Best Campgrounds near Cutler, IN

The rural landscape surrounding Cutler, Indiana features a mix of state parks, county-managed recreation areas, and private campgrounds within a 30-mile radius. Prophetstown State Park Campground near West Lafayette offers year-round camping with both full hookup and electric-only sites, while France Park in Logansport provides a unique camping experience near a former limestone quarry with waterfall views. Camping options range from primitive tent sites at French Post Park to glamping accommodations at Big Fish-n-Camp Ground and Wolfs Leisure Time Campground along the Wabash River. Most facilities maintain clean, well-maintained grounds with basic amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and access to drinking water.

Seasonal considerations significantly impact camping experiences in this region of north-central Indiana. Most campgrounds operate from April through October, with limited winter availability except at Prophetstown State Park. Summer humidity can be challenging, as one camper noted: "I would go early or late in the season to avoid Indiana's humid muggy summer heat." Spring visits offer wildflower viewing but may bring muddy conditions after rainfall. Cell service varies considerably between locations, with several reviewers mentioning poor connectivity in more remote areas. Many campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly for weekend stays during summer months when family-friendly sites near water features fill quickly.

Water access represents a significant draw for campers in the region. France Park receives high marks for its fishing lake and quarry views, with one visitor describing it as "beyond stunning and never what I expected to see in an Indiana park." Sites along Sugar Creek are particularly sought after, offering opportunities for wildlife viewing and water recreation. Campers frequently mention the spaciousness of sites at state parks compared to more densely arranged private campgrounds. Noise levels vary significantly, with weekday stays generally offering more solitude than weekends. Several reviewers note the importance of site selection, recommending locations away from bathhouses and dumpsters for more privacy and quiet camping experiences.

Best Camping Sites Near Cutler, Indiana (62)

    1. Prophetstown State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Battle Ground, IN
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 567-4919

    $23 - $32 / night

    "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."

    2. Heritage Farm Alpaca Experience

    8 Reviews
    Cutler, IN
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 860-9872

    $35 - $235 / night

    "Around the barn is a private fire pit, and Tim provided firewood upon request. Private toilets are a few steps away which are very clean. "

    "There were two toilet outhouses nearby that we could use. And it was nice waking up to the alpacas. Unfortunately the owners weren’t able to do the pizza or farm fresh eggs for our visit."

    3. Wabash & Erie Canal Park

    5 Reviews
    Delphi, IN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 564-2870

    $30 - $45 / night

    "When we came down the road to the CG we were unsure of the CG location, but it is located right behind the interpretive/conference center building."

    "With miles of bike trails it is easy to see everything without having to drive. With only a handful of sites but far enough off the beaten path it's not crowded."

    4. Wolfs Leisure Time Campground

    7 Reviews
    Buck Creek, IN
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 589-8089

    "Pretty spots by the river but best for adults only trips as there is a step ledge. Lots of other areas too away from the Wabash and they have a campsore and game room to that the kids to."

    "Right next to the river for fishing. They have a little arcade hall, have bingo, a swimming pool, basketball court."

    5. Bachelor Runn Campground

    2 Reviews
    Cutler, IN
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 413-9000

    $20 - $70 / night

    "Driving range. Always something to do. The best thing to do here in my opinion is relax in the shade with and good book while the kids play at the park."

    6. France Park

    14 Reviews
    Logansport, IN
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (574) 753-2928

    $18 - $45 / night

    "We had no idea it was so close to us too. We packed up the dogs and headed to France Park for a full day of exploring, followed by staying at a primitive campsite."

    "Our campsite was an odd size and a tight drive to back into (but it was a busy weekend). We were excited for the waterfall but it was closed off."

    7. Big Fish-n-Camp Ground

    5 Reviews
    Lafayette, IN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 296-2346

    "It was tucked all the way at the back of the second pond and surrounded by trees and a cornfield. We scored the most private area for sure."

    "This location doesn’t have “sites” unless you’re using a camper/RV."

    8. Deer Creek Co Park

    1 Review
    Logansport, IN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (574) 652-3114

    9. Indiana Beach Campground

    12 Reviews
    Monticello, IN
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (574) 583-4141

    "Close to Indiana Beach amusement park. No major highways nearby, so the drive was kind of....strange. At one point we were on a gravel road."

    "We used to go camping here every summer when I was a kid so it brought back a little nostalgia we stayed an E567 I would stay away from these they are very muddy kind of tight to turn a 30 foot camper"

    10. French Post Park

    1 Review
    Yeoman, IN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (574) 652-3114
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Recent Reviews near Cutler, IN

297 Reviews of 62 Cutler Campgrounds


  • 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

  • Cynthia K.
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Shades State Park Campground

    Primitive camping

      This is a primitive state park near Turkey Run State Park In Midwestern Indiana. First named The Shades Of Death State Park.

     The gatehouse is your only source of information. There's no nature center or visitor center. Get a park map! They do charge admission.

    This is a hikers park & it has some of the most rugged trails in Indiana. The Pine Hills Nature Preserve is maintained by the park. There's a parking area available to hike to the trailhead inside Shades. The Devils Backbone is a popular trail, but definitely on the rugged side. If you take small children(I wouldn't!) watch them carefully. 

