2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Scales Lake Park in Boonville, Indiana houses premium glamping accommodations including safari-style canvas tents with modern amenities alongside traditional camping options. Each glamping site features comfortable bedding, electrical hookups, and access to pristine shower facilities that guests consistently praise for cleanliness. The spacious safari tents offer a blend of outdoor immersion and indoor comfort, with dedicated picnic areas and fire rings for evening relaxation. One guest noted, "The park is absolutely beautiful. They put a lot of hard work in keeping it maintained. Very nice place."
The lakefront setting provides glampers with immediate access to water activities including swimming at the beach area complete with diving boards and a water slide in its own catch pool. Miles Landing Campground in nearby Elberfield offers additional glamping campsites with full hookups in a serene woodland setting amidst reclaimed land featuring numerous ponds and young forests. Hikers can explore well-maintained trails throughout both properties, while families particularly appreciate the unique amenities at Scales Lake including two playgrounds and a small petting zoo where animals occasionally roam freely in the mornings. According to a camper, "This is a very well maintained park. There is a petting zoo for the kids, a nice pool with a large water slide, and walking trails. I recommend this park to all!"
"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! "
from $45 - $101 / night
"The sites are very close together, so when the campsites are full you don't feel like you have much privacy or personal space."
"Though the ground was a little rocky the lake views were spectacular. There was a porto potty in walking distance."
from $17 - $140 / night
"The bathrooms were probably the cleanest, nicest shower houses I’ve seen at a campground."
"Fairly new with great access to fishing. Bike riding enjoying nature. Several pull through sites and all are full hook up."
from $2 - $40 / night
"The staff was friendly and helpful. There is a small petting zoo at the park and in the morning they let the animals out to feed on the grass. So expect to see them in the campground."
"There was a free petting zoo which was great but the animals seemed very discontented. The trails were interesting but vacant of trail markers and some plaques were vandalized from years before."
"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. "
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $10 - $15 / night
"Ranger Review: Primus at Harmonie State Park I recently visited Harmonie State Park near New Harmony, In. https://indianastateparks.reserveamerica.com/campgroundDetails.do?"
"I chose site 39 and it was close to level. Well spaced.Vault toilets and bathhouses. Only lower camp area bathhouse open before summer.Garbage bin overflowing. Fire pit, table, electric. Playgrounds."
Available this weekend
from $20 - $33 / night
"Bathrooms were decent, plus they have disc golf, huge chess, and paintball!"
from $20 - $55 / night
"South Slope Loop At Hoosier National Forest is located second campground in on your way to Celina lake. This is the RV friendly campground with electrical hookups for your toys."
"Found Hoosier National Park website wasn't available, we arrived seeking 1st come 1st served... and got it! 👍 Thank You, LORD!"
ScoutEach campsite has trees encircling them for mostly shade and a little more privacy. Only thing they could do is add more full hook up sites. Shower houses and restrooms are very well kept.
GuideNice quiet wooded campground. We were only here 1 night, but it was very enjoyable. Very large campground with shaded & sunny spots, mostly level, showers & bathrooms were clean, but no locks on the doors in women's & no doors in the men's, only curtains. Double lane dump station well laid out & good water pressure. We were here 2nd week in September on a Friday so it was not crowded, but I suspect during the summer it would be. The mosquitoes were bad so be prepared. All in all we would stay again.
GuideThe campground is convenient to the interstate but not close enough to be noisy & is a short drive to Evansville. It has well maintained restrooms & easily accessible sites around a big loop. It looks like it would be a great event camping spot.
GuideVery nice park with great trails and cute animals in the included petting zoo! I don’t have kids but there were a couple playgrounds I saw. The 2 downsides were I went second week of August and it was 93 degrees but they had just closed the beach area and pool so no swimming. I had taken my paddleboard but had not read all the rules and regulations and no Paddleboard’s are allowed on the lake because swimming outside the beach area is not allowed. I stayed at a primitive site in my van so even though it was crazy hot I still had a great spot by the water-109. Would recommend this park
TravelerI had fun being by myself and a few times I got freaked out by a couple of sounds
TravelerNice facilities. Camping spots not on top of each other. Great hiking. Quiet.
GuideSecluded camping area with horse hitch. 5 - 6 primitive spots with fire rings and tables. Very little privacy. Tents and vans only.
ScoutQuiet. Friendly helpful staf.
