The best campgrounds near Louisville, Kentucky with swimming

Welcome to Hipcamp! If you're looking for a camping experience near Louisville, Kentucky with swimming, we've got you covered. With over 500 options available, you're sure to find the perfect spot to cool off and relax. Some of our top campsites include Hidden Lake Farm (359 reviews), Hones Pointe (352 reviews), and Wildcat Creek Farm in Tyrone (82 reviews). With popular amenities like trash disposal, pet-friendly areas, and toilets, you'll have all the comforts you need. And if you're looking for more adventure, nearby activities include exploring historic sites, off-roading (OHV), and hiking. So pack your swimsuit and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Welcome to Hipcamp! If you're looking for a camping experience near Louisville, Kentucky with swimming, we've got you covered. With over 500 options available, you're sure to find the perfect spot to cool off and relax. Some of our top campsites include Hidden Lake Farm (359 reviews), Hones Pointe (352 reviews), and Wildcat Creek Farm in Tyrone (82 reviews). With popular amenities like trash disposal, pet-friendly areas, and toilets, you'll have all the comforts you need. And if you're looking for more adventure, nearby activities include exploring historic sites, off-roading (OHV), and hiking. So pack your swimsuit and get ready for an unforgettable camping experience!

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1. Hidden Valley River Camp

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26mi from Louisville · 4 sites · Tents · Westport, KY

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.

2. Hones Pointe Campground

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32mi from Louisville · 36 sites · Tents, RVs · Campbellsburg, KY

Hones Pointe was established in 1988. It was built by four insurance agents to elude our sales managers so we could enjoy a unique natural setting. Over the years, we have planted many different varieties of trees and perennials to observe. Also evidence exists of this area being an Indian camp long ago as suggested by arrowheads and an old handmade rock wall. Primitive camping where you can pick your own scenic spot. We will furnish picnic table, fire ring, garbage can, and charcoal grill during your campout. Welcome!

3. Fire pit creek side

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32mi from Louisville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Waddy, KY

Learn more about this land: A quaint creek side retreat with a fire pit! Enjoy views and sounds of the creek from your campsite. Expect to see families of turkeys, deer, turtles, many beautiful birds and more! Chill out or walk along the creek Along our driveway as we work to grow our organic farm homestead. ** please note we have a few site options for camping which we are happy to tell you more about! Large RVs and campers are welcome but will likely want to stay in the area before our bridge (we are happy to send pictures). Long campers and RVs that are low to the ground may scrape / bottom out going across the bridge. WARNING: The driveway leading to the campsite is a long, steep, gravel driveway with a concrete bridge at the bottom. The bridge also has fairly steep embankments on both sides (entering and exiting) with a turn heading into the site. A 4WD vehicle will be necessary for anyone pulling an RV as we have had at least one guest get stuck halfway up the hill when exiting with a two-wheeled truck with a V8 engine pulling a small RV. In addition, you will likely need a brake-control system installed for coming down the hill. Front-wheel drive vehicles with high clearance should be satisfactory to cross the bridge and exit the steep hill as long as you are not pulling an RV. Please don't hesitate to reach out with specific questions! We operate on a first come first serve basis and promise to get back to you asap!

4. Deam Lake State Recreation Area

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215 sites · Borden, Indiana

Find your lake life vibes in southern Indiana.

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5. Hardy Lake

162 sites · Deputy, Indiana

Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.

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6. MoonLight Grove Farm

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34mi from Louisville · 2 sites · Tents · Battletown, KY

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.

7. Lost On Purpose

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36mi from Louisville · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · KY

Secluded 2br 1 bath private and quiet, not a neighbor in sight! We have hiking, biking and horse trails galore. Fishing in the pond is permitted with a barbless hook and catch n release! Rock hounders welcome to explore the creek beds, and bring your disc golf or archery bows- we have that too! You will never want to leave!

8. Little Blue Horse Camp

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40mi from Louisville · 1 site · Tent · Grantsburg, IN

Enjoy some serenity in our little piece of heaven on the Little Blue River. A unique retreat, with access to the river, areas to explore, rock features, water falls and a ton of nature. We ask that you respect all the surrounding wildlife and plant life-- we are also a preservation space. Learn more about this land: Enjoy sleeping and waking to the serene sounds of the lazy Little Blue River and enjoy comforts of a cozy campground, nestled on private land in the Hoosier National Forest.

9. Nighthawk Forest

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46mi from Louisville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Paoli, IN

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.

10. Clifty Falls State Park

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164 sites · Madison, Indiana

With a name like this, the outdoor fun is obvious.

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11. General Butler State Resort Park

104 sites · Carrollton, Kentucky

Discover General Butler State Resort Park's natural charm.

