The best ranch campgrounds near Sturgis, Kentucky

Looking to go camping near Sturgis, Kentucky in the United States? Look no further than Hipcamp, the go-to website for outdoor enthusiasts. With over 445 options available, you're sure to find the perfect campsite that suits your accommodation type, activity/terrain preference, and budget. Plus, with an average price per night of $20 and options as low as $10, camping has never been more affordable. Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews, such as The Art Farm Women's Retreat (73 reviews), Camping Off The Grid -Barbour Farms (54 reviews), and Glamp Games Retreat (44 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like campfires, cooking equipment, and toilets, and engage in exciting activities such as exploring historic sites, hiking, and boating. Get ready to experience the great outdoors like never before!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to go camping near Sturgis, Kentucky in the United States? Look no further than Hipcamp, the go-to website for outdoor enthusiasts. With over 445 options available, you're sure to find the perfect campsite that suits your accommodation type, activity/terrain preference, and budget. Plus, with an average price per night of $20 and options as low as $10, camping has never been more affordable. Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews, such as The Art Farm Women's Retreat (73 reviews), Camping Off The Grid -Barbour Farms (54 reviews), and Glamp Games Retreat (44 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like campfires, cooking equipment, and toilets, and engage in exciting activities such as exploring historic sites, hiking, and boating. Get ready to experience the great outdoors like never before!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Little Lusk Campground And Lodging

32mi from Sturgis · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Stonefort, IL

50 well shaded campsites with three ponds, a playground for the kids and horse trails in the middle of Shawnee National Forest. Stalls available. Come hike or camp with us and visit nearby attractions like Jackson Falls, Garden of the Gods, Bell Smith springs and much more. 6 bedroom lodge available to rent just a room or the whole thing. Each bedroom has a private bathroom, tv, microwave and mini fridge. Full kitchen and living space available with a huge stone fireplace right in the middle. (Office is located in the lodge) We also provide primitive camping.

2. Places of Sanctuary

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37mi from Sturgis · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · Parkers Settlement, IN

Places of Sanctuary has 30 Acres of woods which include several dedicated hiking trails with beautiful clearings and benches for resting and reflecting along the way. You're welcome to fish in the pond that has plenty of shade and sun, or sit around the bonfire site where we have benches provided and roast marshmallows. With two easy-access large tree houses, bench swings and a big picnic shelter, there's lots of room to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet. You might encounter wildlife like: deer, mink, or geese, but you're sure to see our chickens and ducks running around and hear our rooster crow in the morning. Depending on the time and season, we offer several hands on experiences with berry picking, chicken tending, food processing, gardening, and general light land maintenance like checking the trails for down limbs and trash. With gorgeous views and the convenience of being just 10 minutes from University Southern Indiana or 15 minutes from restaurants and stores, we welcome you to camp with us. If you are interested in staying longer than 3 nights or your RV/camper is longer than 36 feet long, please message us to see if we can accommodate your visit. Usually we can!

3. Hitesville Opry House Park

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17mi from Sturgis · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · Waverly, KY

We can accommodate up to 8 RVs or campers and many tents. Amenities: • Electric: • 1 × 50-amp service • 6 × 30-amp services • Water • Wi-Fi Our small horse farm is conveniently located in beautiful historic Hitesville, KY, nestled in the valley of Hunter Hill with views of rolling farmland. Watch for our music and band venues at the Hitesville Opry House, and check out upcoming events at http://www.hitesville.com . We play music from the past and today’s biggest hits. We’re a family-friendly venue, so please mind your P’s and Q’s—but most importantly, enjoy the shows!

