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Best Campgrounds near New Palestine, IN

408 Reviews

Developed campgrounds dominate the camping landscape in New Palestine, Indiana, with several established sites offering amenities for various camping styles. Indianapolis KOA in nearby Greenfield provides tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals just 15 minutes from New Palestine. S and H Campground, also in Greenfield, features 450 sites with full hookups suitable for tents and RVs. The region includes multiple mixed-use campgrounds that accommodate different preferences, with most sites offering electric hookups, water access, and picnic tables. Heartland Resort and Lake Haven Retreat expand the options within a 30-minute drive.

Reservations are highly recommended for all developed campgrounds in the area, particularly during the peak season from May through October. Many campgrounds operate seasonally, with Indianapolis KOA open from March 1 to November 15, while others like Lake Haven Retreat remain open year-round. The terrain is generally flat with gravel roads throughout the campgrounds, making navigation relatively easy for most vehicles. Most sites include amenities like drinking water, electric hookups, and fire rings, though site quality and spacing can vary significantly between locations. "When looking for a monthly campsite in the Indianapolis area, we were unsure about staying here as reviews were hit or miss. Decided to take a gamble and it's been great! Friendly service, lots to do for the kiddos," noted one review of S and H Campground.

Families particularly appreciate the recreational amenities available at several campgrounds near New Palestine. S and H Campground features a swimming pool, miniature golf, and carnival-style rides for children, making it a popular destination for family outings. Indianapolis KOA receives praise for its kid-friendly water features and on-site horses. As one camper mentioned, "The pool is delightful especially for littles who will enjoy the fountains and big pouring bucket. Our favorite part is visiting with Fred and Rain, the friendly onsite horses." Many reviews highlight the abundance of activities rather than natural settings, as these campgrounds primarily serve as activity centers rather than wilderness experiences. Weekend visitors should expect more crowds and organized events, including live music at some locations during summer months.

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Best Camping Sites Near New Palestine, Indiana (93)

    1. Indianapolis KOA

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

    $60 - $80 / night

    "It’s very close to an interstate so it’s not exactly a picturesque setting. The pricing seems high for what it is. Walking distance to Mount Comfort RV Dealership."

    "Clean and friendly..easy access to the highway..a lot of transient sites..nice pool!"

    2. S and H Campground

    12 Reviews
    Greenfield, IN
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (317) 326-3208

    "Perfect distance from speedway."

    "My experience at this location has been fun and staff is helpful could be a little cleaner but would camp there again."

    3. Heartland Resort

    2 Reviews
    Greenfield, IN
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (317) 326-3181

    4. Lake Haven Retreat

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

    "We attended a wedding at the Scottish Cathedral in the center of downtown Indy and from the campground, it was a nice drive into the city off the interstate that only took about 20 min."

    "Close to the city without being “in it”. We would stay here again."

    5. Hidden Paradise Campground

    16 Reviews
    Waldron, IN
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 525-6582

    "Staff is visible and seem to do a good job of maintaining order etc Road Noise: This campground is nicely nestled away from public roads. Through Traffic in campground: No issue."

    "This little road is quite narrow, has some pretty tight turns with trees on both sides and in the night it’s hard to tell where the rear end of your camper is on the turns where there are trees close to"

    6. Indiana State Fairgrounds Campground

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

    $40 / night

    7. White River Campground

    22 Reviews
    Cicero, IN
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (317) 770-4430

    $16 - $37 / night

    "First of all it's very clean which is surprising for Indiana. Back up to the river. Great views. Free hot showers! Quiet. Feels secluded though close to town. Good price too."

    "White River Campground is a county owned park within 15 minutes small town Indiana (Cicero) complete with a small town grocery and dollar general. Within 20 minutes or Walmart and Grocery stores."

    8. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Indianapolis East

    5 Reviews
    New Castle, IN
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 737-6585

    $50 - $79 / night

    "There is an abundance of activities to keep you and the little ones happy, especially around holidays. The amenities are great and the sites definitely large enough not to feel crowded."

