Best Tent Camping near New Pekin, IN

Recent Tent Reviews near New Pekin, Indiana

649 Reviews of 21 New Pekin Campgrounds

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  Mary H.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 26, 2019

  Louisville South KOA

  Disappointed

  We have a tent which attaches to our truck— no hook ups. Everywhere we go we get a tent site. This campground would not let us get a tent site because we “sleep in the bed of our truck.” We reluctantly rented a cabin because we needed a place to stay for the night. We told them our set-up & that we’ve never been denied a tent site, but they still refused. WiFi was fickle. Got on then would get bumped off.

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  Nicole S.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 28, 2019

  Taylor Ridge Campground — Brown County State Park

  Great time

  Tent camping & hiking

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  Isaac G.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 19, 2018

  Dubois County Park

  Quaint little park.

  The tent camping area is sort of one big open space. If your looking for seclusion, and that back country feel, then this is not the place to be. Very good park overall and it is very well maintained. However, since it is a smaller park overall it has a tendency to be crowded and loud in the summer months. Price for tent camping was $7 a night last time I was there in October of 2017.

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  Jeannie B.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 24, 2021

  Dubois County Park

  Tent sites are primative

  Bathrooms are a hike so plan ahead if you are tent camping.

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  Sara W.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 27, 2019

  Hardin Ridge

  Gorgeous, wooded area

  Campsites are all wooded and private. A beautiful area any time of year. Hosts are friendly and frequently make the rounds. This is our go to area. We like Bluegill loop for the playground and pond but white oak has a pond too. Lake Monroe access is a short drive or hike away. We camp in a pop up but have tent camped as well. For tent camping, check out the walk in sites, they're beautiful and very secluded. You can't go wrong with any of the sites at Hardin Ridge.

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  Ralph R.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 13, 2018

  Muscatatuck

  Great rural camping

  Awesome tent camping area. I was able to find a great spot to really kick back and chill.

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  Jordan C.

  Scout

  

  May. 19, 2024

  Clark State Forest

  Nice and cheap

  We tent camped and it was not a bad time. Very dead and very quiet, and we met a friendly raccoon.

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  samuel C.

  Ranger

  

  Jul. 24, 2024

  Berry Ridge Road - Dispersed Camping

  Perfect

  The perfect dispersed site for my way through, quiet and peaceful. Good spot for tent camping , we enjoyed our stay.

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  Christine C.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 10, 2018

  Hardin Ridge

  Love location, Swim at Monroe lake

  This campground is on the south side of Monroe lake and has beach access. I tent camped solo and everything went great!

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  Heather K.

  Ranger

  

  Jul. 8, 2019

  Lake Shelby Campground

  Not the worst place, but close...

  First, the good: Lake Shelby was easy to find. The signs were easy to see and tent sites are well marked. The office, RV area and restrooms were easy to find and also well marked. The tent sites were shaded by nice trees and were located right next to the lake. The group tent sites looked nice and had shade and open areas. You can rent a paddle boat or canoe. However, there has to be an adult in the canoe for rental. There are several docks and a boat ramp. You have to pay to launch and there is an honor box for that. The campsite itself, was mostly flat and partially shaded. The fire pit was nice as well. Now, the bad: The lake was brown and had an oily film across the top. It smelled of dead fish and something else that I couldn't identify. I saw people fishing, but I never saw anyone actually catch anything. The tent sites were down a dead end road, however the amount of cars that went past our site made me feel like there was a parade that lasted almost the entire time we were there. The paddle boat lost steering when we were halfway around the lake. The only thing we could do was go in a circle. It took 20 minutes for them to send someone to assist us. There was a trash can next to our site, however, it was nearly full when we arrived and no one ever emptied it. The restrooms are located at the RV parking area, so we had to drive to use them. In my opinion, the restrooms should have been built in between the RV sites and tent sites to make them easier to access by walking. Overall, I didn't hate my time at Lake Shelby, but there was nothing great enough to make me return or recommend it to friends.

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  Jason M.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 15, 2022

  Louisville South KOA

  Tent sites stink here, $50+, very expensive

  Tent sites: steep hill with rodents living there. Gravel driveway leading to tent sites: a trench sure to rip the exhaust off your car. The RVers and workers: they make it obvious you are beneath them. Pets allowed: you WILL be up all night with the barking chihuaua on the next site. Airplanes flying over head as you are getting ready to sleep. Traverse the lawn to the faraway bathroom to ruin your shoes at 2am. Laundry on-site but the workers will scowl while you use it. Catch all this ire for the grand old price of $50+ per night.

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  Ruth K.

  Guide

  

  May. 19, 2018

  Sycamore Springs Park

  Clean, friendly staff, quiet, affordable, family-friendly.

  This campground has RV sites and tent sites, pond to fish in and plenty of playgrounds for the children. Clean showers and bathrooms and friendly staff.

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  Miles G.

  Ranger

  

  Dec. 1, 2021

  Friends O' Mine Campground & Cabins

  All-in-one adventure

  Best place for camping, fishing, and relaxing. Pool onsite, rec room, firepits, showers, campstore, ect.