4. Fullerosa Horseback And Hunting

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33mi from Sturgis · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Stonefort, IL

Experience unparalleled privacy, seclusion, and the soothing sounds of nature during your stay in this expansive and distinctive retreat. Unlike any other private property in the vicinity, our land boasts an array of natural features including ponds, waterfalls, cliffs, bluffs, fields, forests, trails, and creeks scattered throughout. With several trails branching out in all directions into the Shawnee National Forest, exploration opportunities abound. Each of our spacious campsites is thoughtfully designed to afford maximum privacy, ensuring a peaceful and undisturbed retreat into nature. Just a short 5-10 minute drive down the road, Burden Falls awaits, offering a scenic natural wonder to explore. The Garden of the Gods, another iconic attraction, is a mere 15-20 minute drive away, inviting you to marvel at its breathtaking rock formations and panoramic vistas. For added convenience and indulgence, homemade breakfast and lunch sandwiches are available upon request, allowing you to savor delicious meals without the hassle of preparation. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and indulge in the ultimate retreat experience at our unique property. ATTENTION- I allow animals, but they are NOT ALLOWED ON THE FURNITURE! If you let your animals on the couch/bed I will charge an extra fee for professional cleaning. Bring a dog bed/ cat bed etc.

5. Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm

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34mi from Sturgis · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Eldorado, IL

Off the Historic Goshen Trail that runs from mid-Illinois thru here to Alton, IL which is close to St.Louis, MO. Oldest house on the trail. 1922 farmhouse but homestead older than that. Learn more about this land: Tent or small camper welcome. Peaceful, farm work around you, fresh eggs available and friendly farmers. Firewood can be found in piles around the farm. Very quiet, wildlife crossings and lots of berries to pick.

6. Little Texas Farm and Lodge

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42mi from Sturgis · 1 site · Lodging · Grantsburg, IL

Located in the Southern Illinois Ozarks, this lodge and 600 acres are part of the Cache River Drainage area, an area recognized internationally as being ecologically unique. The Barn is located atop a limestone bluff; the property includes upland flora, wetland wildlife, row-crop fields, and has access on 2 sides to the Shawnee National Forest. Conveniently located to participate in the natural opportunities of S. Illinois.Learn more about this land:Bring the hot dogs and the beans, but leave the sleeping bag and tent behind. At Little Texas, you will spend your down-time in a 1600 foot, 3 BR, 3 bath lodge located 2/3 mile off the closest gravel road. Little Texas is a place for those who love the isolation of camping but also the amenities of a lodge/home. Full kitchen. Sleeps 8. Step outside for a view of the yard, the working windmill, the fields, trees, and the pond. Test your skill at sorting constellations from the spectacular array of stars. Located in Southernmost Illinois, the property sits on a limestone outcrop of the Ozarks which extend from Arkansas and Missouri across S. Illinois into westernmost Kentucky. Bordered on 2 sides by the 260,000 acre Shawnee National Forest, nature is literally just outside the door. When the hiker sits still, nature comes alive: deer, turkey, raccoons, skunks, beavers, and lots of birds.

Stories from the community

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Michael

November 2025

Tent

1 night at Hitesville Opry House Park

This place was fantastic! The host, Dick Wolfe, was so friendly and accommodating. He had a great campfire already going for us when we arrived. Plenty of extra firewood, access to electricity, and perhaps the cleanest portable bathroom I’ve ever seen. It’s a family business, and Dick makes you feel like you’re extended family. We will be back this way, and we’ll be camping here!

Hayley

October 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Fullerosa Horseback And Hunting

Beautiful, private campsite that is right next to the national forest. We had a wonderful night here!

Beth

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Fullerosa Horseback And Hunting

This is a lovely camp site near a small pond and a 5 minute walk to a new and very clean out house. Our camp hosts were very hospital, friendly and accommodating. They brought us lots of fire wood as it was pretty cold when we stayed there. We spent many hours around the large fire ring just talking and enjoying the quiet. We did not have clear skies so we weren't able to take advantage of the star gazing, but the area is free from light pollution and the nearby field would give you lots of space to star gaze. I highly recommend this site.

Julia

October 2025

17 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Places of Sanctuary

Beautiful property with loads of trails to walk the dogs. Farm fresh eggs were delicious for breakfast. Super-clean bathrooms. Hookups!

