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Turkey Run State Park Campground in Marshall, Indiana provides accommodations for camping but lacks dedicated horse facilities. The campground features 270 electric sites with amenities including drinking water, showers, toilets, and a sanitary dump station. Sites vary in levelness, with some uneven terrain particularly in wooded areas. Campground loops include Twin Oaks and Turkey Hollow, with the latter offering more spacious sites. Reviews indicate excellent trail systems within the park, though these trails are primarily for hiking rather than horseback riding. The campground's location approximately one mile west of the park entrance allows easy access to park features.
Mill Creek Park in Marshall, Illinois offers camping facilities within reasonable driving distance from Marshall, Indiana. The park provides electric hookups, drinking water, toilets, and showers for campers. While the campground accommodates various camping styles including tent, RV, and cabin options, it does not feature horse corrals or specialized equestrian facilities. The park maintains clean restrooms and shower facilities. The campground provides water hookups at sites and includes trash service. Access options include drive-in, boat-in, and walk-in entry points, making it versatile for different arrival methods but not specifically designed for horse trailer access or equine accommodation.
"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)."
"Turkey Run is arguably the most popular campground (and state park) in Indiana and has its pros and cons."
Available next weekend
from $20 - $52 / night
"Site 91 was tucked away in a more forested area away from RVs. Did a nice kayaking loop using their service. Had everything you needed, very chill experience. Will return fsho."
"That being said it did seem a little tight in certain area we were in but we drove around and rest of campground looked awesome!"
from $35 / night
"Incredible people who will gladly be your new best friend, super clean, Great Lake to be on, tons of trails to hike."
TravelerGreat 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!
GuideVery nice and quiet. Beautiful scenery with nice walking trails. Not sure if it’s due to the government shut down but when we arrived, we had to turn around and go back to the main park office in order to register instead of the little office that is at the entrance of the campground. We are only staying one night and off to our next destination.
LegendTurkey Run State Park. Arguably one of the top 5 state parks in Indiana.
Lots of hiking opportunities, including the fabulous Trail 3 which should be a National Trail IMO. Go hike early before 10 am. This area gets crazy busy after that.
Nice nature center.
2 covered bridges.
A swimming pool in season.
A historic inn with a restaurant. You can rent cabins also.
The Lusk home has tours every Saturday in season.
The campground is a mile or so west of the entrance to the park.
Electric only. 270 sites. Water is available.
There's modern bath houses with hot showers.
We were site 218, which is technically the Turkey Hollow area. The bath house there was clean. We liked our loop for spacious sites( for a state park).
The Twin Oaks loop seemed denser.
There's a double dump near the exit. There's also one dump at the end of a loop by site 60. We were happy the other 4 campers trying to dump forgot about it!
Trail 7 access is also at the end by site 44. It's not marked on the map.
The camp store has the usual camping supplies & gift items. Ice & wood.
We enjoyed our weekend here! Even though it rained Saturday.
ScoutNice campground electric hookups my 34' travel trailer fit nicely
GuideThis park is just other-worldly. We loved it. 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. It was pretty crowded but people were respectful.
As for our campsite, it was really nice. 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.
The bathrooms were okay. They were older but seemed to be fairly well maintained. The only complaint I had was that there wasn't enough counter space to set down items for getting ready, but that is minor.
Overall, wonderful park.
GuideThis campground was reasonably priced, had clean facilities and quite unusual and intesting hiking nearby. There are multiple trails and some quite challenging ones. No water hookups at the site but all except the "youth sites" had 110, 30, and 50 amp power. I was able to charge my ev without issue. Sites tried from all concrete to a dusty dirt and rock tent area, and all had old wood picnic tables. While the hiking was incredible, the maps of the trails were poor and not up to date, with some trails not on map at all. On one trail part of it went through box canyons up an active, though trickling, stream bed.
ScoutWe took our van and stayed at Turkey Run for a three night weekend. We were in a wooded section and it was pretty private however our site was pretty sloped. Next time I would probably pick the site on either side of 167.
As some other reviews stated, watch out for the raccoons. Those guys are not afraid of anything.
Also, the open, grassy area sites don’t offer any privacy. If that’s what you’re looking for, try to get a wooded site on the outsides that back up to woods. The majority of those have a decent number of trees separating you from the site next to you.
The bathrooms were super clean and the showers were hot with good water pressure.
We hiked Trail 3 with our dog, but we cut off early before the ladders using Trail 10. Our dog did pretty well in the section of Trail 3 before the ladders, and be prepared to get wet :)
In order to avoid crowds on the trails, we got there Thursday night so we could hike Friday morning / early afternoon. Saturday we rented a canoe from a canoe place right down the road from the campground. It was great and once we saw the crowds at the beach area of the park on Saturday afternoon, we were super glad we had been canoeing all day instead of fighting crowds at the park.
I would definitely recommend visiting Turkey Run State Park!
ScoutWhen I was younger this is the place the family would go. For fishing, hiking, and just being in nature . Has some really great trails, and if you stay at the campground itself , it has activities for the youguns ‘. When ever I am in the neighborhood, I will stop by for a weekend in a tent. Near a roaring campfire and widdle some thing out of a piece of wood. It’s peaceful, yet you’re not alone. It isn’t entirely off grid. I prefer BLM myself. But if you’re going to hit a “camp ground” this is one of my favorites.
