Glamping accommodations near Mooresville, Indiana range from rustic to upscale with several options within a 50-mile radius. The region sits at approximately 700 feet above sea level in the Central Till Plain, characterized by gently rolling terrain and numerous lakes and reservoirs. Seasonal temperatures vary dramatically, with summer highs regularly reaching the upper 80s from June through August while winter camping often faces below-freezing temperatures.
What to do
Canoeing and tubing on Sugar Creek: Turkey Run State Park Campground offers water recreation opportunities beyond hiking. "Turkey Run State Park is a huge campground (over 200 sites) just north of Terre Haute. Sugar Creek runs through the park for fishing and canoeing. The suspension footbridge across Sugar Creek is cool. Sugar Creek is also great for floating with inner tubes, canoes, or kayaks," notes camper Joel R.
Mountain biking and hiking trails: The region contains extensive trail systems across multiple parks. "We are very close to the Brown County frisbee golf course as well as the brown county state park where mountain biking and hiking is top notch. Yellowwood lake is ~10 minutes away as is Lake Lemon. Lake Monroe is about 30 minutes away as well," explains Riley F. from Hoosiers On The Ridge.
Archery practice: Some recreation areas maintain specialized sporting facilities. At Cecil M Harden Lake, "We love camping here! Lots to do. Love the archery range," says nicole B., highlighting activities beyond standard camping recreation.
What campers like
Modern bathrooms and facilities: Clean facilities rank highly in camper reviews. At Indianapolis KOA, "Everything you would expect from a KOA: clean, easy in-and-out, all the amenities. We stayed two nights during the week, but it was spring break, and the campground was still quiet and orderly. Wi-fi worked, cable didn't (but they did try to help us out - we had the wrong cable)," reports Georgeann D.
Secluded camping areas: For those seeking quieter glamping close to Mooresville, Indiana, Morgan-Monroe State Forest offers more isolated options. "This campground is decent if you get one of the few good spots. Many sites are small and can only accommodate a tent. Has water and vault toilets. This campground typically remains available as an overflow camping area but is still a good spot," states Joe B.
Convenient location: Proximity to attractions matters for many. "We used this campground as a home base to visit downtown Indy. 20 minutes to downtown attractions," notes Tom O. about Indianapolis KOA's strategic position for urban exploration.
What you should know
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the region have uneven terrain. At Turkey Run State Park Campground, "We stayed at site #35. It is in a very quiet, off the main road, in a circle, in full shade. It's is very close to the restroom but a distance from the camp store and dumpster. The site was clean and well equipped with a fire ring and picnic table. The site is very uneven. It definitely sloops to the back corner. It's was difficult to level our camper but we got it in the end," warns Michelle M.
Military training noise: Some campgrounds have unique noise considerations. At Camp Atterbury Campground, "If you don't mind fireing guns 24/7 it's a great little place," mentions Jeff G., highlighting the military base sounds that persist throughout the day.
Wildlife concerns: Expect to encounter local wildlife during your glamping experience. "We stayed in the hideaway loop and it was perfect. Lots of wildlife, so pack your food up right," advises Stacey S. about Cecil M Harden Lake.
Tips for camping with families
Check pool availability: For summer glamping with children, water amenities matter. "The splash pad / water park was fun, but was not a pool. It only goes to 3 feet so if you want to swim this is not for you. The water was cold but my kiddos finally got in and had fun on the slides," explains Megan T. about Indianapolis KOA.
Select wooded sites for privacy: Site selection affects family comfort. "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 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," advises Samantha S.
Book well in advance: Popular campgrounds fill quickly during peak season. "We called for reservations less than two weeks in advance, and they only had one site left," notes GP about Brown County-Nashville KOA.
Tips from RVers
Size restrictions apply: Large RVs face limitations at many campgrounds. "The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is, we are RV campers and there are only about 5 sites we could get in to. Our camper is about 25' and it was tight get in and out of the campground. If you have a small camper (15' or smaller) there would more sites. There is a dump station, but I barely got in to dump. So not real RV friendly," cautions Ron H. about Morgan-Monroe State Forest.
Site surface considerations: Pad material affects comfort at glamping sites near Mooresville. "The 'patio' pad for the picnic table is 12" concrete blocks. It was mostly level, but not near the edge near our tow vehicle. Tripped a few times; these blocks should be redone," reports GP about Brown County-Nashville KOA.
Water quality varies: Some campgrounds have water issues RVers should prepare for. "Adorable little hideaway. Hosts were super! Campground is peaceful and scenic. Water had a funny smell, however. But, would stay again for sure," notes Natalie about Cloverdale RV Park.
