98% (63) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Van Bibber Lake
Martin H.’s Land
1. Martin H.’s Land
99%
(57)
6.6mi from Van Bibber Lake · 2 sites · Tents
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$32
/ night
The Timbercrest Ranch
2. The Timbercrest Ranch
98%
(25)
42mi from Van Bibber Lake · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
The land consists of: 100 acres of forest, pastures, four ponds, orchards, hoop house, pavilion area with grill, 150-year-old tobacco barn, gardens, chickens, guineas, turkeys, quail, bees, kune kune pigs and wagyu cattle, stocked pond on absolutely gorgeous rolling hills. The land will take your breathe away.
Learn more about this land:
Several trails with lots of opportunities to see nature, particularly wild turkey's and deer and the local bison farm.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$65
/ night
Events And Stays At Cataract Falls
3. Events And Stays At Cataract Falls
20mi from Van Bibber Lake · 1 site · Lodging
Located in the Town of Cataract alongside the most spectacular waterfalls in the Midwest is the Cataract Falls Lodge. The lodge itself sleeps up to 16 with 5 beds and 3 sofa beds. Three individual units all connecting to one another allow privacy when needed and gatherings when wanted. Across from the lodge is the Cataract Falls Wedding Veranda; an indoor-outdoor space for hosting weddings, family reunions wellness retreats, and business functions for up to 60 people.
The space
For weddings, family gatherings, or business retreats; welcome to the Cataract Falls Lodge. Accommodations for up to 16 overnight guests with an indoor-outdoor event space to host up to 60 people. The lodge and surrounding property are set up for entire families or groups that love the outdoors and enjoy the amenities offered indoors. The lodge and Event Veranda are located at the entrance to the Cataract State Recreation Area. A short walk from the front door you are standing at one of the most magnificent waterfall features in the Midwest. Picture-taking opportunities both at the Falls and on the property are abundant. The lodge has three individual suites for privacy but with adjoining doors that adjoin one another for a family connection.
Guest access
When renting the entire Lodge you and your guests will have access to the entire property with the opportunity to rent the Cataract Falls Veranda for your special event.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$899
/ night
Shades State Park
4. Shades State Park
94%
(8)
106 sites · Alamo, Indiana
A shady retreat for hikers, campers, and canoeists just outside the city.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Owen-Putnam State Forest
5. Owen-Putnam State Forest
69 sites · Spencer, Indiana
Discover the natural splendor of Owen-Putnam State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
McCormicks Creek State Park
6. McCormicks Creek State Park
100%
(5)
233 sites · Spencer, Indiana
Welcome to Indiana’s first state park, camping mecca since 1916.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
98% (63) • 9 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Van Bibber Lake
Martin H.’s Land
1. Martin H.’s Land
99%
(57)
6.6mi from Van Bibber Lake · 2 sites · Tents
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$32
/ night
The Timbercrest Ranch
2. The Timbercrest Ranch
98%
(25)
42mi from Van Bibber Lake · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
The land consists of: 100 acres of forest, pastures, four ponds, orchards, hoop house, pavilion area with grill, 150-year-old tobacco barn, gardens, chickens, guineas, turkeys, quail, bees, kune kune pigs and wagyu cattle, stocked pond on absolutely gorgeous rolling hills. The land will take your breathe away.
Learn more about this land:
Several trails with lots of opportunities to see nature, particularly wild turkey's and deer and the local bison farm.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$65
/ night
Events And Stays At Cataract Falls
3. Events And Stays At Cataract Falls
20mi from Van Bibber Lake · 1 site · Lodging
Located in the Town of Cataract alongside the most spectacular waterfalls in the Midwest is the Cataract Falls Lodge. The lodge itself sleeps up to 16 with 5 beds and 3 sofa beds. Three individual units all connecting to one another allow privacy when needed and gatherings when wanted. Across from the lodge is the Cataract Falls Wedding Veranda; an indoor-outdoor space for hosting weddings, family reunions wellness retreats, and business functions for up to 60 people.
