Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Hanover, IN

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Hanover, Indiana (70)

    1. Clifty Falls State Park Campground

    46 Reviews
    Madison, IN
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 273-8885

    $16 - $25 / night

    "If you live outside of Indiana you have to pay a $9 entrance fee on top of the campground reservation fee, which makes for a pricey weekend trip for those on a budget."

    "No sewer or water hookup as you would expect at most Indiana State Parks. The sites are extremely spacious and plenty of sites with shade."

    2. Shale Bluff Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area

    16 Reviews
    Deputy, IN
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 794-3800

    $23 / night

    "This is a great State Park offering hiking, swimming, boating, skiing, camping, interpretive naturalist program and the only DNR property in the state of Indiana with a raptor rehabilitation program."

    "Boats are a big part of this lake. There are 4 boat launches on the lake! Lots of people were water skiing, tubing& playing in the water. There's also a beach, which looked clean."

    3. Charlestown State Park Campground

    37 Reviews
    Charlestown, IN
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 256-5600

    $23 - $30 / night

    "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."

    4. Madison City Park

    6 Reviews
    Madison, IN
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 265-8333

    $30 - $40 / night

    "Great place to camp if you like being next to water, amazing views, fast boats, and good food. Key West Shrimp House is a landmark restaurant with great food."

    "An easy walk into downtown."

    5. General Butler State Resort Park

    12 Reviews
    Carrollton, KY
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (502) 732-4826

    $35 - $45 / night

    "Hiked the Butler Lake Trail with dogs this was a fun trail We tried to hike the Woodland Trail- unfortunately it had just rained for the few days before that and it was too sloppy for us and our dogs General"

    "Great little park located just far enough away to get away but close enough to town to run and get something if you forgot it.

    Campground is pretty compact but stays pretty quiet."

    6. Two Rivers Campground

    7 Reviews
    Carrollton, KY
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (502) 732-4665

    "The park next door is a must visit especially if you are camping with a dog, a great place to go for a walk.

    Beautiful views, clean amenities and relatively quiet."

    "Two Rivers is a fairly new, city run campground close to I-71 and adjacent to the Ohio and Kentucky Rivers."

    7. Hones Pointe Campground

    6 Reviews
    La Grange, KY
    16 miles
    Website

    $25 - $200 / night

    "Offering beautiful scenery, this is a great place to get away from it all."

    "Great location. Very very friendly staff with special giveaways lol. Will return if in the area."

    8. Wooster Campground — Hardy Lake State Recreation Area

    3 Reviews
    Deputy, IN
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 794-3800

    $12 / night

    "It' a great place to take the dogs although they aren't allowed on the designated beach area, which is a bummer. But it is fun to canoe, fish, and relax."

    9. Scottsburg/Raintree Lake KOA

    8 Reviews
    Scottsburg, IN
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 752-4062

    $45 - $125 / night

    "The lake is GORGEOUS. Sites have mature trees, variety of singing birds. Really nice stay here as we were passing through."

    "A lot of things to do around the campground, and kids will absolutely love it."

    10. Versailles State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Versailles, IN
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 689-6424

    $23 - $25 / night

    "Older Indiana State Park just West of Indiana / Ohio state line South of IH-74. Roads tight and only 1 dump station for 70+ sites (most site are water electric only)"

    "This is a great southern Indiana State Park with easy access from US 50."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Hanover, IN

535 Reviews of 70 Hanover Campgrounds


  • Brady R.
    May. 16, 2019

    Clifty Falls State Park Campground

    Don't Recommend Non-Electric Sites

    Out 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:

    • the firewood that they sell to you is complete crap. It's so wet and damp that you can't burn it. We have had to take every single batch back we've purchased cause it's so bad. They don't do refunds.
    • The playground is so close to most campsites in the non-electric section. I'd recommend getting as far away as possible as the screams of children echo like birds flying throughout the campground.
    • Not the park's fault, but raccoons are horrible here. I'm talking, "walk up to your campfire as you're sitting next to it and steal food that's on the burner" bad. Lol.

    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.

