Campgrounds in Indiana
Indiana has 25 campgrounds in the Camphive database, from free dispersed and BLM camping to developed state park and national forest sites. The highest-rated spots are listed below by Vistas score, Camphive's 1–10 scenic rating. Every listing links to a full page with location, fees, and details.
Camping on a budget? See the 2 free camping spots in Indiana. Looking for a site for a larger party? See the 1 group campgrounds in Indiana.
Of the 25 top-rated spots listed below, 21 are free.
Top campgrounds in Indiana
- Indiana Dunes NP — IN - Porter · $25/night · Vistas 7
- Dunbar Group Site — Dunbar Group Site · ~$10/night · Vistas 7
- Dunewood Campground — Dunewood Campground · Vistas 7
- Brown County State Park — IN - Nashville · $20/night · Vistas 6.5
- Blackwell Campground — Blackwell Campground · Vistas 6
- German Ridge Campground — German Ridge Campground · Free · Vistas 6
- INDIAN CELINA LAKE — INDIAN CELINA LAKE · Vistas 6
- Saddle Lake Campground — Saddle Lake Campground · Vistas 6
- Buzzard Roost Campground — Buzzard Roost Campground · Vistas 6
- Newton-Stewart — Newton-Stewart · Vistas 5.9
- Miami — Miami · Vistas 5.6
- TAILWATER SHELTER 2 (BROOKVILLE LAKE) — TAILWATER SHELTER 2 (BROOKVILLE LAKE) · Vistas 5.6
- Paynetown — Paynetown · Vistas 5.5
- Hardin Ridge — Hardin Ridge · Vistas 5.5
- Shirley Creek Campground — Shirley Creek Campground · Vistas 5.5
- Quakertown Campground — Quakertown Campground · Vistas 5.5
- OVERLOOK SHELTER (BROOKVILLE LAKE) — OVERLOOK SHELTER (BROOKVILLE LAKE) · ~$50/night · Vistas 5.5
- TIPSAW LAKE — TIPSAW LAKE · Vistas 5.5
- Mounds Area — Mounds Area · Vistas 5.5
- TAILWATER SHELTER 1 (BROOKVILLE LAKE) — TAILWATER SHELTER 1 (BROOKVILLE LAKE) · Vistas 5
- Kilsoquah Camp — Kilsoquah Camp · Vistas 5
- Lost Bridge West — Lost Bridge West · Vistas 5
- Raccoon State Recreation Area — Raccoon State Recreation Area · Vistas 5
- Hickory Ridge Campground — Hickory Ridge Campground · Vistas 5
- Youngs Creek Campground — Youngs Creek Campground · Free · Vistas 5
Open the interactive Indiana camping map on Camphive to browse all 25 spots with filters for free camping, RV access, and scenic ratings.
Indiana camping FAQ
Are there free campgrounds in Indiana?
Yes, many primitive and dispersed sites in Indiana are free; developed campgrounds typically charge a nightly fee. Check each listing for current fees.
What is the Vistas score?
Vistas is Camphive's 1–10 scenic rating for every campground, based on the surrounding landscape. Spots rated 8 or higher are exceptional; this page lists Indiana's top-rated camping first.
Do campgrounds in Indiana require reservations?
Developed state park and national forest campgrounds often do, especially in summer. Dispersed and most BLM sites are first-come, first-served with no fee. Each listing links to a detail page with what's known about fees and access.
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