Best Tent Camping near English, IN

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Best Tent Sites Near English, IN (18)

    Camper-submitted photo from Happy Hollow Homestead
    Camper-submitted photo from Happy Hollow Homestead
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    Camper-submitted photo from Happy Hollow Homestead

    1. Happy Hollow Homestead

    5 Reviews
    49 Photos
    179 Saves
    English, Indiana

    Listed on Rachael Ray Magazine's "8 of America's Coolest Campgrounds" This listing is for tent, car, or small RV camping- We currently do not rent the tree house since it is my home. I may rent it out in the future and I will have a cabin available later in the year We are on a solar powered, off the grid 60 acre homestead that has 54 acres of wooded land and 6 acres of groomed land. Come explore our land and relax in the"Tree Web", see the 2 story tree house that I live in, have fun on the tire swing, or just sit and enjoy all that nature has to offer. You can explore our interesting topography that has close to 100 foot of elevation changes, our(mostly) dry creek system that starts with 2 springs that drain into 3 sinkholes or walk 3 miles of trails (if you follow each trail from end to end). Camping can be in the Black Walnut Grove, in an open field or a shady grove. We like to interact with people or you can keep to yourself and have a quiet getaway in the woods. We love groups- Host your event here or have a group gathering with all your friends and family. We have spaces large enough to host hundreds of people. \- 3.5 miles to Marengo Cave \- 7 miles to the Blue River(canoes, rafting and swimming) \- 30 minutes to Pataka Lake- 37 miles west of Louisville \- 13 miles north of Interstate 64

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Cabins
    • Picnic Table

    $40 - $65 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Deam Lake State Rec Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Deam Lake State Rec Area
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    2. Deam Lake State Rec Area

    18 Reviews
    29 Photos
    69 Saves
    Borden, Indiana
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Mitchell Creek Road Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Mitchell Creek Road Dispersed
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    4. Old Mill Tent And Hammock Camping

    3 Reviews
    3 Photos
    20 Saves
    English, Indiana
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $20 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest

    5. Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest

    17 Reviews
    92 Photos
    109 Saves
    Fairdale, Kentucky

    Jefferson Memorial Forest features a campground for tent camping and can accommodate both families and groups. Although the Forest is only minutes from Metro Louisville, camping here seems like a much more remote camping experience. Located within the Horine Reservation, the campground is in the uplands of the Forest and has good separation between individual campsites. Seven family campsites and four group campsites are available. Latrines and water are near to all the sites.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $15 - $30 / night

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      6. Newton-Stewart

      1 Review
      8 Saves
      Birdseye, Indiana

      This recreation area is part of Patoka Lake

      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Tent Cabin
      • Glamping
      • Trash
      • Drinking Water
      Camper-submitted photo from Springs Valley Rec Area

      7. Springs Valley Rec Area

      1 Review
      1 Photo
      9 Saves
      French Lick, Indiana

      Due to safety concerns from recent flooding, the Hoosier National Forest’s Springs Valley Campground in Orange County is closed effective 05/11/2017. The vault restroom facilities and boat ramp at Springs Valley Recreation Area will remain open for public use. The 141-acre lake, once known as Tucker Lake, surrounded by scenic hardwood forests features primitive camping with vault toilets. No drinking water is available. A boat ramp and picnic facilities are also available. No fees are charged. Visitors to this area should be aware of a vandalism problem in this area and people are asked to report any suspicious activity or damage. For a downloadable flier with information and a map of this area click here.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Picnic Table
      • Toilets
      Camper-submitted photo from Gobbler's Run Campground — Lincoln State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Gobbler's Run Campground — Lincoln State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Gobbler's Run Campground — Lincoln State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Gobbler's Run Campground — Lincoln State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Gobbler's Run Campground — Lincoln State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Gobbler's Run Campground — Lincoln State Park
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      Camper-submitted photo from Charles C. Deam Wilderness
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      9. Charles C. Deam Wilderness

      9 Reviews
      33 Photos
      125 Saves
      Heltonville, Indiana

      The Charles C. Deam Wilderness offers 36 miles of trails for hiking, backpacking, and horse riding through scenic hardwood forest and varied terrain with views of nearby Monroe Lake. The area was designated a wilderness in 1982 and encompasses nearly 12,953 acres of the Hoosier National Forest. Wilderness designation places this area in a special legal status (subject to the 1964 Wilderness Act). It is managed to preserve a natural condition and provide opportunities for solitude. Since its designation as a wilderness, visitor use in the area increased to a point that significant damage was occurring. Special restrictions are in place to protect the wilderness character. Visitors to this special place are asked to follow these restrictions to lessen your impact and share responsibility in preserving this unique natural resource.