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12. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

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150 sites · Vallonia, Indiana

Discover the natural charm of Starve Hollow State Recreation Area.

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13. Hoosier National Forest

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252 sites · Paoli, Indiana

See the wilderness of southern Indiana from the Ohio River to just south of Bloomington.

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14. M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE

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46mi from Louisville · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Worthville, KY

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.

15. Canby Ferry Campground

44mi from Louisville · 21 sites · Madison, IN

Canby Ferry Campground stands out as a unique destination with its eight private full hookup sites nestled along the scenic Ohio River. This charming campground is conveniently situated next to the Canby Ferry public boat ramp, making it an ideal spot for water enthusiasts. Each site is designed to accommodate RVs up to 45 feet in length and features concrete pads, fire rings, picnic tables, and both 30 and 50 amp service. For those seeking breathtaking views, sites 3 through 6 offer stunning vistas of the river. The campground is just a short 10-minute drive from Historic Downtown Madison, where visitors can explore a variety of local shops, restaurants, and family-friendly activities. Enjoy playgrounds, basketball courts, volleyball courts, hiking trails, and a picturesque river walk. Downtown Madison also hosts numerous festivals throughout the year, including Court Days, Regatta, Chautauqua, Ribberfest, and music in the park, along with a vibrant farmers market. With its prime location and excellent amenities, Canby Ferry Campground is the perfect getaway for outdoor lovers and families alike. Bring your boat, jet skis, or canoe and make the most of your stay!

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Camper favorites near Louisville

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

MoonLight Grove Farm

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34mi from Louisville · 2 sites · Tents · Battletown, KY

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.

Lost On Purpose

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36mi from Louisville · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · KY

Secluded 2br 1 bath private and quiet, not a neighbor in sight! We have hiking, biking and horse trails galore. Fishing in the pond is permitted with a barbless hook and catch n release! Rock hounders welcome to explore the creek beds, and bring your disc golf or archery bows- we have that too! You will never want to leave!

Little Blue Horse Camp

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40mi from Louisville · 1 site · Tent · Grantsburg, IN

Enjoy some serenity in our little piece of heaven on the Little Blue River. A unique retreat, with access to the river, areas to explore, rock features, water falls and a ton of nature. We ask that you respect all the surrounding wildlife and plant life-- we are also a preservation space. Learn more about this land: Enjoy sleeping and waking to the serene sounds of the lazy Little Blue River and enjoy comforts of a cozy campground, nestled on private land in the Hoosier National Forest.

Nighthawk Forest

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46mi from Louisville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Paoli, IN

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.

M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE

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46mi from Louisville · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Worthville, KY

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.

Canby Ferry Campground

44mi from Louisville · 21 sites · Madison, IN

Canby Ferry Campground stands out as a unique destination with its eight private full hookup sites nestled along the scenic Ohio River. This charming campground is conveniently situated next to the Canby Ferry public boat ramp, making it an ideal spot for water enthusiasts. Each site is designed to accommodate RVs up to 45 feet in length and features concrete pads, fire rings, picnic tables, and both 30 and 50 amp service. For those seeking breathtaking views, sites 3 through 6 offer stunning vistas of the river. The campground is just a short 10-minute drive from Historic Downtown Madison, where visitors can explore a variety of local shops, restaurants, and family-friendly activities. Enjoy playgrounds, basketball courts, volleyball courts, hiking trails, and a picturesque river walk. Downtown Madison also hosts numerous festivals throughout the year, including Court Days, Regatta, Chautauqua, Ribberfest, and music in the park, along with a vibrant farmers market. With its prime location and excellent amenities, Canby Ferry Campground is the perfect getaway for outdoor lovers and families alike. Bring your boat, jet skis, or canoe and make the most of your stay!

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Public campgrounds near Louisville

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Deam Lake State Recreation Area

18mi from Louisville · 215 sites · Tents, RVs · in Deam Lake State Recreation Area

Hardy Lake Campground

38mi from Louisville · 162 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hardy Lake

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Clifty Falls State Park Campground

40mi from Louisville · 164 sites · Tents, RVs · in Clifty Falls State Park

General Butler Campground

44mi from Louisville · 104 sites · Tents, RVs · in General Butler State Resort Park

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Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

45mi from Louisville · 150 sites · Tents, RVs · in Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

All of the sites looked this good at least. Level and easy to back into.

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Indian Celina Lake Campground

47mi from Louisville · 23 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hoosier National Forest

Springs Valley Recreation Area

48mi from Louisville · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hoosier National Forest

Tipsaw Lake Campground

49mi from Louisville · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hoosier National Forest

Stories from the community

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Matthew

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hones Pointe Campground

I had a great experience. I stayed at Holmes Hideaway site and it was beautiful - on the river with seclusion, fire pits, and plenty of tree cover. I went in mid-november and it was not crowded. Everything done through the app and I was left alone. It was a fun weekend.