  You can get tent site or pull through sites.

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  Susan A.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 18, 2019

  Youngs Creek Horse Camp

  Great Camping Spot

  We camp here every time we come to Indiana. We have camped there in a truck camper, and now we tent camp with our Jeep. The sites are large, and there are fire rings available. There are vault toilets and a fresh water pump not far from them. The only time this camp is full is when a trail ride is going on, then it fills up fast. It is only five miles from Paoli, and there is a Walmart there if you need supplies..

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  Barb N.

  Ranger

  

  May. 10, 2023

  Hoosier National Forest White Oak Loop Campground

  Room to roam

  Level RV and tent sites, only some have water and electric. Large sites, clean amenities. Main road lead to the lake. Visited mid May and it was self checkin.

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  Jason M.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 3, 2022

  Grandma's RV Park

  Zero grass here... no attendant, no one answers phone

  I don't see how there could be tent camping here, there's no grass. But I wouldn't be able to verify anyway because there was no attendant in the office at 10 am on a Monday morning. No one answers the phone. Doesn't seem like much of a business.

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  Cory H.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 31, 2020

  Charles C. Deam Wilderness

  Great for roughing it

  We love this area for roughing it. We usually choose a site far back into the wilderness area. The sites are primitive with no amenities. Tent camping only although there are both hike in and drive up sites in the wilderness area. Great place to get away from it all.

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  Margo B.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 27, 2020

  Ransburg Scout Reservation

  Cabin and Tent Camping

  Located on Monroe lake, they have canoeing, row boats, sailboats, motor boats, and skiing.
  Lots of fun activities to do, and great hiking trails. Their mess hall is top notch. We have camped here in a cabin, and also tent camped.

  Beautiful grounds and a great place to enjoy nature.

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  Hannah B.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 9, 2023

  Lake Shelby Campground

  Our childhood camping location

  Loved this campground growing up! We tent camped and our relatives RV camped. However they have cut down most of the trees, the facilities aren’t maintained very well and the campground/park looks more run down than ever. It’s sad but I hope they update and maintain it more in the future.

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  Jason M.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 18, 2022

  Lake Shelby Campground

  Fun campground

  Fun little place. RV sites and tent sites lakeside. Fishing, ducks. $5 swimming pool nearby. $20/night tents. Showers and restrooms. Nice parks nearby for equestrian, playground, disk golf course. Huge mall nearby in Simpsonville KY. Drivable to Louisville. Stop at Wings n Rings, yum. Highly recommend. Closes for winter Oct 31 to tents.

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  Leah S.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 1, 2018

  Hardin Ridge

  Loved this campground

  It has nicely shaded, private tent sites! Great place for bike riding and, also very family friendly! The staff at the camp store/entrance and the campground hosts were so friendly and very helpful!! Plus, the bathrooms and shower houses were so clean!!

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  Laura G.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 29, 2018

  Hardin Ridge

  Private, immersed in nature

  tgere are some really great tent sites at this campground. We always go to the walk in sites which are incredibly secluded and overlook down a ridge line. Close to lake Monroe with plenty to do. Could use some more trashcans and bathroom facilities.

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  Mike D.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 4, 2023

  Indian-Celina Recreation Area

  Quiet and Clean in the Tall Trees

  Indian-Celina is a beautiful campground. The sites are set up well for tent camping with flat gravel tent pads set deep in tall trees with ample privacy. The restrooms were spotless and modern and the shower stalls were spacious and private with locking doors. There is no swimming here, but you can swim a few miles away at Tipsaw Lake. Just watch out for the abundant poison ivy!

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  Clifford W.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 1, 2020

  Martin State Forest

  Good tent camping site

  Great trials. Tent campsites were well spaced out. Bathrooms was a porta potty. Water was available at public playgrounds but did not see any near our campsite. New playground equipment for the kids.

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  Crystal H.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 9, 2019

  Louisville South KOA

  Nice

  There was lots to do at this KOA. There was corn hole, ladder ball, pool, walking trails, access to the river, cat fish pond, small dog park, and washers & dryers. You could bring your RV, travel trailer, tent camp, or rent a cabin. I’m sure I’m forgetting something. The spots were close together. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The park was clean and well maintained.

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  Sarah S.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 18, 2020

  Paynetown Campground

  Great place to camp!

  Probably my favorite place to camp so far (newbie camper). We had a site within a short walk to the water. Our tent site was spacious. Vault toilets. Camp store. Playground, boating, fishing, and boat rentals. There is a lot to offer at the park itself and being a college town, quite a few great bars and restaurants.

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  Micah N.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 4, 2020

  Starve Hollow State Rec Area

  Beautiful lake

  My family enjoyed the campground a lot. We rented boats, hiked and swam. We stayed in site 54 and though we couldn’t see the lake we loved the privacy. We arrived on a Sunday and it cleared out nicely. I wouldn’t want to come on a weekend, too busy. A few to many RVs for my tent camping taste. The facilities were nice and clean. Some playgrounds were a bit dated, but kids still enjoyed them. Plenty of bugs, but not insufferable.