2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Cabin options near Indianapolis range from basic rustic structures to deluxe accommodations with modern amenities. Indianapolis KOA in Greenfield offers cabin rentals with electricity and indoor furniture, while S and H Campground provides similar cabin accommodations for families and solo travelers. Mystic Waters Campground and Hidden Paradise Campground both feature cabin options with varying levels of amenities. Most cabins include beds, electricity, and some form of climate control. A visitor commented, "Loved our cabin so cozy."
Rustic and deluxe cabin styles are available across multiple campgrounds within an hour's drive of Indianapolis. KOA cabins typically include electricity, beds, and some furniture, while other locations may offer more primitive experiences or higher-end accommodations with kitchenettes. Brown County-Nashville KOA operates from April to November, while Yellowwood State Forest cabins remain accessible year-round. Pet policies vary by location, with Indianapolis KOA and S and H Campground both allowing pets at their cabin sites. A recent review noted, "We stayed here with the grandkids and we all had a great time. Nice playgrounds and a pool with lots of water features for the kids."
Most cabin rentals provide basic furnishings but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities vary significantly between locations - some cabins include microwaves or small refrigerators while others rely on outdoor fire pits or communal kitchens. On-site camp stores at Indianapolis KOA and Brown County-Nashville KOA stock essential supplies, though selections are limited. Several campgrounds, including Acacia Farms, offer more secluded cabin experiences with fewer amenities but greater privacy. Visitors planning extended stays should consider bringing cooking supplies, food items, and personal care products, as rural locations have limited shopping options.
"Booked here last minute for the night on my way west. Beautiful campground with lots of activities for the family. They are all dog friendly with a few small dog runs spread throughout the sites."
"Loved our cabin so cozy"
from $60 - $80 / night
"Looking for a monthly campsite in the Indianapolis area proved to be a challenge. We were so unsure about staying here as reviews we hit or miss."
"They have a pool, stocked pond, game room, ice cream shop and cafe. Decent camp store. Staff super friendly and helpful."
"Acacia Farms is an awesome spot to slow down in the country and enjoy being around some small farm animals. Check them out and share some pics of your stay!"
from $58 / night
"She helped with the reservation, she greeted us when we arrived, she even called to make sure we were doing ok driving it the first day."
"Right off highway to travel anywhere"
"Level sites, electric and sewer at each site, clean facilities, camp ground clean. Was quite less the muffled sounds of the gun range for reserve troops training/qualifying."
"The main bathhouse is pretty clean, included laundry, and a great host and hostess (Mark and Denise). The only bad is the price hikes here."
"Site Privacy: No low shrubbery to offer privacy. Site Spacing: Decent for a private park. Some families reserve side by side site."
"We take our own rafts and kayaks, although both are available for rent/purchase at the camp store."
"This was really convenient and close to Indy, where we took the grandkids to the children’s museum. The lake is fabulous, but there didn’t seem to be too many fish available for catching!!"
"Wide pull through spots with fire pits, picnic tables and plenty of grass. Tons to do with the kids, organized activities are well done. Staff stays on top of everything and is super helpful."
"This is just a really cute park to camp in, especially with kids. There is an abundance of activities to keep you and the little ones happy, especially around holidays."
from $50 - $79 / night
"Drive up, select your site, and then go to the park office to pay using a self-pay envelope. Bring exact change(cash). Current prices are listed on the Indiana DNR website."
"Sites can hold 6 people total and come with a fire pit with a grill attachment which is awesome! There is one small picnic table per site as well. It's nice a quiet here."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $225 / night
"Our site was directly beside a tiny cabin and could have been a little bigger but that’s what you get often times with RV sites. Unfortunately, witnessed one of the staff members abusing their dog."
"Bathrooms/showers are clean. Laundry on site. Small store and library where you can borrow books. Nice dog walk and small fenced dog area. Sites level and good for big rigs down to tents."
ScoutMark & Denise are great camp hosts they care about everyone and will help them if they need it. They do so much for the holidays and have some great times together around the campfires. Will miss them this winter but will be thinking of them during the Army Navy game. (A inside joke lol).
Guide⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our First RV Home Has Been Such a Blessing!
My husband and I absolutely loved our first few months here at Friends O' Mine Campgrounds & Cabins as first-time RV owners with our Class A RV.
We downsized from our 5-bedroom home in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri. We sold our home and I followed my Husband back here to Indiana after he received a wonderful career opportunity. My Husband is a Veteran, 🇺🇸 and after moving to Nashville, Indiana, we had immediately fallen in love with this small town - where we respected and admired the way Nashville reminds us of where we had just moved from in Missouri.
We stayed at Grand Wood Suites for six months, after paying for a hotel, all while continuously paying for our two large storage units, as well as our mortgage payment and then rent for most of the beginning of this year; so, we decided to downsize to save money to buy land sooner, instead of continuing to rent. 🏕️ We already loved camping - we started with a pop-up camper on the 🔝 of our Jeep and camped dozens of times, then traded up to a pop-up camper. So we used what we had in savings, bought our Class A RV, donated our pop-up camper, and came to Friends O' Mine - and it was the best decision!
