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    Camping near New Palestine, Indiana ranges from full-hookup RV parks to tent sites and cabin rentals, with developed campgrounds making up the bulk of options in the area. Indianapolis KOA in nearby Greenfield provides tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals just 15 minutes from New Palestine. S and H Campground, also in Greenfield, features 450 sites with full hookups suitable for tents and RVs. The region includes multiple mixed-use campgrounds that accommodate different preferences, with most sites offering electric hookups, water access, and picnic tables. Heartland Resort and Lake Haven Retreat expand the campground options within a 30-minute drive.

    Reservations are highly recommended for all developed campgrounds in the area, particularly during the peak season from May through October. Many campgrounds operate seasonally, with Indianapolis KOA open from March 1 to November 15, while others like Lake Haven Retreat remain open year-round. The terrain is generally flat with gravel roads throughout the campgrounds, making navigation relatively easy for most vehicles. Most sites include amenities like drinking water, electric hookups, and fire rings, though site quality and spacing can vary significantly between locations. "When looking for a monthly campsite in the Indianapolis area, we were unsure about staying here as reviews were hit or miss. Decided to take a gamble and it's been great! Friendly service, lots to do for the kiddos," noted one review of S and H Campground.

    Families particularly appreciate the recreational amenities available at several campgrounds near New Palestine. S and H Campground features a swimming pool, miniature golf, and carnival-style rides for children, making it a popular destination for family outings. Indianapolis KOA receives praise for its kid-friendly water features and on-site horses. As one camper mentioned, "The pool is delightful especially for littles who will enjoy the fountains and big pouring bucket. Our favorite part is visiting with Fred and Rain, the friendly onsite horses." Many reviews highlight the abundance of activities rather than natural settings, as these campgrounds primarily serve as activity centers rather than wilderness experiences. Weekend visitors should expect more crowds and organized events, including live music at some locations during summer months.

    Best Campgrounds near New Palestine (100)

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      1. Indianapolis KOA

      4.3(22)6mi from New PalestineRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "It’s very close to an interstate so it’s not exactly a picturesque setting. The pricing seems high for what it is. Walking distance to Mount Comfort RV Dealership."

      "Clean and friendly..easy access to the highway..a lot of transient sites..nice pool!"

      from $60 - $80 / night

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      2. S and H Campground

      4.0(13)5mi from New PalestineRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Access to the family fun zone including in the stay. So much for our littles to do! And totally safe and clean."

      "Perfect distance from speedway."

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      3. Kamp Indy

      3.8(8)17mi from New PalestineRVs

      "We attended a wedding at the Scottish Cathedral in the center of downtown Indy and from the campground, it was a nice drive into the city off the interstate that only took about 20 min."

      "Close to the city without being “in it”. We would stay here again."

      from $60 / night

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      4. Heartland Resort

      3.0(2)8mi from New PalestineRVs, Tents
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      5. White River Campground

      4.6(26)28mi from New PalestineRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "First of all it's very clean which is surprising for Indiana. Back up to the river. Great views. Free hot showers! Quiet. Feels secluded though close to town. Good price too."

      "White River Campground is a county owned park within 15 minutes small town Indiana (Cicero) complete with a small town grocery and dollar general. Within 20 minutes or Walmart and Grocery stores."

      from $16 - $37 / night

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      6. Indiana State Fairgrounds Campground

      2.5(4)15mi from New PalestineRVs, Tents

      from $40 / night

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      7. Hidden Paradise Campground

      4.4(15)25mi from New PalestineRVs, Cabins, Glamping

      "Staff is visible and seem to do a good job of maintaining order etc Road Noise: This campground is nicely nestled away from public roads. Through Traffic in campground: No issue."

      "This little road is quite narrow, has some pretty tight turns with trees on both sides and in the night it’s hard to tell where the rear end of your camper is on the turns where there are trees close to"

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      8. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Indianapolis East

      4.4(5)19mi from New Palestine1 siteRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "There is an abundance of activities to keep you and the little ones happy, especially around holidays. The amenities are great and the sites definitely large enough not to feel crowded."

      from $50 - $79 / night

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      9. Glo Wood Campground

      3.3(6)19mi from New PalestineRVs, Tents

      "Our spot, like all around us was very long and nice, wide space between campers. We camped with a 38 foot travel trailer and a 20 foot Ford F250, and still had room(about the size of a golf cart)."

      "It's just far enough off the beaten path, but close enough to everything."

      from $28 / night

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      10. Mystic Waters Campground

      4.6(5)20mi from New PalestineRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "She helped with the reservation, she greeted us when we arrived, she even called to make sure we were doing ok driving it the first day."

      "Right off highway to travel anywhere"

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    • LDS Sister H.
      Oct. 20, 2026

      Friends O' Mine Campground & Cabins

      ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our First RV Home Has Been Such a Blessing!

      My husband and I absolutely loved our first few months here at Friends O' Mine Campgrounds & Cabins as first-time RV owners with our Class A RV.

