Best Tent Camping near Mount Vernon, IN

Recent Tent Reviews in Mount Vernon

190 Reviews of 5 Mount Vernon Campgrounds

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  Nick T.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 21, 2024

  Lynnville Park

  Great little municipal park

  Registration was easy on the town website. My camping spot was right on the lake and it was beautiful. I would definitely camp here again. There was some road noise, but that's to be expected due to being close to a highway and it wasn't too much for me. I slept just fine.

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  Kenda A.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 22, 2024

  Beall Woods State Park Campground

  Great park

  We had a great experience with the park itself. The grounds were very well maintained with trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas. We were there on a Sunday night and were the only campers in the park.

  The star I knocked off was for the pit toilets. They had not been limed in a while as evidenced by the bugs swarming inside the pits and larva swimming in the bottom. If I didn’t have a portable travel potty of my own, I would have not given even four stars. I may not have camped here.

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  JASON L.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 15, 2024

  Grayville KOA Grayville IL

  Excellent KOA in Grayville I-64

  We stayed here on the way to and on the way home from The Kentucky Bourbon Trail. It is a fairly new KOA with so many enjoyable amenities, family fun, food, ice cream, mini golf, full hookups and shady spots if you ask for one. We want to go back and stay at a patio lot with a swing. Staff is friendly and helpful. Nearby services, fuel, farm store, etc.

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  susan M.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 15, 2024

  Diamond Lake Resort Campground

  Diamond Lake Resort Owensboro, KY

  I once gave this locarion a 5 star review that I've since deleted. This was our 3rd visit. With new owners, much cutback on staff and available hours for activities. Why oh why do you close a main attraction, go carts and pizza, during the week and cut hours of go carts when they ARE open??? I'd been communicating with stsff and had expressed our grandson's excitement to return to the go carts. THAT was the perfect opportunity to tell me o substantially reduced hours. This campground caters to seasonal campers. They don't all respect quiet hours are zipping around on golf carts partying. We won't return.

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  Denton T.

  Scout

  

  May. 22, 2024

  Union County Fair

  Kentucky Bike Ralley

  I stayed here and camped for a bike rally. I think you can only camp during an event. And cost is different from each event. Nice place

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  Siegfried M.

  Guide

  

  May. 12, 2024

  Cave-in-Rock State Park

  Awesome Campground

  Was the only one there $ 20 with Electricity, what a Deal Steve is a great Host Also had free Music….. Cicadas

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  Raina H.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 10, 2024

  Miles Landing Campground

  Perfect location to view the Solar Eclipse

  We stayed at Miles Landing the weekend leading up to the Solar Eclipse in April 2024. Everyone was pleasant. Managment provided viewing glasses and arranged for a food truck.

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  Jon P.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 8, 2024

  Burdette Park

  Older campground

  Smaller campground with many older run down campers that are likely full time living here. All sites are pull through, and within 2 feet of the drive. Good spacing between sites, I didn’t feel like I was right up on my neighbors

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  amanda V.

  Scout

  

  Mar. 18, 2024

  Scales Lake Park

  Excellent Park

  What a gem of a park! From the stunning trails to the pristine lake, this place is a nature lover's paradise. The shower facilities are top-notch, ensuring a comfortable stay for all campers. One thing to note is the strict parking rule at camp sites, but don't worry, there's overflow parking available for visitors. It's enforced for everyone's safety and convenience. The highlight for many is the petting zoo—an absolute must-visit for campers of all ages. It's a fantastic experience that adds an extra layer of fun to your stay. While there's no on-site camp store, fret not! You're just a short drive away from a local dollar store and the famous Tastee Freeze. Trust me, their ice cream is out of this world, and the food is equally delightful. I highly recommend treating yourself to a visit. Overall, this park offers everything you need for a memorable camping experience. Can't wait to visit again!

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  Fox S.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 21, 2023

  Warrick County Park Scales Lake Park

  Peaceful But Plain

  A very peaceful place to camp with helpful rangers. There was a free petting zoo which was great but the animals seemed very discontented. The trails were interesting but vacant of trail markers and some plaques were vandalized from years before. Firewood is $8 a bundle and parking is $3 a day. Well priced and serene, but I would recommend this for people without children or someone looking for a camp away from any kind of excitement.

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  Brandon W.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 17, 2023

  Pike State Forest

  Peaceful

  This is the place to go if you really want to camp without the modern convenience of water and electricity. Which in my mind is perfect because it's usually just one maybe 2 people if that

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  Tracey L.

  Scout

  

  Jun. 7, 2023

  Windy Hollow Camp and Recreation

  AWFUL CUSTOMER SERVICE

  Needed to make a reservation for my husband who travels for work. Checked their website for cancelation policy and there isn't one.  They don't take credit cards and requested one month's deposit plus a deposit for electric. Sent a cashier's check for$750.00, 4 weeks prior to arrival date. One week later, we contacted them to advise we would not be coming. Refunded the$200.00 only. Very disappointed, said they" never dealt with something like this before" but had NO problem keeping an entire month's lot fee. Think long and hard before booking here. It's 2023 and EVERYONE utilizes credit card payments.

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  Christopher H.

  Scout

  

  May. 30, 2023

  Tower Rock Campground

  Secluded and quiet

  I have camped there 2-3 times.  It has been a while now, but I believe there are 4 sites with tables and fire pits.  There is a pit toilet, but no water.  But if you drive a few miles North East there is a Illinois State Park, Cave in the Rock I think, and you can refill your water jugs/bladders there by the showers/bathrooms, and there are garbage dumsters.  The Cave off the Ohio River is definitely worth seeing, and free, so why not.

