We advise making reservations! Walk ins are not guaranteed a spot.

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Campground Rules & Regulations

WE ARE A FAMILY PARK: Appropriate conduct is required at all times. You must be 21 in order to consume alcoholic beverages. Children must be supervised at all times. Loud, rowdy, or other inappropriate behavior will result in your removal from the campground without a refund.


NO GLASS CONTAINERS: Glass containers are not permitted in the campground area due to safety issues.


SITE LIMIT: The rates for sites include up to 4 guests, additional charges will apply for additional guests. Your campsite may have two (2) vehicles, one wheeled camping unit plus one tent, or two tents. RV sites are limited to one wheeled unit only; tent sites are limited to 2 tents only with the exception of group camping. All vehicles and camping equipment must fit on the designated site.


HOOK UPS: Water and electric hookups are available at a limited number of camping sites. Verify the site before making your final reservations. Water is shut off November 1 - April 1.


QUIET HOURS: Quiet hours are in effect from Midnight to 7 am and no vehicle traffic is allowed after 10 pm. Speed limit at all times is 5 mph.


VISITORS TO CAMPERS: Visitors must register at the main office before entering the campground. Visitors must park completely within the campsite or provided parking lots. Additional fees apply for day visitors and overnight camping guests.


PROHIBITED ACTIVITY: Guests of the campground are not permitted to climb trees or access any of the zip line towers and rappelling equipment. Campers may hike and/or bike only on designated trails. Anyone found tampering, climbing or playing on any of the activities equipment will be asked to immediately leave the park and will be charged a $100 fine. Pets, all-terrain vehicles, go-carts, or scooters are not permitted in the campground area (call the office for exceptions). Alcoholic beverages may only be consumed by adults of legal age over 21; absolutely no firearms, fireworks, or weapons of any kind are permitted.


CHECK IN/OUT: Check in is 2:00 pm - Check out is 11:00 am Eastern Daylight Time. Please depart your site promptly to provide for incoming campers; during peak periods late check outs will not be honored. High occupancy levels may delay check in times.


SANITATION: Properly dispose of your trash in the provided containers, WE RECYCLE! Help us keep our planet green. Leave the area cleaner than you found it. No gray water should be released on site; a dump station is located by Site #1. A $20 fee will be charged for not recycling, burning toxins in campfire ring, or leaving trash at campsite.


FIRES: Fires are only permitted in approved fire rings. Due to an Emerald Ash Borer insect infestation threat, you are not permitted to bring firewood into the campground.  We sell approved firewood.


PETS: Pets are permitted on eXplore Brown County property. Please read our Pet Policy. 


EMERGENCIES: Report any emergencies, issues, or complaints to the park attendant (knock on the door of Cabin 11 located behind Site 4). When the attendant is unavailable, or in extreme emergencies, contact the Sheriff's Department. The phone number is posted on all campground bulletin boards.


PLAN YOUR ARRIVAL: Please check our website to see what time our office closes. Call to make arrangements for after hours check in. We ask that there is no campground traffic after 10 pm. Register at the campground office prior to occupying your site.

Camping Rates & Amenities

Services & Amenities


  • Restrooms
  • Showers
  • Dump Station
  • Potable Water
  • Picnic Shelters
  • Recycling
  • Parking
  • Fishing Lake
  • Volleyball Net w/ volleyball
  • Bike Trails
  • Hiking Trails
  • Playground
  • Tether ball
  • Free Wi-Fi available on the porch of Harvest Hall


Rates


  • 15 primitive tent | $15 daily
  • 6 full hook-up | electric (30 amp), water & sewer | $40 daily | Water is shut off November 1 - April 1
  • 10 hook-up | electric (50 amp) and water | $25 daily | Water is shut off November 1 - April 1
  • $10/night surcharge during holiday weekends
  • $10/night surcharge for September 1 - October 31
  • 2 Group primitive tent | $25 daily plus $5 per person (5 person minimum).
  • 2 Group tent electrical (30 amp) and water | $35 daily $5 per person (5 person minimum) |  Water is shut off November 1 - April 1
  • $10 per pet | 2 pet maximum
  • Please note: we are not responsible for electrical outages due to acts of God, no refunds based on weather.


Rentals available at office | 11 am – 4 pm

  • Bagged Ice | $5 7lb bag
  • Firewood | $30 wagon | $15 wheelbarrow | $7.50 armful
  • Drinks, snacks, and ice available for purchase at the Harness Hut.
  • Game rentals: Cornhole | $10/day; Horseshoes | $5/day
  • Boat rentals: 4 Hours - $10 | All day - $20
  • Fishing Pass - free with campsite


We offer winter storage for your RV. Contact us for accommodations and prices.

