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    Blackwell Campground in Hoosier National Forest offers free horse camping with multiple corrals and hitching posts specifically designed for equestrians. The large, open field layout accommodates both horse trailers and various camping setups including tents and RVs with ample space for horses. Vault toilets and trash facilities are maintained regularly, though no water hookups or electric connections are available. Horse owners typically park where they choose in the spacious grassy area, with plenty of room for large rigs and trailers. The campground remains uncrowded on weekdays, allowing campers to spread out with considerable distance between sites. Generators from horse trailers occasionally create noise, though most visitors report peaceful, quiet camping experiences.

    Trail access directly from the campground connects riders to miles of designated horse trails through Hoosier National Forest. Two trailheads begin at the campground's edge, providing immediate riding opportunities without needing to transport horses. The 14-day stay limit allows for extended trail exploration throughout the surrounding wilderness areas. Yellowwood State Forest, located approximately 30 minutes away, offers an additional 12 primitive horse campsites with access to extensive trail systems. Most equestrian campers bring their own water supply for horses, as drinking water is not available at Blackwell. The ground remains level and well-maintained, making it suitable for both overnight stays and longer camping trips with horses. First-come, first-served availability means no reservations are required or accepted.

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      1. Blackwell Campground — Hoosier National Forest

      4.4(23)41mi from Linton28 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Close to town but also right off some amazing trails! Sometimes the horse trailers get loud with generators but it is a horse camp ground!"

      "We arrived near dusk on a Friday. The entrance is clearly marked and road is gravel but well maintained. The site is open space with soft, well maintained grass and no muddy areas."

      2. Spring Mill State Park Campground

      4.4(24)45mi from Linton223 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Spring Mill State park is a little piece of history that is in the heart of southern Indiana. Here you will find a working frontier village."

      "Open space, close to facilities and water pump, Ground was mostly flat, slightly shady in the afternoon, and very peaceful."

      from $20 - $50 / night

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      3. Yellowwood State Forest

      4.3(15)45mi from Linton1 siteRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "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."

      "Peaceful little place but unfortunately it rained but we made the best of it, there’s some secluded spots where you can stay away from others or stay in the more general areas, nice lake to fish and we"

      from $225 / night

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      4. Charles C. Deam Wilderness

      4.6(9)42mi from LintonTents

      "A staple of our state here in Indiana. Unfortunately due to some storm damage, trails were rerouted or straight up inaccessible. Great places to find and set up camp."

      "I had the awesome experience to hammock camp on the Patton cave trail, along the creek that winds the length of that trail. It was a strenuous hike to pack in/out of, but was beautiful scenery."

      5. Red Hills Lake State Park — Red Hills State Park

      4.2(10)42mi from LintonRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Water is near by to fill up. It is quite place. Beautiful views. Lake is near by to fish. If you have kids they have play ground to play on. Host are very nice and welcoming."

      "Lots of trails it seems. Lake is nice sized but not too big. Wish the restaurant was open, but told it may be next Spring."

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      6. Ransburg Scout Reservation

      4.8(4)39mi from LintonTents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Located on Monroe lake, they have canoeing, row boats, sailboats, motor boats, and skiing.
      Lots of fun activities to do, and great hiking trails. Their mess hall is top notch."

      "Our Boy Scout troop enjoyed visiting this location. It was well maintained and the staff was helpful."

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      7. Oblong Park and Lake

      4.0(4)40mi from LintonRVs, Tents

      "Very humble rural park with a quiet atmosphere and Great Lake for fishing. The people of oblong are also the friendliest around!"

      "There's lots of playgrounds for kids and a big lake to fish or stroll around as well. Big thumbs up👍"

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      8. Hoosier National Forest Southern Point Loop Campground

      5.0(1)38mi from LintonRVs, Tents, Cabins
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      9. Horse Camp Rd Dispersed

      4.5(2)47mi from LintonRVs, Tents

      10. Mill Creek Park

      5.0(1)45mi from LintonRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Incredible people who will gladly be your new best friend, super clean, Great Lake to be on, tons of trails to hike."

