Where can I go tent camping near Indianapolis?

Question

My husband and I want to find a nice camp ground near Indy that has tent camping. It seems that most I have found are tailored most to RVs. Suggestions would be much appreciated!

Answer 1

Well i haven't lived in Indy since i was 5, but i do remember camping alot. There are a couple of places that are relatively out of the way around the area...

Morgan-Monroe State Forest- on the way to Bloomington which is a pretty nice place to go, but if you want to go camping you have to register and hike in. its about a 10 mile loop with campsites on it so you should find a spot. Suggested

Mound State Park-  Its pretty small near Anderson, IN and its a "in the woods parkinglot for campers pretty much not really camping but its a campsite for tents.

Brown County State Park- Larger version of Mounds but alot of trails to hit. Its a great hiking place alot to do and see, and the camping sites are a bit bigger than the other camping sites here (save Morgan-Monroe). Its a fun park to be in but the privacy, when camping, isnt really there completely.

Turkey Run State Park- Probably One of the most fun places to hike in Indiana. its just north of Rockville, IN 2  its alot of fun and would suggest it, but like alot of the campsites in highly populated states its lot camping (like the two above) i.e. 15-20ft square  surrounded by other campers.  i'd suggest going as a day trip however.

Unfortunately the definition of camping isnt the same around big metro areas as it is in other parts of the country, R/V "camping" isn't camping at all, its sad. The outdoors has become somewhat of a joke in some areas. but wherever you decide as long as you got your hubby by your side im sure youll have a great time wherever you go.

hope these ideas help.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

how near?......I have many places that I camp and I live in Indianapolis......how far are you willing to drive?......email me if you have any questions

there are no campgrounds around Indy that are designed for tents........closest places would be Owen Putnam State Forest.......Morgan Monroe State Forest........Hoosier National Forest........Brown County State park but they are more RV ...........