The space
For weddings, family gatherings, or business retreats; welcome to the Cataract Falls Lodge. Accommodations for up to 16 overnight guests with an indoor-outdoor event space to host up to 60 people. The lodge and surrounding property are set up for entire families or groups that love the outdoors and enjoy the amenities offered indoors. The lodge and Event Veranda are located at the entrance to the Cataract State Recreation Area. A short walk from the front door you are standing at one of the most magnificent waterfall features in the Midwest. Picture-taking opportunities both at the Falls and on the property are abundant. The lodge has three individual suites for privacy but with adjoining doors that adjoin one another for a family connection.
Guest access
When renting the entire Lodge you and your guests will have access to the entire property with the opportunity to rent the Cataract Falls Veranda for your special event.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$899
/ night
Shades State Park
4. Shades State Park
94%
(8)
106 sites · Alamo, Indiana
A shady retreat for hikers, campers, and canoeists just outside the city.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Owen-Putnam State Forest
5. Owen-Putnam State Forest
69 sites · Spencer, Indiana
Discover the natural splendor of Owen-Putnam State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
McCormicks Creek State Park
6. McCormicks Creek State Park
100%
(5)
233 sites · Spencer, Indiana
Welcome to Indiana’s first state park, camping mecca since 1916.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Ian
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Peaceful property. Easy to communicate with. Would camp here again!
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Ashley
October 2025
Tent
Incredible spot, I forgot the magic of camping under full trees. While it’s been a dry summer with no rain, the waterfall wasn’t active but a gorgeous place. This also meant no mosquitos and hardly any other bugs. Peaceful.
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Megan
September 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With kids
Great camping spot! Hosts were very responsive and helpful. Spot is beautiful and private! We stayed by the pavilion & pond. The property is big so I imagine even if others are there, there would still be plenty of privacy. The bathroom (on the back side of the barn) was nice to have - 3 min walk. Kids fished & caught/released a bunch, hung the hammocks, made dinner/breakfast using the grate over the fire. Would love to come back again!
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John
September 2025
26 ft travel trailer
With pets
Very nice property, very private & great hosts. will be back!
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rosalyn
June 2025
Tent
The site really is out in the woods and secluded, we loved it! Hiking the grounds you will want full length pants and hiking boots, it is very rugged but the waterfall and creek area are close to the site and great to see! We went to nearby Depauw nature park and Fern Cliff nature preserve, both within 15ish minutes away and beautiful places. Martin and Jennifer were very helpful and friendly with directions. I would recommend this site, especially as a good option for hiking the dozens of nearby parks without staying in a crowded campground.
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Kelly
June 2025
21 ft travel trailer
With pets
Gorgeous property and very helpful hosts! Lent us an extension cord and hose since this was our first time out. Even brought us eggs from their chickens! Great time!
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Katte
June 2025
Tent
With kids
Always a wonderful time here. Great location. The only thing that's not so good is the dogs barking all night. Other than that it's peaceful and relaxing.
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Eric
May 2025
Tent
With pets
Perfect camping spot. Secluded, peaceful and quiet. Host is very helpful with directions. We will be going back.
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Miles
April 2025
Tent
With pets
I loved this little spot. Nice and secluded. Will keep in mind for next time I am in the area and need a spot.
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Kimberly
April 2025
Tent
With kids
Ive been eyeing this spot for awhile and was so happy to finally visit. Such a beautiful and private spot. You can hear the waterfall trickle from your tent. I took a beautiful walk down into it and it was just stunning! We were there in bad weather, a lot of rain, and the. Drive was very muddy but we managed. Wouldn’t have been a bad walk if I would have had to park by the road. Also with the bad weather, Martin was always quick to reply. He gave great recommendations for weather stations to watch. It was a great middle point for many parks around! While the drives to Turkey run, shades, McCormicks and cataract falls weren’t bad. I very HIGHLY reccomend checking out Depauw quarry and Fern Cliff in the area. my kids and I enjoyed our stay so much and cannot wait to get back.
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Scott
March 2025
20 ft travel trailer
With pets
Very nice, private land with a beautiful pond and amazing view of the sunset. It's a secluded site and the owners were very accommodating. I would definitely return if I'm in the area again. I would say that maybe if you have a land yacht this might not be the spot for you. Smaller travel trailers will do best in this area.
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