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Camping near Battle Ground, IN
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Campgrounds near Battle Ground, Indiana range from full-service RV parks to more rustic tent camping areas within a 30-mile radius. Prophetstown State Park Campground, located about 10 miles northwest of Battle Ground, offers both electric-only and full hookup sites in a prairie landscape setting. Wolfs Leisure Time Campground provides riverside camping with fishing access along the Wabash River. The area supports various accommodation types including tent camping, RV sites with hookups, and cabin rentals at locations like Wabash & Erie Canal Park, which combines historical attractions with camping opportunities.
Access to most campgrounds remains available year-round, though amenities and activities vary seasonally. Prophetstown State Park features modern facilities with water and electrical hookups, while some private campgrounds offer additional amenities like swimming pools and recreation halls. A camper noted, "Nice little campground. Camping spots are kinda close together. Right next to the river for fishing. They have a little arcade hall, have bingo, a swimming pool, basketball court." Many campgrounds in the region require reservations, especially during summer weekends and holiday periods. The terrain is generally flat to gently rolling, typical of west-central Indiana, making most camping areas accessible without specialized vehicles or equipment.
Several visitors highlight the family-friendly atmosphere at campgrounds throughout the area. Recreational opportunities include fishing in nearby lakes and rivers, hiking trails of varying difficulty, and proximity to attractions like Indiana Beach amusement park. Campground reviews frequently mention the convenience of locations near Lafayette and West Lafayette, providing urban amenities within a short drive of camping areas. "We were busy with kids activities so we didn't really get to enjoy the park a whole lot but staff seemed friendly. They allow golf carts, but not electric scooters. Just a few minutes from Lafayette, Delphi, Battle Ground, so plenty of things to do nearby," reported one visitor. Developed campgrounds in the region typically offer clean restrooms and shower facilities, with many sites featuring fire rings and picnic tables. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the area, though coverage may vary at specific campgrounds.
Best Campgrounds near Battle Ground (62)
1. Prophetstown State Park Campground
"Well kept and clean area in the plains of Indiana. Great amnesties for the area such as a new, large public pool and a few hiking and biking trails."
"Not too far out of the way, this is Indiana's newest state park, if I'm not mistaken, and it shows. The lower loop is all full hookups with 50, 30, and 20 amp service and respectably woody."
from $43 - $52 / night
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"Right next to the river for fishing. They have a little arcade hall, have bingo, a swimming pool, basketball court."
"Pretty spots by the river but best for adults only trips as there is a step ledge. Lots of other areas too away from the Wabash and they have a campsore and game room to that the kids to."
3. Wabash & Erie Canal Park
"When we came down the road to the CG we were unsure of the CG location, but it is located right behind the interpretive/conference center building."
"With miles of bike trails it is easy to see everything without having to drive. With only a handful of sites but far enough off the beaten path it's not crowded."
from $30 - $45 / night
Check Availability4. Big Fish-n-Camp Ground
"It was tucked all the way at the back of the second pond and surrounded by trees and a cornfield. We scored the most private area for sure."
"This location doesn’t have “sites” unless you’re using a camper/RV."
5. Indiana Beach Campground
"Close to Indiana Beach amusement park. No major highways nearby, so the drive was kind of....strange. At one point we were on a gravel road."
"We used to go camping here every summer when I was a kid so it brought back a little nostalgia we stayed an E567 I would stay away from these they are very muddy kind of tight to turn a 30 foot camper"
6. Ross Camp
"close to Ross Park. A little chapel. This is a relax campground for those not into all the hiking if you just want to sit by your fire. A few primitive sites. No alcohol allowed."
7. AOK Campground
8. Caboose Lake Campground
"This place is different close to interstate so noise, they have tons of activities for the kids it’s very clean. Almost every spot has a waters edge. I plan coming back here in the middle of summer."
"Nice sites next to lake."
9. White Oaks RV
"Great get away with perfect access to the lake. Close to town within 15 min for stores and restaurants."
10. Bachelor Runn Campground
"Driving range. Always something to do. The best thing to do here in my opinion is relax in the shade with and good book while the kids play at the park."
from $20 - $70 / night
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Drive Time
- 9 min from Lafayette, IN
- 54 min from Kokomo, IN
- 56 min from Indianapolis, IN
- 1 hr 18 min from Kankakee, IL
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Recent Reviews near Battle Ground, IN
364 Reviews of 62 Battle Ground Campgrounds
- CCorey M.Traveler
Turkey Run State Park Campground
Beautiful park, loved it
Great little campground, decently spaced spots and lots of thoughtful people in a great area. Would def come back if I go through Indiana again. The lady who works in the shack quickly changed my site to one that fits my rv after pulling in and seeing it was way too small. Thanks again ma’am!
troy K.
