1 campground with availability this weekend
Indianapolis KOA and Mystic Waters Campground provide upscale glamping accommodations with modern amenities for travelers seeking comfort in nature. The Indianapolis KOA features deluxe glamping tents with comfortable bedding, electricity, and climate control options, while Mystic Waters Campground offers premium canvas accommodations near their scenic water features. Both locations provide glamping guests with picnic tables, fire rings, and access to clean shower facilities. Hidden Paradise Campground also offers boutique camping experiences with their glamping units situated along the riverbank. Glamping sites at these locations include Wi-Fi access, proximity to swimming areas, and convenient access to on-site markets for supplies. One guest shared, "The staff are always chipper cheery and eager to help. The general store is chock full of great gear including a variety of Life is Good clothing and pizza available for delivery."
Glamping accommodations near Indianapolis provide easy access to both natural attractions and urban amenities. At Mystic Waters, glamping guests can enjoy swimming, boating, and fishing directly on the property, with many sites offering waterfront views. The eco-friendly glamping options at Hidden Paradise Campground allow visitors to experience the natural beauty of the river while maintaining modern comforts. Indianapolis KOA glamping sites are conveniently located just 30 minutes from downtown Indianapolis, allowing for day trips to city attractions. On-site recreation includes swimming pools with fountains, playgrounds, and horseback riding opportunities at select locations. A visitor noted, "We stayed at Mystic Waters Campground for the Dave Matthews weekend and had the best time! Our floats on the lake while listening to DMB on the speakers was just a perfect way to spend the day."
"The Indianapolis KOA was easy to find just off I-70. We had heard that check-in involved a tight turn near the office, but we had no issues navigating the turn with our 40’ fifth wheel and F450."
"The staff are always chipper cheery and eager to help. The general store is chock full of great gear including a variety of Life is Good clothing and pizza available for delivery."
from $60 - $80 / night
"Staff is always welcoming and ready to assist. We look forward to returning next season."
"Clean, well maintained, knowledgeable and friendly staff."
from $16 - $37 / night
"It’s clean and the staff was so friendly. Our floats on the lake while listening to DMB on the speakers was just a perfect way to spend the day."
"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."
from $20 - $475 / night
"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."
"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."
"Campground Noise: There is fun noise , but nothing out of line."
"Our site had full hookup, flat ground so easy setup."
"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!!"
"Site 13 has a little trail that goes down to a large flooded sinkhole behind the campsite. There were lots of tree frogs singing because of the proximity to water."
"Water and bathrooms available. When you arrive set up at your site. Then you will need to go WITH EXACT CHANGE to the sign in at the main building."
from $25 - $55 / night
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.
GuideBack in site, along the river, has full hooks! Wonderful bike, walking, you could even see horses on the path! Well taken care of campground, owned by the county. Lots of shade trees, clean bathrooms, playground.
GuideWe made last minute reservations, for tent camping, the staff was so nice. She even brought fire wood to us after they closed the store. They have all amenities. The shower were nice and clean (the water was a bit smelly). The sight comes with outlets and water faucets. There’s a lake right near the sight that u can go into, but that causes a lot of flies to come.
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.
GuideWe traveled from Tennessee for a concert in Indianapolis (about a 40-minute drive) and absolutely loved this campground! The sites are paved, level, and offer plenty of yard space, with many located right along the river.
It’s right at the entrance to a scenic walking trail, and they even offer electric bike rentals to explore the area. The campground store is one of the nicest we’ve seen, and the bathrooms are clean and well maintained. There’s also a new, modern playground.
Wi-Fi is available, and we had solid cell service with 3 bars on US Cellular and T-Mobile. If we lived closer, we’d definitely be back!
Winter season is over middle of April, and we were here April 3rd. Water was turned off at the sites, but they had a spot to fill up your holding tank.
Full hook-ups!
Near Indianapolis, glamping accommodations including yurts provide convenient access to both city attractions and natural settings. Camping options range from primitive sites in state forests to full-hookup RV sites with modern amenities. Several campgrounds offer water activities including fishing, boating, and swimming while maintaining proximity to urban conveniences.
River activities: At Hidden Paradise Campground, visitors can enjoy fishing and floating on Flat Rock River. "Our son fished and we watched random people float down river. It was perfect for overnight stay passing through," notes Carolyn M., who appreciates the riverside location.
Hiking trails: Morgan-Monroe State Forest offers extensive trail systems for hiking enthusiasts. A camper reports, "There are a lot of trails to hike, 2 of them are over 10 miles (lower gap and three lakes). The Tecumseh trail (40 miles) starts in Morgan Monroe State Forest passes through Yellowwood State Forest and ends in the Hoosier national Forest."
Water recreation: Lake activities are popular at several campgrounds. Guests at Mystic Waters Campground enjoy summer water recreation. "The lake at the campground is great to float around in on a hot summer day," shares Christopher N., highlighting the relaxing atmosphere.
Urban exploration: Campgrounds near Indianapolis serve as convenient bases for city visits. Tom O. notes that Indianapolis KOA provides "20 minutes to downtown attractions," making it an efficient home base for exploring urban amenities.
Clean facilities: Campers frequently mention cleanliness as a priority. At White River Campground, Anthony C. appreciates that "White river campground is not a huge place, but it is always clean and very friendly staff. It's a great place to just go and relax and enjoy nature."
