Best RV Parks & Resorts near Carlisle, IN

Several RV campgrounds surround Carlisle, Indiana with varying amenities and site configurations. New Vision RV Park offers full hookup sites with 50-amp electrical service on gravel pads that accommodate larger rigs. Shakamak State Park Campground, located in Jasonville, provides electric sites with 30 and 50-amp service year-round with some full hookup options. "Very beautiful RV campground with reasonably priced sites," noted one visitor about nearby Prides Creek County Park. Terre Haute Campground features 60 sites including pull-through RV pads, though reviewers mention tight spacing between sites with one noting "we had to unhook and was not able to park our truck on our site."

Reservations are essential during summer months at most parks in the region. West Boggs Park in Loogootee provides electric sites with water hookups and a sanitary dump station, appealing to fishing enthusiasts with boat-in access. Cell service varies significantly throughout the area with several reviewers mentioning strong Verizon coverage but spotty service with other carriers. According to one camper, the proximity to highways creates noticeable noise at some locations, particularly at Narrow Lake Campground in Greene Sullivan State Forest. Most RV parks in the area remain open year-round, though amenities like swimming pools typically operate seasonally between May and October. Pet-friendly policies are standard across most facilities, with designated pet areas available at several parks including an enclosed dog park at Terre Haute Campground.

Best RV Sites Near Carlisle, Indiana (57)

    1. New Vision RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Carlisle, IN
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 745-2125

    "Most spots there are occupied by traveling workers for the nearby power plant so even when the campground is full it’s very quiet. If you have kids i recommend spot #1."

    2. Lakeside RV Campground

    2 Reviews
    Olney, IL
    39 miles
    +1 (618) 393-4352

    "Last year we went to Cruise America in a camper van, but it turned out that without proper equipment it wasn't a vacation, but survival."

    3. Hillbilly Acres Campground

    1 Review
    Linton, IN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 798-5636

    $40 / night

    "Nice camp store and a pool.."

    4. Shakamak State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Jasonville, IN
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 665-2158

    $16 - $1200 / night

    "This is just a beautiful Indiana State Park located near the small community of Jasonville, Indiana which offers simple dining, grocery store, hardware store and fuel."

    "There's 7 hiking trails. All are nice walks in the woods. All were muddy in sections. There's an old coal mine on Trail 2. Blocked off for safety. "

    5. Narrow Lake Campground — Greene Sullivan State Forest

    5 Reviews
    Dugger, IN
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 648-2810

    $23 - $40 / night

    "There are many lake with good fishing, most of which have boat ramps (small boats). Great for kayaking and canoeing. There are cabins for rent, two campgrounds on Reservoir 26 and Wampler lake."

    6. Fowler County Park

    17 Reviews
    Terre Haute, IN
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 462-3413

    "Shaded campground sites at lake's edge on east side of park, 53 electrical hookups including 1 pull-thru, 14 primitive/tent sites. Fire ring and picnic table at each site. Water hydrants nearby."

    "Has great hiking trails, a covered bridge with historical log cabins for festivals. They have 1 cabin you can rent out. Bring your fishing gear, they stock the lake."

    7. Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park

    9 Reviews
    Sumner, IL
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 936-2469

    "At first I thought the sites were a bit rough and not very level. But while were there, they started to regrade the pads at the sites. The new gravel was leveled and packed flat."

    "Nice and quiet with a small lake. Really shaded. Great fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and channel cat. Boats allowed with electric motors only. Max depth is 21 feet."

    8. West Boggs Park

    11 Reviews
    Loogootee, IN
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 295-3421

    "All sites have fire rings and picnic tables. Nice views of the lake. Could use showers updated."

    "Its close to home, on a lake & has all the amenities. We prefer a small section of the park called Milligan’s Point. There are only 10 spots, you’re right on the water, and has full hook ups."

    9. Terre Haute Campground

    23 Reviews
    Terre Haute, IN
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (217) 342-1111

    $40 - $999 / night

    "RV sites are pull thrus and back-ins that vary from 50 amp full hook-up with deluxe patio to 30 amp water/electric. All sites were level."

    "It use to be KOA New owners 2 year it is pet friendly But for there feet the Campsite is jacket rocks rough on the dog's paws and a little to close to the freeway But everything else was nice clean very"

    10. Oblong Park and Lake

    4 Reviews
    Newton, IL
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 592-3431

    "Price per night is $10 that includes electric and water only ...there is a dump station in the park as well ..you drop your payment at the bathhouse on the honor system."

    "Very humble rural park with a quiet atmosphere and Great Lake for fishing. The people of oblong are also the friendliest around!"

