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The best beach camping near Louisville
100% (269) • 13 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Louisville
Hidden Valley River Camp
1. Hidden Valley River Camp
99%
(201)
26mi from Louisville · 4 sites
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.
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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. Children MUST be supervised by an adult while swimming! MUST wear shoes on the beach and while in the water.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$42
/ night
MoonLight Grove Farm
2. MoonLight Grove Farm
100%
(124)
34mi from Louisville · 2 sites
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
Charlestown State Park
3. Charlestown State Park
100%
(4)
State park 15mi from Louisville · 189 sites
Discover Charlestown State Park's rugged beauty and outdoor adventures.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Deam Lake State Recreation Area
4. Deam Lake State Recreation Area
100%
(3)
State park 18mi from Louisville · 215 sites
Find your lake life vibes in southern Indiana.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
O'Bannon Woods State Park
5. O'Bannon Woods State Park
75%
(3)
State park 28mi from Louisville · 291 sites
Discover O'Bannon Woods State Park and its lush landscapes, historic sites, and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Jackson-Washington State Forest
6. Jackson-Washington State Forest
State forest 37mi from Louisville · 48 sites
Discover the rugged beauty of Jackson-Washington State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
Hardy Lake
7. Hardy Lake
State park 38mi from Louisville · 162 sites
Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Clifty Falls State Park
8. Clifty Falls State Park
86%
(9)
State park 40mi from Louisville · 164 sites
With a name like this, the outdoor fun is obvious.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
General Butler State Resort Park
9. General Butler State Resort Park
State park 44mi from Louisville · 104 sites
Discover General Butler State Resort Park's natural charm.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
10. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
100%
(6)
State park 45mi from Louisville · 150 sites
Discover the natural charm of Starve Hollow State Recreation Area.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Hoosier National Forest
11. Hoosier National Forest
88%
(13)
National forest 43mi from Louisville · 252 sites
See the wilderness of southern Indiana from the Ohio River to just south of Bloomington.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
100% (269) • 13 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Louisville
Hidden Valley River Camp
1. Hidden Valley River Camp
99%
(201)
26mi from Louisville · 4 sites
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. Children MUST be supervised by an adult while swimming! MUST wear shoes on the beach and while in the water.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from
$42
/ night
MoonLight Grove Farm
2. MoonLight Grove Farm
100%
(124)
34mi from Louisville · 2 sites
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
Charlestown State Park
3. Charlestown State Park
100%
(4)
State park 15mi from Louisville · 189 sites
Discover Charlestown State Park's rugged beauty and outdoor adventures.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Deam Lake State Recreation Area
4. Deam Lake State Recreation Area
100%
(3)
State park 18mi from Louisville · 215 sites
Find your lake life vibes in southern Indiana.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
O'Bannon Woods State Park
5. O'Bannon Woods State Park
75%
(3)
State park 28mi from Louisville · 291 sites
Discover O'Bannon Woods State Park and its lush landscapes, historic sites, and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Jackson-Washington State Forest
6. Jackson-Washington State Forest
State forest 37mi from Louisville · 48 sites
Discover the rugged beauty of Jackson-Washington State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
Hardy Lake
7. Hardy Lake
State park 38mi from Louisville · 162 sites
Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Clifty Falls State Park
8. Clifty Falls State Park
86%
(9)
State park 40mi from Louisville · 164 sites
With a name like this, the outdoor fun is obvious.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
General Butler State Resort Park
9. General Butler State Resort Park
State park 44mi from Louisville · 104 sites
Discover General Butler State Resort Park's natural charm.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
10. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
100%
(6)
State park 45mi from Louisville · 150 sites
Discover the natural charm of Starve Hollow State Recreation Area.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Hoosier National Forest
11. Hoosier National Forest
88%
(13)
National forest 43mi from Louisville · 252 sites
See the wilderness of southern Indiana from the Ohio River to just south of Bloomington.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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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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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Scott
September 2025
Tent
We only stayed a night but we're already planning a longer stay. Quiet and peaceful, I haven't slept that good in ages. Can't wait to go back
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Alyssa
August 2025
Tent
With pets
My family and I enjoyed staying on Susan and Larry’s land. The views were beautiful and my son absolutely loved going to see the animals. The campsite was nice and clean. The out house and outside shower were a nice luxury to have available to us. I made the mistake of letting my car battery die while charging my phone and Larry kindly jumped my car off for me. It felt very secluded and was exactly the trip we were hoping for. Overall our family camp trip was very enjoyable and Susan and Larry were very nice and helpful.
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claire
August 2025
Tent
Susan's property is a little oasis with prime views of the Ohio River. Biggest highlight are her farm animals and the clean outhouse. Highly recommend!
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Aaron
July 2025
Tent
With pets
We could not have been more happy with the camping experience. Great place to off grid and relax. Great river beach to fish on. Delicious fresh eggs to eat. Just wonderful.
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Nick
May 2025
Tent
With pets
Beautiful getaway spot on the Ohio River! Peaceful, private, the perfect space to relax and recharge. We will definitely be back.
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Christina
May 2025
Tent
I got a chance to camp on Susan and Larry's land May 11~16 and can't wait to go back. You truly get to camp right next to the river (as you can see in the attached video), with great views of the water, birds that fish it, and barges that travel it. The land is peaceful, and beautiful ...you can see in another video I uploaded how beautifully misty it gets the morning after a good rain.
The farm is home to many wonderful animals, and it was heartwarming to see how much the hosts care for them. I got to spend most of my time sitting quietly at camp, but every day I also took the time to visit the animals. Susan and Larry were gracious, down to earth, and helpful in every way. They have three farm dogs and took the time to formally introduce us. I've been at a Hipcamp before where I didn't get this kind of warm introduction and had to set up camp nervously while a strange dog barked and growled a little too close to me. I got to know and grow used to these dogs very quickly, including a very sweet old soul who spent a lot of time next to me whenever I went up to sit and watch the animals.
Things to know before you go: I have T-Mobile and didn't get much coverage in the area. It's quite spotty until about half an hour towards Brandenburg, best stop for gas and ice. Did not go out much except one trip to Forest Edge Winery (recommended). Wish I'd visited the Bernheim trails, forest giants, and the forest/arboretum. Next visit!
Reserve a spot at Moonlight Grove ...you won't regret it!
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Seuran
April 2025
Tent
With pets
It’s big farm than I expected. There are goats, pigs, chickens also cute cat. Shower is available and they provide shampoo, conditioner, body wash. It was very safe and hosts are very kind. Cell is not working that well but wifi is available near there house. Highly recommended!!
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Rebecca
April 2025
Tent
Hosts are wonderful - the site is lovely. Secluded, beautiful views of the river. Would recommend to anyone ! Even spent time with the baby goats :)
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Jennifer
March 2025
Tent
With pets
We have stayed here a few times and always enjoy it!
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