Does Buck Creek Sanctuary have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at every site at Buck Creek Sanctuary.

Is drinking water available at Buck Creek Sanctuary?

Yes — potable water is available at every site at Buck Creek Sanctuary.

Does Buck Creek Sanctuary have trash disposal?

Trash disposal is available at 12 of 15 sites at Buck Creek Sanctuary.

How do you get to the sites at Buck Creek Sanctuary?

2WD accessible. Moderate walk at some sites.

Are pets allowed at Buck Creek Sanctuary?

Yes — pets are allowed at some sites at Buck Creek Sanctuary. On leash at some sites.

Are campfires allowed at Buck Creek Sanctuary?

Yes — campfires are allowed at some sites at Buck Creek Sanctuary. Always review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.

What is the check-in process at Buck Creek Sanctuary?

Meet and greet with your host Ken at some sites; head straight to your site at the others.

What is the cancellation policy at Buck Creek Sanctuary?

Flexible at some sites; other policies at the rest. Full refund 24 hours before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Buck Creek Sanctuary?

Check-in times vary by site (from 10am). Check-out times vary by site.

How far in advance can you book, and how long can you stay at Buck Creek Sanctuary?

Book from 2 days to 6 months ahead. Stay up to 14 nights depending on the site.

Does Buck Creek Sanctuary have showers?

No — no showers at Buck Creek Sanctuary.

Does Buck Creek Sanctuary have picnic tables?

No — no picnic tables at Buck Creek Sanctuary.

Does Buck Creek Sanctuary have cooking equipment?

No — no cooking equipment at Buck Creek Sanctuary.

Does Buck Creek Sanctuary have a hot tub?

No — no hot tub at Buck Creek Sanctuary.

Does Buck Creek Sanctuary have laundry?

No — no laundry at Buck Creek Sanctuary.

Does Buck Creek Sanctuary have a playground?

No — no playground at Buck Creek Sanctuary.

Does Buck Creek Sanctuary have wifi?

No — no wifi at Buck Creek Sanctuary. Wifi may be available in certain areas

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Buck Creek Sanctuary

Hosted by Ken · Elizabeth, Indiana

15 sites · RV, Tent · 58 acres

95%

58 reviews

Ken is a Star Host

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Welcome to Buck Creek Sanctuary, a 58-acre botanical, wildlife and human sanctuary located near Elizabeth, Indiana. A place where people can connect with nature, each other, and themselves. “There are no unsacred places; there are only sacred places and desecrated places” -Wendell Berry Buck Creek Sanctuary is a place to return to the sacred. Buck Creek Sanctuary is designed to help bring the scared back into our everyday lives Ken’s guiding truth is that we are part of nature and must find our part to play within it by honoring all things as being sacred. He dedicates his life to personal growth, consciousness raising, health, and healing of the planet. He wants to share Buck Creek Sanctuary with others to allow them to connect with nature and the sacredness of all things.

Select a site

Tent-only sites

14 sites

Beaver Bend

93%

(21)

Tent site · Sleeps 8

Camp along beautiful Buck Creek! Beaver Bend is our most popular camping site. Our guests love the beauty and seclusion of this site. It can easily accommodate two four-person tents, and there are some great places to hang a hammock. The creek is great for wading and cooling off! This is the best spot to experience wildlife such as beavers, great blue herons and wood ducks. Beaver Bend is secluded and there is a moderate/strenuous ~5 minute walk up a short hill to the parking area and facilities. A place of spirit and beauty, Buck Creek Sanctuary is a 58-acre botanical, wildlife, and human sanctuary located on Buck Creek in Harrison County, Indiana, just 40 minutes from Louisville. We are a member of the United Plant Savers Botanical Sanctuary Network. Native and medicinal wildflowers grow among the oak hardwood forest and eastern red cedar groves. Beautiful Buck Creek flows along the eastern edge of the property and is perfect for wading or relaxing. Hiking trails meander through the gently rolling hills. Backcountry campsites are private and secluded, and available along Buck Creek or among the trees in the forest.

Moderate walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

Growing Home Camping 8

100%

(12)

Tent site · Sleeps 4

These are backcountry tent sites. Disbursed camping- choose your own site among the trees in the designated camping area. There are great spots for tents or hammock camping.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

No picnic table

Mossy Hollow

100%

(5)

Tent site · Sleeps 8

This site is just a short walk from the parking area and facilities, but with a secluded feel, surrounded by cedar trees. There is room for a large tent, and the site includes a full sized tipi, which you are welcome to use to sleep in or as a gathering site. Note the tipi does not have a floor so you will need a tarp or pad if you wish to sleep in it. A place of spirit and beauty, Buck Creek Sanctuary is a 58-acre botanical, wildlife, and human sanctuary located on Buck Creek in Harrison County, Indiana, just 40 minutes from Louisville. We are a member of the United Plant Savers Botanical Sanctuary Network. Native and medicinal wildflowers grow among the oak hardwood forest and eastern red cedar groves. Beautiful Buck Creek flows along the eastern edge of the property and is perfect for wading or relaxing. Hiking trails meander through the gently rolling hills. Backcountry campsites are private and secluded, and available along Buck Creek or among the trees in the forest.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

No picnic table

Growing Home Camping 3

100%

(3)

Tent site · Sleeps 4

These are backcountry tent sites. Disbursed camping- choose your own site among the trees in the designated camping area. There are great spots for tents or hammock camping.