GuideTurkey Run is a fabulous state park with a nice campground. My only complaint about the campground is that many sites are in an open, level area without a lot of trees or bushes between them. You don’t have a lot of privacy. Two sections of the campground, with the higher numbered sites, are much more wooded. If I go again, I will try to be there!
But the campground has two large modern bathrooms that are cleaned regularly. It also has clean well maintained vault toilets throughout the campground. Best of all, from the back of the campground you can access Trail 7, a moderate level trail that leads unexpectedly to a small stream running past a recessed cave. It’s a peaceful spot.
Be advised that a “moderate” hike at Turkey Run can be challenging, with plenty of steps up and down the hillsides. Many of the trails go along stream beds, so you often need to make your way across the rocks to avoid wet feet. Be prepared with hiking boots and sticks.
There are two covered bridges on the edges of the park. Be sure to check them out!
The Marshall, Indiana region offers camping in a transitional landscape where the Central Till Plain meets the Wabash Lowland, creating diverse terrain for outdoor recreation. Campsites in this area range from 500-700 feet in elevation with moderate humidity during summer months. Several campgrounds near Marshall provide alternatives for travelers seeking equestrian facilities and varied camping experiences.
Canoe Sugar Creek: Turkey Run State Park offers water recreation opportunities with multiple canoe trip options on Sugar Creek. "We rented a canoe from a canoe place right down the road from the campground. It was great and once we saw the crowds at the beach area of the park on Saturday afternoon, we were super glad we had been canoeing all day instead of fighting crowds at the park," notes Samantha S. about Turkey Run State Park Campground.
Explore challenging hiking trails: The unique geology creates distinctive hiking experiences. "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," reports Kaley A. The trails feature box canyons, streambeds, and varying difficulty levels.
Fishing opportunities: Local waterways support fishing activities for campers. "Turkey Run State Park is a huge campground just north of Terre Haute. Sugar Creek runs through the park for fishing and canoeing. The suspension footbridge across Sugar Creek is cool," explains Joel R. The creek provides multiple recreational activities in one location.
Private wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the secluded spots available. "We took our van and stayed at Turkey Run for a three night weekend. We were in a wooded section and it was pretty private. Next time I would probably pick the site on either side of 167," shares Samantha S. She adds, "If you're looking for [privacy], try to get a wooded site on the outsides that back up to woods."
Corner campsites for extra space: Strategic site selection can enhance the camping experience. "Booked late for this one but ended up with a great corner spot in the middle of a turn off from the main drive," reports Monica C. about her stay at Turkey Run. Corner spots often provide additional space and fewer neighboring campers.
Clean facilities: Turkey Run Canoe & Camping maintains well-kept grounds according to visitors. "I've stayed here several times. The grounds are well kept and the owners are just nice people," notes Ed D. Though not specifically designed for equestrian camping near Marshall, Indiana, the site offers comfortable amenities for general camping.
Site terrain varies significantly: Level sites can be hard to find in some areas. "The 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. The site was huge but given the unevenness it would be difficult for tents," advises Michelle M. about site #35 at Turkey Run.
Wildlife awareness needed: Local wildlife may approach camping areas. "Watch out for the raccoons. Those guys are not afraid of anything," warns Samantha S. Proper food storage and waste disposal help prevent unwanted animal encounters.
Seasonal considerations: Most local campgrounds have limited operating seasons. Mill Creek Park in Marshall, Illinois provides an alternative when looking for equine facilities near Marshall, Indiana, though specific horse accommodations are limited. As one visitor notes, "Incredible people who will gladly be your new best friend, super clean, Great Lake to be on, tons of trails to hike."
Arrive early for trail access: Timing affects crowd levels on popular trails. "In order to avoid crowds on the trails, we got there Thursday night so we could hike Friday morning/early afternoon," recommends Samantha S. Weekday visits generally provide a more relaxed experience for families with children.
Choose sites near facilities: Location within the campground matters for convenience. Kaley A. shares, "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."
Evaluate trail difficulty: Not all trails are suitable for younger children. While describing the trails at Turkey Run Canoe & Camping, Rowan G. notes they "did a nice kayaking loop using their service" and found the experience "very chill." Alternative activities may be better for families with very young children.
Electrical hookup details: Understanding power options prevents issues. "All sites are electric at Turkey Run. $23 per night. The campground is located in a mature tree woods, so some sites are not as level as others," explains Joel R. RVers should prepare leveling equipment.
Campground access considerations: Site access varies by location. At Turkey Run Canoe & Camping, Scott B. advises, "The sites are difficult to get into and although they allow one car on the site there is barely room for that one car." He adds that "There is portable water at the entrance but the road coming and going to the campsite is only wide enough for one rig."
Cell service varies by provider: Connectivity differs within campgrounds. Monica C. reports from Turkey Run, "I have AT&T service and had no problem with cell service, my husband has Verizon and his was spotty." RVers relying on cellular data should check coverage for their specific provider.
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