Best Tent Camping near Charlestown, IN

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Charlestown, IN has a lot to offer. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Find the best campgrounds near Charlestown, plus reviews and photos from other campers like you.

Best Tent Sites Near Charlestown, Indiana (9)

    1. Deam Lake State Rec Area

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

    "I used this location as my FOB for a weekend of hiking in southern Indiana. The campground was nice."

    "Picnic table. 15 pieces of firewood for 5 plus tax. Friends stayed in the chickadee cabin and d03. Neat cabins all wood with Portable AC.

    A few hikes."

    2. Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest

    17 Reviews
    Fairdale, KY
    25 miles
    Website

    $15 - $30 / night

    "Tent sites have so many trees surrounding them. If you're looking for more privacy anything off of the loop will do just fine."

    "The shaded area has 3 large picnic tables, water, fire ring & a private latrine. I purchased firewood in advance & it was delivered to our site before we even arrived."

    3. Birdsell Castle

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    Goshen, IN
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (352) 842-8611

    $25 - $75 / night

    4. Old Mill Tent And Hammock Camping

    3 Reviews
    English, IN
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 472-3140

    $20 / night

    "Sites are relatively close but you still have plenty of your own space. Each site comes with a fire pit and picnic table. Plenty of trees to hang up a hammock and empty space to pitch a tent."

    "Nice size site with fire ring and picnic table. Lots of trees- so great tree canopy and plenty of hammock. Nice size pieces of wood and large bundles."

    5. Happy Hollow Homestead

    5 Reviews
    English, IN
    37 miles
    Website

    $40 - $65 / night

    "He has firewood for purchase and will set up your fire for free with his propane torch, which was very helpful for us after a rainstorm."

    "We were nervous about bottoming in the dry creek bed on way to Walnut Grove area, but no problem. Great stay. 20' Ford Transit ModVan. One bar with cell booster."

    6. Springs Valley Rec Area

    1 Review
    French Lick, IN
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 547-7051

    "the campground is closed for overnight camping, but this is still a beautiful lake for hiking, fishing, and my favorite, kayaking. electric motors only, so nice and quiet."

    7. Sundance Lake Dispersed Camping

    1 Review
    Freetown, IN
    49 miles

    "A quiet little lake/ big pond in the Hoosier National Forest with a few spots to camp.

    At the pond there was a pad of concrete leftover from who knows what."

    9. Bourbon Trail Campground

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    Lawrenceburg, KY
    48 miles
    +1 (502) 316-1712

    $39 - $55 / night

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Tent Camping Reviews near Charlestown, IN

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Guide to Charlestown

Tent camping near Charlestown, Indiana offers a variety of scenic locations and outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are several well-reviewed options to consider.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Charlestown, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Charlestown, IN is Deam Lake State Rec Area with a 3.9-star rating from 18 reviews.

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