Nineveh, Indiana sits at the intersection of rolling hills and thick forestland in central Indiana, where campsites experience seasonal temperature shifts ranging from below-freezing winters to humid 85°F summer days. Dispersed camping opportunities exist along Berry Ridge Road south of Nineveh, offering primitive sites without facilities for those seeking solitude. The surrounding woodland terrain features elevation changes between 600-800 feet above sea level, creating varied camping environments across the region.
What to do
Kayaking opportunities: Johnson County Park provides lake access for paddlers, with some campers noting the multiple water activities available. According to a visitor, "This is a beautiful State Park situated in the rolling hills of southern Indiana. The park offers year around camping with reduced services in the winter months...lakes, naturalist service, nature center and horse camping/trails."
Mountain biking trails: Brown County State Park features extensive trail networks. One camper explained, "I make multiple visits here every year, mainly for the mountain bike trails. There are almost 30 miles of trails inside the park with new trails every year for the past 3+ years. Connectivity to Yellowwood and Hoosier National Forest is also available for those adventurous individuals with lots of gas in the bike tank."
Hiking exploration: Scenic woodland trails are accessible from Yellowwood State Forest campground. A visitor mentioned, "The park has 5 hiking trails ranging from easy to rugged and access to the Tecumesh Trail(43 miles) originally proposed to span from Florida to Canada."
Fishing spots: Multiple lake access points exist throughout the area. As one camper stated, "We have also had lots of fun renting a rowboat, and being out on the water. A few times we have camped in groups and rented an area, and that was also a great time camping with friends."
Nashville shopping: The nearby town offers unique retail opportunities. A camper shared, "Nashville is just down the road and has a lot of small shops to go through and a micro brew/distillery that has good beer and food."
What campers like
Affordability: Camping costs range from free to moderate prices. At Berry Ridge Road, one visitor noted, "This is dispersed camping at its best." Another explained, "Multiple campsites in the area, I've stayed at two both of which were away from others, clean, fairly flat and had plenty of dead wood around to burn. Some sites, at least one, could fit a pretty good sized camper. This is pack in pack out, no amenities camping for free."
Privacy between sites: Campground layouts vary significantly in how they balance solitude with amenities. One visitor to Taylor Ridge Campground observed, "The roads are not marked very well and it took a bit to find our site which needed level blocks and is just wide enough for the Rv. Nice to have water supply within 10 feet. Very quiet, shady paved sites in Taylor's Ridge loop."
Clean facilities: Maintained bathhouses and restrooms receive consistent praise. At Raccoon Ridge Campground, a camper reported, "Pit toilets at the back of the loop were probably the cleanest pits I've ever used. Bonus that there are dedicated mens/womens pits. The shower house at the top of the loop was dated but completely adequate with hot water."
Fall colors: The woodland setting creates dramatic autumn displays. According to a visitor, "It's a nice big state park with water and trails and rolling hills. In the fall it's almost as good as New England (almost)."
What you should know
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds have uneven terrain. As one camper at Brown County-Nashville KOA reported, "Pads are gravel and we did need to use several leveling blocks on our site, which made for a doosey of a bottom step into and out of our trailer." Another noted, "The 'patio' pad for the picnic table is 12" concrete blocks. It was mostly level, but not near the edge near our tow vehicle. Tripped a few times; these blocks should be redone."
Military noise proximity: Some campgrounds experience sounds from nearby training. A camper at Camp Atterbury noted, "If you don't mind fireing guns 24/7 it's a great little place." Another stated, "If you don't mind gunfire 24/7 this is the best place ever. No issues with me or my Service Dog."
Tent camping limitations: Policies vary significantly between parks. A reviewer warned about Johnson County Park, "They used to have awesome tent camping sites, but they stopped allowing tent camping. RV/camper's are the only thing they allow now." Another visitor confirmed, "The Rules sheet that is included in some of the pictures indicates that no tent camping is allowed."
Pay showers: Some facilities charge for shower use. A camper at Bill Monroe Music Park reported, "It was a great campground but paying to take a shower was a bit much. Especially when you already paid to camp."
Tips for camping with families
Site selection strategy: Research site layouts before booking for optimal positioning. At Taylor Ridge Campground, a camper recommended, "The site we stayed in was lovely. It was backed up to the edge of the woods which made for a lovely view. Driving through the campground it looks like there are some sites pretty close together but ours wasn't too bad. I would say pay particular attention to the size of the site you're booking as some were pretty small."
Activity planning: Bill Monroe Music Park offers entertainment options beyond standard camping. A visitor shared, "This is the Bill Monroe Bluegrass Music Park & Campground near Nashville, IN. Very nice facility with nice stage for events. Sites are variable, some shaded & some full sun but it's really all about the music!"
Nature center visits: Educational opportunities exist for children. A camper noted, "The nature center is really fun with animals and a bee hive that the children really enjoyed! There are a lot of diverse hiking trails for all."
Festival timing: Seasonal events create special camping experiences. One visitor mentioned, "Went for fall break & their Halloween week! So much fun."
Tips from RVers
Size limitations: Vehicle dimensions impact site selection significantly. A visitor to Yellowwood State Forest advised, "This park is perfect for tent camping or smaller units; we would not recommend for larger units as most sites are small and unlevel and may challenge your maneuvering skills!"
Entrance accessibility: Some park entrances have restrictions. A visitor warned, "The north entrance is through a covered bridge with a 9 foot clearance and 3 ton limit! Otherwise, use the easily accessible west entrance, just a few miles 'around the corner.'"
Electric hookup variations: Power options differ between campgrounds. At Johnson County Park, a camper explained, "There are very few 50 amp spots, so we were in a 30 amp spot. The camp host was nice and helpful. The bathroom is adequate. There are no laundry facilities."
Dump station locations: Limited sewer facilities require planning. A visitor described, "The only amenity not available is Sewage Hookup but they offer a dump instead. Very open wide spaced sites. Shade is hard to come by."
