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Knobstone Trail's 58-mile path welcomes hikers with leashed dogs through the rolling hills near Floyds Knobs. This dispersed camping area allows pets throughout the trail system with multiple access points at trailheads like Jackson Trailhead, where overnight parking accommodates tent campers with dogs. Nearby established campgrounds including Deam Lake State Recreation Area and Buffalo Trace Park provide more amenities for pet owners, offering electric hookups, water access, and designated pet exercise areas. Louisville South KOA features a small dog park, while Charlestown State Park Campground maintains strict leash requirements on its hiking paths. Campers report raccoons can be problematic at some sites, requiring secure food storage to protect pets and provisions.
The forested terrain surrounding Floyds Knobs provides excellent opportunities for dogs to explore natural environments while camping. Deam Lake's beach area remains popular with families camping with dogs, though pets must stay on leash and away from designated swimming zones. Buffalo Trace Park receives consistently high ratings for its well-maintained grounds and lake access where dogs can cool off in designated areas. During summer months, early morning or evening hikes prove most comfortable for dogs on the region's trails. Several campgrounds enforce quiet hours that help manage barking, particularly at Add-More Campground where strict pet policies are enforced. The region's mix of state parks, county facilities, and private campgrounds ensures options for every camping style with pets, from primitive backcountry sites to full-hookup RV spots with dedicated pet amenities.
"We biked throughout the park and hiked 4 of the trails, 3 of which were pretty rugged and all had elevation changes for a good hiking challenge. "
"It's a fairly new park on the site that used to be the Indiana Ammunition Plant. Good-sized sites with a very helpful staff. I hiked trail 2 and found the waterfall and several other gorgeous views."
from $40 - $50 / night
Check Availability"There are horse trails, a beach, and great water for swimming/kayaking/canoeing. It is pet friendly as well. The bath house in our area was older but fairly clean."
"I used this location as my FOB for a weekend of hiking in southern Indiana. The campground was nice."
from $40 - $69 / night
Check Availability"Close to shopping and restaurants. We will stay here again when back in the Louisville area."
"If you are looking to be close to downtown Louisville, this is the campground for you. The staff was super nice and the location is very convenient for getting downtown."
from $40 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Tent sites have so many trees surrounding them. If you're looking for more privacy anything off of the loop will do just fine."
"Just a guess, but I would say around 1.5 acres. About 2/3 of this site is open, grassy field. The other 1/3 is shaded."
from $15 - $30 / night
Check Availability"The sites are well-spaced and there’s a beautiful lake where you can kayak, canoe, fish, let your dog swim, etc. Disc golf is the big activity at this park. Awesome walking path and a petting zoo."
"The lake was beautiful and the park was well maintained. Wished the beach, paddle boats, and petting zoo was open... Still had a great time. "
from $12 - $60 / night
Check Availability"The KT is rugged and has lots of elevation gains over short distances. Everywhere you hike there are lovely vistas and lots of fossils on the trail snd creek beds."
"Most people, even Hoosiers don't realize the Knobstone Trail exists. It's often referred to The Little AT by those who know about it. It's no walk in the park."
"There is also no sewer hookup at the site which I assumed was wrong, because I have never been to an Indiana state park with sewer hookup on site."
"The campground is near the trail to the old abandoned bridge which is well worth the hike. The fire tower has a commanding view."
from $26 - $496 / night
Check Availability"There was corn hole, ladder ball, pool, walking trails, access to the river, cat fish pond, small dog park, and washers & dryers."
"Full hookups, dog park, lots of places to walk, even trails. We had a great stay here and will most likely come back next time we’re near Louisville."
"there’s parking after a decrepit gravel road and suitable for camping. there are campsites along the trail just have to find them"
GuideThere was lots to do at this KOA. There was corn hole, ladder ball, pool, walking trails, access to the river, cat fish pond, small dog park, and washers & dryers. You could bring your RV, travel trailer, tent camp, or rent a cabin. I’m sure I’m forgetting something. The spots were close together. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The park was clean and well maintained.