ScoutSugar Creek Campground and Canoe Rental LLC
It was good for a while
Had a great annual relationship with this campground. When we first started going they did not have their canoes and kayaks service. We had our our own so no big deal. They let us put in and take out. Then they started their livery service. They were hesitant about letting us use they put in and take out spot but since we would help with some of the chores around the campground we built a good relationship with the owners. They once said "you are the only ones we allow to do this" thought that we were sort of grandfathered in at that point. 20 years later....they must have forgotten their words and we were told since we took out our canoes at there site we were not allowed to come back ever again. You word goes a long way in my book and it evidently got forgotten or they just got mean.
Travis E.ScoutTall Sycamore Campground
Beautiful Upkept Park
I loved the management, a beautiful clean Park that focuses on kids safety and Respect and A Good Time. Clean Restrooms and parks and Nice Pool on The Beautiful Wabash River. I suggest Primitive Camping myself👌🤌. Tent and camper camping is a little Too Tight for my taste. Very Nice and Secluded Primitive Camping!
- AAngie S.
GuideTurkey Run State Park Campground
Fall colors in bloom!
Very nice and quiet. Beautiful scenery with nice walking trails. Not sure if it’s due to the government shut down but when we arrived, we had to turn around and go back to the main park office in order to register instead of the little office that is at the entrance of the campground. We are only staying one night and off to our next destination.
- DDominic M.Scout
Bachelor Runn Campground
Run down
We camped here for a little over a year and the place has gone downhill fast. Property is hardly kept up, owner allows trashy campers yo be abandoned on the property, most of the people camping here don’t pay, loose dogs and cats run around the campground. Price is $700 for four weeks with electric only. Bath house is disgusting. The area and space is nice but that’s about it
Cynthia K.
LegendShades State Park Campground
Primitive camping
This is a primitive state park near Turkey Run State Park In Midwestern Indiana. First named The Shades Of Death State Park.
The gatehouse is your only source of information. There's no nature center or visitor center. Get a park map! They do charge admission.
This is a hikers park & it has some of the most rugged trails in Indiana. The Pine Hills Nature Preserve is maintained by the park. There's a parking area available to hike to the trailhead inside Shades. The Devils Backbone is a popular trail, but definitely on the rugged side. If you take small children(I wouldn't!) watch them carefully.
Trail 1 is.75M, but considered rugged. It has a lot of scenic views & a unique waterfall. Trails 4 & 5 have ladders.
Deers Mill Covered Bridge is on the property & there's a canoe launch. This is not a drive through bridge. The picnic area is a drive thru loop & is very nice. There's also a couple of shelters. The pond looked pretty scummy & my husband wouldn't fish in it.
The campground is primitive camping- nonelectric. Water is available. There is a dump station. There is trail access if you don't want to drive. There's one modern showerhouse & several pit toilets. Choose your site carefully! Whitetail Loop has the showers & toilets. We did a drive thru & most all the sites looked very nice. There were mostly tents with a few popups. This wouldn't be a campground I would choose if I had a big rig.
- Cynthia K.Legend
Turkey Run State Park Campground
Nice State Park Campground
Turkey Run State Park. Arguably one of the top 5 state parks in Indiana.
Lots of hiking opportunities, including the fabulous Trail 3 which should be a National Trail IMO. Go hike early before 10 am. This area gets crazy busy after that.
Nice nature center.
2 covered bridges.
A swimming pool in season.
A historic inn with a restaurant. You can rent cabins also.
The Lusk home has tours every Saturday in season.
The campground is a mile or so west of the entrance to the park.
Electric only. 270 sites. Water is available.
There's modern bath houses with hot showers.
We were site 218, which is technically the Turkey Hollow area. The bath house there was clean. We liked our loop for spacious sites( for a state park).
The Twin Oaks loop seemed denser.
There's a double dump near the exit. There's also one dump at the end of a loop by site 60. We were happy the other 4 campers trying to dump forgot about it!
Trail 7 access is also at the end by site 44. It's not marked on the map.
The camp store has the usual camping supplies & gift items. Ice & wood.
We enjoyed our weekend here! Even though it rained Saturday.
Nadiehsda B.TravelerOak Lake RV Resort
We came for a weekend… Stayed nearly 2 weeks! Oak Lake RV Resort is where family memories are made.
6 people, 1 pup & a 44.4' Keystone Sprinter... Oak Lake RV Resort handled it all with ease & gave us the BEST camping trip ever! From the moment you drive up, staff are waiting in golf carts to guide you to your site & even help with setup. We were nervous about fitting our big rig, but pull-through site #17 made it flawless. Where else does that??
We originally booked August 22–25, extended to the 29th & then lucked into staying through Labor Day weekend. We canceled our other plans because Oak Lake had everything we wanted & more!!Pond swimming & obstacle course, movies on our inflatable screen, golf cart glow parades, s’mores, homemade campfire pizzas & endless family memories. The kids are still raving about it!