Betty

Experience a unique way to camp in style with Betty, the 1968 Phoenix Cruiser

If you're looking for a unique adventure and want to experience nature up close and personal, Betty is your perfect companion. With her full size bed, refrigerator, microwave, and a Keurig coffee maker, you'll have all the comforts of home while still getting to explore the great outdoors. Located in Brown County you won't have to go too far to have your next outdoor getaway! 


Details:

KITCHEN - Working sink in the kitchen area that can be used when water is turned on from April - November. The stove in the kitchen area is non-functioning, but there is a fire pit just outside your door.

BATHROOMS - There is a bathroom in this camper with a sink and functioning toilet, but no shower. Shared restroom and shower facilities are just a short walk away.


Items Provided:

Linens

Keurig Coffee maker (coffee pods & creamer/sugar provided)

Refrigerator

Microwave

TV

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Cups

Plates

Silverware

Fire Pit

Picnic Table

Internet Access

Lucy

Get ready for the ultimate camping experience with Lucy, the 1966 Yellowstone Camper

This vintage 1966 Yellowstone Camper is cozy and adorable - perfect for a weekend away from it all. Enjoy the natural beauty of Brown County along with the amenities of home with a fireplace, air conditioning, an XL twin bed, refrigerator, microwave and even a Keurig coffee maker for convenience. Whether you're looking for adventure or just some time to relax in nature - Lucy has it all! 


Details:

KITCHEN - Working sink in the kitchen area that can be used when water is turned on from April - November.

BATHROOMS - No bathroom in this camper, but there are restroom and shower facilities available just a short walk away.


Items Provided:

Linens

Keurig Coffee maker (coffee pods & creamer/sugar provided)

Refrigerator

Microwave

Air conditioning

Heater

Cups

Plates

Silverware

Fire Pit

Picnic Table

Internet Access

Gladys

Embark on a vintage camping adventure with Gladys, the 1972 Shasta Camper

Experience the beauty of nature without missing any of the luxuries of home. This camper comes with a full size bed, cozy fireplace, air conditioning for warmer months, refrigerator, microwave and a Keurig coffee maker. You’ll enjoy being surrounded by the serene beauty of nature while you make memories that will last a lifetime.

 

Details:

KITCHEN - Working sink in the kitchen area that can be used when water is turned on from April - November.

BATHROOMS - No bathroom in this camper, but there are restroom and shower facilities available just a short walk away.


Items Provided:

Linens

Keurig Coffee maker (coffee pods & creamer/sugar provided)

Refrigerator

Microwave

TV

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Cups

Plates

Silverware

Fire Pit

Picnic Table

Internet Access

Wanda

Embark on a vintage camping adventure with Wanda, the 1972 Shasta Camper

Experience the beauty of nature without missing any of the luxuries of home. This camper comes with a full size bed, wet bath (toilet and shower), air conditioning for warmer months, heater for colder months, kitchen with refrigerator, toaster oven, microwave and a Keurig coffee maker. Al the space alien will keep you company. You’ll enjoy being surrounded by the serene beauty of nature while you make memories that will last a lifetime.

 

Details:

KITCHEN - Working sink in the kitchen area that can be used when water is turned on from April - November.

BATHROOM - Working shower and toilet can be used when water is turned on from April - November.


Items Provided:

Linens

2 Bath Towels

Keurig Coffee maker (coffee pods & creamer/sugar provided)

Refrigerator

Microwave

Air conditioning

Heater

Cups

Plates

Silverware

Fire Pit

Picnic Table

Internet Access

Sophia

Embark on a vintage camping adventure with Sophia, the 1972 Shasta Camper

Experience the beauty of nature without missing any of the luxuries of home. This camper comes with a full size bed, wet bath (toilet and shower), air conditioning for warmer months, heater for colder months, kitchen with refrigerator, oven, microwave and a Keurig coffee maker. You’ll enjoy being surrounded by the serene beauty of nature while you make memories that will last a lifetime.

 

Details:

KITCHEN - Working sink in the kitchen area that can be used when water is turned on from April - November.

BATHROOM - Working shower and toilet can be used when water is turned on from April - November.


Items Provided:

Linens

2 Bath Towels

Keurig Coffee maker (coffee pods & creamer/sugar provided)

Refrigerator

Microwave

Air conditioning

Heater

Cups

Plates

Silverware

Fire Pit

Picnic Table

Internet Access

WARNING: Under Indiana law, an agritourism provider is not liable for an injury to, or the death of, a participant in agritourism activities at this location if the death or injury results from the inherent risks of agritourism activity. Inherent risks of agritourism activities include risks of injury inherent to land, equipment, and animals as well as the potential for you to act in a negligent manner that may contribute to your injury or death, or for other participants to act in a manner that may cause you injury or cause your death. You are assuming the risk of participating in this agritourism activity. As added by P.L.3-2011, SEC.1. The property used by Valley Branch Retreat Inc. dba eXplore Brown County dba Paintball Valley is a Classified Forest/Tree Farm and an Indiana Agritourism provider. 


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