Glamping accommodations around Nineveh, Indiana sit at elevations between 600-850 feet amid rolling hills of south-central Indiana. The region experiences four distinct seasons with humid summers reaching the upper 80s and winters dropping below freezing. Several properties remain open seasonally, with limited availability during winter months when precipitation averages 3-4 inches monthly.
What to do
Hiking at Morgan-Monroe State Forest: This 24,000-acre forest offers extensive hiking opportunities with trails ranging from easy to challenging. The forest contains several small lakes for fishing and kayaking. According to one visitor, "There are a lot of trails to hike 2 of them are over 10 miles (lower gap and three lakes). The Tecumseh trail (40 miles) starts in Morgan Monroe State Forest passes through Yellowwood State Forest and ends in the Hoosier national Forest."
Ziplining and outdoor adventures: eXplore Brown County offers adventure activities beyond standard camping experiences. A visitor notes, "I've been zipping here twice and enjoyed both encounters. About three years transpired between visits and they have added a lot of new features since my original visit." Another camper mentions, "They have zip-lining, paintball, arrow tag, ATVs, off-road tours, mountain biking, hiking."
Water recreation on nearby rivers: Hidden Paradise Campground provides access to water activities on Flat Rock River. One visitor shares, "Flat rock river runs by a lot of the camp sites. Makes for a beautiful scenery, good fishing and/or float on it in your kayak or on a raft." The campground also features a quarry for swimming with "a slide and a trampoline."
What campers like
Access to Brown County State Park: The state park entrance is conveniently located near several glamping sites. A visitor at Brown County-Nashville KOA notes, "Very nice campground, full hookup up, helpful staff... Very close to Brown County State Park and Nashville, IN. Lots of mature trees." This location provides easy access to hiking and scenic views.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention the cleanliness of facilities at glamping locations near Nineveh. One visitor at Brown County-Nashville KOA shares, "Well kept campground. Cleanest campground bathrooms I have ever seen. Friendly staff." Another mentions, "Clean bathrooms/showers. Nice laundry facility. Staff was very friendly."
Community atmosphere: Friends O' Mine Campground & Cabins offers a welcoming environment for glampers. A guest reports, "We booked this location as a one night stop on our way to our destination, but it turned out to be way more than that. The owner, their staff, and fellow campers embraced us as part of the family. Their fire pit fellowship is second to none."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most glamping accommodations in the area operate from April through November. One visitor at Morgan-Monroe State Forest advises, "When you arrive set up at your site. Then you will need to go WITH EXACT CHANGE to the sign in at the main building. It's easy, there is a little box on the side of the firewood shed."
Site selection matters: Not all sites offer the same level of privacy or features. A camper at Oak Ridge Camping Area — Morgan-Monroe State Forest shares, "This campground is decent if you get one of the few good spots. Many sites are small and can only accommodate a tent. Has water and vault toilets. This campground typically remains available as an overflow camping area but is still a good spot."
Noise levels vary by location: Some properties experience higher noise levels. A visitor at eXplore Brown County notes, "The campground itself was decent but it was very noisy the holiday weekend I stayed. People were chopping wood at 4:30am one night. Late night partying and music followed up with early rising children riding bikes and talking loudly."
Tips for camping with families
Water features for children: Indianapolis KOA offers family-friendly water recreation. A visitor shares, "The pool is delightful especially for littles who will enjoy the fountains and big pouring bucket." Another mentions, "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."
Playground access: Multiple glamping sites feature playground facilities for children. A camper notes, "Nice property and friendly staff, but nice playgrounds were plenty in the Brown County State Park whose entrance is just across the road which gives location an A+."
Educational opportunities: Morgan-Monroe State Forest provides learning experiences for children. A visitor recommends, "Plenty of great trails nearby. Nothing crazy or particularly noteworthy, but a nice little park. Recommend the tree trail."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling requirements: Be prepared to adjust for uneven terrain at some locations. At Morgan-Monroe State Forest, a camper shares, "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."
Navigation challenges: Some glamping sites can be difficult to find, especially after dark. A visitor at Hidden Paradise Campground reports, "While the campground sign can be seen from the main road on the way in- it all disappears in the dark after you turn onto the road. It's needs to be marked better."
Site size considerations: RV campers should check site dimensions before booking. One visitor notes, "Our site was directly beside a tiny cabin and could have been a little bigger but that's what you get often times with RV sites."