    9. Glo Wood Campground

    5 Reviews
    Pendleton, IN
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (317) 485-5239

    $28 / night

    "Our spot, like all around us was very long and nice, wide space between campers. We camped with a 38 foot travel trailer and a 20 foot Ford F250, and still had room(about the size of a golf cart)."

    10. Mystic Waters Campground

    4 Reviews
    Pendleton, IN
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 221-1078

    "She helped with the reservation, she greeted us when we arrived, she even called to make sure we were doing ok driving it the first day."

    "Lake at the campground is great to float around in on a hot summer day. We enjoyed the bus ride both days to see Dave Matthews Band."

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  • J
    Oct. 14, 2025

    Sundance Lake Dispersed Camping

    Disbursed camping at its Indiana best

    Free disbursed camping at its best in Indiana. Not another soul camped within earshot. Clean site. Gravel pad for vehicle. Green grass for tent. 14 day limit. No reservations needed or available. Just show up and camp if a site is open. This site was very well marked.

  • Bodean D.
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Kamp Modoc

    What would you expect from Camping?

    Do you have kids? They have it covered, from playground, to lake with inflatables, train rides, Holiday fun.

    Adults? I see Cornhole every weekend, Campfires, Holiday Events, Golf Cart Parades, DJ's or Live Bands on the weekend, Friendly Seasonal Folks always up for a good time.

    Ameneties? Bath Houses, Laundry, General Store, Small Grill and Pizza Oven. (Pizza is not half bad either).

    Amish make their presence felt on a few weekends throughout the season, from fresh Bakery Goods to a Healthy Sized Sausage Egg Biscuit. (You won't be disappointed)

    Food Trucks on a few weekends throughout the season.

  • SkywaystoHighways.com Y.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Bill Monroe Memorial Music Park & Campground

    Festival Fun!

    We stayed here for the 1st Annual HikerFest and had a blast! 106 of our little Hikers took up the majority of the park. The full-timers that stay here for the season were very kind and cordial; freely giving of advice on local attractions to see and things to do during our stay. The museum was really interesting! They gave a great tour with lots of stories about country legends. The bath house was clean and tidy. The showers were ok. Porta-potties throughout the campground, not so much… Campsites are close together and without privacy, some more level than others. Try to grab a spot near the trees for a bit of shade. Great music. Awesome weekend!

  • M
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Glo Wood Campground

    Rip off

    Overall, this Campground rips people off. As a Traveling worker I despise places like this. I gave this Campground, a$200 deposit with the intent of Renting a site for a month from them. I was supposed to move onto site in approximately a week and a half and had to cancel as I found another campground that was closer to my job site. They had my deposit approximately two days to which they were supposedly receiving a huge amount of phone calls regarding the open site Turning people down left and right. When I asked for my deposit bank, they wanted to tell me it was nonrefundable because they are losing out on money by me canceling. I would be more understanding if they had the site open but the owner it was booked all the way until I was going to move onto site. I was never told my deposit was not refundable. As a traveler, I warn other monthly campers about this place as the Owners will rip you off no problem

  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 20, 2025

    Sundance Lake Dispersed Camping

    Camping area

    National forest area with 3ish campsites one of which can accommodate a vehicle. Wooded so no solar or starlink. Small lake nearby with what looks like some trails.

  • Laura W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 15, 2025

    Summit Lake State Park Campground

    Summit lake state park

    Its an ok park. The water is shared with your neighbor, so be sure to have a lo g hose. The showers were sketchy. I wouldn't use them personally. Wecsaw a couple of unattended fires smoldering in empty campsites. And we paid for an overnight reservation. Came in around 5pm. They charged us $7 for day use. I dont think you should have to pay for day use ANYWHERE that you've paid an overnight reservation. We are through travelers and its just plain irritating to me.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Taylor Ridge Campground — Brown County State Park

    Nice Trails & Big Campsites

    I had a great time camping here. The spots in Taylor ridge were mostly well-spaced and felt pretty private. The pit toilets were clean and the showers were nice. Busy campground but it was very quiet still. 262 was the biggest and most private site I saw when walking around. 260 is a pull through site.

