Best Equestrian Camping near North Vernon, IN

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, North Vernon, IN has a lot to offer. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Indiana camping has to offer. Find the best campgrounds near North Vernon, IN. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Equestrian Sites Near North Vernon, Indiana (14)

    1. Clifty Falls State Park Campground

    44 Reviews
    Madison, IN
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 273-8885

    $16 - $25 / night

    "If you live outside of Indiana you have to pay a $9 entrance fee on top of the campground reservation fee, which makes for a pricey weekend trip for those on a budget."

    "No sewer or water hookup as you would expect at most Indiana State Parks. The sites are extremely spacious and plenty of sites with shade."

    2. Versailles State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Versailles, IN
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 689-6424

    $23 - $25 / night

    "This is a great southern Indiana State Park with easy access from US 50."

    "Older Indiana State Park just West of Indiana / Ohio state line South of IH-74. Roads tight and only 1 dump station for 70+ sites (most site are water electric only)"

    3. Berry Ridge Road - Dispersed Camping

    13 Reviews
    Freetown, IN
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 275-5987

    "If you are into boondocking at all defiantly check out berry ridge it’s just south of brown county Indiana beautiful country mostly hills tons of camp spots sometimes half mile or more apart haven’t seen"

    "Trails, plenty of dry wood, away from the roads, no running water or electricity, decent amount of spaces we came in at night and counted about 9 very far spread out camp sights."

    4. Blackwell Campground — Hoosier National Forest

    22 Reviews
    Heltonville, IN
    41 miles
    +1 (812) 275-5987

    "We arrived near dusk on a Friday. The entrance is clearly marked and road is gravel but well maintained. The site is open space with soft, well maintained grass and no muddy areas."

    "Close to town but also right off some amazing trails! Sometimes the horse trailers get loud with generators but it is a horse camp ground!"

    5. Deam Lake State Recreation Area Campground

    18 Reviews
    Borden, IN
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 246-5421

    $23 - $64 / night

    "There are horse trails, a beach, and great water for swimming/kayaking/canoeing. It is pet friendly as well. The bath house in our area was older but fairly clean."

    "Horse camping so was cool to see the horses. A beach location and a few fishing spots.

    The lake doesn’t allow non electric motors so waters were calm. Caught some bluegills."

    6. Yellowwood State Forest

    15 Reviews
    Unionville, IN
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 988-7945

    $225 / night

    "Drive up, select your site, and then go to the park office to pay using a self-pay envelope. Bring exact change(cash). Current prices are listed on the Indiana DNR website."

    "Peaceful little place but unfortunately it rained but we made the best of it, there’s some secluded spots where you can stay away from others or stay in the more general areas, nice lake to fish and we"

    7. Spring Mill State Park Campground

    22 Reviews
    Mitchell, IN
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 849-3534

    $20 - $30 / night

    "Spring Mill State park is a little piece of history that is in the heart of southern Indiana. Here you will find a working frontier village."

    "Open space, close to facilities and water pump, Ground was mostly flat, slightly shady in the afternoon, and very peaceful."

    8. Johnson County Park

    8 Reviews
    Nineveh, IN
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 526-6809

    "The park is 622 acres that include two campgrounds, approximately 5 miles of hiking trails, equestrian school, 18 hole disc golf course, shelter houses, amphitheater, lakes, fishing and more."

    "We have camped here twice, we needed to be as close to Trafalgar Indiana as possible, not many camping options in the local area."

    9. Horsemen's Campground — Brown County State Park

    3 Reviews
    Nashville, IN
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 988-6406

    $15 - $26 / night

    "Brown County has always been the jewel of Indiana State Parks for Trail Riders. The campground is large, with spaces to accommodate larger rigs."

    "We often take our horses trail riding there for a week every couple of summers of just go down for weekend trips to go hiking."

    10. Charles C. Deam Wilderness

    9 Reviews
    Heltonville, IN
    41 miles

    "A staple of our state here in Indiana. Unfortunately due to some storm damage, trails were rerouted or straight up inaccessible.

    Great places to find and set up camp."

    "I had the awesome experience to hammock camp on the Patton cave trail, along the creek that winds the length of that trail. It was a strenuous hike to pack in/out of, but was beautiful scenery."

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Guide to North Vernon

Horse camping in Indiana offers a unique blend of scenic trails and well-equipped facilities for equestrian enthusiasts. With a variety of campgrounds catering to horse camping, adventurers can enjoy the great outdoors while ensuring their horses are well taken care of.

Campers appreciate these amenities for horses

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • The trails at Clifty Falls State Park Campground provide beautiful hiking opportunities, perfect for those looking to explore the area on horseback.
  • Yellowwood State Forest features various trails suitable for horseback riding, along with fishing and boating options at Yellowwood Lake.
  • Charles C. Deam Wilderness offers a mix of hiking and equestrian trails, making it a great spot for those who enjoy both activities.

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like water and electric hookups

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near North Vernon, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near North Vernon, IN is Clifty Falls State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 44 reviews.

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