Turkey Run State Park offers electric campsites across over 200 sites in a mature wooded setting about 20 minutes from Williamsport, Indiana. Sites cost around $23 per night and typically include electric hookups with 30 and 50-amp service. Campers should be prepared for uneven terrain at some sites, as the natural topography creates sloped areas. Williamsport's proximity to natural waterways like Sugar Creek makes it a popular destination for combined camping and water recreation activities.
What to do
Hiking varied terrain: Turkey Run State Park Campground features challenging trails through unique geological formations. "We hiked Trail 3 with our dog, but we cut off early before the ladders using Trail 10. Our dog did pretty well in the section of Trail 3 before the ladders, and be prepared to get wet," notes camper Samantha S. The park's terrain offers surprising variety with trails running through canyons and stream beds.
Water recreation: Sugar Creek Campground provides direct access to creek activities including tubing, canoeing and fishing. A camper shared, "We had fun tubing in sugar creek through Clements Canoes. It was August so the river was kinda low and we had to stand up and walk a few times." The outfitter offers equipment rentals on-site, making water activities accessible without bringing your own gear.
Disc golf: Multiple campgrounds near Williamsport feature disc golf courses for campers seeking land-based recreation. At Rockville Lake County Park, one visitor noted, "Disc golf course is awesome, in the woods, up and down ravine. 18 holes plus practice basket. Hole 1 starts by primitive sites closer to beach. Ask for a disc golf map at gatehouse."
What campers like
Year-round access: Cecil M Harden Lake Raccoon State Recreation Area remains open throughout all seasons, unlike some seasonal campgrounds in the region. "One of the best state park campgrounds I've grown to love with beautiful views, hiking, and boating," reports Shane H. The park's varied recreational options make it suitable for different weather conditions.
Private wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the natural separation between sites at Rockville Lake County Park. As one visitor described, "This campground was reasonably priced, had clean facilities and quite unusual and interesting hiking nearby. There are multiple trails and some quite challenging ones." Sites backing up to wooded areas offer greater privacy than open field locations.
Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness ranks high in camper satisfaction. "The bathrooms were super clean and the showers were hot with good water pressure," reports a Turkey Run visitor. Another camper at Raccoon Lake noted, "Bathroom facilities are very clean, new bike, walking, rollerblading path. Beach is large and clean."
What you should know
Site variations: Campgrounds feature significant differences between site locations and amenities. At Turkey Run State Park, "Also, the open, grassy area sites don't offer any privacy. If that's what you're looking for, try to get a wooded site on the outsides that back up to woods," advises Samantha S. Sites vary in levelness, privacy, and access to utilities.
Wildlife encounters: Wolfs Leisure Time Campground and other area campgrounds require proper food storage. "We found little offshoots to spots along the Middle Fork River. One couple found a rock bar to lay out on for their own private river-beach," shares a visitor to a nearby campground. Multiple reviews mention raccoon activity, with one camper warning, "Watch out for the raccoons. Those guys are not afraid of anything."
Yurt camping options: For those seeking alternatives to traditional tent or RV camping near Williamsport, Indiana, several campgrounds offer yurt accommodations. At Caboose Lake Campground, yurts provide a middle ground between tenting and cabin rental with basic weather protection while maintaining a camping atmosphere.
Tips for camping with families
Water activities for kids: Caboose Lake Campground offers numerous child-friendly water features. "We love Caboose! If you have kids or teens this is your spot. Super clean water and beach area with inflatables- so fun! They do require wristbands which cost 10$ a day but that includes bumper boats and unlimited paddle boat rentals," reports Riley J.
Multiple playgrounds: Several campgrounds feature multiple play areas spread throughout the grounds. At Rockville Lake, "Three playgrounds for kids. Nature hiking trails. Disc golf course in the woods," mentions Aaron H. These features provide entertainment options within walking distance of campsites.
Weekend activities: Many campgrounds schedule organized events for younger visitors. "Host are the nicest people you could ask for. Always have activities on the weekend and very quiet," notes Douglas W. about Charlarose Campground. These scheduled activities typically run from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Tips from RVers
Utility locations: At Big Fish-n-Camp Ground, RV sites require awareness of hookup placement. Some campers note concerns about electrical hookup locations, with one mentioning, "The electricity hookup is right there so putting out awning was so very dangerous because the water dripped straight onto the electric hookup." Always check hookup locations relative to your RV setup.
Leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the region feature uneven sites requiring substantial leveling. "It's was difficult to level our camper but we got it in the end. The site was huge but given the unevenness it would be difficult for tents," mentions Michelle M. about her experience at Turkey Run. Bringing extra leveling blocks is recommended.
Electric-only sites: Most campgrounds offer electric hookups but fewer have full hookups. "All sites are electric at Turkey Run. $23 per night. The campground is located in a mature tree woods, so some sites are not as level as others," explains Joel R. Water fill stations and dump stations are typically available but not at individual sites.
