Best Campgrounds near Clear Creek, IN

Are you in need of a campground near Clear Creek, IN? There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Clear Creek. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Camping Sites Near Clear Creek, Indiana (116)

    1. Paynetown Campground

    29 Reviews
    Clear Creek, IN
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 837-9546

    $16 - $25 / night

    "It's a bittersweet type of situation."

    "This is one of the largest campgrounds in all of Indiana. It includes hundreds of campsites. This includes RV hookups, standard campsites, and primitive campsites."

    2. Hardin Ridge

    25 Reviews
    Heltonville, IN
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 837-9453

    $21 - $55 / night

    "This campground is nestled on a ridge above Indiana's Lake Monroe."

    "Hardin Ridge is a fantastic place to camp, and is very close to lake Monroe. But it's also quite a ways away from any stores in case you forget anything."

    3. Blackwell Campground — Hoosier National Forest

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

    "The ground is level and all grass with less bugs than sites directly off trail. We just have a simple backpacking tent set-up and we had a great campfire."

    "Site is a wide open and well-groomed, with trails just a short walk (or ride) away.

    Toilets and covered picnic tables nearby."

    4. Taylor Ridge Campground — Brown County State Park

    31 Reviews
    Nashville, IN
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 988-6406

    $23 / night

    "We have visited Nashville Indiana several times but this is our first time camping nearby. My wife loves to visit Nashville and all the little shops they offer."

    "It was backed up to the edge of the woods which made for a lovely view. Driving through the campground it looks like there are some sites pretty close together but ours wasn’t too bad."

    5. Yellowwood State Forest

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

    $225 / night

    "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"

    "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."

    6. Buffalo Ridge Campground — Brown County State Park

    22 Reviews
    Nashville, IN
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 988-6406

    $23 / night

    "This is a beautiful State Park situated in the rolling hills of southern Indiana."

    "I make multiple visits here every year, mainly for the mountain bike trails. There are almost 30 miles of trails inside the park with new trails every year for the past 3+ years."

    7. Charles C. Deam Wilderness

    9 Reviews
    Heltonville, IN
    10 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."

    "Tent camping only although there are both hike in and drive up sites in the wilderness area. Great place to get away from it all."

    8. Peninsula Trail

    7 Reviews
    Clear Creek, IN
    9 miles
    Website

    "The Peninsula Trail and Grub Ridge trails both have marked campsites that are very far apart and totally private.  These are dispersed/primitive sites with a fire ring only. "

    "this was a wonderful scenic hike meant for the beauty of indiana"

    9. Yogi Bears at Lake Monroe

    6 Reviews
    Harrodsburg, IN
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 824-3322

    "Great location and clean camp ground."

    "I had to nearly lower my tongue to the ground to get it level.

    The splash park was fun, even for the teen kids, but the pool was tiny and shallow and disappointing."

    10. Berry Ridge Road - Dispersed Camping

    17 Reviews
    Freetown, IN
    18 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"

    "I have lived in Indiana for ever and have made many trips this way, but I never knew sites like this existed."

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Recent Reviews near Clear Creek, IN

599 Reviews of 116 Clear Creek Campgrounds


  • 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.

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Shakamak State Park Campground

    Great State Park

    Most of the spaces that had both water and electric were mostly in the sun. But all the other spaces had plenty of shade and trees around them. Our space was spot on level and nice area around each space to where you didn’t feel like you were camped on top of other people. The showers were adequate. Great hiking trails in the area. Very quiet. Although we were there on a weekday. One downside was we had Verizon as a cell phone carrier and only had one bar.

  • L
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Spring Mill State Park Campground

    Fun, sunny, clean.

    This was an amazing campground! There were amazing trails and a cave, as well as Pioneer Village which was so fascinating and well run. Our campsite wasn't far from the bathrooms and showers house which were pretty clean. We were near water as well. Our campsite was on a small hill so it was well distanced from all the other campers, which was nice and peaceful. 

         There was a sweet place where you could get ice cream down the road from Spring Mill called Dairy Bell. Spring Mill wasn't far from the town were there was a Walmart, Rural King, and several more stores. 

    Very pretty and nice campground!

  • L
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Shakamak State Park Campground

    Clean, pretty, quiet, spacey.

    We had a nice site that was evenly spaced from the other campsites by trees and was nice and close to water, the bathrooms, and the shower houses, which were very clean! The camp store was nice and the paddle boats were fun! The pool was only opened on the weekends in August which was disappointing but there was a large fishing dock and many boating opportunities. Very nice camping spot, but in August beware of the bugs!

