Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Avon, IN

Indianapolis KOA features a dedicated dog park area where pets can run off-leash between adventures at the campground. Located in Greenfield, this pet-friendly destination accommodates dogs at both tent and RV sites, as well as in select cabin options. Lake Haven Retreat also welcomes pets with spacious campsites around their small lake. Both campgrounds maintain clean grounds with regular maintenance, making them suitable for campers traveling with animals. Most sites require pets to remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet when outside designated off-leash areas. The campground office can provide information about local veterinary services for emergencies. Reviewers note that Indianapolis KOA staff are particularly friendly toward pets, with one camper mentioning their dog especially enjoyed the dog park.

Nearby Turkey Run State Park Campground permits pets throughout the campground but requires them to be leashed at all times while on hiking trails. The park's multiple hiking paths provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, though some terrain may be challenging for older or smaller animals. Several campgrounds in the region offer water access where pets can cool off during summer months, though designated swimming beaches typically prohibit animals. Campers should be prepared with waste bags as some locations have limited pet waste stations. Temperature fluctuations in Indiana can affect camping with pets, particularly during summer months when pavement may become too hot for paws. Brown County State Park, another pet-friendly option, features spacious campsites with plenty of room for dogs to relax at the campsite while staying on leash.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Avon, Indiana (82)

    1. Lake Haven Retreat

    7 Reviews
    Beech Grove, IN
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (317) 783-5267

    "Campsites also don't have fire rings but there are a bunch of communal ones around the lake. Plus free communal firewood. The laundry and bathhouse is really stellar too. Clean and open 24/7."

    "Lots of full timers with little dogs that bark non stop. We have large dogs that would get riled up by the small dogs barking. Clearly no one cared about barking though."

    2. Indy Lakes Campground

    3 Reviews
    Waverly, IN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (317) 888-6006

    3. Acacia Farms

    1 Review
    Brownsburg, IN
    9 miles
    +1 (260) 445-8000

    $58 / night

    "Acacia Farms is an awesome spot to slow down in the country and enjoy being around some small farm animals.  Check them out and share some pics of your stay!"

    4. Indianapolis KOA

    21 Reviews
    Lawrence, IN
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (317) 894-1397

    $60 - $80 / night

    "The pup loved the dog park."

    "(Not really an adult's pool, but that's ok by me) They loved petting and feeding the horses. Campsites were large. We even had an ice cream and watched a movie in the activities hall."

    5. Indiana State Fairgrounds Campground

    4 Reviews
    Indianapolis, IN
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (317) 927-7503

    $40 / night

    6. Turkey Run State Park Campground

    70 Reviews
    Marshall, IN
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 597-2635

    $20 - $25 / night

    "Turkey Run is my all time favorite State Park in Indiana. It has great camping with both reserved and walk up options (get there early for walk up options)."

    "Turkey Run is arguably the most popular campground (and state park) in Indiana and has its pros and cons."

    7. Breaktime in Bargersville

    1 Review
    Waverly, IN
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (313) 516-5462

    $75 - $150 / night

    8. Cecil M Harden Lake Raccoon State Recreation Area

    32 Reviews
    Rockville, IN
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 344-1412

    $12 - $32 / night

    "Raccoon State Recreation Area | Cecil M Harden Lake is located in the heart of historic covered bridge country just 50 miles West of Indianapolis."

    "There are multiple boat ramps for easy access to the water. I met a friend there who is a resident of Indianapolis and we had a great time on the water."

    9. Lieber State Recreation Area Campground

    22 Reviews
    Cloverdale, IN
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 276-0194

    $16 - $25 / night

    "Cagles Mill Lake borders the southwestern side of the area.

    We arrived to a very quiet campground with few campers."

    "Each campsite is spacious and has plenty of space away from your neighbors. There was plenty of shade even though our pad wasn't tucked back in the woods."

