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Lake Haven Retreat
Well maintained and quiet campground. There is no tent camping but it has large pull through sites and they can accommodate large RVs
Best Campgrounds near Lawrence, IN
Campgrounds around Lawrence, Indiana primarily consist of established facilities with varying levels of amenities rather than dispersed camping options. The Indianapolis KOA in nearby Greenfield offers tent sites, RV hookups, cabin rentals, and glamping accommodations approximately 20 miles east of Lawrence. Other options include the Indiana State Fairgrounds Campground in Indianapolis, providing urban camping with electrical and water hookups, and White River Campground in Cicero with boat-in access and glamping facilities. Most campgrounds in this region maintain standard amenities including drinking water, electric hookups, and fire rings.
Many campgrounds in the Lawrence area operate seasonally, with Indianapolis KOA running from March through mid-November while others like Lake Haven Retreat and Mounds State Park remain open year-round. "Clean, great spots," noted one camper about their experience at Indianapolis KOA. Reservations are recommended, particularly during summer weekends when facilities reach capacity. The region experiences typical Midwestern seasonal variations with hot, humid summers and cold winters that affect camping comfort and availability. Most sites provide 50-amp electrical service, making them suitable for larger RVs, though proximity to highways sometimes results in traffic noise.
Campers consistently mention the family-friendly atmosphere at many facilities near Lawrence. The Indianapolis KOA receives particular praise for its amenities geared toward children. According to one visitor, "Very nice campground with lots of activities for the family. Nice playgrounds and a pool with lots of water features for the kids." Several campgrounds feature water recreation opportunities, including fishing at Pine Lake Camping and swimming pools at KOA facilities. While sites offer varying levels of privacy, most maintain standard amenities like picnic tables and fire rings. For those seeking more natural surroundings, Mounds State Park Campground provides hiking trails and natural features approximately 30 miles northeast of Lawrence, though reviews indicate the more developed campgrounds closer to Indianapolis tend to be busier and more developed.
Best Camping Sites Near Lawrence, Indiana (79)
1. Indianapolis KOA
22 ReviewsLawrence, IN6 milesWebsite+1 (317) 894-1397$60 - $80 / night
"It’s very close to an interstate so it’s not exactly a picturesque setting. The pricing seems high for what it is. Walking distance to Mount Comfort RV Dealership."
"Clean and friendly..easy access to the highway..a lot of transient sites..nice pool!"
2. S and H Campground
12 ReviewsGreenfield, IN9 milesWebsite+1 (317) 326-3208"Perfect distance from speedway."
"My experience at this location has been fun and staff is helpful could be a little cleaner but would camp there again."
3. White River Campground
22 ReviewsCicero, IN18 milesWebsite+1 (317) 770-4430$16 - $37 / night
"First of all it's very clean which is surprising for Indiana. Back up to the river. Great views. Free hot showers! Quiet. Feels secluded though close to town. Good price too."
"White River Campground is a county owned park within 15 minutes small town Indiana (Cicero) complete with a small town grocery and dollar general. Within 20 minutes or Walmart and Grocery stores."
4. Glo Wood Campground
6 ReviewsPendleton, IN12 milesWebsite+1 (317) 485-5239$28 / night
"Our spot, like all around us was very long and nice, wide space between campers. We camped with a 38 foot travel trailer and a 20 foot Ford F250, and still had room(about the size of a golf cart)."
"It's just far enough off the beaten path, but close enough to everything."
5. Indiana State Fairgrounds Campground
4 ReviewsIndianapolis, IN8 milesWebsite+1 (317) 927-7503$40 / night
6. Lake Haven Retreat
8 ReviewsBeech Grove, IN17 milesWebsite+1 (317) 783-5267$60 / night
"We attended a wedding at the Scottish Cathedral in the center of downtown Indy and from the campground, it was a nice drive into the city off the interstate that only took about 20 min."
"Close to the city without being “in it”. We would stay here again."
7. Mystic Waters Campground
4 ReviewsPendleton, IN15 milesWebsite+1 (765) 221-1078"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."
"Lake at the campground is great to float around in on a hot summer day. We enjoyed the bus ride both days to see Dave Matthews Band."
