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Versailles State Park Campground accommodates pets throughout its three camping loops with paved sites featuring water and electrical hookups. Dogs must remain leashed in all areas of the campground, with several walking paths available for pet exercise. The park's hiking trails welcome leashed dogs, providing options ranging from easy to moderate difficulty through wooded terrain and creek areas. Sites in Loop C (particularly sites 194 and 195) offer more privacy for camping with pets, while Loop A contains some sloped sites that may be challenging for RVs. The campground maintains clean restroom facilities and provides fire rings and picnic tables at each site.
Nearby Delaware Campground and Thousand Trails Indian Lakes also welcome pets, expanding options for campers with dogs in the region. Trail 1-3 at Versailles State Park are well-marked for hiking with pets, though hikers should be cautious of abundant poison ivy along paths. The 230-acre lake permits pets in boats (kayaks and canoes available for rental), but no swimming areas for dogs exist within the park. Campers should note that while all loops allow pets, weekends can become crowded, particularly during Halloween events which many camping families with dogs attend annually. The campground features only one dump station serving all three loops, potentially creating longer wait times during peak checkout periods on Sundays.
"This is a great southern Indiana State Park with easy access from US 50."
"Versailles state park has become my families go to camping, hiking, fishing site. We go several times a year to camp and rent a 2 person kayak to hit up the lake."
from $33 - $35 / night
Check Availability"If you live outside of Indiana you have to pay a $9 entrance fee on top of the campground reservation fee, which makes for a pricey weekend trip for those on a budget."
"No sewer or water hookup as you would expect at most Indiana State Parks. The sites are extremely spacious and plenty of sites with shade."
from $20 - $35 / night
Check Availability"The only major potholes I have encountered are upon entering and exiting near the ranger station. The lot is gravel and very large for my small rig which was cool."
"Indian Lakes Campground is 10 minutes east of downtown Batesville, an hour to the east of Indianapolis and an hour to the west of Cincinnati."
"There is a lot to do in this one little area except long distance hiking. There are some nice short intersecting trails through out the park. The longest one is 2 miles around Big Bone Lake."
"There’s also some hiking and biking trails accessible from the main turnoff from the highway, so there’s plenty to do in the area if you’re stopping on through or staying a few days."
from $40 / night
Check Availability"There is a pool, volleyball courts and a dog park. It is hot in June, so bring a canopy if your RV doesn’t have one."
"Park has a playground and dog park. Lots of space between campers with cement patio, fire pit and picnic table and lots of trees. We had no issue pulling in our 42’ 5th wheel."
"It sat at one end of our site but right up against the site next to us, so trying to sit around a campfire would have been a little awkward. There wasn't any shade on the pull thru sites."
"There are showers, an awesome library, a store, laundry and walking trails"
"Great place to camp if you like being next to water, amazing views, fast boats, and good food. Key West Shrimp House is a landmark restaurant with great food."
"An easy walk into downtown."
from $30 - $40 / night
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Guidethe campground is seriously in need of some tlc and they have gotten rid of the deer exhibit and replaced it with a dog park which is sad because my family spent a few hours each trip just petting and feeding the deer before. also the nature center isn’t what it used to be. bathrooms are always nasty. it’s sad because this used to be our go to campground.
GuideOut of all places I've camped in Indiana, this is, by far, the worst. Please note that this is for the non-electric sites. Reasons for the low rating:
We were lucky enough to find a campsite (#118) very far away from the playground which was surrounded by grasses that separated the campsites surrounding you which was very nice. Again, the raccoons were horrible though.
GuideNice campground with several pull through sites for big rigs. Pool and new dog park with a very nice play area for the kids. We prefer site 18 which offers nice privacy and os next to a stream.
ScoutVery friendly staff. The bathrooms having regular working toilets and showers. The bathrooms are very nice. There is a pool, volleyball courts and a dog park. It is hot in June, so bring a canopy if your RV doesn’t have one.
GuideWe love camping here! Whether it's tent camping, group camping, RV, cabin, or lodge accommodations they can fill all your needs. Very large park with playgrounds, fishing, swimming, creek access, dog park, archery practice area or walk over to the damn. The bathrooms could use a little better cleaning but all in all it's a great park! We come often and camp at least once a year! Highly recommended.
ScoutOwners are fantastic. They will get to a 5 as they continue their hard work making it an awesome place. New owners took over 4 months ago. They have many activities (was yogi bear till it was sold) put put, bowling, chess, volleyball, fishing. Dog park, Play ground was nicely done. Lake has lots of algae. Pool is brand new. It is by highway however, that did not bother us personally. I will visit again and would consider seasonal. Service id rate them a 5. Wonderful people and the place as much potential.
ScoutI’ve been camping here every summer since I was a child. There is always a lot to do for all age groups. They’ve also added in a dog park which is perfect for my fur babies! There’s plenty of trails for hiking and adventuring. Archery range, plenty of spots to fish and keep everyone occupied! Love this campground and will continue to come back for many years to come!
