Best Glamping near Shoals, IN

Sleeping Bear Retreat near Shoals houses unique teepee accommodations that blend wilderness experiences with comfortable camping amenities. The site includes fire rings, picnic tables, and access to showers and toilets, offering a more comfortable alternative to traditional camping. Electricity and drinking water are available on site, allowing guests to enjoy modern conveniences while still connecting with nature. One guest shared, "All you need to bring is a blanket and food this place has the rest." The campground operates seasonally from March through November, making it an ideal option for spring through fall glamping getaways. Additional glamping options in the region include Starve Hollow State Recreation Area's elevated accommodations and Marengo Cave Campgrounds with their cozy overnight options.

Visitors exploring these glamping sites can participate in on-site activities like disc golf and giant chess at Sleeping Bear Retreat. The natural setting creates perfect conditions for stargazing, with minimal light pollution enhancing the night sky experience. A recent visitor noted, "It is so dark at night that you can see the stars!" For water enthusiasts, several glamping locations provide access to nearby lakes, including Monroe Lake and Indian-Celina Lake. Many sites are positioned within easy driving distance of natural attractions like caves, forests, and state parks. Marengo Cave Campgrounds offers the unique opportunity to stay adjacent to the cave system, allowing glamping guests to easily access cave tours during their stay. Most properties require reservations, and availability varies by season with peak times filling quickly.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Shoals, Indiana (28)

1. Sleeping Bear Retreat
2 Reviews
French Lick, IN
13 miles
Website
$20 - $55 / night
"Bathrooms were decent, plus they have disc golf, huge chess, and paintball!"
2. Youngs Creek Horse Camp
8 Reviews
Paoli, IN
21 miles
Website
+1 (812) 547-7051
"Site accommodates both horse, drive in and walk-in camping. There’s a privy and water on site. Campsites have fire rings and picnic tables."

"It sports a good-sized pavilion and well-maintained his and hers vault toilets. The camp sites were generous in size with gravel parking, fairly level pads, picnic tables, and a fire ring."

3. Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph
33 Reviews
Santa Claus, IN
38 miles
Website
+1 (812) 937-4458
$45 - $101 / night
"This is a fun family Campground located adjacent to holiday world and Splashin Safari. There are golf carts for rent, nice camp stores, pools, playground, putt putt golf course, arcade and more."

"Wow, Lake Rudolph Campground is huge! "
4. Indian-Celina Recreation Area
20 Reviews
Saint Croix, IN
34 miles
Website
+1 (812) 843-4880
$21 - $44 / night
"This was a very quiet campsite in southern Indiana. We had a hard time finding dispered camping in the national Forest so we settled for this site."

"Our camp host was so sweet and gave us a box fan to use (there is electrical) so that we could have some relief from the heat. Our camp site was nice and private yet close to a bathroom. "

5. Newton-Stewart
1 Review
Birdseye, IN
20 miles
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"Didn’t camp/ just used the bathroom. Primitive. 45 spots."
6. Starve Hollow State Rec Area Campground
25 Reviews
Vallonia, IN
40 miles
Website
+1 (812) 358-3464
$23 - $52 / night
"Starve Hollow offers camping from full hookup, electric only (by the lake), tent camping, and cabins. The lake has a swimming area (no lifeguards), playgrounds, and bathhouse. "

"There are full hook-up sites and electric. Regular electric sites on the water are beautiful but not sure we could park our 41 ft fifth wheel on a water site."

7. Yogi Bears at Lake Monroe
6 Reviews
Harrodsburg, IN
29 miles
Website
+1 (812) 824-3322
"It was an awesome set up and we had a great time. We went around Halloween time so the kids participated in a costume contest, pumpkin decorating contest, and trick or treat."

"Friendly Staff. Camp site was a pull through so very easy to set up. Was a full hook up site at that. We enjoyed our stay and visiting IU in the process. Great location and clean camp ground."
8. Shakamak State Park Campground
24 Reviews
Jasonville, IN
42 miles
Website
+1 (812) 665-2158
$16 - $1200 / night
"They have pull spaces for large motor homes with 50 Amp electric. They also have several nice shower houses and plenty of dumpsters for dumping trash."

"There's 7 hiking trails. All are nice walks in the woods. All were muddy in sections. There's an old coal mine on Trail 2. Blocked off for safety. "

9. Marengo Cave Campgrounds
8 Reviews
English, IN
32 miles
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$27 / night
"Sites equipped with electricity, a gazebo & picnic table, and fire pit. Camp store, cave tours, gift shop, and other pay activities are within steps of camping, but only open until 5:00."