Short walk to site

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

Growing Home Camping 5

100%

(3)

Tent site · Sleeps 4

These are backcountry tent sites. Disbursed camping- choose your own site among the trees in the designated camping area. There are great spots for tents or hammock camping.

Short walk to site

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

Growing Home Camping 1

100%

(2)

Tent site · Sleeps 4

These are backcountry tent sites. Disbursed camping- choose your own site among the trees in the designated camping area. There are great spots for tents or hammock camping.

Short walk to site

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

Growing Home Camping 4

100%

(1)

Tent site · Sleeps 4

These are backcountry tent sites. Disbursed camping- choose your own site among the trees in the designated camping area. There are great spots for tents or hammock camping.

Short walk to site

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

Growing Home Camping 7

100%

(1)

Tent site · Sleeps 4

These are backcountry tent sites. Disbursed camping- choose your own site among the trees in the designated camping area. There are great spots for tents or hammock camping.

Short walk to site

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

Growing Home Camping 10

Tent site · Sleeps 4

These are backcountry tent sites. Disbursed camping- choose your own site among the trees in the designated camping area. There are great spots for tents or hammock camping.

Short walk to site

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

Growing Home Camping 11

Tent site · Sleeps 4

These are backcountry tent sites. Disbursed camping- choose your own site among the trees in the designated camping area. There are great spots for tents or hammock camping.

Short walk to site

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

Growing Home Camping 2

Booked 2 times

Tent site · Sleeps 4

These are backcountry tent sites. Disbursed camping- choose your own site among the trees in the designated camping area. There are great spots for tents or hammock camping.

Short walk to site

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

Growing Home Camping 6

Tent site · Sleeps 4

These are backcountry tent sites. Disbursed camping- choose your own site among the trees in the designated camping area. There are great spots for tents or hammock camping.

Short walk to site

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

Growing Home Camping 9

Tent site · Sleeps 4

These are backcountry tent sites. Disbursed camping- choose your own site among the trees in the designated camping area. There are great spots for tents or hammock camping.

Short walk to site

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

Large Group Camping

Booked 1 time

Tent site · Sleeps 15

These are backcountry tent sites. Disbursed camping- choose your own site among the trees in the designated camping area. There are great spots for tents or hammock camping. An outhouse and potable water are a short walk away.

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

RV/tent sites

1 site

Barnyard Campsite

89%

(14)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 4 · Vehicles under 16 ft

This site is designed for camper, trailer, or car camping. The gravel lot is convenient to the facilities but just a short walk to the creek, and easy access to hiking trails. You can sleep in your camper or pitch a tent nearby. A place of spirit and beauty, Buck Creek Sanctuary is a 58-acre botanical, wildlife, and human sanctuary located on Buck Creek in Harrison County, Indiana, just 40 minutes from Louisville. We also are a member of the United Plant Savers Botanical Sanctuary Network. Native and medicinal wildflowers grow among the oak hardwood forest and eastern red cedar groves. Beautiful Buck Creek flows along the eastern edge of the property and is perfect for wading or relaxing. Hiking trails meander through the gently rolling hills. Backcountry campsites are private and secluded.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Reviews

95%· 75 reviews

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Campers will find a peaceful retreat at this campsite, characterized by its beautiful natural setting by the creek and the welcoming atmosphere created by the host, Ken. The site is praised for its seclusion and tranquility, making it an ideal spot for relaxing and connecting with nature, despite the occasional lack of mobile service and distant noise from neighboring areas. Many visitors have enjoyed the hiking opportunities and the chance to see local wildlife, adding to the serene experience. While some may find the walk to the campsite and amenities challenging, the overall experience is described as rewarding and rejuvenating.
Dylan S.
Tent camped at Growing Home Camping 8, Sept 2026.
Recommends
Absolutely loved the site!! Everything was well marked host was very kind and informative would definitely come back
Cameron A.
Tent camped at Growing Home Camping 3, Sept 2026.
Recommends
I had an incredible time tent camping by myself here in front of the creek. Absolutely peaceful.
Terry F.
Tent camped at Mossy Hollow, Sept 2026.
Recommends
Everything was perfect! It was so quiet and peaceful and just far enough out of town to be away from it all. No complaints. Ken was an amazing host I hope to be back again in the future.

Amenities

Fire pitsAt some sites · Firepit, Communal
Portable toilets
Potable waterSpigot, Tap, Hose
Trash disposalAt some sites · Compost bin, Recycling bin, Trash bin
No showers
No picnic tables
No electricity hookup
No water hookup
No wifi
No laundry
No cooking equipment
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

Walk-in access at some sites2WD accessible. Moderate walk at some sites.
Pet-friendly at some sitesOn leash at some sites.
Campfires allowed at some sitesAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
Check-in processMeet and greet with your host Ken at some sites; head straight to your site at the others.
Cancellation policyFlexible at some sites; other policies at the rest. Full refund 24 hours before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in times vary by site (from 10am). Check-out times vary by site.
Booking windowBook from 2 days to 6 months ahead. Stay up to 14 nights depending on the site.

Extras

Firewood bundle$10.00 per itemAt select sitesStart your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire.