Cabin camping near Seymour, Indiana provides access to the rolling hills of southern Indiana, where elevations range from 500 to 900 feet across the landscape. The region features mixed hardwood forests dominated by oak, maple, and hickory trees. Most cabins remain open March through October, though several parks now offer limited winter availability with reduced amenities during December through February.
What to do
Boat rentals at Monroe Lake: Hardin Ridge Recreation Area offers access to Monroe Lake where campers can enjoy water activities. "This campground is on the south side of Monroe lake and has beach access. I tent camped solo and everything went great!" according to Christine C.
Hiking the Knobstone Trail: Delaney Creek Park serves as the starting point for serious hikers. As James M. notes, "Its at the start to a Fifty mile trail (Knobstone Trail) or you can do the Delaney Loop in about 6 hours (7.5 miles and 2000 ft elevation change) a good challenge for all ages."
Explore pioneer history: Spring Mill State Park features a historic village with working mills. "There is even an amazing pioneer village to explore where an original corn mill stands and you can buy freshly ground corm mill!" says Rachel W.
Seasonal water activities: Wooster Campground at Hardy Lake offers fishing and boating options with mooring available. Rebecca J. explains, "The Wooster Bay primitive area allows campers to moor their boats overnight. It has a very relaxed atmosphere."
What campers like
Lake views from campsites: Delaney Creek Park offers lakefront camping with concrete pads. Lora H. shares, "We were here for a family reunion and used the club house, which was very nice. They also have boat docks, outdoor pavilion, basketball court, beach and swimming area."
Swimming facilities: CERA Sports Corporation features exceptional water amenities. One camper notes, "Pool area is super nice with a waterslide, diving boards and a unique rock climbing wall in the deep end. My kids always look forward to this campground."
Family activities: Multiple parks offer structured programming for children. At Spring Mill State Park, Jessie W. reports, "They had a Smokey the Bear program for the kids and some really fun activities at the nature center while we were there."
Evening quiet: Many visitors appreciate the peaceful atmosphere in state recreation areas. Martin M. from Starve Hollow State Recreation Area writes, "The bathhouse was clean (even though it rained most of the weekend). These sites are a good size and able to get any size Trailer or RV into these sites."
What you should know
Seasonal limitations: Some facilities close during winter months. At Camp Raintree Lake, visitors note recent improvements: "We also enjoyed live music at the pavilion, and PIZZA from their new café, it was fabulous. They even have Boba tea."
Site leveling challenges: Many campsites in the region require leveling equipment. At Delaney Creek Park, Lora H. warns, "Every lot slopes down towards the lake. If you have levelers, should not be a problem, but be sure to bring extra, because it's a good 3" to 5"."
Road access considerations: Some parks have challenging approach roads. A reviewer at Delaney Creek Park notes, "The decent into this park is steep and the road is narrow. I think there is one section that is close to 8%, however it's short."
Reservation requirements: Peak season demands advance planning. James L. advises about Starve Hollow, "We stayed in the full hookup section... these sites are a good size and able to get any size Trailer or RV into these sites."
Tips for camping with families
Multiple playgrounds: Charlestown State Park offers extensive recreational facilities. Burns G. shares, "Spent 5 nights and had a wonderful time. Enjoyed trails, big lots and lots of stuff for the kids to do."
Cabin selection for groups: Brown County-Nashville KOA offers different cabin sizes. Cherie B. notes, "Sites level and good for big rigs down to tents. Three cabins also available. Owners are relatively new and have been working on improvements continually."
Swimming safety: Lakes have designated swimming areas without lifeguards. At Starve Hollow, James L. explains, "A large beach is available for swimming from the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Restrooms, dressing facilities, showers, and food concessions are available to visitors."
Kid-friendly amenities: Most parks feature dedicated children's areas. At Hardin Ridge, Leah S. reports, "It has nicely shaded, private tent sites! Great place for bike riding and, also very family friendly!"
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: Hardin Ridge offers different camping loops with varying amenities. Deb T. advises, "Some of the loops do not allow generators and or have restricted hours of usage. The is a small beach, boat launch, multiple small playgrounds, and an ampitheater, but there is no campstore."
Hookup variations: Electric sites often lack other utilities. At Starve Hollow, full hookup sites differ from waterfront options. One camper explains, "The campground also offers electric only sites... They have about 20 sites that back up right to the lake allowing fishing from your campsite."
Water and electric extension needs: At Delaney Creek Park, utilities may require additional equipment. Kelsie E. warns, "The electric and water hookups are not in standard locations for RV hookups. Make sure you bring an extension for your electric hookup, otherwise you might not be able to reach the post."
Dump station locations: Most parks provide dump stations near exits. Lisa D. from Charlestown State Park reports, "Campground was nice with concrete pads and full hookups. Campground was not heavily shaded, but we didn't mind that at all."
