6 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Lake Monroe provides luxury glamping experiences for families seeking comfortable outdoor stays near Bedford, Indiana. This family-focused glamping destination includes safari tents and premium glamping cabins featuring full beds with linens, climate control systems, and private porches. Located just 30 minutes from Bedford, the property offers convenient access to Lake Monroe while providing glamping accommodations with electricity, lighting, and comfortable furnishings. The campground maintains modern bathhouse facilities with showers and toilets, along with drinking water access throughout the property. The glamping sites are situated on level, well-maintained grounds with fire rings and picnic tables. According to a camper, "The cabins were an awesome set up and we had a great time, even though it was a little chilly out."
Lake Monroe Village and Starve Hollow State Recreation Area feature upscale glamping options with distinctive amenities. Lake Monroe Village offers climate-controlled glamping accommodations with comfortable furnishings and easy lake access, while Starve Hollow provides more rustic yet comfortable canvas accommodations. Both locations maintain well-kept grounds with swimming areas and water recreation opportunities. Glamping guests enjoy dedicated fire rings, picnic facilities, and proximity to hiking trails. One visitor noted, "The cabins have a front porch with a swing, heating/cooling unit, and two small rooms with beds." On-site amenities include boat rentals, swimming beaches, playgrounds, and concession areas. Reservations are recommended for all glamping campsites near Bedford, particularly during summer months when these distinctive outdoor lodging options fill quickly.
"Starve Hollow offers camping from full hookup, electric only (by the lake), tent camping, and cabins. The lake has a swimming area (no lifeguards), playgrounds, and bathhouse. "
"There are full hook-up sites and electric. Regular electric sites on the water are beautiful but not sure we could park our 41 ft fifth wheel on a water site."
Available this weekend
from $40 - $57 / night
"It was an awesome set up and we had a great time. We went around Halloween time so the kids participated in a costume contest, pumpkin decorating contest, and trick or treat."
"Friendly Staff. Camp site was a pull through so very easy to set up. Was a full hook up site at that. We enjoyed our stay and visiting IU in the process. Great location and clean camp ground."
"Our Boy Scout troop enjoyed visiting this location. It was well maintained and the staff was helpful."
"Located on Monroe lake, they have canoeing, row boats, sailboats, motor boats, and skiing.
Lots of fun activities to do, and great hiking trails. Their mess hall is top notch."
"Super close to the lake and really nice facilities all around!"
"Close to Lake Monroe. Nice pool. Great people."
"Couples and families usually welcome call befour your first visit rentals available
pool could be better nice conversation pool
seasonsl sites available if accepted"
"There are 75 acres of trails to hike on or drive your golf cart on ."
"Site accommodates both horse, drive in and walk-in camping. There’s a privy and water on site. Campsites have fire rings and picnic tables."
"It sports a good-sized pavilion and well-maintained his and hers vault toilets. The camp sites were generous in size with gravel parking, fairly level pads, picnic tables, and a fire ring."
"Each lot has water and electric. There is a dump station at the exit. The only negative comment about this park is, every lot slopes down towards the lake."
"Great place to camp, 20/25 mins down a heavily wooded country road so it’s secluded and quiet. The place was pretty full of campers, both tents and campers."
"Bathrooms/showers are clean. Laundry on site. Small store and library where you can borrow books. Nice dog walk and small fenced dog area. Sites level and good for big rigs down to tents."
"Clean bathrooms and showers. Nice laundromat. Staff was very friendly. Was a little pricey but with water electric sewer and cable hookups and a laundromat. Definitely worth the price."
"There are some awesome hiking trails here, they are very rugged for Indiana lots of hills. J-W offers some real pretty views."
"I went hiking here and it was sort of rugged. The campsite was right near the lake which provided a perfect view. There was a picnic table and fire ring for only 13 dollars."
from $13 / night
"Some staff were good others just okay. The ATV and ropes course on site were excellent! The free bike trails were hard to find. The “lake” was really more like a large pond."
"Full hook-up or water and electric sites, sites are level. Tent sites available. This place has zip-lining, paintball, arrow tag, ATVs, off-road tours, mountain biking, hiking, cabins."
from $15 - $40 / night
ScoutMark & Denise are great camp hosts they care about everyone and will help them if they need it. They do so much for the holidays and have some great times together around the campfires. Will miss them this winter but will be thinking of them during the Army Navy game. (A inside joke lol).