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RV Park Reviews near Carlisle, IN

271 Reviews of 57 Carlisle Campgrounds


  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 12, 2017

    Terre Haute Campground

    Great location to I-70 and Terre Haute

    This campground is great proximity to I-70 for an easy on/off the interstate and just outside of downtown Terre Haute (approximately eight miles). The park is nice and shady with large trees. When we were there in November, there were very few other campers and most appeared to be transients there for just one night. With all the amenities in this place there is probably a lot going on in the summer. Downtown Terre Haute has plenty of activities including live music, sporting events, museums, restaurants, and historic sites.

    RV sites are pull thrus and back-ins that vary from 50 amp full hook-up with deluxe patio to 30 amp water/electric. All sites were level. There are definitely sites big enough for big-rigs with tow vehicles so you don’t have to unhook if you are just stopping for a night. Water, sewer and electric hook-ups were well-placed and easy to reach. In addition to the RV sites, there are kamping cabins with deluxe accommodations (including air conditioning, kitchens, and bathrooms) capable of sleeping up to 6 people to rustic cabins without bathrooms. Tent sites are available as is a “teepee.”

    Amenities at the park include: swimming pool, camp store (with fire wood), full service restaurant (May – November), propane fill, bike rental, basketball courts, playground, horseshoes, petting zoo, and coin laundry. The restroom and shower house was clean. There is a dump station located at the exit of the park. Our Verizon 4G phone and hotpsot had great service. Our antenna picked up about two dozen television channels

    If you have a dog, there is an off-leash dog park and you are free to walk dogs around the property and there is a long road leading into park. The only problem we had with the park was that some of the trees were not trimmed and the roads where narrow and would rub against our RV.

  • Stephen & Theresa B.
    May. 10, 2019

    Shakamak State Park Campground

    “Fantastic Indiana camping experience.”

    This is just a beautiful Indiana State Park located near the small community of Jasonville, Indiana which offers simple dining, grocery store, hardware store and fuel. The park has numerous recreational activities to include 3 lakes spanning some 400 acres that are known for spectacular fishing, seasonal family aquatic center for swimming with a large water slide, seasonal nature center, and several hiking trails. The campsites are in a heavily wooded area with fantastic tree canopy for shade and comfort. Sites are mostly level gravel pads ranging from primitive to 30 amp electric, 50 amp electric or a limited number of full hookup; water, sewer and 50 amp service sites plus plenty of clean bath houses. Large rig friendly. The park also has family cabins available. A small camp store supplies firewood, ice, bait and sundries...Indiana fishing license at the park office. Want to relax...enjoy beautiful sunsets on the lake, paddling a canoe or kayak, or casting a line for dinner...this is a perfect place to make that happen.

  • Cynthia K.
    May. 14, 2025

    Shakamak State Park Campground

    Very nice campground!

    This was a camping weekend. We've camped here before, but many years ago. It was time to go back. 

    So, we couldn't remember much about this state park. We were never compelled to go back sooner. Now I remember why. This is a nice park. Not outstanding. Not special. It's just...nice. 

      There's 7 hiking trails. All are nice walks in the woods. All were muddy in sections. There's an old coal mine on Trail 2. Blocked off for safety. 

    There's no beach, but they have an enormous pool. It has slides & everything. 

    This is a fishing park. Boating with electric motors, so a quiet lake. Fishing was fair according to my fishing guy.

    The Nature Center was inexplicably closed "for the season". Disappointing! 

    There's many boat launches & picnic areas. Cabins for rent. Boats for rent.

     We stayed at the electric campground. The sites are great- wooded. This is a well established campground. 

    The sites are all flat- ALL FLAT!!! No inclined sites at all! Unheard of in an Indiana State Park, but there you go.

    There's some train noise.

     The bathrooms/showers are KOA clean. Also unheard of in an Indiana State Park. I couldn't even find a spider web. Kudos to the park employees& camp hosts!

     We had a site by the lake, but there was no lake view & there was a steep incline to get down to the water.

      This campground has a beautiful fishing pier just for campers. 

    Bring an extension cord if you're in a pull through. If you want your door facing the fire pit- the electric box is in an awkward place.

     There's also another campground that has a mix of electric/full hookup & non electric sites. They have a beautiful bathhouse. 

    All in all a pleasant weekend. We camped at Shakamak State Park in a Travel Trailer.

  • Randy M.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 13, 2023

    Happy Campers Campground

    Off the beaten path by a lake

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    Approx $35 / day

    Happy Campers Campground

    5.0 (1 reviews)

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    Call 812-239-6263 for reservation. Plan to arrive before dark.

    5 full hook-up sites, 1 primitive site, and one primitive cabin. On a lake stocked with fish. Port-a-potty and shower house available.