Rebecca deserves a huge shoutout for going above & beyond! Tom & Marianne, the owners, are amazing hosts who clearly pour their hearts into making Oak Lake special. Even the coin operated laundry was a lifesaver & convinced us we need a washer/dryer in our camper for future impromptu stays 😂.
We’re already talking about being put on the list for a seasonal site for next year bc we know we’ll be back again & again. Oak Lake RV Resort is Newton County’s hidden gem!!! If you’re searching for fun, hospitality & true family camping memories... THIS is the place!! Hands down, every time.
Guide to Battle Ground
Camping near Battle Ground, Indiana typically occurs on generally flat to gently rolling terrain at elevations between 500-700 feet above sea level. The area experiences four distinct seasons with humid summers reaching into the 90s and winter temperatures that can drop below freezing. Most campgrounds in the region have crushed gravel or paved sites with moderate tree coverage providing partial shade during summer months.
What to do
Fishing access: Wolfs Leisure Time Campground offers direct river access with multiple fishing spots along the Wabash. "We have a tent and a canoe, so we really enjoyed the campsites they have by the river," shares one visitor who appreciates the waterfront locations.
Historical exploration: Wabash & Erie Canal Park features walking trails through recreated 1800s buildings within the campground. A camper notes, "We loved this camp ground! It was the first one we booked on our RV trip... The camp ground is small, private, very peaceful and in the middle of historic buildings fr the 1800s!"
Water recreation: The swimming pool at Big Fish-n-Camp Ground opens by request from 11am-6pm daily, with extended hours during hot weather. Three large fishing ponds offer catch-and-release fishing with day passes available for 2-12 hour periods. "Surprised to see they had a pool too and the water to fish from was much larger than it appeared from the road," mentions a visitor.
What campers like
Prairie landscape: Prophetstown State Park Campground features restored prairie ecosystems with dedicated hiking and biking paths. "Well kept and clean area in the plains of Indiana. Great amnesties for the area such as a new, large public pool and a few hiking and biking trails," notes one camper about the park's unique ecosystem.
Clean facilities: Many campers mention the well-maintained shower houses and restrooms at campgrounds throughout the region. At Ross Camp, visitors appreciate the "clean, modern shower house" and the small 15-site layout that creates a more intimate camping experience.
Proximity to attractions: Campgrounds in the area provide easy access to both outdoor recreation and urban amenities. A visitor to Bachelor Runn Campground explains, "We keep coming back for more. Disc golf. Hiking. Biking. Tent camping. Fishing. Lounging. Driving range. Always something to do."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds near Battle Ground operate from April through October, with limited winter camping options. Caboose Lake Campground remains accessible year-round but experiences road noise from nearby highways. A visitor notes, "Highway is louder than you'd think. No good night rest had."
Reservation requirements: Many campgrounds fill quickly during summer weekends. At Prophetstown State Park, "The sites book up super fast on weekends and you have to book months out."
Terrain variations: While the region is mostly flat, some campgrounds have unexpected terrain features. At Ross Camp, "All sites are very close and covered with hard concrete or rocks. Best for RV or pull behind... Not recommended for tent camping."
Tips for camping with families
Water activities: Indiana Beach Campground offers a variety of water-based amenities for children including pools and splash pads. "Camped here for Labor Day weekend. The koa is right next to Indiana Beach campground and we learned campers can use amenities at both sites. Koa has two nice pools (one large pool for kids and adults and smaller one for toddlers)."
Recreation options: Several campgrounds provide structured activities and play areas. At Bachelor Runn Campground, a camper suggests, "The best thing to do here in my opinion is relax in the shade with a good book while the kids play at the park."
Safety considerations: Some camping areas require extra vigilance with children, particularly those near water. At Wolfs Leisure Time Campground, a visitor warns, "Pretty spots by the river but best for adults only trips as there is a step ledge."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose your campsite based on size requirements and hookup needs. At Prophetstown State Park, "sites have chip gravel, clean sites, clean comfort stations... Some sites are full hookup."
Access considerations: Many campgrounds have varying road conditions and site layouts. A visitor to Wabash & Erie Canal Park explains, "When we came down the road to the CG we were unsure of the CG location, but it is located right behind the interpretive/conference center building."
Hookup availability: Electrical service varies between campgrounds, with some offering both 30 and 50 amp connections. At Indiana Beach Campground, most sites include water and electric, but a camper advises, "We stayed in a pull through spot with full hook up and it was mostly quiet. Quiet time is supposed to be after 11."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Battle Ground, IN?
Which is the most popular campground near Battle Ground, IN?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Battle Ground, IN is Prophetstown State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 27 reviews.
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