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Tim

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Fullerosa Horseback And Hunting

Amazing location and hospitality! Great hosts and feels like you have the National Forest and all its wonder to yourselves.

Scott

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Deaf Barefoot Melange Farm

Tent camping here is great. The folks I met were all very friendly and helpful. The place is an operational farm with chickens, geese, horses and lots of cats. Directions were clear and straight forward. You are very close to the small town of Eldorado Illinois and they have a great pizza place, mimmos and the Mexican restaurant in town I was told is very good. Very unique experience camping on active farm. Enjoyed it very much.

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Courtney

October 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Little Texas Farm and Lodge

This was our second time coming here! Great place to stay!

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Diana

September 2025

20 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Places of Sanctuary

We had a wonderful overnight stay at Bill’s HipCamp! He was extremely accommodating and the property is fabulous with lots of walking trails. The bathroom was spotless and very new in one of his buildings. Nothing but rave reviews for this HipCamp!

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Victoria

August 2025

21 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Places of Sanctuary

The place was beautiful, They meet you when you get there and ask if you need anything. Very helpful and polite. Don’t forget to buy some eggs because they are some of the best eggs I’ve had. My family enjoyed it very much. Thank you again!

Jeremy

August 2025

25 ft campervan

2 nights at Places of Sanctuary

Another great stay at Places of Sanctuary. Such a beautiful place and very thankful for the opportunity to experience it for a much needed reset.

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don

August 2025

25 ft Class A

Weekend Trip to Places of Sanctuary

Bill and Robins land is the perfect Hipcamp! Great host, beautiful flat site with electric and water, set in a peaceful, shaded setting. The restrooms are immaculate. I recommend this host to anyone and look forward to returning in the future. Fantastic!!!!

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Bret

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Fullerosa Horseback And Hunting

Beautiful location. Great access to Garden of the Goods. Excellent communication.

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Debbie

July 2025

32 ft Class A

11 nights at Places of Sanctuary

Great spot to be close to Evansville! Nice rural atmosphere and quiet.

Bill & Donna

July 2025

24 ft travel trailer

With kids

4 nights at Places of Sanctuary

We had a wonderful time. The trails, the property, even the chickens and ducks made for a memorable stay. We will return.

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Amy

July 2025

19 ft Class B

With kids

1 night at Places of Sanctuary

We loved camping at Bill & Robin’s land. The drive in was a little windy and it took us away from the hustle & bustle. The sites are all next to each other but spaced enough for privacy and they were perfectly flat! We loved the land. It was on a farm with chickens, a turkey, and ducks! We fished on a pond before taking showers in their sparkling clean restrooms. Although they had fill hookups but it’s nice when you don’t have to use your own when traveling in a class B. We had a great time and recommend for a night or two.

This large campsite has a small trail leading through the trees to a private pond. Walk a little further and you’re on the National Shawnee Forest Trail.

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Ted

July 2025

Tent

With pets

3 nights at Fullerosa Horseback And Hunting

Nice secluded spot on a beautiful property. Felt like we had our own getaway. Great people, would love to come back

Desirae

June 2025

19 ft campervan

1 night at Places of Sanctuary

Excellent stay! Hosts were so communicative and friendly. Directions were awesome. Great spot, we loved the chickens and ducks. Beautiful property. Thank you for having us. Would definitely stay again.

Gio

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Fullerosa Horseback And Hunting

Had an amazing time at Fullerosa. Great location with beautiful trails nearby. At night the fireflies put on an awesome light show in the huge field on the property. It also felt very private. Glamping at its finest!

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Jonathan

May 2025

Tent

1 night at Places of Sanctuary

Beautiful property, beautiful people. The hosts were responsive and were accommodating. Best bathrooms I've seen at a campground. Thanks Bill and Robin! -Jonathan

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Debbie

May 2025

32 ft Class A

6 nights at Places of Sanctuary

We enjoyed our second stay at Places of Sanctuary! We will be back.