    Trail 1 is.75M, but considered rugged. It has a lot of scenic views & a unique waterfall. Trails 4 & 5 have ladders. 

    Deers Mill Covered Bridge is on the property & there's a canoe launch. This is not a drive through bridge. The picnic area is a drive thru loop & is very nice. There's also a couple of shelters. The pond looked pretty scummy & my husband wouldn't fish in it.

     The campground is primitive camping- nonelectric. Water is available. There is a dump station. There is trail access if you don't want to drive. There's one modern showerhouse & several pit toilets. Choose your site carefully! Whitetail Loop has the showers & toilets. We did a drive thru & most all the sites looked very nice. There were mostly tents with a few popups. This wouldn't be a campground I would choose if I had a big rig.

  • Kathy L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Prophetstown State Park Campground

    Great campground

    Great campground. Really nice campground - clean, sites with some shade (especially the section with full hookups). Lots of families enjoying camping, kids relishing the freedom of riding bikes and skateboards (unfortunately too few with helmets including one with a major black eye). Nice walking trails right off of campground. Aquatic center in park. We would return - except that crossing the country on highway 70 is brutal

  • L
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Shades State Park Campground

    It was very clean, nicely spaced, and shaded.

    Very nice campground! It was close by Turkey Run State Park, which had amazing trails, that are pictured below. (We definitely recommend Trail 3!) The campground itself was very nice and clean, as well as shaded and pretty. We were camping in August, so it wasn't very busy and we got peace. There were many fun things to do in Turkey Run, although the pool was closed in August. There was also a fun little ice cream place and store in downtown Marshall! 

      Great place overall!

  • T
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Sugar Creek Campground and Canoe Rental LLC

    Horrible experience

    To much money rv/campsites way way to small they charge for EVERYTHING INCLUDING GUEST TO SEE IF THEY WANT TO CAMP , u can only have 4 people then its 10$ per each for a weekend ridiculous

  • T
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Sugar Creek Campground and Canoe Rental LLC

    Ripped off for sure read your itinerary is what she told me 4 times instead of trying to make it right !!!!

    Experience was good , except do not get sites 33, 34 or 35 we had maybe 5ft between us and the camper beside us , no way and the electricity hookup is right there so putting out awning was so very dangerous!!!! Bc the water dripped straight onto the electric hookup and who knows if someone may have a cut or anything wrong with there cord electric shock for sure !!!! Visitors JUST TO VISIT TO SEE IF THEY WANT TO CAMP THERE 5$ each Could not cook out or anything bc there’s no room in between your camper and your neighbor’s camper They tell u to look at the four day itinerary, but we’ve always just called or got on the website and booked our site, but it is pretty ridiculous for a camper to hold six or eight and you can only have four people and then on top of that an arm and a leg just for a float to float downstream which the gal young gal told me it was 2 miles 2 to 4 hour trip and it took us an hour so basically got ripped off pretty good this weekend so make sure to read your email b4 going here ! Thank goodness we had family bc we had absolutely no room for anything Bugs horrible And they tell you to have dogs on leash , no one had their dogs on leash except us . A blue healer tried to bite one of us ! It was pouring down and the guy on golf cart while we’re trying to hurry in the rain was so worried about our card he couldn’t wait till we was leaving to turn it in . They give u a code so why not put it in your phone bc if u lose there card they charge u 40$ Seems like more of a money thing to us . We enjoy camping but my gosh break the bank here for sure no gravel on sites hardly mainly dirt and sand so come prepared to sweep your caper or rv every hour . Very very tiny sites and unacceptable for us and anyone wanting to enjoy outside of your camper with your awning

  • Emilee B.
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Broadview Lake and Campground

    Home away from home!

    This campground has a personality of its own. Majority of the lots are permanent Indiana residents but the option for an impromptu night of camping here is always open. The staff have been here years and you can tell genuinely care about this place. They make sure to know you, which makes me feel safe cuz they know who’s here whether tenant or guest. Neighbors are great. You have the occasion person that likes to hear themselves but that’s everywhere. If u want to make friends you can and if you want to stay to yourself you can. The pool was just put in a year ago and is a relaxing place to go. Also what I thought was different was that no matter what is going on here , everyone settles down around 10 to 11 pm and by midnight you hear the crickets and owls. Everyone is so respectful of quiet time here no matter the festivity. There is a pond you can fish as well. If you wanna stick around a while this is the campground for you.

  • Sarah and Philip H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Tippecanoe River Run

    Tippecanoe River Run

    Don’t think I’ve ever stayed anywhere so peaceful. Birds chirping, right on a nature spring, everyone is respectful but laid back,. Full hook ups and amazing stay.

  • J
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Mississinewa Lake Campground

    Great for families

    This is a popular spot for locals and I was lucky to get the last electric site with less than a days notice. Every other site seemed to have a large gathering of family or friends. The restrooms/ showers are quite dated and sparse. I only have one bar with Verizon.