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    • Stephen & Theresa B.
      May. 3, 2021

      Yellowwood State Forest

      This is a real Hidden Gem

      Yellowwood State Forest, named for the environmentally unique Yellowwood tree, is 23, 326 acres located 7 miles West of the artist community of Nashville, Indiana. Nestled in the rolling hills of southern Indiana famous for it's fall leaf color displays and gorgeous vistas. Yellowwood offers 79 primitive class c sites in four campground areas adjacent to the 133 acre Yellowwood Lake; Red Pine, White-Oak Hickory, Redbud and Black Gum;$13 per night. There are several potable water stations and pit toilets throughout the campgrounds and one dump station located in Red Bud. The Red Bud area also has a small camp store(not open during our visit, so not sure of their offerings). We did note some ADA accessible sites. Horse camping is also available in 12 class c sites in the Horseman Camp with miles of horse trails. Several picnic areas and shelters in the area; one beautiful location overlooking the lake with stunning brown county stone fireplaces. This park is perfect for tent camping or smaller units; we would not recommend for larger units as most sites are small and unlevel and may challenge your maneuvering skills! 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. The park office facility offers boat(lake is known for good fishing) and kayak rental, ice and firewood. If you need facilities to accommodate your larger rig or feel a need for more amenities; Brown County State Park is just a few miles to the East...but don't pass up planning at least a day trip to enjoy this incredibly beautiful State Forest property. 772 Yellowwood Lake Rd, Nashville, IN 47448 GPS- 39.183995,-86.337878

    • Cynthia K.
      Jun. 27, 2024

      Yellowwood State Forest

      Just did a drive thru

       This is a State Forest campground near Nashville, Indiana. Primitive camping. Pit toilets only. This is by Yellowwood Lake, so boating & fishing opportunities. 

      All these sites are first come, first serve. No reservations. 

      There's a Forest Office with area information & a small display. 

      There's several trails of varying length. 

      Believe it or not- gold panning is a thing here! You need a permit.

      They rent boats at the Forest Office. Electric motor only.

       There's several camping loops. There's a horse camp also. 

      The boat ramp is near the horse camp loop.

       We didn't go down the Red Pine Loop, but did check out White Oak/Redbud& Black Gum.

       Hickory loop is right off the road & the sites are visible from the road. They looked nicely spaced.

      White oak loop had several nice sites. Redbud is close to a building they call a camp store. It may have been many years ago, but not open now.

       Several picnic spots by the lake. The best site in Redbud would be 39. Large site with some shade. I would also say 38, but site 37 is directly behind it. This is the camp host spot, so occupied. These sites are near the pit toilets.

      The best spot in Black Gum would be site 75. Large site at the end of the loop & right by the lake.

       If you go back to Hwy 46 where the road split on your way in, follow the sign to the dam. Just a large earthen dam, but there's trail heads here. There's the Scarce O' Fat Trail which has been mentioned on the Facebook Indiana Hiking page.

      $13 per night regular camping.$16 per night for horseman's.

    • Noah Y.The Dyrt PRO User
      Oct. 18, 2024

      Charles C. Deam Wilderness

      Great for casual/experienced camping and hiking

      A staple of our state here in Indiana. Unfortunately due to some storm damage, trails were rerouted or straight up inaccessible.

      Great places to find and set up camp. We even discovered a few extra hidden sites just by being forced off trails due to the damage.

      Every dispersed camper should add the hikes to the lake to their checklist.

    • Emily H.The Dyrt PRO User
      Aug. 12, 2018

      Blackwell Campground — Hoosier National Forest

      A field with pit toilets. Free but often loud generators from horse trailer

      No set camp spots but great to set up and have no light pollution! Close to town but also right off some amazing trails! Sometimes the horse trailers get loud with generators but it is a horse camp ground!

    • Gary J.
      May. 23, 2022

      Blackwell Campground — Hoosier National Forest

      Perfect

      We arrived near dusk on a Friday. The entrance is clearly marked and road is gravel but well maintained. The site is open space with soft, well maintained grass and no muddy areas. There are no marked sites but there is plenty of room for all types of campers. And there all types of campers there. Of 20 or so campers I saw horse trailers, couple of large RVs, teardrops, tent camping and vehicle camping. There are plenty of fire circles. The vault toilets are super clean and you don’t have to waste time flushing. Bonus - Cell phone reception was good! This is a horse camp where you’re welcome to stay without horses… so for etiquette’s sake please leave the spots with corrals and hitch rails for the horse campers! All in all this was a perfect location, extremely well maintained, not crowded with all types of campers peacefully coexisting.

