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Best Campgrounds near Plainfield, IN

696 Reviews

Campgrounds within a 30-mile radius of Plainfield, Indiana range from urban facilities to wooded retreats, providing options for various camping preferences. Indianapolis KOA in Greenfield offers tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals from March through November, while Lake Haven Retreat provides year-round RV accommodations with full hookups. Several privately managed properties in the metropolitan area cater primarily to RVs and long-term stays, with limited tent camping opportunities at select locations.

Most campgrounds in the Indianapolis region require reservations, particularly during summer months and special events. "For an urban campground, it is better than others. The grounds are clean and the sites aren't too tight. It isn't scenic but if you want a safe place to stay and enjoy the city, this fits the bill," notes one visitor about Lake Haven Retreat. The Indiana State Fairgrounds Campground remains open year-round but has limited amenities and poor signage according to multiple reviews. Water and electric hookups are standard at most facilities, though primitive camping is available at Morgan-Monroe State Forest about 35 miles south of Plainfield, where campers should bring exact change for self-registration.

Campground experiences vary significantly between the urban and rural options surrounding Plainfield. Urban campgrounds typically feature level sites with reliable utilities but may lack natural settings or privacy. A camper at Lake Haven Retreat mentioned, "The sites were all nice and level with a crushed stone base. Our site had a nice grass lawn near the water." For more natural surroundings, Morgan-Monroe State Forest provides quieter camping with hiking trails, though reviews indicate the vault toilets are in poor condition. Turkey Run State Park, approximately 50 miles west of Plainfield, receives consistently positive reviews for its scenic hiking trails and varied accommodation options, including cabins and yurts, making it worth the longer drive for nature enthusiasts seeking more immersive outdoor experiences.

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Best Camping Sites Near Plainfield, Indiana (118)

    1. Lake Haven Retreat

    7 Reviews
    Beech Grove, IN
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (317) 783-5267

    "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."

    2. Indy Lakes Campground

    3 Reviews
    Waverly, IN
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (317) 888-6006

    3. Indianapolis KOA

    21 Reviews
    Lawrence, IN
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (317) 894-1397

    $60 - $80 / night

    "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!"

    4. Acacia Farms

    1 Review
    Brownsburg, IN
    13 miles
    +1 (260) 445-8000

    $58 / night

    "Acacia Farms is an awesome spot to slow down in the country and enjoy being around some small farm animals.  Check them out and share some pics of your stay!"

    5. 3-Point Lake Campgrounds

    1 Review
    Mooresville, IN
    10 miles
    +1 (317) 831-5120

    6. Indiana State Fairgrounds Campground

    4 Reviews
    Indianapolis, IN
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (317) 927-7503

    $40 / night

    7. Breaktime in Bargersville

    1 Review
    Waverly, IN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (313) 516-5462

    $75 - $150 / night

    8. Lieber State Recreation Area Campground

    22 Reviews
    Cloverdale, IN
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 276-0194

    $16 - $25 / night

    "Cagles Mill Lake borders the southwestern side of the area.

    We arrived to a very quiet campground with few campers."

    "Each campsite is spacious and has plenty of space away from your neighbors. There was plenty of shade even though our pad wasn't tucked back in the woods."

    9. Turkey Run State Park Campground

    70 Reviews
    Marshall, IN
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 597-2635

    $20 - $25 / night

    "Turkey Run is arguably the most popular campground (and state park) in Indiana and has its pros and cons."

    "Much enjoyed hiking some of the trails at Turkey Run State Park near Marshall, Indiana. This is Indiana's 2nd oldest state park, now 100 years old (1916-2016)."

    10. Oak Ridge Camping Area — Morgan-Monroe State Forest

    9 Reviews
    Martinsville, IN
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 342-4026

    $25 - $55 / night

    "This is probably the best state forest in the state of Indiana. The property is well maintained. There is a new visitors center built a few years ago."

    "Site 13 has a little trail that goes down to a large flooded sinkhole behind the campsite. There were lots of tree frogs singing because of the proximity to water."

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  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Taylor Ridge Campground — Brown County State Park

    Nice Trails & Big Campsites

    I had a great time camping here. The spots in Taylor ridge were mostly well-spaced and felt pretty private. The pit toilets were clean and the showers were nice. Busy campground but it was very quiet still. 262 was the biggest and most private site I saw when walking around. 260 is a pull through site.

  • David C.
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Mystic Waters Campground

    Great campground for RVs and cabins

    This is a great campground for RVs and cabins, but unfortunately not for tents as the highway 69 is too noisy. Also there are not a lot of trees.

  • L
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Shades State Park Campground

    It was very clean, nicely spaced, and shaded.

