Campgrounds and RV parks near Shelburn, IN

Shelburn sits in Sullivan County in southwestern Indiana, roughly 20 miles south of Terre Haute along U.S. 41. The area is flat to gently rolling, shaped by reclaimed coal-mine lands that now hold lakes, county parks, and one of Indiana's most established state parks. RV renters have a compact mix of options within a short drive, ranging from small municipal lakes to a full-service state park with hookups and cabins. The closest developed camping is Sullivan County Park & Lake, just outside Sullivan. Vigo County's Prairie Creek Park and Fowler Park lie a short drive north, off U.S. 41 south of I-70. Private options include Hillbilly Acres Campground LLC. For a longer stay with more amenities, Shakamak State Park sits about 30 miles from Terre Haute near the town of Jasonville, spanning Greene, Sullivan, and Clay counties, and anchors the region. Three man-made lakes offer 400 acres of water for fishing and boating while a family aquatic center provides swimming, and about two-thirds of the campsites are in a wooded area, with reservable cabins, cottages, and group camps rounding out the options.

Shakamak State Park uses the Indiana DNR reservation system through ReserveAmerica at Camp.IN.gov. Reservations can be made year-round up to six months in advance, and summer weekends and holidays fill on the opening day, so plan to book right at the window. A per-vehicle entrance fee applies at all Indiana state park properties, with a higher rate for out-of-state plates. Vigo County parks book directly through the Vigo County Parks and Recreation Department, covering both Fowler Park and Prairie Creek Park. Sullivan County Park & Lake takes reservations through the county park office. Hillbilly Acres Campground LLC is a private ground, so contact the campground directly to confirm site type and rig length.