State Parks Near Martinsville, Indiana

10 state park units lie within 50 miles of Martinsville. The closest is McCormick's Creek State Park, about 18 mi southwest of town. 4 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
McCormick's Creek State Park18 mi southwest
Within 25 miles
4of 10 within 50 mi
With camping
84 with cabins
Dog-friendly
0pets allowed

State parks near Martinsville, nearest first

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

  1. McCormick's Creek State Park

    18 miles southwest · 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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  2. Monroe Lake

    22 miles south · 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. Brown County State Park

    23 miles southeast · 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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  4. Cagles Mill Lake (Lieber and Cataract Falls SRA)

    24 miles west · 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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  5. Fort Harrison State Park

    38 miles northeast · Indianapolis, Indiana · State Park

    The park supports cross-country skiing, ice fishing, golf, winter sports, and historic sites.

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  6. Cecil M Harden Lake (Raccoon SRA)

    42 miles northwest · Rockville, Indiana · Reservoir

    Things to do include ice fishing, horseback riding, historic sites, winter sports, and archery. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier.

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  7. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area

    45 miles southeast · 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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  8. Shakamak State Park

    46 miles west · 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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  9. Spring Mill State Park

    47 miles south · 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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  10. Shades State Park

    49 miles northwest · Waveland, Indiana · State Park

    Visitors come for stargazing, winter sports, fishing, picnicking, and hiking. Camping is available: 122 campsites across 3 camping areas, including tent sites.

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Martinsville

  1. Monroe Lake 22 mi south · 320 campsites
  2. Brown County State Park 23 mi southeast · 693 campsites
  3. Cagles Mill Lake (Lieber and Cataract Falls SRA) 24 mi west · 216 campsites
  4. Cecil M Harden Lake (Raccoon SRA) 42 mi northwest · 312 campsites
  5. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area 45 mi southeast · Campground listed

+ 3 more in the list above

Cabins and lodging near Martinsville

  1. Monroe Lake 22 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Starve Hollow State Recreation Area 45 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
  3. Shakamak State Park 46 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
  4. Spring Mill State Park 47 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays

Swimming near Martinsville

  1. McCormick's Creek State Park 18 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Monroe Lake 22 mi south · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Brown County State Park 23 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  4. Cagles Mill Lake (Lieber and Cataract Falls SRA) 24 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
  5. Cecil M Harden Lake (Raccoon SRA) 42 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area

+ 2 more in the list above

Hiking near Martinsville

  1. McCormick's Creek State Park 18 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
  2. Monroe Lake 22 mi south · Hiking trails listed
  3. Brown County State Park 23 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
  4. Cagles Mill Lake (Lieber and Cataract Falls SRA) 24 mi west · Hiking trails listed
  5. Fort Harrison State Park 38 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed

+ 5 more in the list above

Fishing near Martinsville

  1. Monroe Lake 22 mi south · Fishing listed
  2. Brown County State Park 23 mi southeast · Fishing listed
  3. Cagles Mill Lake (Lieber and Cataract Falls SRA) 24 mi west · Fishing listed
  4. Fort Harrison State Park 38 mi northeast · Fishing listed
  5. Cecil M Harden Lake (Raccoon SRA) 42 mi northwest · Fishing listed

+ 4 more in the list above

Questions about state parks near Martinsville

What is the closest state park to Martinsville?

McCormick's Creek State Park is the closest, about 18 miles southwest of Martinsville in a straight line. Next are Monroe Lake and Brown County State Park.

How many state parks are near Martinsville?

10 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 Martinsville have camping?

8 parks list camping, the nearest being Monroe Lake, Brown County State Park and Cagles Mill Lake (Lieber and Cataract Falls SRA). Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Martinsville?

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

Are there free state parks near Martinsville?

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.