99% (220) • 5 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Van Bibber Lake
Happy Campers Campground
1. Happy Campers Campground
99%
(191)
17mi from Van Bibber Lake · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We look forward to hosting you at Happy Campers Campground! We have
5 full hook up RV sites 50 and 30 amp, free wifi, fishing, swimming and an
1.5 acre pond. Our property also has fire rings and picnic tables available for our campers. We have a dry cabin also available. We have trash bens available.
Seasonal shower house and porta pottys. Please specify RV or tent site when you are booking! Open now.
Toilets
Campfires
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Celtic Glen Farm Stay
2. Celtic Glen Farm Stay
98%
(53)
30mi from Van Bibber Lake · 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. 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.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$32
/ night
Coop Dreams Farm
3. Coop Dreams Farm
100%
(18)
46mi from Van Bibber Lake · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Currently the Coop Dreams farm from the Coop Dreams TV show.
Hiking trails, creeks and woods surround the chicken and goat yard.
5 minutes to quaint little town - 15 minutes to a cool winery - 25 minutes to Terre Haute with restaurants and activities.
Indianapolis is about an hour and 15 minutes.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$45
/ night
McCormicks Creek State Park
4. McCormicks Creek State Park
100%
(5)
233 sites · Spencer, Indiana
Welcome to Indiana’s first state park, camping mecca since 1916.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
H.E.R. LIVING CAMPUS
5. H.E.R. LIVING CAMPUS
99%
(36)
47mi from Van Bibber Lake · 20 sites · Lodging
H.E.R. stands for Honor, Educate, and Restore. As avid campers who have enjoyed the beauty of nature by camping all across America, we are happy to share the joys of camping with others. We do this in the solid spirit of Honoring our Ancestors, Educating our children, and Restoring the spirit of family. We share these values with every visitor to H.E.R. Living Campus. We hope to share these values with you.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$124
/ night
99% (220) • 5 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Van Bibber Lake
Happy Campers Campground
1. Happy Campers Campground
99%
(191)
17mi from Van Bibber Lake · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We look forward to hosting you at Happy Campers Campground! We have
5 full hook up RV sites 50 and 30 amp, free wifi, fishing, swimming and an
1.5 acre pond. Our property also has fire rings and picnic tables available for our campers. We have a dry cabin also available. We have trash bens available.
Seasonal shower house and porta pottys. Please specify RV or tent site when you are booking! Open now.
Toilets
Campfires
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
Celtic Glen Farm Stay
2. Celtic Glen Farm Stay
98%
(53)
30mi from Van Bibber Lake · 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. 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.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from
$32
/ night
Coop Dreams Farm
3. Coop Dreams Farm
100%
(18)
46mi from Van Bibber Lake · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Currently the Coop Dreams farm from the Coop Dreams TV show.
Hiking trails, creeks and woods surround the chicken and goat yard.
5 minutes to quaint little town - 15 minutes to a cool winery - 25 minutes to Terre Haute with restaurants and activities.
Indianapolis is about an hour and 15 minutes.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from
$45
/ night
McCormicks Creek State Park
4. McCormicks Creek State Park
100%
(5)
233 sites · Spencer, Indiana
Welcome to Indiana’s first state park, camping mecca since 1916.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
H.E.R. LIVING CAMPUS
5. H.E.R. LIVING CAMPUS
99%
(36)
47mi from Van Bibber Lake · 20 sites · Lodging
H.E.R. stands for Honor, Educate, and Restore. As avid campers who have enjoyed the beauty of nature by camping all across America, we are happy to share the joys of camping with others. We do this in the solid spirit of Honoring our Ancestors, Educating our children, and Restoring the spirit of family. We share these values with every visitor to H.E.R. Living Campus. We hope to share these values with you.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$124
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Kevin
October 2025
Weekend Trip to Happy Campers Campground
Dwight and Happy Camper is friendly and hospitable. The cabin a clean, quant and quiet getaway with tons of charm. We have been to the cabin a few times and enjoy fishing in the pond and fire pit. If you’re looking for Hoosier corn fields with the sounds of chicken and ducks in the background, check it out. Would recommend. Kevin and Michelle
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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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Heather
October 2025
With kids
Where to start with this review??
The directions to get there were easy to navigate, and communication with Dwight was super easy.
The location was absolutely beautiful, and serene. The cabin was super comfortable. The site had many amenities that our children loved. The adults favorite was the firepit, the kids loved the access to the boat and the rocking chairs on the porch. Watching the ducks and rooster and making up stories of their antics was a close 2nd.
We were only there for a couple of days but we are excited to come back next year.
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jim
September 2025
With pets
Lovely quiet spot. Stayed in the little cabin. Comfortable.
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Kevin
September 2025
Weekend Trip to Happy Campers Campground
This is such a cool campground! The cabin is perfect, and we loved that there weren't hundreds of other campers. This is small campground that obviously focuses on customer service. Dwight is a top-notch host. I highly recommend the cabin and this campground.
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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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James
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Happy Campers Campground
I absolutely loved camping on Dwight’s land. Dwight and his wife are absolutely amazing people. They were very helpful with everything his wife even offered us life jackets and floaties so that we could go swimming in the pond and on a very hot day it was very helpful. I honestly would live there if I could haha. I would HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND Dwight and Happy Campers as a place for a peaceful getaway,and I definitely will be back very soon
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Isaac
June 2025
Weekend Trip to Happy Campers Campground
Very peaceful and quiet place to get away from the noise and enjoy a nice cabin along with A fire pit and swimming in the pond. the hosts were very helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who enjoys the countryside.
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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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jerika
March 2025
With kids
my family & i loved Dwight's place! we booked the day of & were greeted when we arrived to the cabin on the property. cabin was very clean & oh so cozy w. a beautiful view of the pond on site. my son did some pretty good fishing, room to walk the dog around & probably the cleanest outhouse i've been in to date!
thanks so much for having us.. can't wait to come back!
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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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