    • Daisy C.
      Jun. 5, 2020

      Yellowwood State Forest

      Quiet, Peaceful, and Primitive

      Yellowwood state forest campground does not accept reservations. It is first come, first served. 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. The park office does have firewood for sale, but only during open hours, which are limited. There is no camp store, no playgrounds, and no pool. Swimming is not allowed in Yellowwood lake. Each site has a fire ring with grill grate and picnic table. There are four campground loops and a horseman’s campground. Campgrounds have vault toilets and drinking water access. I do not know if water is turned on year-round. There are no modern restrooms. Sites are wooded and fairly level. All sites are primitive. We have only tent camped at Yellowwood, so I can’t say what size travel trailers would fit in the sites. Yellowwood road changes over to gravel once you enter the state forest. It is well maintained. You can also access the forest by Jackson Creek road, but you’re on gravel for longer, and I seem to remember it being a bit rougher. We have camped at Yellowwood several times between 2011-2018. The only time we have ever seen the campground busy is over big holiday weekends like Labor Day, Memorial Day, and 4th of July. Otherwise use is light. We have several times been one of two or three campers in the loop. Several trails are nearby in the state forest, including the Tecumseh Trail. Horse trails are also available. Yellowwood lake is adjacent to the campground and there is a boat ramp, but there are limitations on boating(motor size). Check with the DNR website. Camp here if you like quiet, peaceful camping. You won’t run into a bunch of loud partiers.

    • William S.
      Sep. 20, 2021

      Blackwell Campground — Hoosier National Forest

      Nice, open site in off-season

      Ended up staying on the horse site post-labor day when there were only other tent campers. Site is a wide open and well-groomed, with trails just a short walk (or ride) away.

      Toilets and covered picnic tables nearby.

    • Nikayla C.
      Nov. 6, 2021

      Blackwell Campground — Hoosier National Forest

      Good place!!

      The area is nice and is taken care off. The camp is free and has a 14 day limit. the campground is loop with male and female outhouses and they are kept up nicely. there is also a dumpster at near the entrance of the camp. this is also a horse camp so there are some horse feces around so you have to watch for that. you do not have to have a reservation, i believe it’s just first come first serve. some areas have fire pits, some don’t; you can make one though from rocks. the nearest city is Bloomington which is about 15 miles from camp.

    • Ry M.
      Oct. 21, 2020

      Blackwell Campground — Hoosier National Forest

      Keep driving past the horse camp...

      If you come from the East you will pass horsecamp that only has paid for sites. Continue down the road you will see a sign for a second horse camp skip that as well! If you go to the end and take a right there will be spots at the beggining of the trail heads secluded with fire rings. They are drive in. Much more private as well as no smell of horse poop. lol

    Guide to Linton

    Blackwell Campground in Hoosier National Forest offers free camping in a large open field with space for horse trailers and various camping setups. While primarily designated as a horse camp, all types of campers are welcome at this first-come, first-served location. The campground features clean vault toilets, potable water, and a dumpster for waste disposal. Fire rings are scattered throughout the area, though limited in number, so campers often create their own fire spots from rocks. The campground provides direct access to multiple trailheads that connect to over 15 miles of trails in the surrounding forest. Camping areas remain well-maintained with soft, level grass that accommodates everything from tents to large RVs.

    Horse Camp Road Dispersed camping area in Hoosier National Forest provides additional equestrian camping options near Linton. Trails from both camping areas connect throughout the forest, offering extensive riding opportunities with varied terrain and scenic views. Riders should note that while horse-specific amenities are limited, the spacious layout allows for comfortable trailer parking and room to set up portable corrals or highlines for horses. The trails are well-marked and suitable for riders of various experience levels. During busy periods, particularly weekends, campers should arrive early to secure spots with existing fire rings. Cell phone reception remains surprisingly good at these locations despite their forest setting, allowing riders to stay connected while enjoying the natural surroundings.

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