Best Camping near New Harmony, IN

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260 Reviews of 46 New Harmony Campgrounds


  • Shiner T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Murphy Park
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Murphy Park

    Municipal park for small rigs

    Don’t even try it with anything larger than a 20 ft travel trailer. Super convenient. 110v. 15amp electrical. Shared water. Gravel somewhat level pads. Poor communication. Info kinda available on the municipal website. 1st come.

  • Jeremy K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ouabache Trails County Park
    Oct. 8, 2024

    Ouabache Trails County Park

    2 night stay

    We stayed here 2 nights. We came to see the George Rogers Clark National Monument. Campground was nice. Several full time campers living here. Staff was friendly. Was a little noisy on the weekend. Shower house was very clean.

  • Nick T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lynnville Park
    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.

  • Rach W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sam Dale Lake State Conservation Area
    Jul. 29, 2024

    Sam Dale Lake State Conservation Area

    Enjoyable time

    Campground was quiet and well kept. Foliage was well trimmed. There was a spot from previous campers that needed cleaned up, but that's more of a reflection of the previous campers and less the camp ground, in my opinion, as it was not an overall theme.

  • Kenda A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Beall Woods State Park Campground
    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.

  • JASON L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Grayville KOA Grayville IL
    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.

  • s
    Camper-submitted photo from Diamond Lake Resort Campground
    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.

  • Barbie G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Harmonie State Park Campground
    Jun. 8, 2024

    Harmonie State Park Campground

    Great campground with persistent raccoons

    Harmonie State Park looks like a great place for a family vacation. In addition to the campground with at least 2 playgrounds, there are trails, picnic areas and a boat ramp. We only stayed 1 night. Site 166 is big and on the end of a road. There's a restroom and water spigot within walking distance. They have showers but we didn't use them. Our only problem was 1 or more raccoons kept coming into our site. We shooed them away but they kept coming back. I'm sure they were just looking for food.

  • Denton T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Union County Fair
    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

  • Tina L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Harmonie State Park Campground
    May. 12, 2024

    Harmonie State Park Campground

    Camp site #83

    It had electeic hook up but we were tent camping early May 2024. The campsite is mostly hill with a wash out running through it. It is also the breeding site of thousands of Miner Bees. They were docile and no one got stung but they were everywhere from sun up to sun down the entire site hummed with bees. The entire ground was full of holes that they were coming in and out of. Close to bathroom/showers and a playground, fresh water source across the road.

  • Jon H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Harmonie State Park Campground
    May. 8, 2024

    Harmonie State Park Campground

    Nice, clean, state park.

    Everything was well kept and clean. Multiple bath/shower houses on each loop. Push button showers. Takes about a minute to get water hot, but good after that. Dated, but clean and functional. The lights stay on 24/7 so bugs are in the shower house.

    Multiple walking trails and bike trails. Nice shelter houses and picnic areas. Multiple playgrounds. Nature center in the campground. Many events scheduled for summer. New Harmony (town) is close by and a must stop. Nature walks, lots of unique history you will find nowhere else, quaint shopping, coffee shops, wine bar, dining, etc...

    The pool has been filled in at the park. Very disappointing.

    I was demolished by mosquitos and was covered in deet. Tried picaridin too. If you get the biters off you, the gnats were all over me too. Not sure if just time of year or maybe always this way (did rain multiple times).

    Couldn't use mountain bike trails and most hike trails as it was too wet.

    Suggest calling before making reservations because many of electric sites are not level, at all. Ask which would be best.

  • Kelsey R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Harmonie State Park Campground
    Apr. 14, 2024

    Harmonie State Park Campground

    Great Trip

    We had a great time here. Nice spaced out place. We stayed at site 192. It was at the back of the campground, but close to the bathrooms/showers and just across from the playground. It was close enough to walk to the Nature Center and grab ice cream. There’s even a hiking trail right behind. And not much through traffic since it’s in the back. Staff was extremely friendly. They had ice and firewood to purchase. Even the other campers were extremely friendly. We were only a few mins from downtown New Harmony. The coffee shop there was very good. Evansville was about 30 mins. We had to go get a new car battery there and DNR used a jump box to get us going. Very clean bathrooms and grounds. The only reason it didn’t get 5 stars were the showers. Older, took awhile to heat up, only had water for about 15 seconds at a time. Not easy to get a squirming toddler bathed. Better than nothing though. Great campground, highly recommend!