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    39.4931, -87.0188

    https://happycamperscampgroundinc.com

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    Verizon LTE

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    Weather

    Averages

    Forecast

    Jan

    2.57"

    34.6°

    16.8°

    Feb

    2.48"

    39.6°

    20°

    Mar

    3.39"

    50.5°

    28.6°

    Apr

    3.99"

    62.9°

    39.4°

    May

    5.41"

    72.4°

    49.3°

    Jun

    4.67"

    81.1°

    58.7°

    Jul

    5.19"

    84.2°

    61.7°

    Aug

    3.37"

    83.2°

    60.2°

    Sep

    3.73"

    77.3°

    52.3°

    Oct

    3.49"

    65°

    41.2°

    Nov

    3.98"

    52°

    31.8°

    Dec

    3.26"

    38.3°

    20.7°

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    Summer

    Fall

    Winter

    Crowdedness

    Others between 10 and 50 feet away

    Fullness

    Almost full

    Noise

    Occasional man-made noise (trains, cars, etc...)

    Shade

    Mostly shaded, but still some spots with sunlight

    Cleanliness

    Pristine, no trash at all

    Safety

    Very safe

    Road difficulty

    No problems with any vehicle

    Features and amenities

    Water hookup

    Sewer hookup

    50A Electric

    Showers

    Picnic tables

    Toilets

    Pets allowed

    Wifi

    Fire pits

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    Great place to stop overnight or for a few days. Can hear the highway; but it's not very loud or intrusive. Camp host/owner is very friendly. Plenty of room for kids or pets to roam and play. Very clean and safe.

  • s
    Aug. 24, 2018

    West Boggs Park

    Typical Government Run Park

    If you are wanting sewer, this park is very limited for 45’ Motorhomes. The available sites with sewer are all back in that are not very level and many are tight for Big Rigs including large trailers.

  • Stephen & Theresa B.
    Jun. 27, 2019

    Mccormick's Creek State Park Campground

    Indiana's First State Park

    This park is a southern Indiana beauty. Indiana's first state park dating to 1916. The heart of the park is McCormick's Creek Canyon with stunning views, hiking and some of the best wildflower displays in the state...and let's don't forget McCormick's Creek waterfall...yes its probably only 10' but this is a big deal for Indiana. The park offers numerous hikes varying in difficulty accessing features and attractions to include a 90' fire tower, scenic canyon and waterfall, small cave(Wolf Cave), interesting sinkholes and some stunning second growth hardwood forest. A center piece of the park is the Canyon Inn offering hotel accommodations, dining, seasonal swimming pool(guests only) and in the winter months a massive warming fireplace. The campground provides 189 electric only sites(30 amp) typically gravel pads and 32 primitive sites; most having nice tree canopy for summer shade. Larger coaches have limited choices. The park has an exceptional seasonal outdoor pool, seasonal camp store, very active nature center and naturalist program. Just minutes from the park is the town of Spencer with everything you need to re-supply or grab a dinner out...restaurants, grocery, Wal-Mart, fuel and more

  • Stephen & Theresa B.
    May. 6, 2020

    Lieber State Recreation Area Campground

    A boaters paradise!

    The center piece of Lieber State Recreation Area is the 1,400 acre Cagles Mill Lake. This is a flood control reservoir that is popular for pleasure boating, small house boats and sport fishing. Nearby attractions include the beautiful Cataract Falls. The campground consists of 115 Class A(electric only) and 94 Class B campsites with most tucked under hardwood and pine tree canopy. The campground features include a camp store for basic needs; firewood, ice, sundries and boat rental plus a recently updated dump station and potable water access area and clean comfort stations. Electric service is 30 amp only. Plenty of spots for larger rigs and many are fairly level with asphalt pads. The park offers a seasonal aquatic center with a zero entrance pool and water slide, a nature center with interpretive naturalist program, numerous shelters, playgrounds and picnic areas. Boating is the focus...but the camping is nice too! Easy access location just 3 miles south of Interstate I-70 on IN-243, 40 miles West of Indianapolis, 35 miles East of Terre Haute. Reservations recommended on summer weekends; reserveamerica.com

  • Jeremie B.
    May. 1, 2021

    Hawthorn County Park

    Great Park

    This is a Great Park, my wife and I camp here all the time. Large sites, because they are very wooded lots of shade, not far from downtown, also close to shopping (i.e. Walmart, Meijer). Lots to do in the park as well, fishing, archery, bike riding, canoe/kiak dock, and lots of very nice trails for hiking/running. They've also just updated their campsites, pull throughs have 30/50 amp electric. Some sites have both water and electric hookup and a view of the lake from your site. If you ever have a chance to visit I highly recommend it.

  • Doug W.
    Nov. 4, 2021

    Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park

    Nice state park with recent upgrades

    We were there in November for just a night. At first I thought the sites were a bit rough and not very level. But while were there, they started to regrade the pads at the sites. The new gravel was leveled and packed flat. The sites are greatly improved.

    Cell service was very good, Verizon, and very quiet. Most sites are 30 amp but the Lake view loop are 50 amp. There are a few sites that will handle large rigs but most are for medium sized rigs.


