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    Lebanon, Indiana serves as a starting point for several good camping areas within driving distance. Turkey Run State Park Campground draws many hikers who want to use the trails throughout the park. You'll find clean bathrooms and hot showers there, which helps when staying for multiple days. Summit Lake State Park Campground sits right by the water, making it easy for campers to fish or take boats out. The park has both electric and non-electric sites depending on what setup you need. Weather around Lebanon changes significantly with the seasons - spring and fall tend to be mild and comfortable for camping. Summers get pretty humid, so plan your activities for early morning or evening when it's cooler. Not many people camp during winter because of the cold, though you can still find some open campgrounds. The roads to these camping areas are generally in good condition. It's always smart to check if any roads are closed or under repair before you go. Watch out for raccoons and deer around your campsite - keep your food stored properly to avoid attracting them. Make sure you know the rules about fires and trash at each campground. Lebanon's nearby camping spots work well whether you want quiet time outdoors or more active days.

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    Best Campgrounds near Lebanon (85)

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      1. Old Mill Run Park

      3.8(4)12mi from LebanonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping
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      2. White River Campground

      4.6(25)26mi from LebanonRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "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."

      from $16 - $37 / night

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      3. Acacia Farms

      5.0(1)10mi from Lebanon1 siteCabins

      "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

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      4. Crawfordsville KOA

      3.8(14)24mi from LebanonRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "We arrived at 2am, but they had us all situated for late checkin. The campground itself was very lovely and quiet."

      "Really cute little park with lots of shade and convenient access to Crawfordsville. We were here for a quick stopover, but made friends with several locals spending time here."

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      5. Turkey Run State Park Campground

      4.5(73)42mi from Lebanon212 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Turkey Run is arguably the most popular campground (and state park) in Indiana and has its pros and cons."

      "Much enjoyed hiking some of the trails at Turkey Run State Park near Marshall, Indiana. This is Indiana's 2nd oldest state park, now 100 years old (1916-2016)."

      from $20 - $52 / night

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      6. Shades State Park Campground

      4.1(29)31mi from Lebanon120 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Canopied by the big beautiful Indiana trees. Close to some good hiking trails."

      "Located north of turkey run state park shades offers all the hiking and scenic terrain with less amenities and less crowds. Sugar creek cuts through the ancient sandstone floor creating canyon walls."

      from $14 - $25 / night

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      7. Sugar Creek Campground and Canoe Rental LLC

      3.9(12)24mi from LebanonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "There are few trails looping around for the walks. Most of tent sites got shade. Rv sites all seem to be level, although kind of close together. Nice and clean bathrooms and shower facility."

      "The campsite it very spacious and there’s a decent amount of distance between each site. Sites by the river are especially nice."

      from $30 - $45 / night

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      8. Broadview Lake and Campground

      4.0(2)17mi from LebanonRVs, Tents

      "Majority of the lots are permanent Indiana residents but the option for an impromptu night of camping here is always open."

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      9. Indianapolis KOA

      4.3(22)32mi from LebanonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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!"

      from $60 - $80 / night

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      10. Sugar Creek Campground

      5.0(7)25mi from LebanonRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "It's a nice place to walk around, though we were wandering past empty tent spots so in the busy season it might be less free-form on where you can roam."

      "Very clean and well kept, smaller but with direct access to an awesome creek. Kids played in the creek all day long. Cheap and plentiful firewood. Really friendly and family owned"

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    • Bob H.
      Jul. 25, 2026

      Johnson County Park

      Johnson County Park

      The good: Hosts are very nice. Bath/shower house clean. Close to the city of Franklin, but rural. Not so good: next to an Indiana National Guard site. Was mostly quiet during the week, but louder on weekend. Revelry playing at 6 am, helicopters, etc. Also, be aware, website does not say, but they do not allow tent camping, car camping, makeshift tent trailers, box truck campers etc. But currently allow pop up campers. I have a Sylvan Sport Go and was told I'd have to leave. Eventually allowed me to stay for my reserved time and decided it was a legit enough camper.

    • Moishe F.
      Jul. 3, 2026

      White River Campground

      Amazing campground

      We 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.

    • cThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 30, 2026

      Lake Waveland Park

      Very disappointing

      Arrived Saturday before the Fourth of July entire campground was overgrown trash in our site. I picked up at least 15 beer bottle lids from previous camper. No host to be found. Apparently she drives through but doesn’t stay here we were told there was 30 and 50 amp service. It was first come first serve. We were hoping that the next-door camper would leave on the 28th as his card on the mirror said he had to be out by the 28th but he’s still here and it’s the 30th there is no 50 amp anywhere. We looked in several empty campsites and could not find 50 amp anywhere. We were told later that there is no 50 A on this campground. Bathrooms are disgusting. They have a trough for the water to drain out. One shower is out of order the other one the door is hanging by one hinge honestly, I wouldn’t even go to the bathroom in bath houses. Definitely the worst shower house we’ve ever seen in camping all our years. Heavily wooden camp sites with many dead trees still standing the potential for this campground is high. It’s too bad the owners don’t see this. Anybody can drive in at any time we saw two different campers come in spend the night and leave the next day before the checkout building opened. They did not have placed cards on their mirrors so we feel like they were probably squatting. Since the lake, the beach and the public campground is open and not patrolled, there is a lot of Co19mings and goings.

    • A
      Jun. 28, 2026

      Johnson County Park

      Suddenly things changed

      We was put in a spot because we have a big dog and a special needs daughter and after being here 2 days the host came rudely knocking on my door to tell me check out was 5 minutes ago when I have 2 days left and then said all of a sudden my dog wasn’t allowed

    • Kelly S.
      Jun. 25, 2026

      Prophetstown State Park Campground

      Top notch

      A wonderful campground for families. Spacious lots with privacy, a large bathhouse, plenty of space for riding bikes and walking. And a well-designed dump station made the adults happy!

    • Kevin M.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 12, 2026

      Bachelor Runn Campground

      Jacob the owner is awesomr

      It was great quiet and the owners and maintenance.were great everyone friendly and no problems very peaceful would very much recommend it .

    • CThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 4, 2026

      Turkey Run State Park Campground

      Beautiful park, loved it

      Great little campground, decently spaced spots and lots of thoughtful people in a great area. Would def come back if I go through Indiana again. The lady who works in the shack quickly changed my site to one that fits my rv after pulling in and seeing it was way too small. Thanks again ma’am!

    Guide to Lebanon

    Camping sites near Lebanon, Indiana offer a mix of state park and private campgrounds within 30-45 minutes of town. The region features rolling hills with limestone formations and creek valleys that create diverse camping environments. Most campgrounds sit at elevations between 700-900 feet above sea level, with moderate humidity throughout the camping season from April through October.

    What to do

    Kayaking and canoeing on Sugar Creek: Several campgrounds provide direct creek access with boat rentals. At Sugar Creek Campground, "We rented kayaks for a 3 mile adventure! Owners are super friendly and helpful. I would advise to camp during the week for a less crowded time," shares one visitor.

    Hiking the unique ravine systems: Turkey Run State Park Campground offers distinctive hiking through sandstone canyons and creeks. "This park is just other-worldly. We hiked Trail 3, which has the ladders, and parts of trail 10, 4, and 2. Trail 10 was nothing special but was relatively flat," notes a camper.

    Fishing in stocked ponds: Sugar Creek Campground and Canoe Rental maintains fishing areas for campers. "The creek is loaded with small mouth bass, some large mouth, gar, bluegill, and carp. The campground offers tubing excursions, but I advise booking that in advance, as they sell out of spots often," according to one reviewer.

    What campers like

    Clean facilities: White River Campground receives consistent praise for maintenance. "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," reports one visitor.

    Spacious sites with shade: Many campers appreciate the site layouts at Shades State Park. "Nice quiet campground with spacious sites. Canopied by the big beautiful Indiana trees. Close to some good hiking trails," mentions a reviewer.

    Outdoor activities beyond hiking: Crawfordsville KOA offers additional recreation options. "There is an awesome playground for families with kids. Nice grassy area throughout for your fur babies. Less then a minute off of 1-74 and super close to town for restaurants and stores for supplies," notes a camper.

    What you should know

    Campsite elevation changes: Several campgrounds have uneven terrain. At Turkey Run State Park, "Our site was very uneven. It definitely sloops to the back corner. It was difficult to level our camper but we got it in the end."

