- Waterside Camping
The best lakeside camping near St Matthews
99% (27) • 13 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near St Matthews
Lost On Purpose
1. Lost On Purpose
98%
(26)
38mi from St Matthews · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
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!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$25
/ night
Blissful Bluegrass Oasis
2. Blissful Bluegrass Oasis
35mi from St Matthews · 1 site
This memorable place is anything but ordinary. Come enjoy a glamping experience on Johnson Lake, a private 18 acre lake, with great fishing and water activities including kayaks and a Jon boat! The cabin has A/C with 2 bedrooms, queen bed and bunk beds.
PSA: There is no running water in the in the cabin meaning there is no bathroom. A port-a-potty is on site.
This is a NO SWIMMING LAKE.
NEW PHOTOS COMING SOON.
Outdoor shower house and restroom coming soon (2025)!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$90
/ night
M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE
3. M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE
88%
(17)
40mi from St Matthews · 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
Deam Lake State Recreation Area
4. Deam Lake State Recreation Area
100%
(3)
State park 19mi from St Matthews · 215 sites
Find your lake life vibes in southern Indiana.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Taylorsville Lake State Park
5. Taylorsville Lake State Park
83%
(3)
State park 26mi from St Matthews · 70 sites
Discover Taylorsville Lake State Park's natural splendor.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Little Cabin
6. Little Cabin
100%
(1)
47mi from St Matthews · 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
My Old Kentucky Home
7. My Old Kentucky Home
100%
(2)
State park 32mi from St Matthews · 39 sites
Discover the historic charm of My Old Kentucky Home.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Hardy Lake
8. Hardy Lake
State park 36mi from St Matthews · 162 sites
Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Jackson-Washington State Forest
9. Jackson-Washington State Forest
State forest 39mi from St Matthews · 48 sites
Discover the rugged beauty of Jackson-Washington State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
General Butler State Resort Park
10. General Butler State Resort Park
State park 39mi from St Matthews · 104 sites
Discover General Butler State Resort Park's natural charm.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
11. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
100%
(6)
State park 46mi from St Matthews · 150 sites
Discover the natural charm of Starve Hollow State Recreation Area.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
99% (27) • 13 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near St Matthews
Lost On Purpose
1. Lost On Purpose
98%
(26)
38mi from St Matthews · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
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!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$25
/ night
Blissful Bluegrass Oasis
2. Blissful Bluegrass Oasis
35mi from St Matthews · 1 site
This memorable place is anything but ordinary. Come enjoy a glamping experience on Johnson Lake, a private 18 acre lake, with great fishing and water activities including kayaks and a Jon boat! The cabin has A/C with 2 bedrooms, queen bed and bunk beds.
PSA: There is no running water in the in the cabin meaning there is no bathroom. A port-a-potty is on site.
This is a NO SWIMMING LAKE.
NEW PHOTOS COMING SOON.
Outdoor shower house and restroom coming soon (2025)!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$90
/ night
M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE
3. M&M SHOW PLACE & LAKE
88%
(17)
40mi from St Matthews · 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
Deam Lake State Recreation Area
4. Deam Lake State Recreation Area
100%
(3)
State park 19mi from St Matthews · 215 sites
Find your lake life vibes in southern Indiana.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Taylorsville Lake State Park
5. Taylorsville Lake State Park
83%
(3)
State park 26mi from St Matthews · 70 sites
Discover Taylorsville Lake State Park's natural splendor.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Little Cabin
6. Little Cabin
100%
(1)
47mi from St Matthews · 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
My Old Kentucky Home
7. My Old Kentucky Home
100%
(2)
State park 32mi from St Matthews · 39 sites
Discover the historic charm of My Old Kentucky Home.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Hardy Lake
8. Hardy Lake
State park 36mi from St Matthews · 162 sites
Discover Hardy Lake's serene waters and vibrant wildlife.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Jackson-Washington State Forest
9. Jackson-Washington State Forest
State forest 39mi from St Matthews · 48 sites
Discover the rugged beauty of Jackson-Washington State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Picnic table
General Butler State Resort Park
10. General Butler State Resort Park
State park 39mi from St Matthews · 104 sites
Discover General Butler State Resort Park's natural charm.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
11. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
100%
(6)
State park 46mi from St Matthews · 150 sites
Discover the natural charm of Starve Hollow State Recreation Area.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Leslie
October 2025
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Scott
October 2025
Tent
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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Thomas
September 2025
Tent
With kids
Great spot and great host! The fishing lake produced 3 catfish, just make sure to bring barbless hooks. The kids enjoyed it.
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Justin
August 2025
Tent
Absolutely perfect and was exactly what I needed. Host was fast to respond and had a much needed relaxing camp
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Jordan
March 2025
Tent
Group trip
Everything went great. The host is great with communication and the land is peaceful. Would always recommend this hipcamp
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Anthony
March 2025
Tent
True definition of secluded in nature. Was able to get in the creek and follow for miles all directions. Crystal clear waters flowing from up top and all the history it carries with it! Nothing but the sounds of deer calls for bed down, owls, the wind and the trees speaking to you, and stars at night. It was definitely a heavy feeling to have to leave, but I can’t wait to get back again this season and do some more exploring.
I will say this is a primitive campers advantage for sure. The wind up in the mountain can cut and rain can come in at any moment. Temps about 10 degrees or so colder than actual. I prefer cold weather camping myself but if you’re not confident in your primitive skills, I’d stay to the warmer months. All in all, can’t wait to get back to this 125 acre beauty. Thank you for sharing what you have with us!
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