Cabin camping near Milan, Indiana provides access to Brookville Lake and several creek and river settings throughout southeastern Indiana. Most cabin areas sit at elevations between 800-950 feet, offering moderate seasonal temperature changes with summer highs typically reaching 85-90°F and winter lows dropping to 20-30°F. Rainfall averages 42 inches annually, creating lush wooded settings where cabins are often situated among tall pine, oak, and maple trees.
What to do
Fishing at Whitewater Lake: Multiple access points allow anglers to cast from shorelines or launch boats at Whitewater Memorial State Park Campground, where you can fish for bass, bluegill and crappie. "Whitewater Memorial State Park is located close to Liberty Indiana and is our favorite between the two major parks on Brookville Lake. It has water access to both Brookville and Whitewater lakes," notes one visitor.
Hiking trail system: The trails at Winton Woods Campground connect with a 1.7-mile paved walking path perfect for morning or evening strolls from your cabin. "There is a walking/bike path throughout the park. It's great for exploring," mentions one camper, while another adds, "There are miles of paved and rustic hiking trails."
River activities: At Hidden Paradise Campground, cabin guests can enjoy both river and quarry swimming. "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, but also enjoy the quarry lake with inflatables & paddle boats," writes one repeat visitor.
What campers like
Lake swimming access: The beach at General Butler State Resort Park provides a designated swimming area near cabin accommodations. "There was a pool available for free to any of the campers," reports one visitor, while another notes, "The lodge lets campers use the pool 4-7 pm for free which is nice."
Shaded cabin locations: Many cabins at Follow The River RV Resort include natural shade protection from summer heat. "There is a tree for shade at every lot, a picnic table at every lot and water access as well," explains one camper, with another adding, "Nice pull through close to the pool and bathrooms. Quiet during the week."
Level, maintained sites: Cabin areas are typically well-maintained with concrete or gravel pads. "This is a very nice campground with hood clean sites. Several pull throughs available. A lake to fish in, and a nice pool," shares one visitor. Another mentions the campground is "super well taken care of" and "super beautiful and spacious."
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Several cabin facilities operate on limited schedules. Thousand Trails Indian Lakes runs "April 1 to November 1," requiring advance planning for spring and fall visits.
Mixed cabin standards: Cabin types vary significantly between locations, from primitive to deluxe. "The campground also has fabulous cabins at a reasonable price. Our friends without campers join us in the cabins," writes one Hidden Paradise visitor.
Weekend booking pressure: Holiday weekends fill rapidly at most parks. "Get your ideal site early during busy season," advises one Winton Woods visitor, noting "check in was nice you had to pick whether you were KOA or Thousand Trails then go pick a spot they didn't know what was available."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Choose cabins near recreation areas for easier family logistics. "Playground equipment looked new and safe, workers were friendly, and bathrooms were clean," notes one visitor to Whitewater Memorial, while another mentions "There are two parks for kids to play at and a lot of room to walk just around the campgrounds."
Halloween festivities: Book fall weekends for special activities at some parks. "We love the Halloween festivities! It is so fun to see all the costumes and the decorations all over the campground. We plan to make it an annual tradition!" shares a Versailles State Park camper.
Waterfront cabin selection: Some cabin areas offer direct water access for family activities. "We came in at 10 pm in search for our site. It's about a 1/2 mile from the main road. It's a big place we noticed at daylight. Nice playground, appears they have some cabins to be rented, some sites were on the water," explains a Morgan's Outdoor Adventures visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site selection considerations: When booking cabin accommodations at Winton Woods Campground, experienced campers recommend examining the layout carefully. "Some sites have a lot of room and others are super close to neighboring sites," reports one visitor. Another adds: "No privacy between sites. And booking was the worst I've had at any campground."
Bathroom facilities: Plan accordingly as bathroom quality varies between cabin locations. "The bathrooms having regular working toilets and showers. The bathrooms are very nice," explains a Follow The River RV Resort visitor, while another camper notes: "Bathhouses were very clean."
