2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Harmonie State Park Campground welcomes pets across its 200 campsites set among mature shade trees near New Harmony. The campground provides spacious sites with electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings where dogs can relax with their owners. Nearby Murphy Park and Vanderburgh 4H Campground also accommodate pets in their camping areas, though Murphy Park is best suited for smaller travel trailers under 20 feet. For campers seeking more amenities, Grayville KOA offers pet-friendly cabins in addition to tent and RV sites with full hookups. Most campgrounds in the area enforce standard leash requirements, and sites are typically well-spaced for privacy. Harmonie State Park features multiple playgrounds and hiking trails where leashed dogs can join their owners for exercise. Sites at Harmonie are gravel and mostly level, though some visitors note selecting carefully as certain spots may have drainage issues during rain.
The hiking paths at Harmonie State Park provide excellent opportunities for dog walking, with wide, maintained trails that connect to mountain biking areas. Many campers appreciate the extensive shade coverage from full-growth trees, which helps keep pets cool during summer months. The park's location along the Wabash River allows access to water recreation, though pet owners should be aware that raccoons are persistent visitors to campsites after dark. The small historic town of New Harmony is nearby for additional exploration, but campers should arrive prepared with pet supplies as shopping options are limited in the immediate area. Bathroom facilities with showers are conveniently located throughout the campground, making it easier to manage longer stays with pets. Seasonal considerations include a large swimming pool (closed to pets) that operates Memorial Day through Labor Day, and special events like Halloween celebrations in the fall that many visitors enjoy. Pet-friendly campgrounds near New Harmony vary in hookup availability and site size, so reviewing individual listings before booking helps ensure the right fit for you and your pet.
"Ranger Review: Primus at Harmonie State Park I recently visited Harmonie State Park near New Harmony, In. https://indianastateparks.reserveamerica.com/campgroundDetails.do?"
"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"
Available this weekend
from $20 - $40 / night
"It has a restaurant near the office that is open to the public."
"We stayed here on the way to and on the way home from The Kentucky Bourbon Trail."
from $58 - $68 / night
from $20 / night
"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."
"On a big lake stocked with trout."
from $8 / night
"A park on the outskirts of Evansville Indiana. Has many things to do for the weekend. Many nearby attractions and activities."
"Burdette Park is right outside Evansville, In. And BUSY. BMX track, HUGE swimming pool/water park with slides and several other outdoor activities."
"The campground round was paved so nice for walking, hilly but nice. I didn’t have kids but I didn’t see activities available."
"Was looking for a quiet area, and not some drive-through campsite, this fit the bill."
"Lots of places to walk. Great views of the small lake."
"The sites were a bit too close to each other for us. Our dog needs more vegetation to mask other camper distractions. The campground is beautiful though."
"Ground around spots is mostly pine needles and cones, not grass. Lots are close to level, minimal leveling blocks needed."
from $10 / night
GuideQuiet clean campground, 8 sites, one water spigot, pit toilets, hiking and biking, 9 miles to Garden of the Gods. Campground is right next to road. Local traffic is minimal, most sites will accommodate 30ft trailer or motor home.
ScoutThe site would not let us book a reservation. I called and spoke to someone in the main office. She said Tent sites were available and since the site was not working to check in with security when we got there. I asked how late they would be there, she said all night. We got there at 5 pm. No one was camping office. Plenty of tent sites available. We called explained the call from earlier. The lady transferred us to the security line. I then reexplained everything. The security officer told us to come back tomorrow when the office opened there was nothing we could do tonight. He told us we couldn’t stay the night even though we were told earlier we could. Very disappointed by the management of this place.
GuideVery small, maybe 10-12 sites that are first come first serve. $10 per night as of September 2026. Solid Verizon cell coverage. Very quiet.
GuideNice quiet wooded campground. We were only here 1 night, but it was very enjoyable. Very large campground with shaded & sunny spots, mostly level, showers & bathrooms were clean, but no locks on the doors in women's & no doors in the men's, only curtains. Double lane dump station well laid out & good water pressure. We were here 2nd week in September on a Friday so it was not crowded, but I suspect during the summer it would be. The mosquitoes were bad so be prepared. All in all we would stay again.
ScoutVery family oriented place to camp and adventure with the kiddos
GuideThe campground is convenient to the interstate but not close enough to be noisy & is a short drive to Evansville. It has well maintained restrooms & easily accessible sites around a big loop. It looks like it would be a great event camping spot.
