5 acres hosted by Butch K.
8 RV/tent sites
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Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
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Creek side camping
98% (31)
Campfires allowed
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Pets allowed
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/ night8 dispersed sites
Reviews
98% Recommend31 ratings · 28 reviews
What a cool place to stay! Only a few minutes out of town but feels like you’re far away from it all. Butch was great and went out of his way to make sure we had everything we needed before leaving us to ourselves for the night. We are already taking about when we will be back.
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Darin M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
Creek side camping
They were very friendly and accommodating. Their land was very nice. I enjoyed everything second of my stay!
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Morgan M.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· November 2024
Tent ·
Creek side camping
I was pleasantly surprised by the sweet little set up that Butch had at Laurita's Casa Vieja. There as a great little seating area with a sink and frig. Lights and a fire circle. There was also a toilet and shower facility all there under cover. I was simply passing through with a quick over night stay. I would highly recommend Creekside Camping.
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Mary Beth L.
2 reviews
This place is a gem. Beautiful land, a nice outdoor kitchen, and a wonderful host. It's close to everything that Bloomington has to offer. The wifi was strong and the spot was easy to find. If I am in Bloomington again, I am staying here.
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Lisa E.
1 year on Hipcamp
Wonderful, super friendly host. Had a very enjoyable weekend.
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Anime Freck409 M.
2 years on Hipcamp
Great location and peaceful camping. Beautiful surroundings and unexpected amenities.
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Richard W.
8 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent ·
Creek side camping
Butch was great! Very communicative and accommodating. The tent was placed wonderfully. Lots of shade from the walnut trees. There were times where the noise from traffic was a bit much, but the nights were quiet! Thanks, Butch!
B C.
2 reviews
Great sit and Butch was an awesome host. Plenty of deer to enjoy watching around the grounds with excellent access into town and the highway. I absolutely recommend Camping by the Creek!
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Mark P.
4 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Creek side camping
Butch was very friendly and accommodating. The outhouse with compost toilet was perfect and didn’t even smell!
Private setting not too far from several State Parks, Lakes and Indiana University.
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Eric J.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
7 m travel trailer ·
Creek side camping
Peaceful farm minutes from Bloomington.. Butch was a great host and bent over backwards to accomodate us. He even cut a hole in the side of his garage so that we could hook up our 220 line. Thanks Butch!
David S.
4 years on Hipcamp
It's a beautiful spot with tons of potential for more camping spots. Butch is a great host and has a wonderful vision for his property.
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Jorge M.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2024
Tent ·
Creek side camping
Great spot to tent on my way from Michigan to Du Quoin …Butch was extremely awesome and accommodating !!!… He even had a rain water shower set up that worked out like a charm !
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Steve P.
27 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
4 m travel trailer ·
Creek side camping
The space is beautiful and private, and the hosts are helpful, personable, and attentive. There is a shelter with a full size fridge, so I didn't need to worry about keeping my cooler iced up. I will definitely be staying here again!
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Cheryl L.
4 years on Hipcamp
I was coming in to town to do the Bloomington Handmade Market in downtown Bloomington and didn’t want to stay in a hotel when I knew I could camp for more than half the price. I took a chance on Butch’s listing, and I’m so glad I did! He was so welcoming and cheerful, and the property is gorgeous, and at night was full of fireflies and two owls calling to each other! And this is basically their backyard and only 15 mins from downtown Bloomington, which is an awesome town! While their house is in sight, it still felt like I was camping in a more remote area, in a good way. As a woman alone, I felt very safe at this property, and would absolutely stay here again. Highly recommend!! Thank you Butch and family!
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Morgan Arielle W.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
Creek side camping
Quiet, country setting with easy access to Ellettsville and Bloomington. Very nice stay.
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Berndt S.
2 reviews
Such a lovely and peaceful retreat! Camped here for a night after hiking McCormicks Creek. Plenty of room to spread out and even an outdoor toilet, which is a luxury for those that frequently off grid camp. I set up my hammock between two well placed trees and made a fire in the pit that evening. Butch is a kind and gracious host. I will absolutely stay again when I’m in the area. This was a perfect getaway.
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Shelley W.