8. Heartland Resort
2 ReviewsGreenfield, IN9 milesWebsite+1 (317) 326-31819. Mounds State Park Campground
18 ReviewsAnderson, IN26 milesWebsite+1 (765) 642-6627$20 - $28 / night
"Nice state park in Indiana. Only offering electric hook up. Water locations could block traffic if camper does not park accurately. Store at Check in offered necessities. Hiking trails were nice."
"This is a nice state park outside of Anderson In. It has nice walking trails and is on the White river. There is a gorgeous swimming pool. The bath house is clean, but not the best."
10. Pine Lake Fishing & Camping Resort
2 ReviewsPendleton, IN15 milesWebsite+1 (765) 778-2697"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!!"
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Recent Reviews near Lawrence, IN
311 Reviews of 79 Lawrence Campgrounds
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LegendIndianapolis KOA
Super Deluxe Sites are Worth It
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. Check-in was quick and easy, and we proceeded to deluxe Paw Pen Site D55, a pull-through with full hookups. We’ve stayed at KOAs with Paw Pens before, but this location had the largest fenced dog area we’ve seen to date, which was a nice surprise. Cell coverage was solid with 3 bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile. The campground has a lot of mature trees, so satellite service could be challenging depending on site location. For this overnight stay, we used our T-Mobile Home Internet and saw 35.4 Mbps download speeds instead of deploying Starlink. Campground Wi-Fi was available but slow at 3.89 Mbps download. The laundry room was clean and well maintained, with large washers and dryers. There was signage noting that the well water may stain white clothing, but we washed some white items without any issues. Take a few minutes to read the campground rules—they’re surprisingly hilarious and worth the laugh. Overall, this was a great overnight stop and one of the better KOA stays we’ve had.
- MMichael M.Scout
Glo Wood Campground
Easy layover
This place is under new management. New owners are great. Good spot for a layover, or place to stay if at a concert or something else in the area. It's just far enough off the beaten path, but close enough to everything.
Bodean D.ScoutKamp Modoc
What would you expect from Camping?
Do you have kids? They have it covered, from playground, to lake with inflatables, train rides, Holiday fun.
Adults? I see Cornhole every weekend, Campfires, Holiday Events, Golf Cart Parades, DJ's or Live Bands on the weekend, Friendly Seasonal Folks always up for a good time.
Ameneties? Bath Houses, Laundry, General Store, Small Grill and Pizza Oven. (Pizza is not half bad either).
Amish make their presence felt on a few weekends throughout the season, from fresh Bakery Goods to a Healthy Sized Sausage Egg Biscuit. (You won't be disappointed)
Food Trucks on a few weekends throughout the season.
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RangerBill Monroe Memorial Music Park & Campground
Festival Fun!
We stayed here for the 1st Annual HikerFest and had a blast! 106 of our little Hikers took up the majority of the park. The full-timers that stay here for the season were very kind and cordial; freely giving of advice on local attractions to see and things to do during our stay. The museum was really interesting! They gave a great tour with lots of stories about country legends. The bath house was clean and tidy. The showers were ok. Porta-potties throughout the campground, not so much… Campsites are close together and without privacy, some more level than others. Try to grab a spot near the trees for a bit of shade. Great music. Awesome weekend!
- MMike K.Scout
Glo Wood Campground
Rip off
Overall, this Campground rips people off. As a Traveling worker I despise places like this. I gave this Campground, a$200 deposit with the intent of Renting a site for a month from them. I was supposed to move onto site in approximately a week and a half and had to cancel as I found another campground that was closer to my job site. They had my deposit approximately two days to which they were supposedly receiving a huge amount of phone calls regarding the open site Turning people down left and right. When I asked for my deposit bank, they wanted to tell me it was nonrefundable because they are losing out on money by me canceling. I would be more understanding if they had the site open but the owner it was booked all the way until I was going to move onto site. I was never told my deposit was not refundable. As a traveler, I warn other monthly campers about this place as the Owners will rip you off no problem
Laura W.
GuideSummit Lake State Park Campground
Summit lake state park
Its an ok park. The water is shared with your neighbor, so be sure to have a lo g hose. The showers were sketchy. I wouldn't use them personally. Wecsaw a couple of unattended fires smoldering in empty campsites. And we paid for an overnight reservation. Came in around 5pm. They charged us $7 for day use. I dont think you should have to pay for day use ANYWHERE that you've paid an overnight reservation. We are through travelers and its just plain irritating to me.