Guide to Cutler

Camping near Cutler, Indiana centers on agriculture-rich terrain with elevations between 700-800 feet above sea level. Summer nights typically cool to the high 60s, even when daytime temperatures reach the 90s. The area's limestone bedrock creates unique landscape features including quarries and small waterfalls at several campsites near Cutler, making it distinctly different from other Indiana camping regions.

What to do

**Fishing opportunities: Ponds at Big Fish-n-Camp Ground are stocked for catch-and-release fishing, accessible via day passes. "We love coming here when we want to camp, fish and getaway from home without driving far," notes one visitor who frequents their primitive sites.

**Exploring historic canal systems: The historic Wabash & Erie Canal Park features restored 1800s buildings and educational displays. "We booked a primitive site, on a Friday night. We arrived and were the only ones in the primitive area, which for us was awesome. We got set up and was able to go for a walk and check out the trails, buildings, and the village," reports a recent camper.

Mountain biking at Bachelor Runn: This newer campground built on a former golf course offers multiple recreational activities on-site. "Disc golf. Hiking. Biking. Tent camping. Fishing. Lounging. Driving range. Always something to do," says one regular visitor to Bachelor Runn Campground.

Quarry swimming at France Park: The former limestone quarry provides crystal-clear water for swimming during summer months. "The quarry, wow! It was beyond stunning and never what I expected to see in an Indiana park. We had an amazing hike, checking out the quarry," writes a visitor who stayed at the park's primitive campsite.

What campers like

Spacious, private campsites: Many campers appreciate finding secluded spots away from crowds. "We scored the most private area for sure. It was tucked all the way at the back of the second pond and surrounded by trees and a cornfield," notes a Big Fish-n-Camp Ground visitor about their tent site.

Unique camping accommodations: From tree tents to historic cabins, the region offers non-traditional options. "To call this a log cabin is a disservice; yes, it is made from logs (and is 170 years old) but I was expecting a tiny one-room cabin; instead it is a two-story cozy home that can sleep up to six people," describes a guest at Heritage Farm Alpaca Experience.

Waterfall views: Natural limestone formations create scenic camping backdrops. "Took the wife on a day trip just to scope out the area. What we found is a little piece of unexpected paradise! I took a 5 mile hike and she spent the day on the beach and swimming in the crystal clear lake," writes a France Park visitor.

Prairie landscapes: Unlike heavily forested campgrounds, some sites offer open prairie views. "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," notes a visitor to Prophetstown State Park.

What you should know

Site selection matters for noise levels: Campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. "While it felt more peaceful back there, you can still easily here people across the lake and their poor choice in music," mentions a camper who stayed at the back section of Big Fish-n-Camp Ground.

Internet connectivity varies: Cell service and Wi-Fi availability differs greatly between sites. "We had a very poor wifi signal. My husband had a hot spot from work and that was helpful. We were unable to get many channels on our tv with our antenna," reports a visitor to Indiana Beach Campground.

Seasonal operating schedules: Most smaller campgrounds close from October through April. "This state park has it all. Sites are amazing! In the 100's they are full hookup, yes that's right sewer hookups in a state park!" notes a camper about Prophetstown State Park Campground, one of the few year-round options.

Reservation requirements: Many campgrounds require advance booking, especially for weekend stays during peak season. "The sites book up super fast on weekends and you have to book months out," cautions a tent camper at Prophetstown State Park.

Tips for camping with families

Choose campgrounds with recreational facilities: Playgrounds, pools, and kid-friendly trails make family trips easier. "Great campground. Really nice campground - clean, sites with some shade (especially the section with full hookups). Lots of families enjoying camping, kids relishing the freedom of riding bikes and skateboards," shares a visitor to Prophetstown State Park.

Seek out educational opportunities: Several campgrounds offer historical or agricultural learning experiences. "Tim and Beth were very welcoming, as was Juno, their dog. We enjoyed helping to feed the Alpacas– they have over 50. The rooster crowed gustily at dawn (but dawn was after 7 am and we were already awake)," writes a guest about their stay at Heritage Farm Alpaca Experience.

Look for campgrounds with water features: Lakes and swimming areas provide natural entertainment for children. "The best thing to do here in my opinion is relax in the shade with a good book while the kids play at the park," recommends a regular visitor to Bachelor Runn Campground.

Tips from RVers

Reserve full-hookup sites early: Limited availability of sewer connections means planning ahead. "We camped in a pull-through full hookup site that was very level. There is a 5-mile paved bike trail that runs through the park. The trail winds through a prairie to where the Wabash and Tippecanoe Rivers meet. Very pretty ride," shares an RVer who stayed at Wabash & Erie Canal Park.

Prepare for variable site surfaces: Some campgrounds have unique surface materials that can affect leveling. "Sites have chip gravel, clean sites, clean comfort stations. This is NOT a woodsy campground with waterfalls. Some sites are full hookup," explains a camper at Prophetstown State Park.

Check bathhouse conditions: Quality varies significantly between parks. "Very nice shower house. Great swimming pool, paved bike & walking trails. Nice wooded trails and shelters for group events," notes a repeat visitor to Prophetstown State Park Campground.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Cutler, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cutler, IN is Prophetstown State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 27 reviews.