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Best Cabin Camping near Independence, IN

221 Reviews

Rustic cabin rentals near Independence, Indiana range from historic structures to modern accommodations, with several offering electricity and basic amenities. Turkey Run State Park Campground provides cabin options with picnic tables and fire rings, situated in wooded areas for privacy. One camper shared that "the cabin is a two-story cozy home that can sleep up to six people, all in one upstairs room with two full-size beds and two twin beds," describing a log cabin rental at a nearby farm. Cabins at Crawfordsville KOA and Off The Trail Campground include electrical hookups, while Turkey Run Canoe & Camping offers more rustic options without water hookups.

Depending on the location, cabin amenities vary significantly throughout the region. Turkey Run State Park features both basic and upgraded cabins, with most sites offering electrical connections and access to centralized bathroom facilities with showers. According to one visitor, "The sites vary from full shade to wide open out in the sun. Bathrooms are clean, but they are pretty spread out." Reservations are necessary at all cabin locations, particularly during summer months when facilities reach capacity. Pet policies differ by location, with most cabins at Turkey Run State Park, Crawfordsville KOA, and Off The Trail Campground allowing pets on leash.

Most cabins do not provide linens, cooking utensils, or toiletries, so visitors should pack accordingly. Basic kitchenette setups are available at certain cabins, though many locations offer only outdoor cooking options with fire rings and picnic tables. The Wabash & Erie Canal Park cabins include drinking water access and picnic tables. One visitor noted that "the bathroom with a shower is accessed from just outside the back door but is heated," referring to a historic log cabin rental. Firewood is available for purchase at most locations, including Turkey Run State Park, Sugar Creek Campground, and Crawfordsville KOA, all of which maintain camp stores with essential supplies.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Independence, Indiana (19)

    1. Turkey Run State Park Campground

    70 Reviews
    Marshall, IN
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 597-2635

    $20 - $25 / night

    "I have to say it is always nice to stay at a state park in the off season. There are a couple hundred sites in this park and we were one of about 12 occupants."

    "This campground was reasonably priced, had clean facilities and quite unusual and intesting hiking nearby. There are multiple trails and some quite challenging ones."

    2. Off The Trail Campground

    1 Review
    Attica, IN
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 762-6189

    $9 - $49 / night

    "Buddy sites are large, have full hookup, fire pits, and picnic tables. Lots of dogs around, pricing was about $50 a night per site."

    3. Crawfordsville KOA

    14 Reviews
    Crawfordsville, IN
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 230-0965

    "Pet friendly; counted three cats and a dog in the office when I checked in. Was given the option of choosing my site out of the seven available for my reservation."

    "For a holiday weekend to get a last minute pull through with electric and water for a single night at $50, I’d call it very reasonable!

    Grounds are well kept. Shower house is clean."

    4. Sugar Creek Campground and Canoe Rental LLC

    11 Reviews
    Crawfordsville, IN
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 362-5528

    $30 - $45 / night

    "They have RV section, electric tent sites and primitive and those do not mix - no tents at rv section and vice versa. I camp weekdays so I had all section to myself for three days."

    "SCC has about 50 full hook sites and several electric and water. There is quite a few primitive areas as well."

    5. Sugar Creek Campground

    7 Reviews
    Crawfordsville, IN
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 362-5528

    "Some of the sites are pretty close together, but we booked site 41 which is a double site. I'd highly recommend this site. It backs up to Sugar Creek which is just gorgeous in the spring."

    "This place is beautiful and just a great place to enjoy the outdoors with many options to do (disc golf, canoe,tube,kayak rentals.) Highly recommend!"

    6. Caboose Lake Campground

    12 Reviews
    Wolcott, IN
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (219) 261-3828

    "They do require wristbands which cost 10$ a day but that includes bumper boats and unlimited paddle boat rentals, for us it’s perfect! Fun to take out the kayaks too. We will be back!"

    "This place is different close to interstate so noise, they have tons of activities for the kids it’s very clean. Almost every spot has a waters edge. I plan coming back here in the middle of summer."

    7. Cecil M Harden Lake Raccoon State Recreation Area

    32 Reviews
    Rockville, IN
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 344-1412

    $12 - $32 / night

    "Raccoon State Recreation Area | Cecil M Harden Lake is located in the heart of historic covered bridge country just 50 miles West of Indianapolis."

    "We stayed in site 93 in the lake view area. The campsite itself was large and clean. The bathrooms were clean and fairly close to the campsite."