  A short walk from the campground is Tower Rock that was an old CCC path and over look of the Ohio River.  Last time I was there it is a bit of a pain to find the old path, but basically from the boat landing go UP... follow the terrain and you will find it.  It is a rock cliff that is, I don't know 100 feet above the river.  In my opinion it is worth a look.

  There is a Ferry that goes between Illinois and Kentucky right by the park too.  Free.  I went over once, never been on a Ferry.. and the gas tax in Kentucky is cheaper...

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  Lucy R.

  Scout

  

  May. 22, 2023

  Pine Ridge

  Good for car/van camping.

  Good spot to car camp or park next to your tent. Bathrooms have vault toilets, but were clean. Nice stargazing.

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  Rc C.

  Scout

  

  Mar. 25, 2023

  Hamilton County State Fish and Wildlife Area

  Sweet Gem, Very well kept

  We have a family history & many memories camping here. Very well kept. Great fishing, 15hp motors allowed on the lake. Lake side camping spots available. Cabins are nice, FYI No mattress, bring your own.

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  Rc C.

  Scout

  

  Mar. 25, 2023

  Beall Woods State Park Campground

  Nice get away. Peaceful

  We enjoy camping here, Small lake nearby, easy access, electric trolley motors on boats allowed & great place paddle canoe or kayak around. Trails are well defined. Visitor center at park is very nice. Birds, wildlife abundant.

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  Sam H.

  Guide

  

  Mar. 11, 2023

  Pharoah - Garden of the Gods Rec Area Campground

  Loved it!

  Visited in the first half of March, so yes it was cold, and rain one of the nights, which I'm sure contributed a lot to there being only maybe five campsites occupied. Camp area was clean of trash and obstacles. Ground around spots is mostly pine needles and cones, not grass. Lots are close to level, minimal leveling blocks needed. Easy walking distance to the observation trail that is the highlight of this park. $10 per night fee is done via honor system dropbox at entrance to campground.

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  Claude H.

  Scout

  

  Feb. 10, 2023

  Willow Bend Retreat - Temporarily Closed

  Wonderful experience

  I was more than satisfied with the facilities and service.  I would highly recommend to others.

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  Frank H.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 3, 2022

  Beall Woods State Park Campground

  Pleasant Illinois campground

  Nice campground in rural southern Illinois. Pit toilets, water, picnic tables. On a big lake stocked with trout.

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  Daav I.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 1, 2022

  Pharoah - Garden of the Gods Rec Area Campground

  Too Busy for 5 Stars

  Hammock friendly established campsites, which are rare for IL, also accommodating for tents, campers, and RVs.

  Water pump tastes pretty good, no electricity hook up, bathrooms are usually pretty clean and are emptied regularly, decent cell phone signal.

  Very busy on Fridays and weekends. Too many people, mostly day hikers, mostly parents with loud children, who have no concern for nature. They park wherever they can squeeze their car, even if it's obstructing your campsite; they leave garbage and waste everywhere.

  Recommend only visiting Monday thru Thursday (except during spring break and holiday weekends) in spring and autumn (when the air is getting colder). The bluffs are treacherous after rainfall, but the views are more stunning and your more likely to have them to yourself.

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  J C.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 1, 2022

  Tower Rock Campground

  Clean, quiet, and great river views!

  Campground is smaller but the sites are spread out well, most have fire ring with grill stand and table, firewood available to gather onsite when I was there, vault toilets, right on the river so may be closed during flood seasons. Will be staying here again!

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  Dar D.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 26, 2022

  Fiedlerland RV Park and Campgrounds

  Nice little park

  Tim is sweet and helpful. FHU & water & electric sites. Shower house too.

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  Jason F.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 30, 2022

  Pharoah - Garden of the Gods Rec Area Campground

  Near perfect for our family...

  We loved our stay here.  The trails, the clean campsites, the peace, the views, the trees, the seclusion.  It is one of, if not our favorite places to camp now.  We hadn't even left and were discussing returning.  

  There is no potable water on site.  That would be my only complaint.  There is some a few miles away, but other than that, there is not a single thing I would change about this campground.  Well worth the drive from nearly anywhere in my opinion.

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  Jason F.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 30, 2022

  Pine Ridge Campground

  Beautiful Rustic Campground

  My son and I visited on the last week of June 2022.  The campground is very rustic with a LOT of shade which made our stay there perfect. The USDA Forest recreational area includes Pounds Hollow Lake that is nestled into a beautiful ridge.  While the lake can get busy, and was at times while we were there, the campground was very quiet.  In fact, we were the only ones in the campground while we stayed.  I can't promise this is the best campground for the large RV crowd, due to the undulating nature of the sites, but for tent lovers, this might be one of the best we have done outside of dispersed camping. Garden Of The Gods IL has some fantastic scenery, hikes and is a place that will reset your soul.

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  Scott B.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 18, 2022

  Cave-in-Rock State Park

  Nice and quiet

  Quiet campground. Nice shower house. Quick walk to cave in rock or the cave in rock restaurant. Very few campers. Large open grassy areas. Lots of deer…and ticks. Campground host is really nice but the ranger is a pain

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  Kenneth H.

  Scout

  

  May. 27, 2022

  Windy Hollow Camp and Recreation

  Price Gouging

  I have a class A 50 amp RV and got put in a 30 amp pull thru with no sewer hookup and no wifi or cable and duck and goose poo everywhere .  The lady I assume was the owner is extremely rude and charges 60$ a day for.  The bathroom facilities are filthy and whatever you do don't buy any of the smelly outdated crap in the office store that reeks of musty mold.  Worst 4 days ever.

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  luke

  Guide

  

  Jan. 17, 2022

  Rocky Falls Campground & RV Park

  Meh

  Was passing by for a few night and decided to try this place out. Pretty run down spot. Bathrooms were very dirty and sketchy. People who stayed there are nice but the facility itself is in disrepair.