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Ed

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hones Pointe Campground

Clean quiet and family friendly. Open areas and the river await adventure by all ages. Roving herd of sheep goats, donkey and mini horse add to the whimsy. Steve and his son Bradley are excellent hosts and I will return.

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Michael

November 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Hones Pointe Campground

Beautiful setting, clean facilities with lots of access to the little Kentucky River

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Caleb

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hidden Valley River Camp

Beautiful and peaceful location. The kids loved running around and playing on the huge field and along the riverbank. The large pavilion with electric comes in handy for blowing up mattresses and the porta-pot style toilet was the cleanest I've ever seen! This was our second time staying here and look forward to staying again.

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Zach

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hidden Valley River Camp

Love this area. We have now camped here 4 times and have not had a single complaint. The hosts are very welcoming and even take our kids for rides on their golf cart. This trip was our second annual camping trip with high school friends and bringing all of our kids together to play is awesome. Three of the campsites border a nice 2 acre or greater size yard and the kids play until they are so tired or it’s time for s’mores. We are already talking about another trip this summer.

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chris

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Hidden Valley River Camp

Very nice couple and great secluded campsite. Would go again

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Leslie

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Lost On Purpose

Beautiful & peaceful with very nice bathrooms & shower.

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Ben

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hidden Valley River Camp

Awesome hosts. Loved the view of the river and the hospitality. We will definitely be back in the summer.

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Steven

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hidden Valley River Camp

Amazingly kind host, definitely a great spot. Bathrooms were super clean and had a nightlight in it and wash station. Easy access to the river and very peaceful out there. You rarely ever heard any other noises other than the occasional flight over. Most of the sites are not private, there’s just one private site. So if you want the privacy, make sure you request that one set back off in another field close to the creek or check its availability.

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Morgan

October 2025

16 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Fire pit creek side

What a great spot. Very private and a perfect place to camp. The site is sat between 2 creeks and our young boys (2 and 4) absolutely loved exploring every bit of it. The hosts were very nice and provided firewood! Will definitely be coming back.

Emily

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Hidden Valley River Camp

Our group loved camping on Kathy and Scott's land! Very chill, welcoming hosts. Talking with Scott and meeting Sam the dog was definitely a highlight. :) Such a beautiful, peaceful spot by the river. Very spacious and FLAT campsites. Port-a-toilet even had a foot-pump sink and soap next to it – so nice to be able to wash your hands and not just use hand sanitizer. Amazing view of the river and barges going by in the morning. We loved it and will definitely be back again!

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River

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Little Blue Horse Camp

This truly is a Perfect Little Spot. The hosts are wonderful and take thoughtful care with the place and the details. Favorite highlights are: the comfy chairs with cushions by the large stone wall fire pit, The composting outhouse is clean, cute and comfortable. The open grassy areas are super soft with the ground underneath, great for walking barefoot and feeling the goodness of the earth beneath your feet, also nice for the level areas for tent camping on the ground. The covered porch for hanging out is lovely, A great place to journal or read when the sun is high. I felt totally tucked away and private. Angie and Paige have made this a very special place.

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Kristy

October 2025

36 ft fifth wheel

4 nights at Hones Pointe Campground

Loved this campground! Steve was an awesome host and we loved the free roaming animals!

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Shannon

October 2025

24 ft campervan

With pets

1 night at Hones Pointe Campground

Cool spot a short way down a windy road, and at the bottom you reach the campground. We were able to let our dogs run free with us while the goats were away at work, very fun. Peaceful and quiet, super clean toilet, and great place for kids.

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Dmytro

October 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Hones Pointe Campground

Great place to stay. My son was really excited to explore!

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tracy

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Hones Pointe Campground

Was greeted by a lovely dark pony on arrival. Was sent off in the morning by a herd of goats and a mule🙂. Site was private and clean

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Scott

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Lost On Purpose

Absolutely peaceful. The woods and the fields reminded me of where I grew up, sadly my youth and that land is gone. Would highly recommend staying here

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Dung

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hidden Valley River Camp

We love the place especially the river bank area where dogs and kids can play. Hosts are supper nice and friendly , beautiful river view. Nice shade and grass area.

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Matthew

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hones Pointe Campground

We had a relaxing and enjoyable night in Oakie Dokie. The tents site are very large and private. The "petting zoo" was an interesting neighbor, along with the free range pony aka Little Sebastian".

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Christopher

September 2025

15 ft pop-up camper

1 night at Hones Pointe Campground

We had a great time! Beautiful, well kept property. Steve was a very accomodating host. We plan to return in the near future.