Ah, it’s that time again: the days are longer (and a lot warmer), and we’re all looking for ways to get out and enjoy it while we can. Sometimes you just want to get away from it all without wandering too far from home, you know? Well, we went ahead and scouted out some great campgrounds for doing exactly that. Check out these wonderful, secluded, and private campgrounds in Indiana for the ultimate adventure! Secluded camping has never been so delightfully Hoosier-tastic.

1. Hardin Ridge Recreation Area

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Hardin Ridge Recreation Area, 6464 Hardin Ridge Rd, Heltonville, IN 47436, USA
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The Hardin Ridge Recreation Area is a gorgeous, relaxing Indiana camping getaway that feels far away without actually BEING far away. It's 1,200 acres of gorgeous woodlands, forest, and even a pristine lake with a swimming beach!

2. Dunewood Campground, Indiana Dunes National Park

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Indiana's amazing first National Park is a sight to behold, and what better way to behold it than by camping overnight and exploring by day? One of our favorite places to go camping in Indiana is here, too; Dunewood Campground is comprised of 66 campsites along two loops, both of which have clean restrooms and hot showers. You'll feel like you're roughing it in the middle of nowhere, but really you're just in the middle of one of the most beautiful places in Indiana.

Take a spellbinding drive around Dunewood Campground in stunning 4K:

3. Lake Waveland Park

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Lake Waveland, Indiana 47989, USA
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Lake Waveland - in Waveland, of course - is a 600-acre escape from reality that has all the fun and social aspects of a traditional campground combined with the natural beauty of the Hoosier State. This is definitely one of the most fun places to go camping in Indiana, especially if you look forward to a more "community" kind of feel.

4. Hidden Paradise

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Hidden Paradise Campground, 802 E Jefferson St, St Paul, IN 47272, USA
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You just KNOW it's gonna be great when the place is literally called "Paradise." This popular campground in Indiana is built around Hidden Paradise Quarry, a beautiful (former) rock quarry with aquamarine waters and a pleasantly chilly temp even during the hottest months. This campground is a delight, and the perfect way to escape from the city into nature.

5. Hidden Creek

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Hidden Creek Campground, 1812 North State Rte 19, Peru, IN 46970, USA
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Ooooo, another "hidden" camping spot in Indiana to go play the summer heat away! This 95-acre, family-friendly campground in Indiana is, like others on this list, situated around water. There's a gorgeous, crisp creek running through the campground, two ponds onsite that are great for fishing, lots of gorgeous trails for wandering, and all sorts of other magical amenities.

This fun video will give you the two-minute scoop on Hidden Creek Campground:

What are your thoughts? Which of these more private campgrounds in Indiana have your vote for the best secluded camping? We’d love for you to tell us about your favorite places to pitch a tent in Indiana!

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  1. What are some of the best private campgrounds in Indiana? 

Indiana is an amazing place with a ridiculous number of places to go camping, but some of the best campgrounds are privately-owned ones. Like anywhere else, they have their pros and cons, but ultimately, we love ‘em all the same. Some of the best private campgrounds in Indiana include:  

  • S&H Campground – This delightful little place not too far from Indianapolis is one of the most beloved, highly-rated private campgrounds in Indiana.  
  • Hidden Paradise Campground – This one is seriously like the Disneyland of campgrounds, complete with fun, games, and water sports!  
  • Jellystone Park – This Yogi-bear-themed fun zone is a family-friendly private campground that might just arguably be able to be called the Disneyland of campgrounds, too.  

Learn more about Hidden Paradise and just what makes it exactly that. 

  1. Where are the best places to go camping in Indiana? 

Naturally, the list of awesome places to go camping in Indiana doesn’t end with just the private campgrounds. There are literally hundreds of amazing places to go camping in Indiana, including awesome places such as:  

  • Miami State Recreation Area – Who says you can’t camp right on the beach in the Midwest? 
  • Sandy Beach Campground – This one’s a delight because the name is accurate: there is indeed a sandy beach here, and it’s a treat.  
  • Hardin Ridge Recreation Area – The pros vastly outweigh the cons in this case, mostly because there are no cons.  

Learn more about all these amazing places to go camping in Indiana!  

  1. What are the laws regarding dispersed camping in Indiana? 

Dispersed camping is basically any kind of camping that isn’t on an officially designated campground, and every state has different laws when it comes to doing it. Lucky for us, Indiana just so happens to be one of the more camper-friendly states, and dispersed camping is perfectly legal in most public spaces. Take your pick from spots in the Hoosier National Forest, our amazing state parks, and more – just be ready for a great time in a beautiful place.  

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