ScoutBesides 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.
GuideOut of all places I've camped in Indiana, this is, by far, the worst. Please note that this is for the non-electric sites. Reasons for the low rating:
We were lucky enough to find a campsite (#118) very far away from the playground which was surrounded by grasses that separated the campsites surrounding you which was very nice. Again, the raccoons were horrible though.
GuideThe staff are super helpful. The site we had was for a 38’ RV. Full hookups, dog park, lots of places to walk, even trails. We had a great stay here and will most likely come back next time we’re near Louisville.
GuideThe sites are well-spaced and there’s a beautiful lake where you can kayak, canoe, fish, let your dog swim, etc. Disc golf is the big activity at this park. Awesome walking path and a petting zoo. The park is exceptionally clean. Sites on the lake view side are noisy due to traffic on the highway.
ScoutOwners are fantastic. They will get to a 5 as they continue their hard work making it an awesome place. New owners took over 4 months ago. They have many activities (was yogi bear till it was sold) put put, bowling, chess, volleyball, fishing. Dog park, Play ground was nicely done. Lake has lots of algae. Pool is brand new. It is by highway however, that did not bother us personally. I will visit again and would consider seasonal. Service id rate them a 5. Wonderful people and the place as much potential.
LegendWe received an information email the day before prior to arrival with general info and wifi password plus how to pre check in. The morning of arrival, we received another email with specific instructions to not trust GPS and follow their instructions. Our Trip Wizard and Waze GPS instructions actually brought us right to the campground (CG). Since we had pre checked in, we were instructed in the directions email to go directly to deluxe pull-through site 78, where our welcome package would be in the electrical box. The site was plenty long enough for our 40’ toy hauler and F450. Not sure why this is a deluxe site as its gravel with a picnic table and portable fire pit? The utilities were more towards the front of the pad with no issues reaching the connections. It was a nice touch to see a small cement circle pad on the sewer connection. This is a new CG, so amenities like the laundry and gift shop were not opened yet. Water pressure was good. We got 4 bars on Verizon and 3 bars 5G on T-Mobile. We used our T-Mobile Internet versus Starlink. It would not have been an issue to use satellite as there are no mature trees in the campground. They have one large(about 1/4 acre) fenced dog area. The dog park slopes down a hill and connects with a fence that goes around the property. Do not throw small balls down the hill as they can go through the fence and there’s no way to recover the ball due to no openings/gates near by to get to the back of the dog park. There’s also a smaller fenced dog area near the front of the CG. Great customer service before and during our stay.
GuideGorgeous property with such kind and friendly owners. New owners that are making improvements to the property but it is so nice already.
The lake is GORGEOUS. Sites have mature trees, variety of singing birds. Really nice stay here as we were passing through. There is a sand volleyball net, gah gah ball, dog park, playground, mini golf (not ready for summer yet), and a new pool soon (concrete poured the other day).
Campground is a few miles from interstate and right off the highway so some highway noise but still a great picturesque place.
We will definitely stay here again if we are in the area .
GuideRest stops leading up to this RV spot were under construction. This was a last minute decision. It was late and I didn’t want to drive in the dark anymore. The price is HIGH. With discounts for goodsam and loves connect it was $50/night for 30 amp. The dog park at this loves is very nice and the spaces are okay. But it’s loud all night because it’s a truck stop. I like the idea of this for loves but the price needs to reflect it. $25/night. No one is staying longer than that and it’s a better deal.
Dispersed camping opportunities near Floyds Knobs, Indiana allow outdoor enthusiasts to experience the region's rolling hills and dense forests beyond established campgrounds. Situated at elevations between 400-900 feet, this area features deciduous woodlands with oak, maple and hickory trees providing natural shade during summer months. The terrain can be challenging with steep inclines on many trails, requiring proper footwear and adequate water supplies.
Pioneer history exploration: Visit Charlestown State Park Campground for historic sites including Rose Island. "Rose Island is very cool- Haunting but sublime. The paved trail to see Rose Island is about 1/2 mile long hill that is very steep in parts," notes Greg S., who camped with his family at this Charlestown State Park Campground.