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      • Phone Service
      • Tents
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      • Equestrian
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      Recent Tent Reviews in English

      586 Reviews of 18 English Campgrounds


      • Kelsey R.
        Camper-submitted photo from O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground
        Nov. 3, 2024

        O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground

        Shaded and secluded

        Obannon Overall, this is a nice state park to camp in. Staff was very friendly. They have ice and wood. My kids enjoyed the nature center, pioneer village, and one of the easy trails.

        We stayed in 220. It was nice to be right by the playground and bathrooms (which is what we wanted). Some spots near the back would be nice and secluded like the 180s and 190s and they’re still not too far from the bathrooms and playground. The better playground is in loop A.

        I will say, I didn’t see any staff members cleaning up trash, getting campsites ready, or anything the 2 days we were there. Even though we went in November, it was a nice weekend and wasn’t dead, so I was surprised I didn’t see anyone cleaning. Wasn’t the cleanest state campground we’ve been at in Indiana. Certainly wasn’t awful though either.

        My biggest gripe was they were hosting a huge cycling group. Like the whole loop A. We were all the way back in C. They held a concert that went on from like 8-11 pm. Being in a pop up, it was so loud and never ending. Made it difficult for my kids to sleep. If they’re going to hold (or allow) events like these, it should be posted on their website. Even with our sound machine, we still couldn’t block it out. I realize quiet hours aren’t until 11, but to me there’s a difference.

        There is also hardly any signage and spots are difficult to find. No arrows about which way to go, signs saying which loop you’re in, and spots are only marked on the electrical boxes.

        Overall, may stay again and try out the pool since we’re not too far from home, but I wouldn’t go out of my way to stay here.

      • Betsy W.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Blackwell Campground — Hoosier National Forest
        Nov. 1, 2024

        Blackwell Campground — Hoosier National Forest

        Large, open, and very clean

        Open areas with pit toilets and water available. Shade and sunny locations. Pick a spot and set up with hammock-large rvs spots. No fee, no reservations, no problems. Officers from federal, state, and local patrol. Cell service by various providers is 1-2 bars. Highly recommend.

      • Kelsey R.
        Camper-submitted photo from Deam Lake State Rec Area
        Oct. 29, 2024

        Deam Lake State Rec Area

        Nice

        This is a nice campground. We went on a weekend in July and it was as pretty busy, as to be expected. Because of that, we didn’t visit the beach area, however my in laws did and they said it was nice. They swam and kayaked. Staff is friendly. Facilities are pretty clean, nothing to write home about. Didn’t use the showers. My sons enjoyed the nature center. This is the closest state park to us, so I’m sure we will be back. Be sure to stop in town for ice cream.

      • Noah Y.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Charles C. Deam Wilderness
        Oct. 18, 2024

        Charles C. Deam Wilderness

        Great for casual/experienced camping and hiking

        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. We even discovered a few extra hidden sites just by being forced off trails due to the damage.

        Every dispersed camper should add the hikes to the lake to their checklist.

      • Cynthia K.
        Camper-submitted photo from Lake Lincoln Campground — Lincoln State Park
        Sep. 26, 2024

        Lake Lincoln Campground — Lincoln State Park

        Very nice!

         Lincoln State Park in Southern Indiana. About as far South as you can go! (In Indiana!). We did a weekend visit.

          150 electric sites. There's 30 & 50 Amp sites with water at each site!

        6 handicap sites. There are NO pull through sites. 

         The best sites are by Lake Lincoln- 40 & 41. 39 is ok, but all 3 of these sites are in the sun most of the day. Also, 40 & 41 are not ON the lake. Trail 1 & a wide grassy area are before the water. The only advantage IMO is an unobstructed view of the water & a short walk to the lake. 

        The sites seemed short, but people were able to park very large rigs in them. Check the site dimensions before booking or call the office to make sure you'll fit. 

          There's a large primitive campground. They have a modern bath house with showers. Some cabins.

          There's 2 bath houses in the electric side with flush toilets & showers. Very clean for a state park! 

          A double dump station. 

        6 trails from easy to moderate. The longest is 3.7 miles. 

          Boating & fishing are popular, but electric motor only. There's boat rental. 

          There's a beach, but closed after Labor Day. The camp store is in the pavilion by the beach & has limited hours after Labor Day. 

          There's a small nature center. 