- David C.Scout
Mystic Waters Campground
Great campground for RVs and cabins
This is a great campground for RVs and cabins, but unfortunately not for tents as the highway 69 is too noisy. Also there are not a lot of trees.
Lisa M.LegendSummit Lake State Park Campground
Peaceful park and great hiking trails
Although we only spent one night here during the week, the campground seemed very peaceful and quiet, even though there were quite a few campers. Sites 1 through 74 seem to be a lot more level and larger, but they were in a sort of an open area with very little shade. The rest of the sites were fairly unlevel, but were in shaded areas. I would think a rig more than 31 or 32 feet long would have difficulty maneuvering around the curve at the end of the second loop. We are a 30ft. Fifth wheel and it was pretty tight for us. Lots of trees. The showers were your typical camp showers not great but not horrible. There was a large lake that one could enjoy fishing on. Also some great hiking trails in the area.
Guide to Lawrence
Established campgrounds dominate the Lawrence, Indiana camping scene with several facilities operating within a 40-mile radius of the city. The region features mostly flat terrain with elevations ranging from 800-900 feet above sea level, creating accessible camping conditions year-round. Most campsites near Lawrence are situated on former agricultural land, resulting in open layouts with limited natural shade.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Pine Lake Fishing & Camping Resort offers lakefront access for anglers. "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!" reports one visitor.
Trail exploration: Mounds State Park Campground provides historical and natural hiking options. "I love the trails and the mounds. We will try a nearby kayak rental place next time," notes a camper who appreciates the educational aspects of the park.
Water recreation: White River Campground features river access for boating. "White river campground has boat launching. Campground is on the white river, offers boat launching," explains a reviewer who appreciated the water activities available.
What campers like
Equine encounters: Indianapolis KOA offers unique animal interactions. "Our favorite part is visiting with Fred and Rain, the friendly onsite horses who are always ready for head rubs and snacks," shares an enthusiastic camper.
Clean facilities: Mounds State Park receives praise for its maintenance standards. "The sites were immaculate. The bathrooms some of the cleanest I've seen anywhere!" explains a first-time camper testing their new equipment.
Family activities: S and H Campground provides extensive entertainment options. "Very nice campground. They have a little section full of carnival like rides. Several playgrounds! Campground big and spacious," notes a visitor who found the layout accommodating.
What you should know
Urban camping realities: Indiana State Fairgrounds Campground offers convenience with trade-offs. "This was a one night stop when traveling thru Indiana. We got to the fairgrounds after dark. We had to make 3 laps around the fairgrounds before we found the entrance then there was no clear signage to the camping area," warns one camper about navigation challenges.
Bathroom conditions: Quality varies significantly between facilities. "The only thing we didn't like was the bathroom conditions. The floor tiles were breaking off and there was certainly a mold issue," notes a reviewer about S and H Campground.
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "It is one of our favorites," says a repeat visitor about White River Campground, highlighting why advance booking is essential, especially for weekend stays from May through September.
Tips for camping with families
Water features: Mystic Waters Campground offers swimming options during hot summer months. "Lake at the campground is great to float around in on a hot summer day," shares a visitor who used the lake for recreation.
Educational opportunities: Mounds State Park combines camping with learning. "Located in Chesterfield, IN the park is small but has a lot of historical, geographical and natural information to be had. There are programs offered also at the nature center," explains a camper who found it ideal for educational outings.
Entertainment options: Indianapolis KOA includes dedicated kid-friendly amenities. "The pool is delightful especially for littles who will enjoy the fountains and big pouring bucket," notes a family that appreciates the water features designed for children.
Tips from RVers
Site conditions: Lake Haven Retreat offers well-maintained infrastructure. "The sites were all nice and level with a crushed stone base. Our site had a nice grass lawn near the water," describes an RV camper who stayed for an extended visit.
Power reliability: Voltage stability can be an issue during peak usage periods. "We had 50amp service and measured 119vac with both a/c units running," reports a Lake Haven Retreat visitor who monitored their electrical service.
Campground layout: Site dimensions vary widely between facilities. "Pads are paved but narrow. Roads are narrow. Next to airport. We stayed at site 11. It's a 50 amp. Liked the woods view. Our 41 ft 5th wheel fit with room," explains an RVer at Mounds State Park describing the spatial limitations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Lawrence, IN?
Which is the most popular campground near Lawrence, IN?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Lawrence, IN is Indianapolis KOA with a 4.3-star rating from 22 reviews.
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