  • Brian O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Raccoon Ridge Campground — Brown County State Park

    the non-RV loop of the three camp areas (I think)

    Our third Indiana state park. Still impressed, they have all been friendly, well maintained with good, spread out sites and good signage everywhere (even the trails). All the rest rooms are spotlessly clean.
    We were there mid-week, so very few of the 480 (!) sites were occupied, except in Buffalo Ridge, the primary RV loop. There are three loops, Buffalo ridge (RV), Raccoon Ridge which is tent sites around the outside, with electric inside the loop. Which would be suitable for RVs. Many of the tent sites are split-level, meaning the fire pit and tent area is down a hill from where you park your car. We have a mini pop-up, and had no problem parking both it and car on the pad, and, these sites have two picnic tables, upper and lower. Check the photos when you reserve!
    We drove through Taylor ridge loop, and it's your best choice for getting away from it all. 
    The camp store is stocked with the basics, but has more souvenirs than food or camp needs. That's okay, as some of their goods are better quality than many other places.
    The park has a classic old CCC lodge (though you enter through the modern addition) so if you don't want to cook, eat at the restaurant (open till 8:PM), great food, generous portions. 
    The park also features an Olympic size pool (capacity 2,000). You cannot walk there from the campground unless you are very hardy and very determined. 
    You may think of Indiana as flat farmland, but this park is VERY hilly, with many scenic overlooks. It has two man-made lakes. Unsure about boating options on the larger one. 
    Another big feature are equestrian trails and a horse campground, see someone else's review for that.
    Nearby is the town of Nashville, which is full of art and craft galleries as well as multiple fudge shops, hand-made soaps, etc... Touristy but quaint. Was surprisingly crowded when we passed through on a Friday morning.   
    We are planning to go back to take advantage of all we missed in the area. Oh, I should point out that there are many private campgrounds nearby, it's a very popular  area.

  • hThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Brown County-Nashville KOA

    KOA Brown County

    Very nice campground, full hookup up, helpful staff. Small pool with limited hours. Camp store. Very close to Brown County State Park and Nashville, IN. Lots of mature trees.

  • Ax H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Berry Ridge Road - Dispersed Camping

    Free camping

    Bunch of little spots along this road to pull into. Set up with rent and vehicle. Just trees knocking, bugs curling and frogs croaking. Did see a rattlesnake dead on the road. No toilet but good reception

  • Amber
    Jul. 22, 2025

    Heflen Park

    Heflin Park

    Very Quiet. You can float down the river. There's a kids playground. Blu Canoes right next door. Fast food not far off. The bugs are a little overwhelming. They spray tomorrow so it may be different.


Guide to Clear Creek

Camping near Clear Creek, Indiana, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor lovers. Whether you're looking for a lively atmosphere or a peaceful retreat, there are campgrounds that cater to different preferences.

What to do:

  • Boating and Fishing: Many campers enjoy the water activities available at Paynetown Campground. One reviewer noted, "This is a boating/fishing park," highlighting the fun you can have on Lake Monroe.
  • Hiking: For those who love to explore, Taylor Ridge Campground offers several trails. A visitor mentioned, "We had a blast. Rode horses, hiked, geocached, lots to do."
  • Wildlife Watching: Campers at Hardin Ridge appreciate the natural surroundings. One reviewer shared, "Screech owls and active birds made it an exciting evening."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers often rave about the cleanliness of restrooms and showers. A visitor at Starve Hollow State Rec Area said, "Clean facilities. Quite the hidden gem."
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the roomy campsites at Hardin Ridge. One camper remarked, "Beautiful spacious sites. Spread out with plenty of room between sites."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers appreciate helpful staff at various campgrounds. A reviewer at Buffalo Ridge Campground noted, "Staff are very friendly and helpful."

What you should know:

  • Busy Weekends: If you prefer a quieter experience, avoid weekends at Paynetown Campground. One camper warned, "It's VERY noisy & busy on a summer weekend."
  • Site Conditions: Some sites may not be level, especially at Taylor Ridge Campground. A visitor mentioned, "The sites on the outer areas are not very level."
  • Primitive Camping: For those seeking a more rustic experience, Yellowwood State Forest offers primitive camping. A reviewer stated, "This is a State Forest campground near Nashville, Indiana. Primitive camping. Pit toilets only."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with amenities for children. A family at Lieber State Recreation Area enjoyed, "Lots of activities for families. The beach was fun."
  • Safety First: Choose sites that are away from steep drops, especially at places like Buffalo Ridge Campground. One parent cautioned, "Be aware if you have kids that you are on a ledge."
  • Plan for Noise: If your family prefers a quieter environment, consider visiting during the week. A camper at Starve Hollow State Rec Area mentioned, "If you like a quieter experience come Monday through Wed."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to verify the size of the sites before booking. A reviewer at Taylor Ridge Campground advised, "Pay attention to your campsite for slope and camper accessibility."
  • Electric Hookups: If you need power, look for campgrounds with electric hookups like Hardin Ridge. One camper noted, "There are 4 loops with 30 & 50 amp."
  • Avoid Crowds: For a more peaceful stay, consider visiting during the off-season. A visitor at Blackwell Campground shared, "It wasn’t too busy when we were there (a Thursday)."

Camping near Clear Creek, Indiana, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Whether you want to fish, hike, or just relax, there are plenty of options to explore.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Clear Creek, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, Clear Creek, IN offers a wide range of camping options, with 116 campgrounds and RV parks near Clear Creek, IN and 10 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Clear Creek, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Clear Creek, IN is Paynetown Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 29 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Clear Creek, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 10 free dispersed camping spots near Clear Creek, IN.

What parks are near Clear Creek, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Clear Creek, IN that allow camping, notably Monroe Lake and Hoosier National Forest.