         Lots of history in the park & in the area. Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial is directly across the road from the state park

         . Santa Claus Indiana& Holiday World are nearby.

      • Nick T.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Lynnville Park
        Sep. 21, 2024

        Lynnville Park

        Great little municipal park

        Registration was easy on the town website. My camping spot was right on the lake and it was beautiful. I would definitely camp here again. There was some road noise, but that's to be expected due to being close to a highway and it wasn't too much for me. I slept just fine.

      • Ron J.
        Camper-submitted photo from Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph
        Jul. 26, 2024

        Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph

        Horrible

        Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph View all Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph 4.2(1.2K) OVERVIEW PRICES REVIEWS PHOTOS BY OWNER ABOUT Google review summary 5 4 3 2 1 4.2(1,185) Reviews All cabin184 golf cart167 water slides45 mattress41+6 Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest ron james 11 reviews Vacation| Family I have shared with the management at sun outdoors and they have ignored my message. Unit cabin 518 was ant infested and dirty. But the dangerous impact on our health was BLACK MOLD. We all experienced breathing, headaches and other issues… More Stephanie S Local Guide·167 reviews·4193 photos a week ago NEW Our first trip here. We absolutely loved it. All of the staff is very friendly. The park is very clean and we looked out with good neighbors. Golf carts are available to rent and they have golf cart light parades a few… More Video 1 in review by Stephanie S Photo 2 in review by Stephanie S Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph(Owner) a week ago Stephanie, thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities our park has to offer. We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic visit! Ryan Levasseur Local Guide·19 reviews·12 photos 4 days ago NEW It's so rare to find a place that you wish you would have booked one more night.… More Photo 1 in review by Ryan Levasseur Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph(Owner) 3 days ago Hi Ryan, thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a great time during your mini vacation at our campground. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed the nostalgia, amenities, and activities we offer. We hope to welcome you back soon! Shelbey Sledge 1 review a month ago We stayed from Friday-Monday and 10/10 recommend. We stayed in a tent camp site. Having electric and water was nice. The bathrooms near 119K were personal bathrooms with a shower, toilet, and sink. So much better than a community bathroom.… More Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph(Owner) a month ago Shelbey, thank you for sharing such a detailed review of your experience at our campsite! We are thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time and enjoyed the amenities provided. Your feedback about the lack of hanging space is duly noted, and we will look into improving that aspect. ron james 11 reviews Vacation| Family I have shared with the management at sun outdoors and they have ignored my message. Unit cabin 518 was ant infested and dirty. But the dangerous impact on our health was BLACK MOLD. We all experienced breathing, headaches and other issues but they will not respond I am now on the March for safety and action. I will post on every social media method possible. I asked for their legal contact but they have chosen to ignore. I was handed a spray can for ants and spiders with the message this has a bad smell. Other posts will give more gruesome details Rooms: 1/5| Service: 1/5| Location: 3/5

      • D
        Camper-submitted photo from Louisville South KOA
        Jul. 22, 2024

        Louisville South KOA

        Clean and fun. Nice location.

        My family visited Louisville South at the beginning of June for an extended family trip.

        Pros- Lots of activities for kids. Nice pool, great playground, bounce pad. Bike rental. Decent (not spectacular) hiking trails. The RV sites with patio were very nice, but could be bigger.

        Cons- some (not all) of the staff. One lady in particular was always rude, and didn’t like answering questions. There was a security light for the bounce pad that was on all night long, and thoroughly illuminated the adjacent tent sites. My brother’s family of 6 did not sleep well. This is something that is easily corrected by installing a shade over one edge of the light, but the staff didn’t seem to care.

      • FThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Jackson Washington State Forest
        Jul. 21, 2024

        Jackson Washington State Forest

        Great primitive campground

        Spacious sites. Beautiful forest. Quiet, but only 5 minutes small town with gas stations, grocery, etc. Not many amenities. Only pit toilets and water spigots. Firewood was not available during our visit. No reservations. First come first serve, but even on a "busy" Saturday in July less than 1/3 of the sites were full. Two "loops" one in a pine forest below the small lake and one at the lake/up the hill. Multiple playgrounds. Great trails to hike. Cool CCC construction. Highly recommend.

      • JASON L.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Sycamore Springs Park
        Jul. 15, 2024

        Sycamore Springs Park

        Great camping with enjoyable amenities

        This is a great family campground with excellent amenities, clean sites and grounds, beautiful surroundings, multiple cabins, pavilions, and a welcoming host office. We would love to visit and stay again. Do not let the short rural entry drive deter you. Yes it's hilly and curvy but take it slow and careful I promise it's worth it. Free firewood is just a bonus. Get a shady spot and enjoy the stay.