    10. Raceview Family Campground

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    Clermont, IN
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (317) 852-5737

    $20 - $475 / night

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Avon, IN

625 Reviews of 82 Avon Campgrounds


  • Brady R.
    Oct. 27, 2020

    Paynetown Campground

    Lake Views - Good for Covid

    With COVID, it seems that everyone...and then more people are going camping. It's a bittersweet type of situation. Nevertheless, it's been very hard to find decent camping in Indiana that isn't packed in like sardines, while also trying to escape the city and get into nature - not around more people.

    Luckily, a friend and I came here last October and this place was great. We got a non electric site and were in the middle of the sites. We had a great lake view and were very happy with our setup. It was a pull-through site, although not all are like that. We were able to set up in no time. 

    We had lots of space, away from our neighbors. The campstore had wood and random items that you might need should you forget. We were just steps away from the lake and enjoyed walking down there every morning. There aren't the best hiking trails around, so you'll need to drive to the nearby Brown County or National Forest to hike on trails that are actually worth the time. 

    I will add that the setup is a bit odd for non-electric. You basically had to pull up to the gatehouse, get your reservation info, then do a U-turn and go back out past the campstore in order to get to your campground. Very odd setup to say the least.

  • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2024

    Crawfordsville KOA

    Nice KOA

    Shade, grass, and gravel sites. A lot better than most KOAs. They ask that you not put outdoor rugs on grass; no problem as grass is nice. Sites 1-10 are your best bet for Starlink if that’s what you have; best opening through tree canopy of the northern sky. Pet friendly; counted three cats and a dog in the office when I checked in. Was given the option of choosing my site out of the seven available for my reservation. A mix of long term residents and travelers; some of the long term resident sites were a little junky.

  • Lesley E.
    Nov. 20, 2021

    Indianapolis KOA

    Great campground

    We stayed here on our way to Maine and loved the campground so much we chose to stay again on our way back. Everything was clean and well maintained, staff was very friendly and helpful. The pup loved the dog park.

  • Sammii D.
    Jul. 27, 2019

    Lake Haven Retreat

    Mighty fine campground for a city

    This place is pretty awesome. It's doesn't have any of the typical summer amenities like a pool but the ones it does have are in tip top shape. Campsites also don't have fire rings but there are a bunch of communal ones around the lake. Plus free communal firewood. The laundry and bathhouse is really stellar too. Clean and open 24/7. Plenty of washers and dryers. There are easy back-ins and pull-thrus. Think some of the pull-thrus are for group camping too the way it's set up. Dog park, free cable (like 60 channels!) and internet (haven't tested strength yet)! I dig it!

  • Michael L.
    Jun. 21, 2021

    Muncie RV Resort

    Solid choice -- Near Mounds state park, city of Anderson, and I-69

    I stayed with full hookups, but no cable (don't need it, so don't know if it's available) and we weren't close enough to connect to the WIFI (only close enough to occasionally see 1 bar pop up).

    Friendly folks, catch and release fishing pond, and a pond with beach for swimming. Good size playground, jump pad, and off-leash"dog park" available as well.

    On AT&T, I typically had 2 bars and no problem streaming music or browsing Facebook. My fellow travelers, on Sprint, said they had poor reception. I'm guessing 1 bar.

    Worth noting that my wife said the water pressure in the shower house was fairly low. (I shower in the camper, so can't comment.) Water pressure was fine at our site, though. Also worth noting that many of the back-in sites can be pull-through if you get there when it's not busy.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 8, 2024

    Hickory Hills Camp Resort

    Perfect RV Resort south of Indianapolis

    We were so fortunate to have found The Retreat at Hickory Hills and stay there for a month! There’s two pools, a pickle ball court, a basketball half court, farm animals, golf cart trails, kayak/canoe/row boats, exploring creeks, fishing, a dog park, several playgrounds, Gaga ball, tether ball, volleyball, frisbee golf and several weekend activities for everyone. Saturday mornings were our favorite where we could get biscuits and gravy, coffee and the kids had craft time. It’s definitely worth bringing mountain bikes or renting their golf carts to explore their golf cart trails! We went out on these several times and it never got old! Staff and campers were welcoming and friendly. We still haven’t stopped talking about how CLEAN they keep everything. The sites were large and they’re still expanding and adding more sites. There’s a seasonal campers area and an overnight or monthly area. We stayed in the overnight/monthly area. It was peaceful and relaxing throughout the week and lively during the weekend. It was a wonderful balance!! We’ll definitely be back.