    8. Wabash & Erie Canal Park

    5 Reviews
    Delphi, IN
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 564-2870

    $30 - $45 / night

    "We booked a primitive site, on a Friday night. We arrived and were the only ones in the primitive area, which for us was awesome."

    "It was the first one we booked on our RV trip and we were a bit inexperienced at first how the hook ups work, but Roger the camp site host helped us immediately, even though we arrived super late and he"

    9. Indiana Beach Campground

    12 Reviews
    Monticello, IN
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (574) 583-4141

    "The koa is right next to Indiana Beach campground and we learned campers can use amenities at both sites. Koa has two nice pools (one large pool for kids and adults and smaller one for toddlers)."

    "Had a concrete patio under the picnic table. The table was oversized, which was kind of nice, except our covers wouldn’t fit."

    10. Turkey Run Canoe & Camping

    5 Reviews
    Marshall, IN
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 597-2029

    $35 / night

    "Site 91 was tucked away in a more forested area away from RVs. Did a nice kayaking loop using their service. Had everything you needed, very chill experience. Will return fsho."

    "Nice campground electric hookups my 34' travel trailer fit nicely"

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  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 25, 2019

    Heritage Farm Alpaca Experience

    A truly wonderful experience!

    I learned of this place through the Dyrt (thank you!) and knew I wanted to stay here! There are several options available: tent camping (including a tree tent!), RV camping (two with electric hookups), and a 170-year-old log cabin. If you are RV camping, there are two very clean, private, and fully stocked "outhouses" (see photo below)

    We originally planned to camp in our van but with below-freezing temperatures and a forecasted snowstorm, we decided to take refuge in the log cabin. To call this a log cabin is a disservice; yes, it is made from logs(and is 170 years old) but I was expecting a tiny one-room cabin; instead it is a two-story cozy home that can sleep up to six people, all in one upstairs room (two full-size beds and two twin beds; would be great for families). It was cozy and warm, heated by a gas stove. The bathroom (with a shower) is accessed from just outside the back door but is heated. The kitchen is an outdoor grill and picnic table, but we did not use this. 

    Tim and Beth were very welcoming, as was Juno, their dog. We enjoyed helping to feed the Alpacas– they have over 50. The rooster crowed gustily at dawn (but dawn was after 7 am and we were already awake). Also on the farm is Stormy, the horse, chickens, and some barn cats. There is a shop that sells goods made from Alpaca wool and we made sure to visit before departing. 

    Staying here was truly special and we hope to return to camp in one of the RV spots or the tree tent in the future.

  • Terri D.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 10, 2017

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Nice Big Sites

    I have to say it is always nice to stay at a state park in the off season. There are a couple hundred sites in this park and we were one of about 12 occupants. Even if this park had been full, the sites offer nice space. Sites vary from full shade to wide open out in the sun. Bathrooms are clean, but they are pretty spread out. Most sites offer electricity, but no water or sewer hook-up for RV. Water spigots are pretty spread out too. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. I didn't see any camp hosts that sold firewood when office is closed. Park is located right across the street from the local high school, I thought this was sort of odd.

    We were just passing through for a nights stay, but it looked like there were some nice trails for hiking. The children playgrounds looked nice as well.

  • trisha F.
    Sep. 19, 2022

    Heritage Farm Alpaca Experience

    Nice secluded but safe location

    The beautiful farm is located in a rural area. Upon arrival we wasn’t sure where to go. There wasn’t a sign but we called Tim and he came right out and showed us to our spot. He was very friendly and accommodating. We felt safe and knew if we needed anything he was there to help. The tree tent was very comfortable. Picnic table and fire pit right there. We cooked dinner on the fire pit grill. The only one small complaint is the people staying in the cabin were extremely loud. Even though we was at the secluded area their voices carried until 3am. It would not stop us from coming back but should be noted. We walked around the farm, checked out the alpacas and goats. There was a class reunion going on so we didn’t want to bother anyone for a farm tour. Plus we was only there one night. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely go back. I recommend checking this place out.

  • Kelsey S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 1, 2024

    Off The Trail Campground

    Lots of fun!

    We stayed in buddy sites 81 and 82. Buddy sites are large, have full hookup, fire pits, and picnic tables. Lots of dogs around, pricing was about $50 a night per site. Restrooms had showers as well which made it easy to rinse off the mud. Great time all around.

  • Kelsey G.
    Jul. 1, 2019

    Heritage Farm Alpaca Experience

    Bucolic Oasis in Peaceful Indiana Countryside

    Book a weekend at Heritage Alpaca Farm (be it in a tent, RV, historic cabin, or forest tensile) and you will not regret it. This well-kept farm is tended to by incredible hosts, Tim & Beth. They have put much love into their inviting and scenic country haven. 