"The campgrounds are all equipped with a nice fire pit, picnic table, lean to, and the availability of electric hookup. The campgrounds also has a couple newer cabins that look really cute."
10. O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground
20 Reviews
Leavenworth, IN
42 miles
Website
+1 (812) 738-8232
$19 - $496 / night
"The staff was fairly nice, and even helped us out with a bit of a Karen camper. The sites have an asphalt pad that are mostly level. 50,30,20 amp service in one box."

"Bathhouses feel luxuriously clean and large compared to most campgrounds. There are multiple play areas for children and beautiful hiking trails within and around the campground itself."

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Sarah S.
Guide
Oct. 18, 2020
Marengo Cave Campgrounds
Small sites but very clean!
Camp sites are pretty small, but are aligned along a small stream. Heavy truck and train traffic can be heard at all hours. Sites equipped with electricity, a gazebo & picnic table, and fire pit. Camp store, cave tours, gift shop, and other pay activities are within steps of camping, but only open until 5:00. No security or staff at all after hours. Bath house was heated, extremely clean with flush toilets, and continual hot water. City water access in the middle of the campsite. Play area and 2 large covered areas for get together's. Newer cabins looked very nice from outside. Caves are obviously a must see while there. More caves are within driving distance.
Stefanie W.
Traveler
Oct. 12, 2021
Scales Lake Park
Nice but Close to Neighbors
We camped here in the middle of October. The sites are very close together, so when the campsites are full you don't feel like you have much privacy or personal space. It was nice having full hookups for our camper, and there are plenty of hiking trails to get out and explore. Scales Lake is beautiful, my daughter enjoyed the playground and the petting zoo, and we'd probably like to come back, just maybe not on such a busy weekend.
Kelsey R.
Guide
Nov. 3, 2024
O'Bannon Woods State Park Campground
Shaded and secluded
Obannon Overall, this is a nice state park to camp in. Staff was very friendly. They have ice and wood. My kids enjoyed the nature center, pioneer village, and one of the easy trails.

We stayed in 220. It was nice to be right by the playground and bathrooms (which is what we wanted). Some spots near the back would be nice and secluded like the 180s and 190s and they’re still not too far from the bathrooms and playground. The better playground is in loop A.

I will say, I didn’t see any staff members cleaning up trash, getting campsites ready, or anything the 2 days we were there. Even though we went in November, it was a nice weekend and wasn’t dead, so I was surprised I didn’t see anyone cleaning. Wasn’t the cleanest state campground we’ve been at in Indiana. Certainly wasn’t awful though either.

My biggest gripe was they were hosting a huge cycling group. Like the whole loop A. We were all the way back in C. They held a concert that went on from like 8-11 pm. Being in a pop up, it was so loud and never ending. Made it difficult for my kids to sleep. If they’re going to hold (or allow) events like these, it should be posted on their website. Even with our sound machine, we still couldn’t block it out. I realize quiet hours aren’t until 11, but to me there’s a difference.

There is also hardly any signage and spots are difficult to find. No arrows about which way to go, signs saying which loop you’re in, and spots are only marked on the electrical boxes.

Overall, may stay again and try out the pool since we’re not too far from home, but I wouldn’t go out of my way to stay here.
J
James L.
Scout
Jun. 17, 2019
Starve Hollow State Rec Area Campground
Good variety
Starve Hollow offers camping from full hookup, electric only (by the lake), tent camping, and cabins. The lake has a swimming area (no lifeguards), playgrounds, and bathhouse. The lake allows boats with electric trolling motor only.

We stayed in the full hookup section (camping facilities: electric, sewer, and water hookup as well as fire ring, picnic table, and parking spur at each site. Modern restrooms/showers(wheelchair accessible) are available nearby. 53 sites available, sites 222, 232, and 234 are wheelchair accessible). 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. There is mostly grass on most of the sites in this area.

The campground also offers electric only sites (camping facilities: electric hookup, fire ring, picnic table and parking spur at each site. Drinking water is available in area. Modern restrooms/showers(wheelchair accessible) are available nearby. Dumping station is available. There are 87 sites available. Sites 28, 44, 65, 75 and 90 are wheelchair accessible). They have about 20 sites that back up right to the lake allowing fishing from your campsite. Keep in mind that a lot of the electric only sites are very tight with a lot of trees in the area. I can probably only get my 36 ft 5th wheel into a third of the sites, but there are many of sites that had shorter units on them.

