The 5 Best Glamping & Campgrounds in Indiana
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Brown County — sometimes called “the Little Smokies” — is Indiana’s outdoor-tourism hub, but the state has real range beyond it too: a budget-friendly state park near the Indiana Dunes, and a remote, hummingbird-filled glamping property near Indianapolis. Here are five worth building a trip around.
Brown County
1. Antler Log Cabins — Unionville (the romantic splurge)
A collection of individually owned, immaculately kept private cabins tucked into Brown County’s hills, each with its own hot tub and fire pit. Guests repeatedly become repeat customers.
Best for: couples, anglers, return regulars | See full listing →
2. Friends O' Mine Campground & Cabins — Nashville (the reliable classic)
Clean, quiet, and close to town, with genuinely friendly staff and a fishing pond right on-site. The RedEar cabin gets singled out for comfort in review after review.
Best for: families, couples, anglers | See full listing →
3. Harmony Tree Resorts — Nashville (the social pick)
A saloon-centered property near Brown County State Park — fun for groups who want karaoke and a lively bar on-site after a day on the trails. Rooms are basic geo-domes, and the saloon runs late.
Best for: groups, social/nightlife-leaning couples | See full listing →
Indiana Dunes Region
4. Potato Creek State Park — North Liberty (the budget pick)
A genuinely well-maintained, budget-friendly state park near South Bend and the Indiana Dunes, with real range — hiking, biking, and lake activities all in one place. A dependable, uncrowded pick for northern Indiana.
Best for: families, budget-conscious campers, hikers | See full listing →
Near Indianapolis
5. Woodland Gatherings — Poland (the wildlife retreat)
A genuinely magical, remote-feeling glamping property about an hour from Indianapolis — reviewers keep returning specifically for the hummingbirds and immersive wildlife.
Best for: couples, solo travelers, return regulars | See full listing →
How to Choose
- Planning a romantic getaway? Antler Log Cabins
- Bringing the family, want simple and reliable? Friends O’ Mine
- Coming with a group who wants nightlife? Harmony Tree Resorts
- On a budget, near the Dunes? Potato Creek State Park
- Want a quiet wildlife escape near Indy? Woodland Gatherings
Browse the rest of the Midwest in our Glamping & Campground Directory.