GuideVery nice park with great trails and cute animals in the included petting zoo! I don’t have kids but there were a couple playgrounds I saw. The 2 downsides were I went second week of August and it was 93 degrees but they had just closed the beach area and pool so no swimming. I had taken my paddleboard but had not read all the rules and regulations and no Paddleboard’s are allowed on the lake because swimming outside the beach area is not allowed. I stayed at a primitive site in my van so even though it was crazy hot I still had a great spot by the water-109. Would recommend this park
ScoutTook a road trip in are RV over the summer last year and stumbled across this place they had it all water hookup waste hook up and were very reasonable on price definitely recommend
TravelerLevel gravel sites, site 17 needs extra long electric cord, extremely well cared for park with helpful hosts. Very clean bathroom, shower and laundry facilities, decorated with homey touches. Firewood and ice available at campground. Some road and train noise, but park itself was quiet.
Campgrounds near New Harmony, Indiana offer pet-friendly options throughout southern Indiana and neighboring Illinois. The area sits at the intersection of the Wabash and Ohio Rivers, with elevations ranging from 375-500 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures typically reach 85-90°F, while spring and fall bring milder 60-75°F days, creating ideal camping conditions from April through October.
Hiking with pets: Beall Woods State Park Campground has accessible trails for dog walking. As Frank H. notes, it's a "nice campground in rural southern Illinois. Pit toilets, water, picnic tables. On a big lake stocked with trout." The trails are "well defined" according to Rc C., making them ideal for pet-friendly exploration.
Water recreation: Harmonie State Park Campground offers access to the Wabash River. Barbie G. reports, "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." The river access point allows for kayaking and fishing.
Seasonal swimming: Burdette Park features a large pool complex open seasonally. Shelly S. shares, "HUGE swimming pool/water park with slides and several other outdoor activities," making it a popular summer destination when temperatures reach the high 80s.
Spacious campsites: Vanderburgh 4H Campground provides ample space between sites. Eric R. calls it "a nice little park with all of the basics and no frills. The sites are level. The connections are easy to access. The bathhouses are clean and well maintained."
Free firewood: Burrell Park & Campground offers complimentary firewood with site rental. Sandy T. appreciated that "our site was full hookup, very spacious, and they provide free firewood. The campground was paved so nice for walking, hilly but nice."
Dog-friendly trails: The hiking paths at Garden of the Gods Recreation Area welcome pets and provide excellent exercise opportunities. Dena P. notes the area is "beautiful" with "functional clean porta potties. Fire pits, tables and water (not at the campsite but available at the entrance)."
Limited shopping: When bringing pets to the New Harmony area, pack all necessary supplies. As Sandra&Dunn observed at Burrell Park, it's a "busy spot with a lot of full timers there," and "you have to leave the campground and go a couple of miles down the road for any needed item."
Size restrictions: Some campgrounds have limitations on RV length. At Murphy Park, Shiner T. warns, "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."
Wildlife awareness: Keep pets secured, especially after dark. Barbie G. reports at Harmonie State Park: "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."
Halloween events: Plan a fall visit to experience special festivities. Nichole M. says about Harmonie State Park: "We stayed the weekend before Halloween. They had a trunk or treat in the pool parking lot and although there weren't a ton of vehicles, it was definitely enough for the kids to have fun trick or treating."
Multiple playgrounds: Grayville KOA offers numerous recreation options for children. JASON L. calls it "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."
Nature education: Families benefit from interpretive programming at certain parks. Olivia S. mentions that Harmonie State Park "has a nature center in the middle of the campground that is open Thursday-Sunday in the summer. There are 3 playgrounds throughout the campground."
Site selection: At Hilltop Campground, Steve D. notes they "have just redone this camp ground with new concrete pads, new bathhouse, and new electrical. It's very peaceful." These improvements make it easier for RVs to level and connect.
Utility placement: Check hookup locations before selecting a site. Linette G. found at Harmonie State Park a "problem finding our site number in the dark, as they are facing the wrong way from driving direction."
Loop configuration: Joe D. appreciates Vanderburgh 4H Campground's layout: "Was looking for a quiet area, and not some drive-through campsite, this fit the bill. Great groundskeepers, good trail for dogs, nice view of the pond from the main RV area, has decent showers and laundry room."
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