  • David C.
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Mystic Waters Campground

    Great campground for RVs and cabins

    This is a great campground for RVs and cabins, but unfortunately not for tents as the highway 69 is too noisy. Also there are not a lot of trees.

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 29, 2025

    Summit Lake State Park Campground

    Peaceful park and great hiking trails

    Although we only spent one night here during the week, the campground seemed very peaceful and quiet, even though there were quite a few campers. Sites 1 through 74 seem to be a lot more level and larger, but they were in a sort of an open area with very little shade. The rest of the sites were fairly unlevel, but were in shaded areas. I would think a rig more than 31 or 32 feet long would have difficulty maneuvering around the curve at the end of the second loop. We are a 30ft. Fifth wheel and it was pretty tight for us. Lots of trees. The showers were your typical camp showers not great but not horrible. There was a large lake that one could enjoy fishing on. Also some great hiking trails in the area.

Guide to New Palestine

Camping near New Palestine, Indiana, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or a family adventure, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Hueston Woods State Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "There are some pretty cool trails in the woods," making it a great spot for nature lovers.
  • Fishing and Boating: At Paynetown Campground, you can enjoy fishing and boating on Lake Monroe. A visitor noted, "This is a boating/fishing park," highlighting its water activities.
  • Wildlife Watching: Hardin Ridge is perfect for spotting wildlife. One camper shared, "Screech owls and active birds made it an exciting evening."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Taylor Ridge Campground. A reviewer said, "Restrooms/showers were state park clean," which is a big plus for many.
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the roomy sites at Buffalo Ridge Campground. One camper mentioned, "The woods surrounding the Buffalo Ridge campground is very peaceful," making it a relaxing spot.
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often rave about the helpful staff at Indianapolis KOA. A visitor noted, "Clean and friendly... a lot of transient sites," which adds to the welcoming atmosphere.

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: If you're looking for peace and quiet, be cautious at Paynetown Campground. One reviewer warned, "It's VERY noisy & busy on a summer weekend," so plan your visit accordingly.
  • Site Conditions: At Hueston Woods State Park Campground, some sites can be challenging to level. A camper mentioned, "Limited level campground with full and electric hookups," so check site conditions before booking.
  • Crowded Weekends: Expect busy weekends at popular spots like Versailles State Park Campground. A visitor noted, "The campground was crowded, but very quiet," indicating that weekdays might be a better choice.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with family-friendly activities. Indianapolis KOA has a water park and farm animals, making it a hit with kids. One parent said, "The water park is so fun," which is perfect for keeping the little ones entertained.
  • Choose Level Sites: When tent camping, pick sites that are level. A camper at Versailles State Park Campground mentioned, "The description of the site did say it had a slight slope," so be mindful of your tent placement.
  • Plan for Quiet Time: If your family needs downtime, consider visiting during the week. A reviewer at Paynetown Campground suggested, "If you like a quieter experience come Monday through Wed."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to check the size of the sites before booking. A camper at Buffalo Ridge Campground advised, "Be sure to check pad size. Several sites have 20' or so."
  • Look for Full Hookups: For a more comfortable stay, choose campgrounds with full hookups. White River Campground offers full hookup sites, which many RVers appreciate.
  • Arrive Early: To secure a good spot, arrive early, especially on weekends. A visitor at Hardin Ridge noted, "First come sites were open and plentiful on a weekend," which can be a great advantage.

Camping near New Palestine, Indiana, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near New Palestine, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, New Palestine, IN offers a wide range of camping options, with 93 campgrounds and RV parks near New Palestine, IN and 4 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near New Palestine, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near New Palestine, IN is Indianapolis KOA with a 4.2-star rating from 21 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near New Palestine, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near New Palestine, IN.

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