      • K
        Camper-submitted photo from Sycamore Springs Park
        Jul. 15, 2024

        Sycamore Springs Park

        Child’s paradise !

        We went up in June 2024. There are several spots that are in the shade, but some of them are permanent campers. There is a fishing lake and a small river to fish in or wade and swim in. There is a miniature village for the kids along with 20 playgrounds in the campground. Golf carts are available to rent, and I feel are a necessity to get around this large park. There are also large fields to play in. Didn’t use the bath house. The general store has ice and a few souvenirs. There is cell service (AT&T and Verizon) There is also free wood. They have really cool spiral steps that lead up to a walk bridge. They also have a donkey and goats to pet. Altogether a really nice and clean park. Will definitely go again.

      • Nathan G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground
        Jul. 13, 2024

        O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground

        Decent campground, best on weekdays

        Had the typical state park experience. Bathrooms are decent, a little dated but oh well. The weekends in the middle middle of the season are typically busy. Plan your site well, many lack a level spot for tents and have a lot of slope near the pull off.

      • Josie W.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Blackwell Campground — Hoosier National Forest
        Jul. 12, 2024

        Blackwell Campground — Hoosier National Forest

        Spacious Camping

        We really liked the set up of this campsite. The fire rings were spread apart amidst a green hill. There was some shade available around the edges. Plenty of room to spread out from your neighbors; it wasn’t too busy when we were there (a Thursday). Camp accesses two trailheads directly. There were two bathrooms, a place for garbage, and potable water. Screech owls and active birds made it an exciting evening.

      • joseph B.
        Camper-submitted photo from COE Rough River Lake Axtel Campground
        Jul. 10, 2024

        COE Rough River Lake Axtel Campground

        Depends on the spot

        Overall this campground is peaceful, but very crowded with a lot of spots in one area.  I was lucky enough to book a double spot that had some space between the other campsites with a good view of the lake.  Great amenities.

      • Billy B.
        Camper-submitted photo from Sycamore Springs Park
        Jul. 7, 2024

        Sycamore Springs Park

        Bad campground

        The bathrooms are dirty, showers are full of hair, the toilets are dirty, staff can be rude, not a lot to do besides walk/drive around, not a very fun park if u was to bring ur kids to it, there’s not much to see. I wouldn’t waste ur take time comming here and instead go to a better park that’s much better

      • LThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Tipsaw Lake
        Jul. 7, 2024

        Tipsaw Lake

        Great Camp Spot for Families

        Besides picking the only weekend where the camp had plumbing issues… my 4 year old daughter and I loved this place. This was my first time camping in Indiana and it did not let me down! The rangers were very nice and was pleased to answer any of my questions, the lake and bathrooms were clean and the place was nice and quiet. I’ll be back again.

      • Cynthia K.
        Camper-submitted photo from Hardin Ridge
        Jun. 25, 2024

        Hardin Ridge

        National Forest

         We did a drive through to check out the campground. It was $8 for day use, self pay.

        This is a beautiful campground. There's 4 loops with 30 & 50 amp. 2 loops with no electric.

         Well spaced all tucked into the trees on a ridge. Also some carry in sites.

         If we tented camped still I'd be in heaven! 

        You can reserve sites, or some are first come first served.

        Shower/restroom with pit toilets scattered around. 

        3 trails. A beach, picnic areas& a boat launch. 

        This seems less popular than Paynetown, but a lot quieter!!

      • Angela J.
        Camper-submitted photo from Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph
        Jun. 20, 2024

        Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph

        Poor management oversite

         I have tried to contact corporate and been ignored.. We  stayed at the Rudolph campsite in Santa Claus Indiana like I stated before we would like a refund for one night and one night of the golf cart as we wound up leaving.  the toilet seat was cracked, which pinched me and one of my Children left marks, there were also mouse droppings in the drawer where the silverware was and stains on the sheets. I have pictures of all this and since nobody has contacting us, I will give it until Monday morning and then I will have my attorney contact them with all the pictures since they don’t want to do anything about this and then I will also be posting with the Better Business Bureau and attaching all the pictures.

      • EThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Youngs Creek Horse Camp
        Jun. 3, 2024

        Youngs Creek Horse Camp

        Beautiful

        The chorus frog do roar through the night. 100% worth it, make sure to bring bug spray, and travel carefully up the roads. Lots of wildlife, and kind people.



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