Camping in Indiana
Discover 35 state parks offering camping in Indiana
🏕️ Camping in Indiana State Parks at a Glance
- RV hookups: Electric (incl. 50-amp) hookups available; full hookup (water/sewer at site) generally not available at standard state-park campgrounds
- Pets: Pets allowed at most campsites on a leash of 6 ft or less and attended at all times; not permitted in cabins, restrooms, shower houses or indoor facilities; some site types (shelters, youth tent) prohibit pets
- Firewood: Collecting firewood or cutting standing trees is prohibited in parks; firewood can be purchased in most parks. "Buy it where you burn it" advised; no explicit out-of-state quarantine ban confirmed on official camping-restrictions page
- Good to know: Camping fees vary by residency and season; out-of-state campers pay a higher rate than in-state rates shown.
Official agency: Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Division of State Parks
Booking windows, fees and rules shown as of June 2026 and change periodically — always confirm current details on the official reservation portal above before booking.
Indiana State Parks with Camping
Brookville Lake
Brown County State Park
Cataract Falls State Recreation Area
Charlestown State Park
Clifty Falls State Park
Deam Lake State Recreation Area
Falls of the Ohio State Park
Fort Harrison State Park
Hardy Lake State Recreation Area
Harmonie State Park
Indiana Dunes State Park
Lieber State Recreation Area
Lincoln State Park
McCormicks Creek State Park
Mississinewa Lake
Morgan-Monroe State Forest
Mounds State Park
O’Bannon Woods State Park
Ouabache State Park
Patoka Lake
Paynetown SRA
Potato Creek State Park
Prophetstown State Park
Salamonie Lake State Park
Shades State Park
Shakamak State Park
Spring Mill State Park
Starve Hollow State Recreation Area
Summit Lake State Park
Tippecanoe River State Park
Turkey Run State Park
Versailles State Park
White River State Park
Whitewater Memorial State Park
Yellowwood State Forest
❓ Camping in Indiana — FAQ
How far ahead can I book Indiana state park campsites?
You can reserve Indiana state park campsites 6 months in advance via ReserveAmerica. Booking windows change periodically, so confirm on the official reservation portal before planning. (As of June 2026.)
How much does camping cost in Indiana state parks?
Nightly campsite fees in Indiana state parks typically run $20–$54, depending on site type (tent vs. RV/full-hookup), season and residency. Exact rates are shown at booking.
How long can I stay at a Indiana state park campground?
The maximum stay is 14 consecutive nights. Confirm current limits with the official agency before your trip.