From day one, the other campers have been so friendly, as are the nice employees and amazing owners. They truly make you feel like family. They set up weekly entertainment that brings the whole campground together around the campfire - there is a huge fire in the middle with six porch swings attached to a massive gazebo and veranda surrounding it. It's incredibly cozy and just inviting you to join in.
We've enjoyed live musical singers entertaining us around the campfire all evening, and we were invited to watch a documentary about a local racecar driver in their indoor recreational room, right next to the indoor laundry facilities.
There is also a subterranean pool that my Husband and I enjoyed swimming in almost every day during our first month here - it was very relaxing and refreshing!
One of our favorite parts has been our peaceful, nighttime walks around the large, well-stocked catch-and-release pond. My Husband and I hold hands together and walk around it at sunset almost every evening. It's so serene and calming to hear the sounds of the water and feel the beautiful Autumn breeze.
This has been a very relaxing, enjoyable, and heartwarming experience for us. If you are looking for a clean, friendly, peaceful, and welcoming place to stay - whether for a weekend or for a season - we cannot recommend Friends O' Mine Campgrounds & Cabins enough. We are so grateful we found it!
Scoutwe arrived during a halloween kids party. the hostess was super nice. the women’s showers and wash rooms clean. the men’s shower was sport locker style.
ScoutBeautiful, great amenities too. Right off highway to travel anywhere
GuideGreat place to stay. Full hook ups, about 90 percent level sites. 33 RV sites and 3 or 4 primitive camp sites. The main bathhouse is pretty clean, included laundry, and a great host and hostess (Mark and Denise). The only bad is the price hikes here. One would think MWR would throw money towards some things...like a dog park, some leveling, lights at the kids playground, and MWR sponsored and paid for holiday parties/outings for vets, retirees, and all the active here on base. But nope, just collecting revenue without any beanies. Anyway, the host keeps it grounded.
ScoutGreat staff, super helpful! Put us in their “VIP” spots on the “hill”. Access to the family fun zone including in the stay. So much for our littles to do! And totally safe and clean.
ScoutThis is a free family church camp that teaches about God and has free meals and fun activities for kids
ScoutHad a great annual relationship with this campground. When we first started going they did not have their canoes and kayaks service. We had our our own so no big deal. They let us put in and take out. Then they started their livery service. They were hesitant about letting us use they put in and take out spot but since we would help with some of the chores around the campground we built a good relationship with the owners. They once said "you are the only ones we allow to do this" thought that we were sort of grandfathered in at that point. 20 years later....they must have forgotten their words and we were told since we took out our canoes at there site we were not allowed to come back ever again. You word goes a long way in my book and it evidently got forgotten or they just got mean.
GuideLevel sites, electric and sewer at each site, clean facilities, camp ground clean. Was quite less the muffled sounds of the gun range for reserve troops training/qualifying. Mark the host was very helpful and inviting. Free laundry facilities. There is no WiFi, cell coverage was good. I used a Starlink and worked great. This RV park is on base and you need verified access. Overall it’s a nice place for the price (stayed 5 days).
Cabin rentals near Indianapolis offer accommodations ranging from rustic forest retreats to lakeside getaways with modern comforts. Located in the rolling hills of central Indiana where elevations typically range from 700-900 feet above sea level, these cabins provide shelter during the region's four distinct seasons. Most campgrounds offering cabin accommodations in the area operate from spring through fall, with several closing between November and March.
Fishing and boating: Hidden Paradise Campground sits along Flat Rock River with cabin accommodations near St. Paul, about 45 minutes southeast of Indianapolis. "Flat rock river runs by a lot of the camp sites. Makes for a beautiful scenery, good fishing and/or float on it in your kayak or on a raft," notes one visitor to Hidden Paradise Campground.
Swimming in quarry waters: For families seeking water recreation beyond the standard pool, some cabin locations offer unique swimming options. "They have a quarry you can swim or paddle boat in. It has a slide and a trampoline. No lifeguard on duty, so be careful," explains a camper who frequented Hidden Paradise Campground since childhood.
Trail exploring: Yellowwood State Forest cabins provide direct access to multiple hiking trails within 23,000+ acres of protected woodland. "The park has 5 hiking trails ranging from easy to rugged and access to the Tecumesh Trail (43 miles) originally proposed to span from Florida to Canada," shares a reviewer at Yellowwood State Forest.
Cabin comfort levels: Cabins near Indianapolis feature varying amenities depending on location and price point. At Indianapolis KOA in Greenfield, one camper mentions, "The general store is chock full of great gear including a variety of Life is Good clothing and pizza available for delivery." This provides insight into the conveniences available beyond basic cabin accommodations.
Family entertainment options: Many cabin sites include on-site activities. "Very large KOA. They have all different types of sites. Pull through back in. Super deluxe, deluxe, full hook ups etc. Love the pool if you have kids this would be a place to stay for a few days," describes a visitor to Indianapolis KOA.