  • Rebecca J.
    May. 16, 2018

    Paynetown Campground

    Busy college town campground with ample room and huge lake area

    This campground is busy as it's close to a college, but it has ample room to provide for everyone. Lots of water access near campsites so you can swim with pets in areas that aren' the designated beach. There is also the convenience of a camp store for firewood and forgotten items. Primitive spots are awesome and interspersed with the electric so bathrooms are close as well as showers.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 29, 2019

    Indianapolis KOA

    Time to eat!

    Ranger Review: Grubstick at Holiday KOA Greenfield, Indiana. Campground Review: So, I’ve said it before, KOA’s are not my kind of camping. However I find myself once again with a KOA yearly membership. Why? Because several of the people whom I camp with enjoy the WiFi and other perks of staying at a KOA. I met my brother and his wife at the Holiday KOA https://koa.com/campgrounds/indianapolis/ right outside Indianapolis, Indiana for a very wet tent camp out. I towed my redneck “tent platform” and brought along plenty of tarpage. No kayak, the weather actually dipped into the high thirty’s and I am not a cold weather kayaker. Perks of this KOA are a very nice playground and wading pool area. So if you have younger children, ideal for you. There is a nice size dog park and you can get a nice walk in around the campground. They have delivery style pizza right on site and some planned activities on weekends. There is the aforementioned WiFi and the latrine is newer but lacking in hooks ( I’m a big hook person, where else am I supposed to hang my bathroom bag and clothes while showering or grooming at the sink?) The other issue with the latrine is there is only ONE for the entire campground. This is a nice size campground and it can be a good hike from the backside to the latrine, I know this because I had to make that hike more then once. The other issue with that is not everyone is willing to walk that far when they need to go, so where do you suppose they take care of their business? .... exactly! And then there’s my same old complaint of they fit a camper or tent into every square meter of this park, it can get very full and crowded. Excuse me while I look in your window or can over hear every word you say. Holiday was very well maintained to the point of mowing while I’m trying to set up my area and blowing grass all over everything, please don’t run over my dog...Otherwise we had fun looking for area happenings and shopping. I visited Fort Harrison State Park which was nearby. Product Review: As a Dyrt Ranger I get the opportunity on occasion to review outdoor oriented products. I had the chance to try out Grubstick https://grubstick.com/ and I can say I was excited! I am a campfire cooking kind of person and have tried out many contraptions, the Grubstick is a long time in coming. I say that because this ain’t your grandma’s wiener roasting stick or your moms wicked pointed metal fork that can put your eye out or trip you when it slides down the side of the chair leg. The most phenomenal part of the Grubstick is that the handle is.....RETRACTABLE!!! No more wedging the fork in the most inconvenient place or trying to fit it in your cooking box. The handle when not expanded can fit easily into your pocket, day pack, backpack, fannypack !!! To me that is AWESOME!! Revolutionary! Seems to be sturdier then ones I’ve seen in camp stores. Along with the handle comes two attachments and a easy open handle in a nice, durable carry bag, LOVE IT. Christmas gifts all around! And this was before I checked it out. I have two “sets” and unfortunately one of the sticks broke after only a few retractions and extensions. Perhaps I was too vigorous in my extension technique? So carefully extend your grubstick when using. Otherwise it worked like a dream! And the other stick had no issues, so maybe just a flaw in that one stick? I haven’t contacted the company yet, but I will see how they are about returns or replacements. I roasted some sausages and we toasted some marshmallows for s’mores. The pack up was easy too, nice carry bag to put it all in, I usually carry or reuse a freezer type bag for “dirty” silverware etc. I removed the fork head off the Grubstick and it went right in. No MESS! No Long Pointy Stick with goo at the end to wrap and store. Love it! I didn’t use the Grubstick basket while camping so I pulled it out at the house to add some footage and testing. If Grubstickadds a pie pan attachment, I’m one of the first in line to get it!! Happy Camp Cooking ;)

