State Parks Near Vincennes, Indiana
9 state park units lie within 50 miles of Vincennes, including 6 parks across the line in Illinois. The closest is Red Hills State Park, about 18 mi west of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Red Hills State Park18 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 1of 9 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 61 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 1pets allowed
State parks near Vincennes, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Vincennes; driving distance is usually longer.
Red Hills State Park
Covering about 964 acres, Red Hills State Park lies in Lawrence County, in Sumner.
Hours, fees and rules for Red Hills State Park →Beall Woods State Park
Beall Woods State Park is a park in Wabash County, about 6 miles southwest of Mount Carmel.
Hours, fees and rules for Beall Woods State Park →Crawford County Fish and Wildlife Area
Crawford County Fish and Wildlife Area is a 1,123-acre recreation area in Crawford County, about 7 miles north of Robinson.
Hours, fees and rules for Crawford County Fish and Wildlife Area →Shakamak 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.
Hours, fees and rules for Shakamak State Park →Sam Parr SFWA
Sam Parr SFWA is a state fish and wildlife area in Jasper County, about 3 miles northeast of Newton.
Hours, fees and rules for Sam Parr SFWA →Newton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
Newton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area is a recreation area in Jasper County, about 18 miles northwest of Olney.
Hours, fees and rules for Newton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area →Harmonie State Park
Things to do include horseback riding, mountain biking, boating, fishing, and biking. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Harmonie State Park →Lincoln Trail State Park
Covering about 1,031 acres, Lincoln Trail State Park lies in Clark County, about 4 miles south of Marshall.
Hours, fees and rules for Lincoln Trail State Park →Lincoln State Park
Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, fishing, and picnicking. Its trail network totals roughly 10 miles, according to the park. On the water side, there is a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Lincoln State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Vincennes
- Red Hills State Park 18 mi west · Campground listed
- Beall Woods State Park 28 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Shakamak State Park 38 mi northeast · 174 campsites
- Sam Parr SFWA 40 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Lincoln Trail State Park 48 mi north · Campground listed
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Vincennes
- Shakamak State Park 38 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Vincennes
- Beall Woods State Park 28 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Vincennes
- Shakamak State Park 38 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Lincoln State Park 48 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Vincennes
- Shakamak State Park 38 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Harmonie State Park 47 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Lincoln State Park 48 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
Fishing near Vincennes
- Shakamak State Park 38 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Harmonie State Park 47 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Lincoln State Park 48 mi southeast · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Vincennes
What is the closest state park to Vincennes?
Red Hills State Park is the closest, about 18 miles west of Vincennes in a straight line. Next are Beall Woods State Park and Crawford County Fish and Wildlife Area.
How many state parks are near Vincennes?
9 state park units are within 50 miles, and 1 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Vincennes have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Red Hills State Park, Beall Woods State Park and Shakamak State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Vincennes?
Yes, at 1 park, including Beall Woods State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Vincennes?
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.
State parks near other cities
- Near Washington, IN19 mi east
- Near Jasper, IN36 mi southeast
- Near Evansville, IN48 mi south
- Near Terre Haute, IN55 mi north
- Near Bedford, IN56 mi east
- Near Bloomington, IN63 mi northeast
- Near Effingham, IL64 mi northwest
- Near Charleston, IL66 mi northwest
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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.