State Parks Near Bedford, Indiana

11 state park units lie within 50 miles of Bedford. The closest is Spring Mill State Park, about 10 mi southeast of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Spring Mill State Park10 mi southeast
Within 25 miles
4of 11 within 50 mi
With camping
104 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Bedford, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Bedford; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Spring Mill State Park

    10 miles southeast · Mitchell, Indiana · State Park

    The park supports cave tours, mountain biking, historic sites, biking, and fishing. Camping is available: 223 campsites across 2 camping areas, including RV sites with full hookups and tent sites. Roofed lodging includes lodge rooms.

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  2. Monroe Lake

    16 miles north · Bloomington, Indiana · Reservoir

    Things to do include ice fishing, winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.

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  3. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

    22 miles east · Vallonia, Indiana · State Recreation Area

    Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, swimming, boating, biking, and fishing. Its trail network totals roughly 11 miles, according to the park. Facilities for water recreation include boat or kayak rentals.

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  4. Brown County State Park

    24 miles northeast · Nashville, Indiana · State Park

    Things to do include horseback riding, ice fishing, mountain biking, swimming, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool. For overnight stays there are 693 campsites across 5 camping areas (tent sites).

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  5. McCormick's Creek State Park

    32 miles northwest · Spencer, Indiana · State Park

    The park supports historic sites, swimming, picnicking, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool.

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  6. Patoka Lake

    34 miles south · Birdseye, Indiana · Reservoir

    Popular activities here are cross-country skiing, ice fishing, golf, winter sports, and disc golf. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals.

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  7. Hardy Lake

    43 miles east · Scottsburg, Indiana · Reservoir

    Popular activities here are ice fishing, winter sports, archery, canoeing and kayaking, and hunting in season. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier.

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  8. Deam Lake State Recreation Area

    44 miles southeast · Borden, Indiana · State Recreation Area

    Things to do include boating, swimming, fishing, biking, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.

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  9. Shakamak State Park

    46 miles northwest · Jasonville, Indiana · State Park

    Things to do include ice fishing, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool and a boat ramp.

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  10. O'Bannon Woods State Park

    47 miles south · Corydon, Indiana · State Park

    The park supports horseback riding, mountain biking, boating, fishing, and biking. Water access includes a swimming pool. Camping is available: 328 campsites across 2 camping areas, including tent sites.

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  11. Cagles Mill Lake (Lieber and Cataract Falls SRA)

    48 miles northwest · Greencastle, Indiana · Reservoir

    Popular activities here are horseback riding, winter sports, hunting in season, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Bedford

  1. Spring Mill State Park 10 mi southeast · 223 campsites
  2. Monroe Lake 16 mi north · 320 campsites
  3. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area 22 mi east · Campground listed
  4. Brown County State Park 24 mi northeast · 693 campsites
  5. Patoka Lake 34 mi south · 500 campsites

+ 5 more in the list above

Cabins and lodging near Bedford

  1. Spring Mill State Park 10 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Monroe Lake 16 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
  3. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area 22 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
  4. Shakamak State Park 46 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays

Swimming near Bedford

  1. Monroe Lake 16 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area 22 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Brown County State Park 24 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  4. McCormick's Creek State Park 32 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
  5. Patoka Lake 34 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area

+ 5 more in the list above

Hiking near Bedford

  1. Spring Mill State Park 10 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
  2. Monroe Lake 16 mi north · Hiking trails listed
  3. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area 22 mi east · Hiking trails listed
  4. Brown County State Park 24 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
  5. McCormick's Creek State Park 32 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed

+ 6 more in the list above

Fishing near Bedford

  1. Spring Mill State Park 10 mi southeast · Fishing listed
  2. Monroe Lake 16 mi north · Fishing listed
  3. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area 22 mi east · Fishing listed
  4. Brown County State Park 24 mi northeast · Fishing listed
  5. Patoka Lake 34 mi south · Fishing listed

+ 5 more in the list above

Questions about state parks near Bedford

What is the closest state park to Bedford?

Spring Mill State Park is the closest, about 10 miles southeast of Bedford in a straight line. Next are Monroe Lake and Starve Hollow State Recreation Area.

How many state parks are near Bedford?

11 state park units are within 50 miles, and 4 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Bedford have camping?

10 parks list camping, the nearest being Spring Mill State Park, Monroe Lake and Starve Hollow State Recreation Area. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Bedford?

None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.

Are there free state parks near Bedford?

None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.

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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.