  • A
    Aug. 26, 2021

    Indianapolis KOA

    Very nice campground. Friendly staff and lots of activities

    Styed here with the grandkids and we all had a great time. Nice playgrounds and a pool with lots of water features for the kids. (Not really an adult's pool, but that's ok by me) They loved petting and feeding the horses. Campsites were large. We even had an ice cream and watched a movie in the activities hall. Really enjoyed our time there.


Guide to Avon

Pet-friendly campgrounds near Avon offer camping options within 40 miles of Indianapolis, with sites ranging from $30-50 per night at most established campgrounds. The region's elevation of approximately 800 feet above sea level creates moderate temperatures that average 73°F in summer and 33°F in winter. Overnight temperatures can drop significantly even in summer months, requiring proper bedding regardless of season.

What to do

Hiking trail exploration: Turkey Run State Park Campground offers challenging trails with unique terrain features including box canyons and stream beds. As reviewer leif D. notes, "While the hiking was incredible, the maps of the trails were poor and not up to date, with some trails not on map at all. On one trail part of it went through box canyons up an active, though trickling, stream bed."

Water recreation options: Cecil M Harden Lake Raccoon State Recreation Area provides lake access for boating and swimming. "Great place to camp, can be flooded at times, some of the sites have a huge inclines or declines, allot of sites reserved way in advanced. There is a few pull throughs, no water hook ups at site," explains Dave R. The recreation area also features "a basketball court, and a few trails" according to reviewer Staci J.

Canoeing trips: Multiple campgrounds near Avon offer canoeing on nearby waterways. At Turkey Run State Park, "Sugar Creek is also great for floating with inner tubes, canoes, or kayaks," mentions Joel R. in his review. Some sites rent equipment while others require bringing your own gear.

What campers like

Spacious sites: Many dog friendly campgrounds near Avon feature well-spaced campsites. Lieber State Recreation Area Campground offers "large, there was absolutely no privacy. It was as if we were camping in a field. The site was grassy and clean," according to Amy C. Some sites offer more privacy than others.

Communal fire areas: Lake Haven Retreat provides shared fire rings with supplied wood. According to Sammii D., "Campsites also don't have fire rings but there are a bunch of communal ones around the lake. Plus free communal firewood." This setup creates natural gathering spaces for campers.

Clean facilities: Indianapolis KOA maintains well-kept amenities including shower facilities and common areas. Dom C. describes it as having "Nice property and friendly staff, but average to below average KOA from this camper's perspective. Convenient location just off I70 is the draw here, with road noise in the background. Bathrooms/showers need improvement. Nice pool and small general store onsite."

What you should know

Seasonal considerations: Indiana campgrounds experience significant seasonal variations. At Lake Haven Retreat, "free cable (like 60 channels!) and internet" are available according to Sammii D., making it suitable for weather disruptions. During summer, most campgrounds have higher occupancy rates requiring advance reservations.

Noise factors: Several campgrounds experience road noise from nearby highways. Scott P. notes that Lake Haven Retreat "is minutes away from Luca Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. For an urban campground, it is better than others. The grounds are clean and the sites aren't too tight. It isn't scenic but if you want a safe place to stay and enjoy the city, this fits the bill."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Avon, IN is Lake Haven Retreat with a 3.6-star rating from 7 reviews.

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