      We downsized from our 5-bedroom home in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri. We sold our home and I followed my Husband back here to Indiana after he received a wonderful career opportunity. My Husband is a Veteran, 🇺🇸 and after moving to Nashville, Indiana, we had immediately fallen in love with this small town - where we respected and admired the way Nashville reminds us of where we had just moved from in Missouri.

      We stayed at Grand Wood Suites for six months, after paying for a hotel, all while continuously paying for our two large storage units, as well as our mortgage payment and then rent for most of the beginning of this year; so, we decided to downsize to save money to buy land sooner, instead of continuing to rent. 🏕️ We already loved camping - we started with a pop-up camper on the 🔝 of our Jeep and camped dozens of times, then traded up to a pop-up camper. So we used what we had in savings, bought our Class A RV, donated our pop-up camper, and came to Friends O' Mine - and it was the best decision!

      From day one, the other campers have been so friendly, as are the nice employees and amazing owners. They truly make you feel like family. They set up weekly entertainment that brings the whole campground together around the campfire - there is a huge fire in the middle with six porch swings attached to a massive gazebo and veranda surrounding it. It's incredibly cozy and just inviting you to join in.

      We've enjoyed live musical singers entertaining us around the campfire all evening, and we were invited to watch a documentary about a local racecar driver in their indoor recreational room, right next to the indoor laundry facilities.

      There is also a subterranean pool that my Husband and I enjoyed swimming in almost every day during our first month here - it was very relaxing and refreshing!

      One of our favorite parts has been our peaceful, nighttime walks around the large, well-stocked catch-and-release pond. My Husband and I hold hands together and walk around it at sunset almost every evening. It's so serene and calming to hear the sounds of the water and feel the beautiful Autumn breeze.

      This has been a very relaxing, enjoyable, and heartwarming experience for us. If you are looking for a clean, friendly, peaceful, and welcoming place to stay - whether for a weekend or for a season - we cannot recommend Friends O' Mine Campgrounds & Cabins enough. We are so grateful we found it!

    • Kausalia V.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 18, 2026

      Cornerstone Campground

      we arrived during a halloween kids party. the hostess was super nice. the women’s showers and wash rooms clean. the men’s shower was sport locker style.

    • Kaley A.
      Oct. 17, 2026

      Buffalo Ridge Campground — Brown County State Park

      We absolutely LOVED this park! It was hands down our favorite of this year. We camped at site 100 and it has a neighbor on one side and behind while the other side was a huge open space. It is in the center of a loop. It was mostly level. There was some minor doming to the site but not bad at all. It was a busy camp ground but not as crowded (sites not on top of each other) as some I’ve been in. The outsides of the loops did have more space between and privacy but could be smaller or more sloped, it just really depended. The bathrooms and showers were cleaner than some of the other state parks we have been to, so much so my 11 year old son mentioned it. The park itself is absolutely gorgeous. The hiking trails (which is what we usually go for) were nice but I believe that the biking trails were actually more scenic than the hiking trails and a lot more rugged. We liked trail 8 starting from the west lookout tower and stopping at Hesitation Point for lunch/break/bathroom. Trail 6 was also a pretty, rugged, shorter trail. The Nature Center was also nicer than a lot of the others we have been to in the state. We did choose to do horseback riding at the stables. We showed up about 5 minutes after opening and were able to pay and told to come back in an hour and 45 minutes. That didn’t bother us since we had the time but if you are on a tighter schedule, the earlier the better. We also went into Nashville and it was a very cute town to visit. Well decorated for Halloween, very walkable, and a little something for almost everyone. Prices were about what I would expect for a tourist town but not terrible. I also have T-Mobile and had pretty good service almost everywhere in the park.

    • JThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 15, 2026

      Ogala Horse Camp

      Little loop pull off with a stone fire pit in the middle. Walking trail goes down to a swampy pond.

    • Mark T.The Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 8, 2026

      Irwin City Park

      Nice little city park/campgound

      Clean paved sites, rigs under 35 feet will fit. Water and electricity 50/30 (water is in the ground.

    • SkywaystoHighways.com Y.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 22, 2026

      Bill Monroe Memorial Music Park & Campground

      Fun Event Location

      We stayed for the weekend during a Campout event. Lots of fun seeing all of our camping buddies. I don’t think we would camp here otherwise as it isn’t really our type of camping. Sites are close together, so don’t expect privacy. Porta potties had not been serviced from their previous event… needless to say, it was foul. The country music museum was pretty cool. The guide was very knowledgeable!

    • AThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 16, 2026

      Mystic Waters Campground

      Best Campground in the Area

      Beautiful, great amenities too. Right off highway to travel anywhere

    • Jason The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 6, 2026

      Camp Atterbury Campground

      Host is great, park is nice, MWR needs help

      Great place to stay. Full hook ups, about 90 percent level sites. 33 RV sites and 3 or 4 primitive camp sites. The main bathhouse is pretty clean, included laundry, and a great host and hostess (Mark and Denise). The only bad is the price hikes here. One would think MWR would throw money towards some things...like a dog park, some leveling, lights at the kids playground, and MWR sponsored and paid for holiday parties/outings for vets, retirees, and all the active here on base. But nope, just collecting revenue without any beanies. Anyway, the host keeps it grounded.