    Very nice campground! It was close by Turkey Run State Park, which had amazing trails, that are pictured below. (We definitely recommend Trail 3!) The campground itself was very nice and clean, as well as shaded and pretty. We were camping in August, so it wasn't very busy and we got peace. There were many fun things to do in Turkey Run, although the pool was closed in August. There was also a fun little ice cream place and store in downtown Marshall! 

      Great place overall!

  • T
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Sugar Creek Campground and Canoe Rental LLC

    Horrible experience

    To much money rv/campsites way way to small they charge for EVERYTHING INCLUDING GUEST TO SEE IF THEY WANT TO CAMP , u can only have 4 people then its 10$ per each for a weekend ridiculous

  • T
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Sugar Creek Campground and Canoe Rental LLC

    Ripped off for sure read your itinerary is what she told me 4 times instead of trying to make it right !!!!

    Experience was good , except do not get sites 33, 34 or 35 we had maybe 5ft between us and the camper beside us , no way and the electricity hookup is right there so putting out awning was so very dangerous!!!! Bc the water dripped straight onto the electric hookup and who knows if someone may have a cut or anything wrong with there cord electric shock for sure !!!! Visitors JUST TO VISIT TO SEE IF THEY WANT TO CAMP THERE 5$ each Could not cook out or anything bc there’s no room in between your camper and your neighbor’s camper They tell u to look at the four day itinerary, but we’ve always just called or got on the website and booked our site, but it is pretty ridiculous for a camper to hold six or eight and you can only have four people and then on top of that an arm and a leg just for a float to float downstream which the gal young gal told me it was 2 miles 2 to 4 hour trip and it took us an hour so basically got ripped off pretty good this weekend so make sure to read your email b4 going here ! Thank goodness we had family bc we had absolutely no room for anything Bugs horrible And they tell you to have dogs on leash , no one had their dogs on leash except us . A blue healer tried to bite one of us ! It was pouring down and the guy on golf cart while we’re trying to hurry in the rain was so worried about our card he couldn’t wait till we was leaving to turn it in . They give u a code so why not put it in your phone bc if u lose there card they charge u 40$ Seems like more of a money thing to us . We enjoy camping but my gosh break the bank here for sure no gravel on sites hardly mainly dirt and sand so come prepared to sweep your caper or rv every hour . Very very tiny sites and unacceptable for us and anyone wanting to enjoy outside of your camper with your awning

  • Brian O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Raccoon Ridge Campground — Brown County State Park

    the non-RV loop of the three camp areas (I think)

    Our third Indiana state park. Still impressed, they have all been friendly, well maintained with good, spread out sites and good signage everywhere (even the trails). All the rest rooms are spotlessly clean.
    We were there mid-week, so very few of the 480 (!) sites were occupied, except in Buffalo Ridge, the primary RV loop. There are three loops, Buffalo ridge (RV), Raccoon Ridge which is tent sites around the outside, with electric inside the loop. Which would be suitable for RVs. Many of the tent sites are split-level, meaning the fire pit and tent area is down a hill from where you park your car. We have a mini pop-up, and had no problem parking both it and car on the pad, and, these sites have two picnic tables, upper and lower. Check the photos when you reserve!
    We drove through Taylor ridge loop, and it's your best choice for getting away from it all. 
    The camp store is stocked with the basics, but has more souvenirs than food or camp needs. That's okay, as some of their goods are better quality than many other places.
    The park has a classic old CCC lodge (though you enter through the modern addition) so if you don't want to cook, eat at the restaurant (open till 8:PM), great food, generous portions. 
    The park also features an Olympic size pool (capacity 2,000). You cannot walk there from the campground unless you are very hardy and very determined. 
    You may think of Indiana as flat farmland, but this park is VERY hilly, with many scenic overlooks. It has two man-made lakes. Unsure about boating options on the larger one. 
    Another big feature are equestrian trails and a horse campground, see someone else's review for that.
    Nearby is the town of Nashville, which is full of art and craft galleries as well as multiple fudge shops, hand-made soaps, etc... Touristy but quaint. Was surprisingly crowded when we passed through on a Friday morning.   
    We are planning to go back to take advantage of all we missed in the area. Oh, I should point out that there are many private campgrounds nearby, it's a very popular  area.

  • hThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Brown County-Nashville KOA

    KOA Brown County

    Very nice campground, full hookup up, helpful staff. Small pool with limited hours. Camp store. Very close to Brown County State Park and Nashville, IN. Lots of mature trees.

  • Ax H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Berry Ridge Road - Dispersed Camping

    Free camping

    Bunch of little spots along this road to pull into. Set up with rent and vehicle. Just trees knocking, bugs curling and frogs croaking. Did see a rattlesnake dead on the road. No toilet but good reception

  • Emilee B.
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Broadview Lake and Campground

    Home away from home!