    Wildlife encounters: Raccoons are common at campgrounds in the area. "Watch out for the raccoons. Those guys are not afraid of anything," warns one Turkey Run visitor.

    Site selection matters: At Shades State Park Campground, site location affects experience. "Much less popular than Turkey Run this state park is great for hiking! Many trails lead to gorgeous rocky cliffs, the river and a gorgeous waterfall. Love that it's much less populated giving you are your crew more space and less noise."

    Weather variability: The region experiences significant temperature fluctuations in spring and fall. Daytime highs can reach 80°F while nights may drop into the 40s, requiring proper sleeping gear and layered clothing.

    Tips for camping with families

    Water features for kids: Old Mill Run Park provides swimming options. "There's over 350 sites mostly permanent, nice heated outdoor underground pool. There is Putt putt, shuffle board, a large creek and pond to fish in," shares a visitor.

    Playgrounds and activities: Several campgrounds offer dedicated recreation areas. At Sugar Creek Campground, "We love the family friendly atmosphere, and all of the extras they offer for the kids! There is a great pond for fishing, and there are lots of fish to catch!"

    Site selection for families: Consider proximity to bathrooms and level ground for tents. "We had site 94, which was right next to the bathhouse. It had almost a whole extra campsite's worth of space next to it for my kids to run around. It also had a tree for shade and was nice and level."

    Tips from RVers

    Full hookup availability: Different campgrounds offer varying levels of service. "The sites are spacious, the water, sewer, and electric are good. All sites are paved, grounds are great to walk, campground people are nice," notes a White River Campground visitor.

    Leveling challenges: Some campgrounds require extra equipment for leveling. "Not many sites are as level as others" is a common observation across multiple campgrounds, with many recommending bringing leveling blocks.

    Site length considerations: Many campgrounds can accommodate larger rigs but may have tight turns. "Couple tight spots for a long rig (we have a class A 36' +toad) but certainly manageable. WIFI signal was strong, full hook-ups were great," notes a Crawfordsville KOA camper.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What campgrounds are available near Lebanon, Indiana?

    Several quality campgrounds are available within driving distance of Lebanon, Indiana. Broadview Lake and Campground in Colfax is one of the closest options, offering reservable sites with water and toilet facilities. Old Mill Run Park near Thorntown provides a convenient camping option with water access and big-rig-friendly spaces. Other notable options within a reasonable drive include Sugar Creek Campground near Crawfordsville and Johnson County Park. For those willing to travel a bit further, Indiana's state parks like Turkey Run and Shades offer excellent facilities with more recreational opportunities.

    Is Broadview Lake Campground close to Lebanon, Indiana?

    Yes, Broadview Lake and Campground is conveniently close to Lebanon, Indiana, located near Colfax which is approximately 15 miles from Lebanon. This drive-in campground offers reservable sites with water and toilet facilities, making it one of the nearest camping options for Lebanon residents and visitors. For those seeking alternatives in the area, Sugar Creek Campground near Crawfordsville is another option within reasonable driving distance, though slightly farther than Broadview Lake.

    Where can I find tent camping sites around Lebanon, Indiana?

    Turkey Run State Park Campground offers excellent tent camping opportunities within driving distance of Lebanon. As Indiana's second oldest state park, it features both reservable and walk-up tent sites with modern bathrooms and showers. For a less crowded experience, Shades State Park Campground provides spacious tent sites canopied by beautiful trees and offers a more serene atmosphere. Tent campers particularly appreciate the natural setting and proximity to hiking trails that both parks offer. Both locations provide water and toilet facilities, though reservations are recommended, especially during peak season.

    Are there RV parks with full hookups near Lebanon, Indiana?

    Indianapolis KOA near Greenfield offers full hookup sites that accommodate RVs of all sizes, including big rigs. While not immediately adjacent to Lebanon, it's within reasonable driving distance and provides the amenities RV campers need. For a unique experience closer to Indianapolis, Indiana State Fairgrounds Campground offers RV camping with electrical hookups, though spaces can be limited and somewhat small. When traveling with an RV in this area, it's advisable to make reservations in advance, especially during fair events or summer months when availability becomes limited.

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