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Harmonie State Park Campground
    Apr. 11, 2024

    Harmonie State Park Campground

    Spring 2024

    Had the campground to myself. Facilities for showering were fine. Park employees were very friendly. I saw some cabins at park that they rent out that looked like a good deal for the non camping people. Short drive away is the town of New Harmony. They seem to have a lot of events in summer and fall. Access to the Wabash River right at the park

  • Raina H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Miles Landing Campground
    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.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Burdette Park
    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

  • a
    Camper-submitted photo from Scales Lake Park
    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!

  • F
    Camper-submitted photo from Warrick County Park Scales Lake Park
    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.

  • Brandon W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pike State Forest
    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

  • Jennifer D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rend Lake Gun Creek Campground
    Jun. 14, 2023

    Rend Lake Gun Creek Campground

    Under construction

    Pulled in here on our way out west for a night. The website mentioned “some” construction. But we could not access the lake at all anywhere. Also we were awakened by the Dept of Corrections with their work program for inmates. They arrived clearing all around our site very early in the am!!!

  • Tracey L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Windy Hollow Camp and Recreation
    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.

  • Christopher H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Tower Rock Campground
    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...

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from John James Audubon State Park Campground
    May. 30, 2023

    John James Audubon State Park Campground

    Small intimate campground

    We camped here during Memorial Day weekend so it was super PACKED! But still very nice. The staff was super friendly and the bathrooms were very clean. Only downside is if you pick a campsite along the right side of the area, the other side of the fence is highway 41 so you will get traffic noise at all times.

  • Lucy R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Ridge
    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.



Guide to New Harmony

Camping near New Harmony, Indiana, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Harmonie State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "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."
  • Fishing and Boating: At Gun Creek, you can enjoy fishing and boating. A camper shared, "Clean, quiet, water views and lots of bike paths to ride."
  • Visiting Local Attractions: Check out the nearby town of New Harmony for unique shops and dining. One reviewer noted, "New Harmony (town) is close by and a must stop. Nature walks, lots of unique history you will find nowhere else."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and shower houses. A visitor at Harmonie State Park Campground said, "Everything was well kept and clean. Multiple bath/shower houses on each loop."
  • Friendly Atmosphere: Many campers enjoy the friendly vibe. One camper at Lake Rudolph Campground mentioned, "All of the staff is very friendly. The park is very clean and we looked out with good neighbors."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers love the roomy sites at South Sandusky Campground. A reviewer said, "Nice blacktop roads, clean restroom/shower. Friendly attendant. Great view of the lake on a number of sites."

What you should know:

  • Busy Weekends: Many campgrounds can get crowded on weekends. A visitor at Harmonie State Park Campground warned, "Very busy on Fridays and weekends. Too many people, mostly day hikers."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Redbud Campground at Bell Smith Springs, lack certain amenities. A camper noted, "There is no potable water on site. That would be my only complaint."
  • Cell Service: Expect limited cell service in some areas. One camper at Jackson Falls mentioned, "I had no cell service. I was too busy enjoying being there."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Playgrounds and Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities for kids. At Scales Lake Park, one parent said, "My daughter enjoyed the playground and the petting zoo."
  • Plan for Shade: Some sites can be quite sunny. A camper at Lincoln State Park advised, "Not much shade in several spots either so definitely plan to bring a canopy tent."
  • Family-Friendly Facilities: Choose campgrounds with clean restrooms and showers. A visitor at Harmonie State Park Campground mentioned, "The restrooms were very clean and other campers extremely nice."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Levels: Some sites may not be level. A reviewer at South Sandusky Campground noted, "Not all sites are very level. We got a great water view site, but lacked afternoon shade."
  • Book in Advance: Especially during busy seasons, it's wise to reserve your spot ahead of time. A camper at Gun Creek said, "RV or tent, book online at Recreation.Gov."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Some campgrounds may not have stores nearby. A visitor at Harmonie State Park Campground mentioned, "There is no market, but you're just a short drive away from a local dollar store."

Camping near New Harmony, Indiana, offers a variety of experiences, from serene nature to family fun. Whether you're in an RV or tent, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular campground near New Harmony, IN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near New Harmony, IN is Harmonie State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 34 reviews.

  • What parks are near New Harmony, IN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 15 parks near New Harmony, IN that allow camping, notably Rend Lake and Shawnee National Forest.