Disc golf competition: Buffalo Trace Park offers a popular course for players of all skill levels. "Disc golf is the big activity at this park. Awesome walking path and a petting zoo. The park is exceptionally clean," reports Kelsie E. who visited Buffalo Trace Park with pets.
Kayaking for beginners: The calm waters at Deam Lake State Recreation Area provide ideal conditions for novice paddlers. "Perfect lake to kayak for a beginner bc no wake zone," explains Brandy A., who stayed at Deam Lake and adds, "the restrooms are definitely the cleanest and well taken care of anywhere I've ever been."
Cabin accommodations: For those seeking alternatives to tent camping with pets near Floyds Knobs, Deam Lake offers cabins with unexpected amenities. "We stayed last night in the Cardinal Cabin. Tons of privacy and the best bathrooms I have ever seen. Not a single bug and they even had antibacterial hand soap at every sink," shares Angela F. who stayed at Deam Lake State Recreation Area Campground.
Natural seclusion: Despite proximity to urban areas, Jefferson Memorial Forest provides a wilderness experience. "Close to home and close to nature. Overall this campsite is amazing in the sense that it's in a very natural setting. The firepit is pretty huge and you can cook on it real easy," reports Joshua S. about his stay at Horine Reservation Camping at Jefferson County Memorial Forest.
Electric and water hookups: O'Bannon Woods State Park provides reliable amenities for campers. "Campground roads and campsite were well labeled, clean and electric was in working order," notes Kyle, who visited with family and adds that "Nature Center was basic but well prepared with critters and educational items."
Airport noise considerations: Several campgrounds near Floyds Knobs experience aircraft noise due to Louisville airport flight paths. "The campground rests below the route to Louisville's international airport. For a hour or two in the morning and in the afternoon huge jets fly right over the campgrounds," warns Matt about O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground.
Tick protection essential: The regional woodlands harbor significant tick populations, especially in warmer months. "The KT is rugged and has lots of elevation gains over short distances. Everywhere you hike there are lovely vistas and lots of fossils on the trail snd creek beds... Watch out for ticks. My dogs and I got loads of them in April 2020 from Leota to Spurgeon Hollow," advises Maris H. about hiking the Knobstone Trail.
Water level variations: Lake conditions at several parks fluctuate seasonally, affecting fishing and boating. "The lake was so shallow that it was hard to use my boat. The first day we camp the water did not work at our side. Although they fixed it the next morning," reports CHARLES R. about Buffalo Trace Park's conditions during his visit.
Kid-friendly hiking options: Choose trails appropriate for children's abilities and interests. "Spent 5 nights and had a wonderful time. Enjoyed trails, big lots and lots of stuff for the kids to do," shares Burns G. about Jackson Trailhead and the surrounding Knobstone Trail system.
Playground access: Select campsites near recreational facilities for easier family camping. "Our son loved the jump pillow, I gave it a try and my knee has been reminding me all day that I'm too old for that!" mentions Lea B. about the facilities at Louisville South KOA.
Water activities planning: Schedule swimming during appropriate seasons and times of day. "The beach was closed that entire time we camped," cautions CHARLES R. about Buffalo Trace Park, suggesting families should verify facility operating hours before promising water activities to children.
Site selection strategy: Request specific site numbers based on your rig size and hookup needs. "The site that we had reserved was in an area were we could not get into but we went to the gatehouse and they gave us another spot that was on the main ring road that we were able to park in with no issues," explains Curtis J. who stayed at Buffalo Trace Park.
Leveling preparation: Bring substantial leveling equipment for uneven sites. "Make sure you have plenty of leveling blocks. We used all of ours and was not level," advises Curtis J. about his experience at Buffalo Trace Park with a 37' travel trailer.
Traffic noise awareness: Consider highway proximity when selecting campsites at certain parks. "Sites on the lake view side are noisy due to traffic on the highway," notes Kelsie E. regarding Buffalo Trace Park, highlighting the trade-off between scenic views and background noise.
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