Cabin rentals near Fortville, Indiana offer year-round accommodation options within a semi-rural setting at approximately 850 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F, while winter stays often require additional heating with overnight temperatures dropping below freezing. The region's relatively flat terrain makes cabin sites accessible for most vehicles without specialized equipment.
What to do
Lake activities: 20-minute drive from Fortville at Mystic Waters Campground where campers can enjoy swimming and floating. "Lake at the campground is great to float around in on a hot summer day," notes one visitor who stayed during concert season.
Fishing opportunities: Year-round access at multiple waterfront locations. "Our son fished and we watched random people float down river. It was perfect for overnight stay passing through," mentions a camper who stayed at Hidden Paradise Campground.
Disc golf course: No equipment rental needed at select locations. A camper at Cornerstone Campground states, "Totally delightful, some full timers and part timers, many parks and benches to sit on, nice disk golf course."
Live music events: Summer weekends at several campgrounds. One visitor at Spring Valley Camp Grounds reports, "Really friendly staff. Love when they put concerts on. Love the swimming pool."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Regularly maintained at most locations. A visitor at Cornerstone Campground observed, "The campsite is immaculate and well appointed. There is a pretty pond, pool, and many activities for kids."
Transportation to events: Shuttle services available at select locations during concert season. One camper at Mystic Waters Campground appreciated that "We enjoyed the bus ride both days to see Dave Matthews Band."
Riverside sites: Limited availability requiring advance booking. "We take our own rafts and kayaks, although both are available for rent/purchase at the camp store. Our boys & friends spend most of their time in the river," explains a regular visitor to Hidden Paradise Campground.
Food services: On-site dining options at several locations. A visitor at S and H Campground highlighted, "They have a little restaurant, worn out putt-putt, a decent camp store."
What you should know
Seasonal variations: Winter limitations affect water availability. "Our site was 70% flooded. Fortunately we have two entrance doors," reported a Memorial Day weekend camper at S and H Campground after heavy rainfall.
Highway noise: Proximity issues at some locations. A tent camper at Mystic Waters noted, "This is a great campground for RVs and cabins, but unfortunately not for tents as the highway 69 is too noisy."
Reservation requirements: Weekends book 2-3 months ahead during summer. "We stayed on a Sunday night and had the section all to ourselves. I think the place is quite busy on weekends though," observed a visitor at Hidden Paradise Campground.
Site variations: Terrain differences between camping areas. A camper at S and H Campground mentioned, "Our site was incredibly uneven. Nobody cleans up after their dogs."
Tips for camping with families
Water recreation options: Multiple activities suitable for different ages. A family staying at Hidden Paradise Campground shared, "Great riverside sites. Our boys & friends spend most of their time in the river, but also enjoy the quarry lake with inflatables & paddle boats."
Playground facilities: No additional fees for access at most locations. "Very nice campground. They have a little section full of carnival like rides. Several playgrounds! Campground big and spacious," reports a camper who visited Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Indianapolis East.
Cabin options for non-campers: Group accommodations available for mixed camping styles. "The campground also has fabulous cabins at a reasonable price. Our friends without campers join us in the cabins. All together there were 50+ in our party this year & a good time was had by all!" shared a regular visitor to Hidden Paradise Campground.
Weekend programming: Scheduled activities during peak season. According to a visitor at S and H Campground, "The Saturday night we stayed they were playing a kids movie in one part of the campground and live music 'on the hill.'"
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Bring blocks for most locations. "Sites are large and easy to maneuver our 42' 5th wheel. Our site had full hookup, flat ground so easy setup," noted an RVer at Hidden Paradise Campground.
Navigation challenges: Nighttime arrival difficulties at some locations. A late-arriving RVer at Hidden Paradise Campground explained, "Site numbers were hard to see unless you walked up to each site with a flashlight. Not sure why campgrounds make their site numbers so allusive."
Service reliability: Power fluctuations during peak usage times. One RVer at S and H Campground reported, "When everyone started turning on their AC, my surge protector kept kicking due to voltage swings."
Off-season advantages: Reduced rates and better availability for cabin rentals near Fortville during spring and fall. "We were so unsure about staying here as reviews we hit or miss. Decided to take a gamble and give it a try and it's been great!" shared a monthly visitor at S and H Campground.