    This campground has a personality of its own. Majority of the lots are permanent Indiana residents but the option for an impromptu night of camping here is always open. The staff have been here years and you can tell genuinely care about this place. They make sure to know you, which makes me feel safe cuz they know who’s here whether tenant or guest. Neighbors are great. You have the occasion person that likes to hear themselves but that’s everywhere. If u want to make friends you can and if you want to stay to yourself you can. The pool was just put in a year ago and is a relaxing place to go. Also what I thought was different was that no matter what is going on here , everyone settles down around 10 to 11 pm and by midnight you hear the crickets and owls. Everyone is so respectful of quiet time here no matter the festivity. There is a pond you can fish as well. If you wanna stick around a while this is the campground for you.

Guide to Plainfield

Camping near Plainfield, Indiana, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From scenic trails to family-friendly amenities, there’s something for everyone in this area.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Cecil M Harden Lake Raccoon State Recreation Area stated, "Bathhouse clean, plenty of showers, flush toilets."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A visitor at Turkey Run State Park Campground mentioned, "Large campground with spacious sites."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Paynetown Campground are great for families. One reviewer said, "This campground is by far cheaper than the other DNR sites and way better."

What you should know:

  • Crowded on Weekends: Many campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A camper at Paynetown Campground noted, "This is a busy place."
  • Limited Privacy: Some sites are close together, which can affect privacy. A review for Turkey Run State Park Campground mentioned, "Many sites are in an open, level area without a lot of trees or bushes between them."
  • Variable Amenities: Not all campgrounds have the same facilities. A visitor at Shades State Park Campground pointed out, "The vault toilets were dirty, needed to be emptied."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Plan for Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and family-friendly activities. A review for White River Campground mentioned, "Lots of free activities for kids."
  • Choose the Right Site: Make sure to pick a site that suits your family's needs. One camper at Buffalo Ridge Campground advised, "Pay attention to your campsite for slope and camper accessibility."
  • Pack for Comfort: Bring along items that will keep your family comfortable. A visitor at Hardin Ridge said, "Beautiful spacious sites. Spread out with plenty of room between sites."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Accessibility: Make sure your RV can fit in the site. A review for Terre Haute Campground noted, "Most sites are gravel."
  • Look for Full Hookups: If you need full hookups, check the campground details. A camper at Prophetstown State Park Campground mentioned, "One of only a handful of state parks which offer full hookups."
  • Be Prepared for Tight Spaces: Some campgrounds have close sites. A review for Terre Haute Campground stated, "Sites are very close together."

Camping around Plainfield, Indiana, has its perks and quirks. Whether you're looking for a family getaway or a peaceful retreat, there's a campground that fits your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What RV parks are available near Plainfield?

RV enthusiasts near Plainfield have several excellent options. Indianapolis KOA near Greenfield provides full-service RV camping with big-rig-friendly sites and all necessary hookups, about 30 minutes east of Plainfield. For those seeking a more natural setting while still accommodating RVs, Lake Haven Retreat offers spacious sites with modern amenities. Both locations provide water, electrical hookups, and dump stations. Most RV parks in the area are open year-round and offer online reservations. Many parks feature pull-through sites, which are particularly convenient for larger rigs. Prices typically range from $30-60 per night depending on hookups and amenities.

How far is Camp Atterbury from Plainfield, Indiana?

Camp Atterbury is approximately 45 miles (about a 50-minute drive) southeast of Plainfield, Indiana. The most direct route follows I-70 East to I-65 South, then US-31 to Edinburgh. While not a traditional campground, the surrounding area offers outdoor recreation opportunities. Nearby, Yellowwood State Forest provides primitive camping with 79 sites across its 23,326 acres, located about 25 minutes further south from Camp Atterbury. Alternatively, White River Campground provides a closer option if you're looking for camping facilities in the general vicinity between Plainfield and Camp Atterbury. Most camping options in this region are seasonal, with limited or no services during winter months.

Where are the campgrounds near Plainfield, Indiana?

Several campgrounds are located within driving distance of Plainfield, Indiana. To the west, you'll find Lieber State Recreation Area Campground near Cloverdale, about 30 minutes away via I-70. This peaceful area borders Cagles Mill Lake and offers wooded sites with electrical hookups. For those willing to drive a bit further, 3-Point Lake Campgrounds near Mooresville is approximately 20 minutes south of Plainfield. Other options include Johnson County Park to the southeast and various campgrounds in Brown County State Park about an hour south. Most campgrounds in the region offer basic amenities like showers, water access, and picnic areas, with many open year-round with reduced winter services.

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