5 Secluded Indiana Campgrounds That Are Great For A Relaxing Getaway

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

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

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

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

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

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!