    As RV campers, we pulled into the circular driveway and parked with ease. A 30 amp hookup and water spigot are available within the recreation barn (along with ping-pong and often times Frost, the friendly Great Pyranese). From your rig you have a view of a small alpaca pasture and their covered event space.

    Around the barn is a private fire pit, and Tim provided firewood upon request. Private toilets are a few steps away which are very clean. 

    WHAT MAKES HERITAGE FARM A GEM:

    SUNSETS: We loved walking the grounds at dusk, enjoying epic sunsets and watching the fireflies light up, as far as the eye can see. The bicentennial barn is stunning and wonderfully restored. It's great for an excellent up-close look at the alpacas. Tim is a wealth of knowledge about the docile creatures and happy to answer any questions.

    FRESH EGGS: We enjoyed farm fresh eggs every morning from their free-range chickens.

    COOL CREEK: A small creek runs across the back of their property. On a hot Summer day, it's a nice place to sit and cool off.

    ITALIAN PIZZA: An Italian style wood-fired outdoor pizza oven on the grounds is fired up for community pizza nights. Check with hosts to see when they are doing their next pizza night al fresco.

    ALPACA STORE: A boutique on property sells luxury alpaca goods like scarves, wraps, socks, and more. The perfect place to pick up Christmas gifts. In November, a local artisan market is hosted here.

    BIKING: The roads around the farm are quiet and smooth and make for excellent bike riding.

    SWING: A swing on the property is a fun pastime for kids....Or for a small adult with a childlike spirit :)

    *The town of Kokomo offers any groceries or amenities you need and is only a 20-minute drive.

  • leif D.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 20, 2025

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Large campground with spacious sites

    This campground was reasonably priced, had clean facilities and quite unusual and intesting hiking nearby. There are multiple trails and some quite challenging ones. No water hookups at the site but all except the "youth sites" had 110, 30, and 50 amp power. I was able to charge my ev without issue. Sites tried from all concrete to a dusty dirt and rock tent area, and all had old wood picnic tables. While the hiking was incredible, the maps of the trails were poor and not up to date, with some trails not on map at all. On one trail part of it went through box canyons up an active, though trickling, stream bed.

  • M
    Jul. 19, 2020

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Terrific campground and state park

    We stayed here this weekend and had a terrific time. The weather was very hot but there is a river to tube and canoe in to keep you cool. We stayed at site #35. It is in a very quiet, off the main road, in a circle, in full shade. It’s is very close to the restroom but a distance from the camp store and dumpster. The site was clean and well equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. The site is very uneven. It definitely sloops to the back corner. It’s was difficult to level our camper but we got it in the end. The site was huge but given the unevenness it would be difficult for tents. The campground is family friendly and was quiet at night. There is a lot to do at this state park. We hiked the #3 and #5 trails and it took us about 2 hours. It was very busy but everyone was very polite. It was a great stay all around.

  • Erin B.
    Sep. 5, 2021

    Indiana Beach Campground

    Busy campground. Rules not enforced.

    Camped here for Labor Day weekend. The koa is right next to Indiana Beach campground and we learned campers can use amenities at both sites. Koa has two nice pools (one large pool for kids and adults and smaller one for toddlers). The IB side has a large mini golf course ($8 for those > 5) and a nice arcade our boys enjoyed (also for a fee). The IB side has a very large spalsh pad, but was never open or on when we went over there. We stayed in a pull through spot with full hook up and it was mostly quiet. Quiet time is supposed to be after 11. The first night some people across from us were loud until after 1am. Reading other Google reviews it sounds like the quiet hours are not enforced and it can get very loud in the tent area. There is a nice camp store with essentials and ice cream. Lots of bathrooms around and the ones we used were clean. It was a nice weekend.
    Also we had a very poor wifi signal. My husband had a hot spot from work and that was helpful. We were unable to get many channels on on tv with our antenna. If you have a satellite dish bring it.

  • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2024

    Crawfordsville KOA

    Nice KOA

    Shade, grass, and gravel sites. A lot better than most KOAs. They ask that you not put outdoor rugs on grass; no problem as grass is nice. Sites 1-10 are your best bet for Starlink if that’s what you have; best opening through tree canopy of the northern sky. Pet friendly; counted three cats and a dog in the office when I checked in. Was given the option of choosing my site out of the seven available for my reservation. A mix of long term residents and travelers; some of the long term resident sites were a little junky.

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