ScoutSun Outdoors Lake Rudolph View all Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph 4.2(1.2K) OVERVIEW PRICES REVIEWS PHOTOS BY OWNER ABOUT Google review summary 5 4 3 2 1 4.2(1,185) Reviews All cabin184 golf cart167 water slides45 mattress41+6 Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest ron james 11 reviews Vacation| Family I have shared with the management at sun outdoors and they have ignored my message. Unit cabin 518 was ant infested and dirty. But the dangerous impact on our health was BLACK MOLD. We all experienced breathing, headaches and other issues… More Stephanie S Local Guide·167 reviews·4193 photos a week ago NEW Our first trip here. We absolutely loved it. All of the staff is very friendly. The park is very clean and we looked out with good neighbors. Golf carts are available to rent and they have golf cart light parades a few… More Video 1 in review by Stephanie S Photo 2 in review by Stephanie S Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph(Owner) a week ago Stephanie, thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities our park has to offer. We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic visit! Ryan Levasseur Local Guide·19 reviews·12 photos 4 days ago NEW It's so rare to find a place that you wish you would have booked one more night.… More Photo 1 in review by Ryan Levasseur Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph(Owner) 3 days ago Hi Ryan, thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a great time during your mini vacation at our campground. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed the nostalgia, amenities, and activities we offer. We hope to welcome you back soon! Shelbey Sledge 1 review a month ago We stayed from Friday-Monday and 10/10 recommend. We stayed in a tent camp site. Having electric and water was nice. The bathrooms near 119K were personal bathrooms with a shower, toilet, and sink. So much better than a community bathroom.… More Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph(Owner) a month ago Shelbey, thank you for sharing such a detailed review of your experience at our campsite! We are thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time and enjoyed the amenities provided. Your feedback about the lack of hanging space is duly noted, and we will look into improving that aspect. ron james 11 reviews Vacation| Family I have shared with the management at sun outdoors and they have ignored my message. Unit cabin 518 was ant infested and dirty. But the dangerous impact on our health was BLACK MOLD. We all experienced breathing, headaches and other issues but they will not respond I am now on the March for safety and action. I will post on every social media method possible. I asked for their legal contact but they have chosen to ignore. I was handed a spray can for ants and spiders with the message this has a bad smell. Other posts will give more gruesome details Rooms: 1/5| Service: 1/5| Location: 3/5
Scattered throughout southern Indiana's rolling hills, camping opportunities near Winslow provide diverse options for outdoor enthusiasts. The region sits at approximately 400-500 feet above sea level, experiencing humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. Fall camping features dramatic foliage displays when daytime temperatures average 60-70°F, while summer humidity requires proper hydration and cooling strategies.
**Fishing access: Lake Indian-Celina Recreation Area features two lakes stocked with multiple fish species. "Very little cell phone signal. Very relaxing and enjoyable," notes a visitor at Harmonie State Park Campground, which offers boat access to the Wabash River.
**Hiking trails: Several miles of trails wind through reclaimed land at Miles Landing Campground in Elberfield. "The camp is in the middle of a large reclamation. Lots of ponds and young trees. Great modern sites mostly dispersed," reports one camper.
**Family activities: Holiday World theme park access makes Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph popular with families. "Lake Rudolph is a fun park to visit, you can rent rvs if you don't have your own camper. They also have golf cart rental if you want to cruise around the park. Holiday world is also down the road," shares a reviewer.
**Spacious camping areas: Miles Landing offers generous site spacing. "The sites were very spacious and far enough apart that you had room to spread out," notes a visitor. Another camper adds, "It was a smaller camp ground but that made it very quiet."
**Wildlife viewing: Seasonal hunting opportunities and wildlife spotting draw visitors to Youngs Creek Horse Camp. "I stayed at here for a couple of days, planning on a longer visit, and wasn't dissatisfied. It sports a good-sized pavilion and well-maintained his and hers vault toilets," shares one visitor.
**Yurt camping options: While traditional yurt camping in Winslow, Indiana is limited, alternative glamping options exist. "Secluded camping area with horse hitch. 5 - 6 primitive spots with fire rings and tables," notes a Youngs Creek visitor, describing the primitive camping options that complement the area's limited yurt-style accommodations.
**Seasonal considerations: Fall camping brings special events to the region. "We went to Lake Rudolph for their Halloweekends and it is a one of a kind experience. They have so many activities for the kids such as hayrides, a DJ, pumpkin carving, and so many other things throughout the day!" explains one camper.
**Terrain challenges: Some campgrounds have specific access issues. "Our spot was great and didn't require much leveling. We did get a deluxe spot. However we only got the spot because at the others were sold out. Many of the other Spots were on hills and right on top of each other," shares a visitor at Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph.
**Bug preparation: Insect protection is essential, particularly during warm months. A visitor to Hoosier National Forest South Slope Loop Campground warns, "And take your bug spray or you may be nothing but a dried out husk by the end of your visit, ticks are horrible right now!"
**Activity planning: Schedule time for both water and land recreation. "There is plenty to do here for the entire family.. plus it has Holiday World right next door! Also it is a well up kept campground!" shares a Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph visitor.
**Bathroom facilities: Family-friendly bathrooms vary by location. A Sleeping Bear Retreat camper reports, "It is so dark at night that you can see the stars! Biggest lots too, you can fit like 10 tents and still jave space to move!! Bathrooms were decent, plus they have disc golf, huge chess, and paintball!"
**Yurt-style accommodation alternatives: For families seeking yurt camping near Winslow, Indiana, alternative glamping options provide similar comfort. "The teepees are great. All you need to bring is a blanket and food this place has the rest," reports a Sleeping Bear Retreat visitor, describing accommodations that offer yurt-like camping experiences.
**Site selection: Choose RV sites based on specific needs rather than availability. "This campground has a lot to offer but is focused for seasonal camping. A lot of amenities and the town is fun to sight see," notes a Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph visitor.
**Hookup quality: Electrical systems vary between campgrounds. A camper at Harmonie State Park reports, "Nice campground. Most sites are pretty large. Nice pool with water slide. They just need better walking trails."
**Leveling considerations: Some sites require significant adjustment. "The sites are not so level but located in a nice wooded area and well maintained interior roads and facilities," reports a visitor about Sun Outdoors Lake Rudolph.
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