    • Grace M.
      Jul. 30, 2026

      3-Point Lake Campgrounds

      Very nice campground.

      The staff here is very friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Each site has water hookups as well as a firepit, electric and sewage. There is a laundry room with a small library, bath house, and a nice short trail, with a game of horseshoes. Unfortunately no more swimming or kayaking in the lake but there are other parks in the area to do so. Very peaceful back in the woods, would definitely stay here again!

    Guide to New Palestine

    Camping near New Palestine, Indiana centers around privately-operated campgrounds within a 30-minute radius. The terrain is predominantly flat farmland with elevations ranging from 800-900 feet above sea level, making most sites easily accessible for various camping setups. Summer temperatures typically reach mid-80s with moderate humidity, while spring and fall camping seasons experience temperature ranges from 50-75°F.

    What to do

    Water activities at nearby quarries: Hidden Paradise Campground in St. Paul features both a river and quarry swimming area. "The quarry lake with inflatables & paddle boats... Our boys & friends spend most of their time in the river, but also enjoy the quarry lake," notes one visitor to Hidden Paradise Campground.

    Trail exploration: White River Campground connects to extensive trail networks. "Park next door is great for hiking, has walk bridge over river to trails, horse backing riding, high ropes course," according to a camper at White River Campground. The campground sits directly on the White River with boat launching available.

    Carnival-style entertainment: Beyond natural recreation, some campgrounds offer unique attractions. "They have a little section full of carnival like rides. Several playgrounds! Campground big and spacious," reports a visitor about S and H Campground's family-oriented setup.

    What campers like

    Convenience to Indianapolis: Many campers appreciate the strategic location for exploring the city. "Used this campground as a home base to visit downtown Indy. 20 minutes to downtown attractions," mentions a visitor to Indianapolis KOA in nearby Greenfield.

    Water features for hot days: Splash pads and water play areas rank high among summer visitors. "The pool is delightful especially for littles who will enjoy the fountains and big pouring bucket," notes a camper about the Indianapolis KOA water amenities.

    Fishing opportunities: The White River provides fishing access at several campgrounds. "There is a canoe launch spot on the river, and hiking trails. Their bathrooms and showers are the cleanest I've came across," comments a visitor about the well-maintained facilities at White River Campground.

    What you should know

    Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds near New Palestine book quickly during peak months. "Reservations are highly recommended for all developed campgrounds in the area, particularly during the peak season from May through October."

    Bathroom condition variations: Quality differs significantly between locations. "The bathhouse was in serious need of some improvements! Old, dark, leaky pipes," notes a camper at Indiana State Fairgrounds Campground, while others found better facilities elsewhere.

    Interstate noise factors: Some campgrounds experience highway noise due to their convenient locations. "Very close to an interstate so it's not exactly a picturesque setting. The pricing seems high for what it is," reports a visitor about proximity to major roads at Indianapolis KOA.

    Tips for camping with families

    Activity-focused sites: Look for campgrounds with built-in entertainment. "Very large KOA. They have all different types of sites... Love the pool if you have kids this would be a place to stay for a few days," recommends a visitor to Indianapolis KOA about amenities.

    Entertainment scheduling: Weekend visits typically feature more organized activities. "There is an abundance of activities to keep you and the little ones happy, especially around holidays. The amenities are great and the sites definitely large enough not to feel crowded," notes a visitor to Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park.

    Splash pad preferences: Several campgrounds offer water play areas for children. "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," advises a KOA visitor, highlighting the importance of checking water feature details.

    Tips from RVers

    Site leveling considerations: Most sites require minor adjustments. "Gravel drive and sites, with grass in between. Each space has their own garbage can and picnic table," describes a visitor to Glo Wood Campground, noting that despite some seasonal residents, the campground maintains good spacing.

    Electrical capacity: Higher-amp service availability varies between campgrounds. "Most sites include amenities like drinking water, electric hookups, and fire rings, though site quality and spacing can vary significantly between locations."

    Directional challenges: Several campgrounds have navigation difficulties, especially for after-dark arrivals. "It's needs to be marked better. Had there been arrows or signs it would have made it SO much easier. Day or night," advises a Hidden Paradise Campground visitor who arrived late, suggesting first-time visitors plan daylight arrivals.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What camping is available near New Palestine, IN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, New Palestine, IN offers a wide range of camping options, with 100 campgrounds and RV parks near New Palestine, IN and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

    Which is the most popular campground near New Palestine, IN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near New Palestine, IN is Indianapolis KOA with a 4.3-star rating from 22 reviews.

    Where can I find free dispersed camping near New Palestine, IN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near New Palestine, IN.

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