Turkey Run State Park's campground offers 200+ electric sites nestled among mature trees near Marshall, Indiana, approximately 15 miles from Attica. The park features deep ravines, sandstone canyons, and Sugar Creek flowing through its borders at 550 feet elevation. Camping options near Attica range from primitive tent sites to full-hookup RV sites, with several campgrounds providing both standard campsites and premium glamping accommodations.
What to do
Hiking through canyons: Turkey Run State Park Campground provides access to unique hiking experiences through rock formations and streams. "Trail 3 has the ladders, and parts of trail 10, 4, and 2. Trail 10 was nothing special but was relatively flat. It was pretty crowded but people were respectful," notes one visitor at Turkey Run State Park Campground.
Fishing in stocked ponds: Big Fish-N-Camp Ground offers multiple fishing ponds for campers seeking relaxation. "We love coming here when we want to camp, fish and getaway from home without driving far. We prefer certain primitive sites where we can be spaced out more and park on the grass since we car camp," says a regular visitor at Big Fish-N-Camp Ground.
Canoeing and tubing: Sugar Creek flows through several campgrounds in the area, providing water recreation opportunities. "We had fun tubing in sugar creek through Clements Canoes. It was August so the river was kinda low and we had to stand up and walk a few times," shares a camper at Sugar Creek Campground.
What campers like
Spacious, private sites: Many campgrounds offer sites with good separation between neighbors. "The campsite is very spacious and there's a decent amount of distance between each site. Sites by the river are especially nice," mentions a reviewer at Sugar Creek Campground.
Clean facilities: Raccoon Lake campers consistently praise the maintenance of bathrooms and shower houses. "Bathroom facilities are very clean, new bike, walking, rollerblading path. Beach is large and clean. We go every year and love it!" reports a regular visitor at Cecil M Harden Lake Raccoon State Recreation Area.
Family-friendly activities: Campgrounds near Attica provide numerous recreation options beyond glamping accommodations. "This campground is great! The creek is awesome for catching tadpoles and minnows. And definitely take time to float or kayak down the river. The pond is stocked with GIANT fish (catch and release only)," explains a family that visited Sugar Creek Campground.
What you should know
Site selection matters: At Turkey Run, wooded sites provide more privacy than open areas. "Get a wooded site on the outsides that back up to woods. The majority of those have a decent number of trees separating you from the site next to you," advises one camper at Turkey Run State Park Campground.
Wildlife encounters: Several campgrounds report active local wildlife, especially after dark. "Watch out for the raccoons. Those guys are not afraid of anything," warns a visitor at Turkey Run, while another notes that "raccoons will show up at night so pack up your snacks."
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds operate from April through October, with limited year-round options. Rockville Lake County Park operates from "March 26 to October 31" according to their listing information, typical of most campgrounds in the region.
