RV Rental Shades State Park, IN

Renting an RV here gives you the opportunities to enjoy all the activities the park makes available. Park rangers offer educational programs that cover a variety of subjects throughout the year. These include full-moon, night hikes, and events that educate the public about the native wildlife that calls the park home, such as bats and owls.

The state poses the six-Ravine Challenge to those who wish to attempt it. This requires visitors to traverse the landscape that encompasses six, separate ravines during their stay at the park. They vary in depth and length, and some even require hikers to use ladders. Several waterfalls are encountered when completing the challenge, and portions of it provide picturesque views of the surrounding area.

Numerous hiking trails meander throughout the park, that vary in difficulty level. Some circumvent nearby lakes and ponds, while others snake through the local woodlands. The Pine Hills Nature Preserve sits on park property as well, and several lengthier hiking trails traverse this area. Some of these trails travel through lower areas, or even creek beds, and can be impassable during heavy rainstorms or very wet times of the year.

Opportunities to enjoy camping with an RV are available at this park. It is fairly small, so only rustic campsites with no hookups, are offered here. However, there are plenty of camping opportunities throughout the local area that can also give visitors easy access to all the nearby attractions.

If you're seeking more modern accommodations, the Crawfordsville KOA is located within an easy drive of the park. This site is open year round, and is situated just off one of the main routes through town, so it should be easy to locate. The camp offers some hookups, WiFi and pool access during the warmer months. Pets are also welcome here.

Campsites are also available at the nearby Lake Waveland Park. This campground offers both primitive sites and those with hookups. It also provides a bathhouse and playground for guests. As there are so many unique recreational activities available in the nearby area, many people enjoy RV camping near Shades State Park, so any amenities you may need should be easy to come by.

When you book an RV in Parke County, you will find that people who enjoy a variety of interests will be pleased with what the local area offers. A unique site found in the local region is the presence of covered bridges. There are more than 30 of these historical attractions situated throughout the nearby area. They make for scenic views and offer opportunities for picture taking. State park RV camping will give you the chance to experience varying attractions throughout the surrounding area.

Lake Waveland is located just down the road from the park. This site offers hiking trails of its own, though its prime draw is the large lake found on-site. Here, fishing, swimming, and water sports can be enjoyed. Feel free to bring a canoe or kayak and paddle around this pristine locale.

This area offers plenty of history, so there are several museums found nearby. These include the Rotary Jail, military sites, and historical homes. These attractions highlight this history and culture of the local area as well as the lives of the people who originally settled it.

If you just need a quick place to stop to refill some supplies, there are several gas stations and even large truck stops that offer showers within 20 miles of the park. There are also plenty of grocery stores and many locally-owned restaurants if you find yourself hungry. If you've been looking for a quiet place to relax in rural Indiana, that provides visitors with a wide variety of activities to enjoy, consider camping at Shades State Park. Go for a hike, catch a fish, and tour a local museum. Camp in an RV near Waveland and explore the Hoosier state!