1 year on Hipcamp
The property is quite literally a beautiful country retreat. Very quiet and private. Undulating terrain. Rustic farm buildings. I really liked it. Very close (15 minutes) to campus and restaurants. I was in town to move my child home from IU, and calling was a wonderful alternative to the expensive hotels.
Butch is a great host. Extremely thoughtful and responsive. Was very concerned about my experience and eager to help.
He is a retired sea captain, so I wish i had more time to get some stories of the high seas!
Rick G.
3 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
5 m fifth wheel ·
Creek side camping
Butch is open and helpful to everyone staying with him. The site is open, with basic amenities, but he’ll help with whatever you need. An overflow crowd for the eclipse was accommodated, and everyone had a good time. Very close to Bloomington and IU.
Robert C.
1 year on Hipcamp
This was a wondering location to observe the 2024 eclipse. There was a creek running through the property which was great for fossil hunting with my daughter. The owners were very friendly and had firewood available as well as a small pit toilet if needed.
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Jacob L.
2 reviews
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent · With pets ·
Creek side camping
I camped here with my three kids and dog for the solar eclipse. We had to bump our arrival date back due to illness, but Butch was flexible, gracious, and a great communicator. We set up our tent in a beautiful flat spot near the creek. My kids loved playing in the water and searching for fossils and geodes, and my dog loved the freedom of being off leash. I loved the birdsong and owl calls and serenity of the farm. We ended up using liberal amounts of deet because there were a lot of ticks (maybe this is limited to the field we camped in, since it seems like maybe it’s mowed for hay some of the time), so I recommend coming prepared for that possibility. If you want to camp down by the creek, I also recommend AWD of 4WD! We had quite the time getting our minivan out on the slick morning dew/mud. Butch saved us by sawing back some branches and rallying other campers to come push our vehicle up the trickiest stretch. We left with a lot of gratitude for the kindness of strangers and the beauty of nature. Such a memorable and wonderful camping trip!
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Elisabeth T.
1 year on Hipcamp
We loved camping on their land both he and his wife were over the top into the hospitality aspect of our Escaping the noise of life!
A bit rustic, but it was awesome! Hell, it’s camping! We loved it!
There’s a little little charging station with the refrigerator that’s available for all campers. A composting toilet. Lots of firewood. Our whole crew would give it a thumbs up!
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Michael O.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
Tent · Group trip ·
Creek side camping
Butch was the best host! Lovely little spot to camp out! Will highly recommend this place!
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Ryan R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· November 2023
Beautiful, but communicate w host!
6 m campervan · Group trip ·
Creek side camping
The host was very sweet and checked in on us, and the shelter and bathroom options were a nice addition and well maintained, but definitely communicate with them ahead of time! We listed that we would be 8 people, but when he found out we were going to be sleeping in separate tents and a campervan he charged us more than what we had initially paid. If you’re going with a larger group, just be sure to check in about sleeping arrangements and price. The site is also down hill from their house, so just something to be aware of.
Leigh L.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2023
Tent · Group trip ·
Creek side camping
We had a great weekend here! Communication was great , easy to get too, and Butch was very accommodating. Upon arrival, Butch greeted us and showed us around/explained how everything worked. The tent was great to stay in ! We would definitely come back and recommend this for others.
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Morgan S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Incredible experience start to finish. The most helpful and accommodating host one could ask for. Upon arrival I was gifted a tour of the property with detailed instruction on what was available to me and my guests. We were absolutely delighted with the accomodations and the features of the property. 10/10 will visit again. Thanks for having us, Butch!
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Hagen Y.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2023
Tent ·
Creek side camping
Easy directions, pleasantly attentive and generous host. Fabulous spacious tent, an on-site outhouse and limestone fire pit made for a perfect camping experience. All the comforts in nature. Had the sites to ourselves. Exceeded all expectations. Thank you, Butch!
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Cathy K.
2 reviews
Butch is wonderful host! He made sure we have everything and assist us if we needed. He and his wife are super sweet and best at hospitality! We definitely will be back to camp out again!
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Beth Y.
3 years on Hipcamp
Great camping spot with a very friendly and accommodating host! Would definitely recommend.
Stephanie H.
3 reviews
Location
Bloomington, Monroe, Indiana, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Butch K.
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