Cabins: Starve Hollow has 13 rent-a-camp cabins available March-Nov.(closed Dec.-Feb.)(NOTE: Local sales only during off season/winter months, contact property for details). Each cabin has a front porch with a swing, outside electric outlet and front porch light. Inside there are two small rooms each providing a ceiling fan with light, a heating/cooling unit and electrical outlets. The front room offers a small table with bench seats, corner shelf, chair, rocking chair, and a loft. The back room offers a bunk bed(single) and a double bed(NO LINENS or MATTRESS PROVIDED). Air mattress recommended.

Fishing/Boating Starve-Hollow Lake has three boat ramps to choose from, one at the dam and two in the electric campground. Kayak, rowboat and canoe rental is available. A valid Indiana fishing license is required. Rowboat and canoe rental is available from mid April through October. Starve-Hollow Lake is a trolling motor only lake. For campers a fish cleaning station is available.

Swimming 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. Wheelchair ramps allow access to beach and concession area.

Picnicking There are picnic areas and picnic shelters that can be reserved. Both shelters can be accessed by wheelchair. The East shelter has an electrical outlet. Picnic tables and grills are located at the picnic sites. A wheelchair accessible playground, basketball goals, softball fields, horseshoe pits and a sand volleyball court are located on or near the swimming beach.

Hiking Trails Starve Hollow has several hiking trails to explore that total approximately 11 miles.
Josh S.
Traveler
Aug. 27, 2018
Shakamak State Park Campground
Great campground. Large park.
Great place to camp. They have pull spaces for large motor homes with 50 Amp electric. They also have several nice shower houses and plenty of dumpsters for dumping trash. Each site includes a fire pit, electric, and picknick table. Online reservations was a breeze. The only negative is the main parts of the park are a good distance from the camping. The pool is wonderful and many trails to explore.
J
J C.
Guide
Oct. 19, 2018
Starve Hollow State Rec Area Campground
Great place! We will come back!
There are full hook-up sites and electric. Regular electric sites on the water are beautiful but not sure we could park our 41 ft fifth wheel on a water site. Trails are rugged at times and you can access them through campground. We are here in the fall but the beach looks like a good size. Boat rentals. Cabins look cute. We peeked in one. Double bed with bunks in room. Theres a loft for kids. A/C and heat but not bathroom. Bring a mattress or sleeping bags or you will sleep on wood. I recommend the water cabins. Playgrounds are sprinkled throughout. DNR dont patrol a lot. Quiet campground.
Cynthia K.
Legend
May. 14, 2025
Shakamak State Park Campground
Very nice campground!
This was a camping weekend. We've camped here before, but many years ago. It was time to go back.

So, we couldn't remember much about this state park. We were never compelled to go back sooner. Now I remember why. This is a nice park. Not outstanding. Not special. It's just...nice.

There's 7 hiking trails. All are nice walks in the woods. All were muddy in sections. There's an old coal mine on Trail 2. Blocked off for safety.

There's no beach, but they have an enormous pool. It has slides & everything.

This is a fishing park. Boating with electric motors, so a quiet lake. Fishing was fair according to my fishing guy.

The Nature Center was inexplicably closed "for the season". Disappointing!

There's many boat launches & picnic areas. Cabins for rent. Boats for rent.

We stayed at the electric campground. The sites are great- wooded. This is a well established campground.

The sites are all flat- ALL FLAT!!! No inclined sites at all! Unheard of in an Indiana State Park, but there you go.

There's some train noise.

The bathrooms/showers are KOA clean. Also unheard of in an Indiana State Park. I couldn't even find a spider web. Kudos to the park employees& camp hosts!

We had a site by the lake, but there was no lake view & there was a steep incline to get down to the water.

This campground has a beautiful fishing pier just for campers.

Bring an extension cord if you're in a pull through. If you want your door facing the fire pit- the electric box is in an awkward place.

There's also another campground that has a mix of electric/full hookup & non electric sites. They have a beautiful bathhouse.

All in all a pleasant weekend. We camped at Shakamak State Park in a Travel Trailer.
S
Shannon B.
Traveler
Apr. 27, 2020
Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph
The most fun!!!!!
This is a fun family Campground located adjacent to holiday world and Splashin Safari. There are golf carts for rent, nice camp stores, pools, playground, putt putt golf course, arcade and more. This campground has lots of family fun activities Such as a glow parade, karaoke night, arts and crafts, and more. The Halloween themed weekends are so much fun with a campsite decorating contest, trick-or-treating etc.
Cherie B.
Scout
Aug. 28, 2018
Brown County-Nashville KOA
Quiet and friendly
This is our go to campground. Not overly large but it’s clean and quiet. The owners are friendly and helpful. Bathrooms/showers are clean. Laundry on site. Small store and library where you can borrow books. Nice dog walk and small fenced dog area. 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. Highly recommend!