. Did we mention there's a Marina called The Pleasure Craft? Just soak that in for a minute. No more information needed.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Yellowwood State Forest
15. Yellowwood State Forest
100%
(3)
State forest 46mi from Scottsburg · 90 sites
Discover the natural splendor of Yellowwood State Forest and its myriad outdoor activities.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
M
Matias Ignacio
November 2025
19 ft campervan
With pets
Quiet and beautiful place. Kids friendly. Clean bathrooms.
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R
Rob
September 2025
14 ft toy hauler
🤩 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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J
JimandCathleen
September 2025
16 ft car
Lovely place. Had it to ourselves. Quiet. Bathroom clean. Running water. Great night sky.
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N
Neleta
July 2025
22 ft campervan
With pets
Great location with lots to do. Would stay again if in the area. Bathrooms were clean.
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L
Liana
July 2025
30 ft travel trailer
With pets
My husband and I loved our stay here! It was quiet, everyone was friendly, and there was so much there to keep us busy. One of our teenagers even stayed one night with us with their friend and loved it just as much! We are already thinking about staying seasonally. It’s just a short 30 minute drive from our house but made us feel like we were on a getaway.
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T
Todd
June 2025
30 ft travel trailer
Amazing campground. Amazing ball complex.
We enjoyed camping on the water. And watching the ducks. And listening to the live music on Saturday night.
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S
Shinieke
May 2025
Tent
The electricity and water was very handy the front desk at the store were very helpful and this is just a great place to stay the showers and the toilet was very clean the park was very clean
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