RV Parks and Resorts Near Madison, Indiana

On the banks of the Ohio River in Jefferson County, Indiana, the city of Madison was the location for the classic 1958 film "Some Came Running." One hundred and thirty three blocks of Madison's downtown are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, labeled "Madison Historic District." Visitors enjoy more than just the history of this area--the Ohio River is a haven for adventure travelers who come to explore the biologically diverse waterways, Midwestern plains and grasslands.

Follow the River RV Resort‎

Follow the River RV Resort, located in Florence, Indiana, offers 20-, 30- and 50- amp hook-ups, as well as 12 free cable television channels and wireless Internet access. An on-site propane tank is available at this park, which is open year-round. However, there are no water hook-ups in the winter. Guests have access to a free shuttle to Belterra Casino Resort. All pads are concrete, and a club house meeting room is available for guests. Bicycle and walking trails are nearby, and the adjacent lake is stocked year-round.

Follow the River RV Resort‎
27 Markland Town Road
Florence, IN 47020
(812) 427-3330
followtheriverrvresort.com

Little Farm on the River

In Rising Sun, Indiana, the Little Farm on the River's family-friendly RV park and camping resort has a one-acre pond stocked with catfish, and kids' fishing derbies take place every Saturday morning. During the summer, themed weekend activities keep everyone occupied. Visitors also enjoy the Olympic-sized pool, two picnic pavilions, a concession stand, two playgrounds, miniature golf, children's arts-and- crafts activities, swimming pool games, basketball, shuffleboard, corn-hole tournaments and hay rides. Golf cart rental is available, and an on-site recreation hall offers pool tables, arcade games, foosball, card tables, wireless Internet and a fireplace.

Little Farm on the River RV Park & Resort‎
1343 East Bellview Lane
Rising Sun, IN 47040-9401
(812) 438-4500
littlefarmresort.com‎

Lake Shelby‎

Operated by the county of Shelby in the city of Shelbyville, the Lake Shelby Campground offers tent and RV camping sites along the banks of a 20-acre fishing lake stocked with bluegill, crappie, bass and catfish. In addition to fishing, Lake Shelby offers hiking trails and bird-watching. Paddle boat, canoe and rowboat rentals are available. RV campers can choose between full, partial or no hook-ups.

Lake Shelby‎
1433 Burks Branch Road
Shelbyville, KY 40065
(502) 633-5069
shelbycountyparks.com

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Article Written By Lisa Russell

Lisa Russell has been a freelance writer since 1998. She's been published in "Rethinking Everything Magazine," "Playdate" and "Home Educator's Family Times." She has a professional background in education, cosmetology and the restaurant industry. Russell studied early childhood education at Antelope Valley College, and is pursuing a degree in law.

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