Nature immersion: Some cabin locations prioritize natural settings over amenities. At Acacia Farms, a single cabin rental on private farmland provides a different experience than larger campgrounds. "Acacia Farms is an awesome spot to slow down in the country and enjoy being around some small farm animals," notes a recent visitor, highlighting the rural farm experience available.
Site selection matters: Cabin locations vary significantly in terms of privacy and spacing. "Spots are extremely close together. Also, gravel is throughout the campground so don't bother bringing bicycles," warns a camper at S and H Campground, which offers cabins alongside RV sites.
Bathroom facilities: While cabins provide shelter, bathroom access varies significantly. "The reason I was impressed was, let's be honest, KOA holiday campgrounds tend to be loud and obnoxious. This isn't a huge campground though, which kept those things in check," notes a tent camper at Brown County-Nashville KOA, where cabin rentals also share common bathroom facilities.
Seasonal considerations: Many cabin rentals near Indianapolis operate seasonally. Brown County-Nashville KOA operates from April through November, while others like Yellowwood State Forest maintain year-round availability. "Bathrooms were a short walk up the hill to the office. Pretty good, though they often needed supplies restocked," noted one Brown County-Nashville KOA visitor in October.
Activity planning: Families staying in cabins should consider campgrounds with built-in entertainment options. "They have a pool, stocked pond, game room, ice cream shop and cafe. Decent camp store. Staff super friendly and helpful. You can rent pedal bikes, pedal boats," notes a visitor to Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park near Knightstown.
Cost management: Budget for add-on activities when booking cabin stays. "The one downfall was the wood prices. The bundles were $6.50 each and the entire bundle burned in about an hour. It can get expensive quick!" observed a family visiting Brown County-Nashville KOA with grandchildren.
Location considerations: Some cabin locations provide better access to family attractions than others. "This was really convenient and close to Indy, where we took the grandkids to the children's museum. The lake is fabulous, but there didn't seem to be too many fish available for catching!" mentions a visitor to Pine Lake Fishing & Camping Resort, noting its proximity to Indianapolis attractions.
Cabin alternatives: RVers visiting the Indianapolis area often choose cabins when traveling without their rigs. "Used this campground as a home base to visit downtown Indy. 20 minutes to downtown attractions," notes a visitor to Mystic Waters Campground, which offers both RV sites and cabin rentals.
Utility considerations: Unlike RVs with built-in utilities, cabins have varying levels of electrical and water connections. "Lisa and Brent have created a perfect spot to relax for a weekend getaway and enjoy the shows at both the campground and at deer creek. RV sites are full hookup and very level," notes a Mystic Waters Campground visitor, contrasting the amenities with more basic cabin options.
Seasonal pricing: Cabin rental rates near Indianapolis often fluctuate based on season and demand. "Very large KOA. They have all different types of sites. Pull through back in. Super deluxe, deluxe, full hook ups etc." describes a visitor to Indianapolis KOA, referencing the price tiers available for both RV sites and cabins.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do camping cabins cost in Indianapolis?
Cabin prices in the Indianapolis area range widely based on amenities and location. At Brown County-Nashville KOA, small cabins typically cost $60-90 per night for basic units, while deluxe cabins with bathrooms and kitchenettes run $120-180 nightly. At Cornerstone Campground, cabin rates range from $75-140 per night depending on size and features. Most campgrounds require a two-night minimum stay on weekends, and many add a cleaning fee of $15-25. Prices generally increase during peak summer months and fall color season, so booking well in advance is recommended, especially for holiday weekends.
Are there state parks with cabins near Indianapolis?
Yes, several Indiana state parks near Indianapolis offer cabin accommodations. Mccormick's Creek State Park Campground provides cabin rentals with basic amenities approximately an hour southwest of Indianapolis. These cabins are popular for their scenic locations and access to hiking trails and natural features. Yellowwood State Forest offers more primitive cabin options for those seeking a rustic experience. State park cabins typically require advance reservations through the Indiana DNR website, especially during peak seasons. Most state park cabins include heating and air conditioning, basic furniture, and access to nearby shower facilities, though amenities vary by location.
What amenities are included in Indianapolis area camping cabins?
Cabin amenities vary significantly across Indianapolis area campgrounds. At Hidden Paradise Campground, cabins typically include beds with mattresses, electricity, climate control, picnic tables, and fire pits. More deluxe options at Mystic Waters Campground may feature private bathrooms, kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Most campgrounds provide access to communal facilities like clean bathrooms, showers, laundry services, and camp stores. Family-oriented sites often include recreational amenities such as swimming pools, fishing ponds, hiking trails, playgrounds, and organized activities. Always check if linens and cookware are provided or if you need to bring your own.
Where can I find cabins for camping near Indianapolis?
Several excellent cabin options exist within a short drive from Indianapolis. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Indianapolis East offers family-friendly cabin accommodations with numerous activities for children. Crawfordsville KOA provides well-maintained cabins in a peaceful setting with grass and shade trees. Other notable options include Indianapolis KOA and S and H Campground, both offering various cabin styles within easy reach of the city. Most locations are within a 30-60 minute drive from downtown Indianapolis.
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