Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Crawfordsville, IN

Searching for the best camping near Crawfordsville, IN? Crawfordsville is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Crawfordsville. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Crawfordsville, Indiana (51)

    1. Shades State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Alamo, IN
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 435-2810

    $12 / night

    "Canopied by the big beautiful Indiana trees. Close to some good hiking trails."

    "Located north of turkey run state park shades offers all the hiking and scenic terrain with less amenities and less crowds. Sugar creek cuts through the ancient sandstone floor creating canyon walls."

    2. Turkey Run State Park Campground — Turkey Run State Park

    70 Reviews
    Marshall, IN
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 597-2635

    $20 - $25 / night

    "Turkey Run is my all time favorite State Park in Indiana. It has great camping with both reserved and walk up options (get there early for walk up options)."

    "Turkey Run is arguably the most popular campground (and state park) in Indiana and has its pros and cons."

    3. Crawfordsville KOA

    13 Reviews
    Crawfordsville, IN
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (765) 230-0965

    "Pet friendly; counted three cats and a dog in the office when I checked in. Was given the option of choosing my site out of the seven available for my reservation."

    "Really cute little park with lots of shade and convenient access to Crawfordsville. We were here for a quick stopover, but made friends with several locals spending time here."

    4. Sugar Creek Campground and Canoe Rental LLC

    9 Reviews
    Crawfordsville, IN
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (765) 362-5528

    $30 - $45 / night

    "There are few trails looping around for the walks. Most of tent sites got shade. Rv sites all seem to be level, although kind of close together. Nice and clean bathrooms and shower facility."

    "The campsite it very spacious and there’s a decent amount of distance between each site. Sites by the river are especially nice."

    5. Sugar Creek Campground

    7 Reviews
    Crawfordsville, IN
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (765) 362-5528

    "It's a nice place to walk around, though we were wandering past empty tent spots so in the busy season it might be less free-form on where you can roam."

    "Very clean and well kept, smaller but with direct access to an awesome creek. Kids played in the creek all day long. Cheap and plentiful firewood. Really friendly and family owned"

    6. Lake Waveland Park

    8 Reviews
    Waveland, IN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 435-2073

    $25 - $40 / night

    "Nice clean park in west-central Indiana that has a lake and a large number of camping sites along with restrooms and showers."

    "The campground is located within close proximity of both Turkey Run and Shades State Park."

    7. Charlarose Campground

    3 Reviews
    Alamo, IN
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 234-7286

    8. Old Mill Run Park

    4 Reviews
    Frankfort, IN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 436-7190

    9. Rockville Lake County Park

    11 Reviews
    Rockville, IN
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 569-6541

    $25 / night

    "Only sites are next to us. Woods behind and open grass and field in front of this site. Disc golf course is awesome, in the woods, up and down ravine. 18 holes plus practice basket."

    "That spot has a trail behind it to go down to a little dock which seems like many other people may use the trail, so probably won't use that site when it gets busy."

    10. Prophetstown State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    Battle Ground, IN
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 567-4919

    "Well kept and clean area in the plains of Indiana. Great amnesties for the area such as a new, large public pool and a few hiking and biking trails."

    "Not too far out of the way, this is Indiana's newest state park, if I'm not mistaken, and it shows. The lower loop is all full hookups with 50, 30, and 20 amp service and respectably woody."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Crawfordsville, IN

392 Reviews of 51 Crawfordsville Campgrounds



Guide to Crawfordsville

Crawfordsville, Indiana, offers a variety of pet-friendly camping options for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors with their furry companions.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Crawfordsville

Dog owners appreciate spacious sites and amenities

  • Lake Waveland Park offers spacious sites with plenty of green space, perfect for letting your dog roam while you set up camp.
  • At Peaceful Waters Campground, the well-maintained grounds and friendly staff create a welcoming environment for both you and your pet.
  • Sugar Creek Campground features sites that are close to the creek, allowing for fun splashes and playtime in the water for your dog.

Tips for camping with dogs near Crawfordsville

  • Always keep your dog on a leash at Shades State Park Campground to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your dog, especially when hiking the trails at Turkey Run Canoe & Camping, where access to water may be limited.
  • Make sure to clean up after your pet to maintain the cleanliness of the campgrounds, as noted by visitors at Old Mill Run Park, where respect for the environment is emphasized.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Crawfordsville, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Crawfordsville, IN is Shades State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 27 reviews.

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