  • Doug and Terri C.
    Jun. 20, 2021

    Oak Creek Campground

    Easy place to stop

    Nice campground with several pull through sites for big rigs. Pool and new dog park with a very nice play area for the kids. We prefer site 18 which offers nice privacy and os next to a stream.

  • Kelsie E.
    Oct. 16, 2021

    Buffalo Trace Park

    Great lake view

    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 park is exceptionally clean. Sites on the lake view side are noisy due to traffic on the highway.

  • J
    Jun. 2, 2025

    Follow The River RV Resort

    Great stay

    Very friendly staff. The bathrooms having regular working toilets and showers. The bathrooms are very nice. There is a pool, volleyball courts and a dog park. It is hot in June, so bring a canopy if your RV doesn’t have one.

  • s
    Aug. 20, 2022

    Scottsburg/Raintree Lake KOA

    Still developing

    Owners 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.

  • J
    May. 14, 2022

    Scottsburg/Raintree Lake KOA

    New Name “Camp Raintree Lake”

    Gorgeous 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 .

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 27, 2022

    Follow The River RV Resort

    Florence, IN…Nice campground

    Park is well maintained. Nice sized pool and very clean pool area. Park has a playground and dog park. Lots of space between campers with cement patio, fire pit and picnic table and lots of trees. We had no issue pulling in our 42’ 5th wheel. We came in after hours and our name with sits number was posted on the door and plenty of maps for the park. Nice layout! You could barely hear a train off in the distance which sounded cozy. Campground is about 30 min from Madison and Ohio River is across the street. Only con- trash cans are like in a whole different country and hard to get too. Would stay again!!!!!

  • E
    Oct. 17, 2023

    Thousand Trails Indian Lakes

    Large Campground

    This was my first time visiting. It’s a very large campground with lots of amenities. I’ve noticed a lot of bad reviews on other platforms about potholes and mud, and although some of that is true, it seems to be mostly on the KOA side. The only major potholes I have encountered are upon entering and exiting near the ranger station. The lot is gravel and very large for my small rig which was cool. It was nice and level, so I didn’t have to do much. I have great service here with my T-Mobile 5g internet as well as my starlink. Because it’s off season, there isn’t a lot going on, but I’m ok with that. I also appreciated the dog park that was well maintained to give my pup some freedom to roam off leash. I would definitely recommend.

    Update: The only negative things I encountered while staying at this campground were the loud golf carts with their music blasting until late at night on the weekends. It seems like the same person would just cruise up and down the roads all evening. The other thing that wasn’t really an issue for me (due to being off season) were the limited amount of washers/dryers for the size of the campground. I can’t imagine what it’s like during peak season.

  • Lauren M.
    Aug. 1, 2018

    Deam Lake State Recreation Area Campground

    Nice Campground, Pretty Lake

    This campground is very family-friendly and fun. 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. We felt like there was good spacing between the sites, and we weren’t too close to our neighbors. Beautiful in the Fall!


Guide to Hanover

If you're looking for pet-friendly camping options near Hanover, Indiana, there are several great spots where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Hanover

  • At Clifty Falls State Park Campground, you can explore beautiful wooded hiking trails that are perfect for leashed dogs, making it a great spot for outdoor adventures.
  • Charlestown State Park Campground offers numerous trails and playgrounds, ensuring your pets have plenty of space to roam and play while you enjoy the scenery.
  • Muscatatuck is known for its peaceful environment and wildlife, providing a serene backdrop for walks with your dog.

Tips for camping with dogs near Hanover

  • Always keep your dog on a leash at General Butler State Resort Park to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet when visiting Madison City Park, as the park can get busy, and you want to keep your furry friend hydrated and happy.
  • Make sure to clean up after your pet at Two Rivers Campground to maintain the campground's cleanliness and ensure a pleasant experience for everyone.

Pet owners appreciate the amenities offered

  • Scottsburg/Raintree Lake KOA features a dog park and plenty of open space for your pets to enjoy, making it a favorite among pet owners.
  • At Hones Pointe Campground, the friendly staff is known for being accommodating to pets, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all campers.
  • Swiss Haven RV Resort offers spacious sites with easy access to the Ohio River, perfect for a day of fun with your dog by your side.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Hanover, IN is Clifty Falls State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 46 reviews.

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