Guide⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our First RV Home Has Been Such a Blessing!
My husband and I absolutely loved our first few months here at Friends O' Mine Campgrounds & Cabins as first-time RV owners with our Class A RV.
We downsized from our 5-bedroom home in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri. We sold our home and I followed my Husband back here to Indiana after he received a wonderful career opportunity. My Husband is a Veteran, 🇺🇸 and after moving to Nashville, Indiana, we had immediately fallen in love with this small town - where we respected and admired the way Nashville reminds us of where we had just moved from in Missouri.
We stayed at Grand Wood Suites for six months, after paying for a hotel, all while continuously paying for our two large storage units, as well as our mortgage payment and then rent for most of the beginning of this year; so, we decided to downsize to save money to buy land sooner, instead of continuing to rent. 🏕️ We already loved camping - we started with a pop-up camper on the 🔝 of our Jeep and camped dozens of times, then traded up to a pop-up camper. So we used what we had in savings, bought our Class A RV, donated our pop-up camper, and came to Friends O' Mine - and it was the best decision!
From day one, the other campers have been so friendly, as are the nice employees and amazing owners. They truly make you feel like family. They set up weekly entertainment that brings the whole campground together around the campfire - there is a huge fire in the middle with six porch swings attached to a massive gazebo and veranda surrounding it. It's incredibly cozy and just inviting you to join in.
We've enjoyed live musical singers entertaining us around the campfire all evening, and we were invited to watch a documentary about a local racecar driver in their indoor recreational room, right next to the indoor laundry facilities.
There is also a subterranean pool that my Husband and I enjoyed swimming in almost every day during our first month here - it was very relaxing and refreshing!
One of our favorite parts has been our peaceful, nighttime walks around the large, well-stocked catch-and-release pond. My Husband and I hold hands together and walk around it at sunset almost every evening. It's so serene and calming to hear the sounds of the water and feel the beautiful Autumn breeze.
This has been a very relaxing, enjoyable, and heartwarming experience for us. If you are looking for a clean, friendly, peaceful, and welcoming place to stay - whether for a weekend or for a season - we cannot recommend Friends O' Mine Campgrounds & Cabins enough. We are so grateful we found it!
ScoutEach campsite has trees encircling them for mostly shade and a little more privacy. Only thing they could do is add more full hook up sites. Shower houses and restrooms are very well kept.
GuideGreat place to stay. Full hook ups, about 90 percent level sites. 33 RV sites and 3 or 4 primitive camp sites. The main bathhouse is pretty clean, included laundry, and a great host and hostess (Mark and Denise). The only bad is the price hikes here. One would think MWR would throw money towards some things...like a dog park, some leveling, lights at the kids playground, and MWR sponsored and paid for holiday parties/outings for vets, retirees, and all the active here on base. But nope, just collecting revenue without any beanies. Anyway, the host keeps it grounded.
ScoutCampground seemed like a tight fit coming in near dark fall. Lots of shaded sites. Storm ran through that night and lots of dead limbs came down all over. Got a hole in my roof. Overall decent stay and had a cool neighbor
GuideI’ve been coming here since I was a kid, the trees are beautiful, you can camp here and it feels like forest camping, most lots have spots for hammocks, electric but no water hook up, the bath house is ok, clean but concrete showers with a curtain and takes a while to get hot water. Lots of trails and a cute nature center. They only have two playgrounds, but a big pool for summer fun. I love it here, it’s usually not crowded and super peaceful. We prefer most lots on the outer edge of the campground. A lot of the picnic tables are old and require covers.
ScoutWe happened across this place and couldn’t have found a more friendly place to camp. Owner introduce himself right away and told us all about the area and history of campground. Pool wasn’t open yet but nice safe place to camp.
GuideLevel sites, electric and sewer at each site, clean facilities, camp ground clean. Was quite less the muffled sounds of the gun range for reserve troops training/qualifying. Mark the host was very helpful and inviting. Free laundry facilities. There is no WiFi, cell coverage was good. I used a Starlink and worked great. This RV park is on base and you need verified access. Overall it’s a nice place for the price (stayed 5 days).
ScoutQuick two night stay for us but although our first time here was short we will certainly be back. Campground is clean and very well maintained. Owners are very involved and run things very thoughtfully.
They were able to accommodate our 44ft 5th wheel and navigating to the site was simple. Can’t wait to come back and visit.