Guide to Carlisle

Carlisle, Indiana camping areas sit within the Wabash River valley, where the terrain alternates between forested hills and open farmland at elevations around 500 feet. RV camping near Carlisle offers access to the region's numerous lakes and waterways, many formed from reclaimed coal mining operations. Summer temperatures typically reach highs in the mid-80s, with humidity levels creating warm camping conditions from June through August.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: West Boggs Park features a large lake popular with anglers. "There's plenty of areas to fish from the bank if you don't have a boat," notes one camper. The park also offers "frisbee golf and 9 hole golf course are all a part of the grounds."

Hiking trails: Shakamak State Park Campground provides multiple walking paths through wooded areas. "There's 7 hiking trails. All are nice walks in the woods. All were muddy in sections. There's an old coal mine on Trail 2," shares one visitor who rated the park 4 stars.

Water activities: Many campgrounds in the area feature swimming options during summer. At Shakamak, "There's no beach, but they have an enormous pool. It has slides & everything," according to a review. The park also allows "Boating with electric motors, so a quiet lake."

Mountain biking: Fowler County Park provides excellent access to nearby trails. "This park is a short four minute bike ride from Griffin Bike Park, which is an amazing mountain bike park," explains one reviewer who appreciated the convenience.

What campers like

Lake access: Camping near water ranks high with visitors to Carlisle area campgrounds. "We prefer a small section of the park called Milligan's Point. There are only 10 spots, you're right on the water, and has full hook ups," reports one West Boggs Park camper.

Quiet atmosphere: Narrow Lake Campground in Greene Sullivan State Forest appeals to those seeking peace. "This is a really interesting State Forest property evolving from a reclamation project of donated land from various coal companies. Now encompassing nearly 9000 acres of woodlands and what it's best known for, some 120 lakes," notes one visitor.

Fishing-focused destinations: Greene Sullivan State Forest offers exceptional fishing opportunities. "The lakes are rich with bass, bluegill, crappy, redear and Airline Lake is even stocked annually with rainbow trout. This is truly a fisherman paradise," according to a 3-star review.

Theme weekends: Many local campgrounds host special events. At West Boggs Park, "They host different themed events," and another camper adds, "Their holiday/theme weekends are fun for all ages. They have normal lake life, beach, and fishing."

What you should know

Reservation systems: Most campgrounds in the area use different booking methods. At Oblong Park and Lake, "Price per night is $10 that includes electric and water only...you drop your payment at the bathhouse on the honor system."

Seasonal considerations: Weather impacts camping experiences. At Shakamak State Park, a visitor warned, "The Nature Center was inexplicably closed 'for the season'. Disappointing!" Summer brings challenges too, with one camper noting, "In August beware of the bugs!"

Site spacing: Campground layouts vary significantly. At Shakamak, sites are "wooded. This is a well established campground. The sites are all flat- ALL FLAT!!! No inclined sites at all!" which contrasts with other parks in the region.

Utility placement: At Shakamak, one camper suggests you "Bring an extension cord if you're in a pull through. If you want your door facing the fire pit- the electric box is in an awkward place."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Many campgrounds offer play areas. At Red Hills Lake State Park, "Lots to do for kids, as the park has basketball courts, volleyball court, and lots of playground equipment around the park," notes one camper in their 4-star review.

Swimming options: Pools provide recreation when temperatures rise. "Great walking woods. but the restaurant is awesome. plenty of fish in the lake," says a Red Hills visitor, while another mentions the park has "Beautiful lake with good fishing."

Kid-friendly spots: Certain campsites work better for children. At New Vision RV Park, "If you have kids i recommend spot #1. It's big and borders a very nice playground," advises a camper who rated the park 5 stars.

Noise considerations: Some campgrounds have unavoidable noise sources. "Train tracks are way too close," warns a New Vision RV Park reviewer, suggesting families avoid "the back left (NE) corner" of the campground.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling: Prepare for varying pad conditions. At West Boggs Park, "There are plenty of campsites with gravel pads. I haven't seen any of the pads that are terribly unlevel," notes one camper.

Space constraints: Some parks have tight spacing. At Terre Haute Campground, "There are definitely sites big enough for big-rigs with tow vehicles so you don't have to unhook if you are just stopping for a night," according to a 4-star review.

Tree clearance: Mature trees can present challenges. At Terre Haute Campground, "watch the tree to the right as you turn in as we brushed our awning," cautions a reviewer. Another notes, "The only problem we had with the park was that some of the trees were not trimmed and the roads where narrow and would rub against our RV."

Cell service: Connectivity varies by carrier. At Shakamak State Park, "One downside was we had Verizon as a cell phone carrier and only had one bar," reports a 5-star review, which contrasts with other campgrounds in the region.

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