Spacious sites: Room to spread out ranks high on camper preferences. "The sites are spacious, the water, sewer, and electric are good. All sites are paved, grounds are great to walk, campground people are nice," explains Kristen S. about White River Campground.
Proximity to nature: Natural features adjacent to camping areas receive positive feedback. Shane H. appreciates White River Campground's "Great spots up against the river and very clean park," highlighting the appeal of riverside camping.
Yurt camping options: For campers seeking alternative accommodations, yurt camping near Indianapolis provides shelter with proximity to trails. Morgan-Monroe State Forest includes yurt options among its accommodation types, offering a middle ground between tent camping and cabin rentals.
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds near Indianapolis operate seasonally, with limited winter availability. Indianapolis KOA runs from "March 1 to November 15," making advance planning essential for shoulder season visits.
Reservation requirements: Popular campgrounds fill quickly, especially on weekends. A White River Campground visitor advises, "Fills up fast, so make your reservation. It's small but one of my favorites."
Noise factors: Some campgrounds experience noise from nearby highways or facilities. At Camp Atterbury Campground, Jeff G. notes, "If you don't mind gunfire 24/7 this is the best place ever," referring to the military training facility nearby.
Variable pricing: Costs vary significantly between basic and premium sites. Lindsay K. observes that Hidden Paradise Campground was "$48 per night. More expensive than any other campground we have been to in more than 12 states."
Water features: Campgrounds with swimming areas provide built-in entertainment. At Indianapolis KOA, Megan T. notes, "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."
Playground access: Dedicated play areas keep children occupied between other activities. A reviewer appreciates that Indianapolis KOA offers "a very nice playground and wading pool area. So if you have younger children, ideal for you."
Annual traditions: Many families return to favorite campgrounds yearly. Angela H. shares about Hidden Paradise Campground: "We love this campground so much that we return every year! Great riverside sites. 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."
Safety considerations: Supervised water areas provide peace of mind. Kimberly W. highlights Hidden Paradise's "quarry full to swim with an aqua playground, with use of free life preservers."
Site selection: Not all campgrounds accommodate larger RVs. At Morgan-Monroe State Forest, Ron H. advises, "We are RV campers and there are only about 5 sites we could get in to. Our camper is about 25' and it was tight get in and out of the campground. If you have a small camper (15' or smaller) there would more sites."
Leveling needs: Site terrain varies across campgrounds. At Heartland Resort, Gary B. notes, "The power and water pressure was just fine. The campsite was muddy and needed maintenance."
Hookup availability: Full-service sites provide convenience for extended stays. Shannon C. appreciates Hidden Paradise Campground's "Full hook-ups! River front sites," which allow for comfortable longer stays.
Proximity to services: Location relative to supplies matters for extended trips. Mary T. appreciates Indianapolis KOA's amenities: "Very large KOA. They have all different types of sites. Pull through back in. Super deluxe, deluxe, full hook ups etc."
Frequently Asked Questions
What luxury amenities are available at Indianapolis glamping sites?
Glamping sites around Indianapolis offer impressive luxury amenities to enhance your outdoor experience. Cornerstone Campground features a swimming pool, game room, general store, disc golf course, and beautifully maintained grounds with views of surrounding farmland. Indianapolis KOA provides a well-stocked general store with camping gear and clothing, food delivery options, and a fountain-equipped swimming pool perfect for families. Many glamping sites in the area offer electricity, Wi-Fi connectivity, clean shower facilities, and on-site laundry services. Some locations include private fire pits, picnic tables, and recreational amenities like fishing ponds, hiking trails, and organized activities for guests of all ages.
What types of glamping accommodations are available in Indianapolis?
The Indianapolis area offers diverse glamping accommodations to suit various preferences. Oak Ridge Camping Area — Morgan-Monroe State Forest provides a more natural glamping experience with upgraded sites that maintain a connection to nature while offering amenities beyond basic camping. For luxury cabin options, eXplore Brown County features well-appointed cabins in a scenic setting. The region's glamping inventory includes safari-style canvas tents with real beds, tiny houses with modern conveniences, treehouses for elevated experiences, and fully-equipped cabins with kitchenettes and private bathrooms. Many sites offer climate-controlled accommodations with electricity, allowing for comfortable stays regardless of weather conditions.
Where can I find glamping sites near Indianapolis?
Indianapolis offers several glamping options within easy driving distance. Friends O' Mine Campground & Cabins provides comfortable cabin accommodations with a welcoming community atmosphere and evening fire pit gatherings. For those willing to venture slightly further, Brown County-Nashville KOA offers an excellent glamping experience with clean facilities and a peaceful setting. Other notable glamping destinations include Heartland Resort near Greenfield with premium accommodations and Raceview Family Campground close to Indianapolis. Most glamping sites are concentrated within a 30-60 minute drive from downtown Indianapolis, making them perfect for weekend getaways without venturing too far from the city.
How much does glamping in Indianapolis cost?
Glamping costs around Indianapolis vary based on accommodation type and amenities. At White River Campground, premium waterfront sites with concrete pads, 30/50 amp hookups, fire rings, and picnic tables typically range from $40-60 per night. For more luxurious experiences at places like Heartland Resort, prices can reach $80-150 per night depending on the season and accommodation type. Most glamping sites require deposits when booking, and many offer weekly or monthly rates at discounted prices. Holiday weekends and summer months generally command premium rates, while shoulder seasons (spring and fall) offer better values. Some locations provide membership programs that can reduce costs for frequent visitors.
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