Camping options near Bedford, Indiana sit within the rolling hills and diverse forests of south-central Indiana. The area features elevations ranging from 500 to 800 feet, creating diverse terrain for outdoor recreation. Many campgrounds provide year-round access with seasonal amenities from April through October when temperatures typically range from 50-85°F during camping season.
Lake activities at multiple depths: Starve Hollow Lake offers a 145-acre lake with varied fishing opportunities. "The lake has a swimming area and there were a lot of playgrounds. Overall there was nothing bad to report. If you want to rent one of the kayaks, get to the office right at 8 or they will be gone for the day," notes Martin M. about Starve Hollow State Rec Area.
Trail exploration for all levels: Jackson-Washington State Forest provides challenging hiking with significant elevation changes. "The property offers several stunning hiking trails and some are of the more challenging nature due to the elevation changes. The park also has an amazing scenic drive, Skyline Drive, which lives up to its name with spectacular panoramic vistas showcasing Indiana's gorgeous farms," states a reviewer of Jackson Washington State Forest.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Early risers can spot diverse wildlife at many campgrounds. "Wake early to see the sun rise over the lake," recommends a visitor at Starve Hollow State Rec Area.
Level camping areas: Most sites at Youngs Creek Horse Camp are well-maintained for comfortable setup. "The campsites I saw were pretty level. They all seemed to be pretty shady as well," notes a camper at Youngs Creeks Horse Camp.
Clean facilities throughout: Campgrounds maintain reliable bathroom facilities for visitors. "Bathroom/showers very clean. We were here for a family reunion and used the club house, which was very nice. They also have boat docks, outdoor pavilion, basketball court, beach and swimming area," shares a visitor at Delaney Creek Park.
Quiet off-season experiences: Many campgrounds offer peaceful stays during weekdays or shoulder seasons. "This is a great campground. It deserves the 5 I gave it. We stayed in site 21 which was right on the lake. All the lake front spots seem to have a good amount lakefront footage. We probably had at least 40 feet," mentions a visitor about their experience.
Site-specific preparation needed: Some campgrounds require additional equipment for comfortable setup. "If you have levelers, should not be a problem, but be sure to bring extra, because it's a good 3" to 5". We have a small class C and we had to raise the back end (facing the lake) off the ground with our hydraulic levelers," warns a visitor at Delaney Creek Park.
Seasonal camping considerations: Bug activity increases during summer months at most locations. "Take bug spray in the summer! Swimming beach and boat ramp/kayak rental available," advises a camper at Starve Hollow State Rec Area.
Utilities placement variations: Hookup locations can be inconsistent at some campgrounds. "The electric and water hookups are not in standard locations for RV hookups. Make sure you bring an extension for your electric hookup, otherwise you might not be able to reach the post," explains a visitor at Delaney Creek Park.
Multiple playgrounds available: Many campgrounds offer play areas throughout the properties. "Great getaway for the family. We love this place and camp here 5+ times a year. It's clean and so much to do with kids," shares a camper at Starve Hollow State Rec Area.
Specialized family activities: Some locations offer unique family experiences beyond traditional camping. "Great place for kids. They have a huge splash park, wading pool for toddlers, and a 4 foot pool besides tons of interactive activities for kids," notes a visitor at Yogi Bears at Lake Monroe.
Cabin accommodations for beginners: Entry-level glamping in Bedford, Indiana area provides family-friendly alternatives to tent camping. "The cabins look cute. I peeked in one. Double bed with bunks in room. There's a loft for kids. A/C and heat but not bathroom. Bring a mattress or sleeping bags or you will sleep on wood," advises a reviewer at Starve Hollow State Rec Area.
Site selection importance: Carefully research site dimensions before booking. "Pull through sites are spacious. Trees are young, across the road from Brown County national forest so hiking galore. And a short drive to Downtown Nashville Indiana!" shares a visitor at Brown County-Nashville KOA.
Leveling requirements vary: Many sites require additional blocks or equipment. "Sites for RVs are concrete and you will need to level some on all of them. They have electric and water. Reasonable prices," notes a visitor at Delaney Creek Park.
Hookup considerations: Access to full services varies by campground location. "We stay in the full hookup section (camping facilities: electric, sewer, and water hookup as well as fire ring, picnic table, and parking spur at each site). The bathhouse was clean (even though it rained most of the weekend). These sites are a good size and able to get any size Trailer or RV into these sites," explains a camper from their experience.
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