Greensburg, Indiana offers camping destinations with varying levels of amenities and natural features within 25 miles of the city center. Located in Decatur County at an elevation of 942 feet, the area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging in the 80s—ideal for waterfront camping from May through October. Most campgrounds in this region maintain level sites suitable for tents and RVs.
What to do
Kayaking on Whitewater Lake: Whitewater Memorial State Park Campground provides excellent water access with boat ramps located throughout the property. "We stayed in site 107 on a Sunday night and had the section all to ourselves... Our son fished and we watched random people float down river. It was perfect for overnight stay passing through," notes Carolyn M. about Hidden Paradise Campground.
Hiking through mature forests: Explore multiple trail systems with varying difficulty levels. At Hueston Woods State Park Campground, "There are several hiking trails and biking trails. Streams were dried up at our visit. A cool restoration covered bridge was a short hop from the campground," writes Dave V., who visited during shoulder season.
Fishing in multiple lakes: The area features several fishing spots suitable for all experience levels. "Awesome fishing lake with tons of good spots to fish. We love spending our weekends here," shares Kimberly A. about Thousand Trails Indian Lakes.
What campers like
Large, well-spaced sites: Many campgrounds offer generous camping areas. "Large camp sites," notes John L. about Whitewater Memorial State Park Campground, while another camper mentions, "It has lake activities, hiking, biking, fishing. Camping can be in tents or various cabins or even in the lodge."
Clean bathroom facilities: According to Martin M. at Starve Hollow State Recreation Area, "They have both vault toilets and flush toilets in the shower buildings. All the campsites I saw were pretty level. They all seemed to be pretty shady as well."
Lake access for swimming: "A large beach is available for swimming from the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Restrooms, dressing facilities, showers, and food concessions are available to visitors," explains James L. about Starve Hollow. Another camper added, "The beach area was huge and there were a lot of playgrounds."
What you should know
Seasonal availability: Operating schedules vary significantly among campgrounds. "Starve-Hollow Lake has three boat ramps to choose from, one at the dam and two in the electric campground. Kayak, rowboat and canoe rental is available. A valid Indiana fishing license is required," states a reviewer.
Varying amenities by location: Cornerstone Campground receives praise for its facilities: "The campsite is immaculate and well appointed. There is a pretty pond, pool, and many activities for kids," notes Kathleen.
Primitive to premium options: Cost varies based on amenities. "From walk-in camping to paintball, Hueston Woods has it all. Lots of trails and creeks, biking, boating, playgrounds, swimming, food, store, movie nights, mini golf and more! They even have an animal preserve," explains Daniele M.
Tips for camping with families
Waterfront activities: Choose sites near swimming areas for convenience. "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, but also enjoy the quarry lake with inflatables & paddle boats," explains a camper about water recreation.
Kid-friendly amenities: Select campgrounds with dedicated play areas. At Indianapolis KOA, "The splash pad/water park was fun, but was not a pool. It only goes to 3 feet so if you want to swim this is not for you. The water was cold but my kiddos finally got in and had fun on the slides," shares Megan T.
Cabin options for entry-level glamping: For families new to glamping in Greensburg, Indiana, cabins provide comfort without full investment in gear. "We stayed in the cabins for a couple days. There is always so much to do, one day hiking the next we were shopping. The cabins were nice and clean, and equipped with a little fridge and microwave," writes Caitlin W. about Brown County-Nashville KOA.
Tips from RVers
Site selection for larger rigs: Be strategic about campground choice for larger vehicles. "They have full hook-up sites and electric. Regular electric sites on the water are beautiful but not sure we could park our 41 ft fifth wheel on a water site," notes J.C. about Starve Hollow.
Hookup availability: Plan for varying levels of service. "We were in the full hookup section (camping facilities: electric, sewer, and water hookup as well as fire ring, picnic table, and parking spur at each site)," reports James L., adding that bathhouse facilities remained clean despite rainy conditions.
Leveling considerations: At Thousand Trails Indian Lakes, "Pads are gravel and we did need to use several leveling blocks on our site, which made for a doosey of a bottom step into and out of our trailer," reports GP, who also noted, "The 'patio' pad for the picnic table is 12" concrete blocks. It was mostly level, but not near the edge near our tow vehicle."