GuideGorgeous property with such kind and friendly owners. New owners that are making improvements to the property but it is so nice already.
The lake is GORGEOUS. Sites have mature trees, variety of singing birds. Really nice stay here as we were passing through. There is a sand volleyball net, gah gah ball, dog park, playground, mini golf (not ready for summer yet), and a new pool soon (concrete poured the other day).
Campground is a few miles from interstate and right off the highway so some highway noise but still a great picturesque place.
We will definitely stay here again if we are in the area .
ScoutBathrooms = -5 Showers = -100 Staff = 5 Campsites = 2. Could they make the sites any smaller? Camper next to you is right on top of you. Landscaping = 4 - just not kept up well at all. Dog Park = one, and it's a loooooooooooong ways away. I travel full-time. Stay at KOA's all the time. This is, by far, THE WORST KOA I have been to and, no matter what, I won't be back. Seriously bad. There's even a $10 charge if you leave the KOA and then try to return . What? I have to pay to get back to my things? It looks nice with the ponds... but truth be told, THE WORST KOA EVER - it's a dump compared to what is expected from a KOA. Uhg.
Versailles State Park stands as Indiana's second-largest state park, spanning over 5,988 acres of varied terrain. Located in southeastern Indiana at approximately 900 feet elevation, the park experiences four distinct seasons with humid summers and moderate winters. The surrounding area offers multiple camping options on rolling hills and flatlands typical of the region's topography.
Hiking trails with pets: Trail 1-3 at Versailles State Park provide good options for hikers with dogs. As one visitor noted, "Love the trails" and another mentioned there are "great bike trails & walking trails" throughout the park.
Mountain biking events: Check the calendar before planning your trip to avoid crowds during organized events. As one camper at Versailles advised, "Loved spending time in the pool and on the trails here...but we happened to go during a big mountain bike event in July. So if you're planning to camp (or even hike) here I'd check the calendar first."
Wildlife viewing: Big Bone Lick State Historic Site offers unique wildlife experiences approximately 45 miles from Versailles. According to visitors, you can "walk the trails and even get the excitement of seeing REAL LIVE BISON. Pretty sweet experience!"
Historic attractions: Madison's riverfront camping puts you near cultural sites. Campers at Madison City Park appreciate that "You can easily walk to everything; river walk, local dining hot spots, grocery, wineries, brewery, antique stores and several historic sites."
Swimming options: Beyond the lake at Versailles, families enjoy the pool facilities. One camper noted, "The pool is nice, and the kids love the slides and diving board. They also have a fenced in area for small children with a baby pool and sprinkler."
Spacious campsites: Muscatatuck Park offers quieter camping options with generous sites. One visitor shared, "Awesome tent camping area. I was able to find a great spot to really kick back and chill," while another noted, "We lucked out and had no neighbors."
Off-season considerations: Some facilities have limited availability during cooler months. One camper at Clifty Falls State Park mentioned, "Bathrooms aren't heated in the cooler months. Zero cellular or wifi service so that could be good or bad."
Loop characteristics: Different camping loops have distinct advantages. At Versailles State Park, "Loop C is our favorite because it is small, and mostly level lots (except the far end) with mature trees. B is larger with level lots, but usually crowded."
Site selection research: At Indian Springs Campground, careful site selection matters. One visitor noted, "The pull thru FHU sites were level and had enough room for our tow vehicle. There was a nice picnic table, but the placement of the fire ring was a little odd."
Educational opportunities: Campgrounds near Versailles offer learning experiences. At Big Bone Lick, "The museum and gift shop have a lot of educational stuff which would be excellent for a home schooling trip. A good interactive grade school age children campground."
Playground access: Some campgrounds offer play areas beyond hiking. At Browning Camp near Versailles, "The playground is open to campers! There is water hookup, a fire pit, and electrical outlets, and picnic tables at each of the sites."
Halloween festivities: If camping in fall, consider timing. Regarding Versailles State Park, "We love the Halloween festivities! It is so fun to see all the costumes and the decorations all over the campground. We plan to make it an annual tradition!"
Site leveling: Be prepared for varied terrain. One RVer at Clifty Falls noted, "Site 22 was so sloped our red levelers barely made it work," while at Versailles, "Some sites are not level at all. So be sure to read up on the site you want before you book it."
Full hookup options: For extended stays, Follow The River RV Resort offers complete services. A visitor mentioned, "Level pull-through close to the pool and bathrooms. Quiet during the week," and another added, "Nice pull through spots. Staff is very nice. Great for passing through the area."
Weekend crowds: Plan arrival/departure timing carefully. At Thousand Trails Indian Lakes, a reviewer cautioned, "The only negative things I encountered while staying at this campground were the loud golf carts with their music blasting until late at night on the weekends."
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