Camp Site #17 with Morgans Canoe offers families an unplugged primitive camping experience along Indiana’s Whitewater River. Discover why this peaceful riverside spot is a standout for quality outdoor time away from modern distractions.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
Overnight to multi-night stays
Fitness Level
Suitable for all physical conditions; minimal fitness required for campsite access.
Wildlife
History
The Whitewater River has long been a recreation spot in Southeast Indiana, with the area developing as a canoeing and camping destination over the past century.
Conservation
Morgans Canoe promotes low-impact camping and enforces rules to safeguard the riverside environment and maintain clean waterways.
Morgans Canoe and Outdoor Adventures
Camp Site #17 with Morgans Canoe offers families an unplugged primitive camping experience along Indiana’s Whitewater River. Discover why this peaceful riverside spot is a standout for quality outdoor time away from modern distractions.
Morgans Canoe and Outdoor Adventures is a Brookville, Indiana business offering campground sites, cabins, and river trips along the Whitewater River. The operation lists a range of primitive camp sites and several camping cabins, providing options for tent campers and small-family cabin stays. Multiple site listings include numbered camp sites, shelter sites, and designated cabin units to accommodate varied group sizes.
The business is known for river-based recreation, including the Upper River Float Trip, a five-mile float option that uses comfortable tubes with backrests and cup holders, and a Lower River Trip offering additional river access. The Upper River Float Trip highlights local wildlife, gentle rapids, and sandy islands suitable for breaks and scenic rest stops.
Camping Cabin #3 specifically includes a 10x14 cabin footprint with air conditioning, a mini refrigerator, and outdoor grilling areas. The campground environment emphasizes a family-friendly, primitive camping experience in many sites, where electricity and water are not provided at each site, and community rules are expected to be followed to ensure a safe stay.
Listings for individual campsites and three cabins allow visitors to select sites by number or type. Morgans Canoe and Outdoor Adventures focuses on accessible outdoor recreation in Brookville, Indiana, and provides clear descriptions for each listed trip or site. Prospective visitors should review each site description for amenities and restrictions and contact the business directly for reservations and specific questions.
Availability varies seasonally; rates, booking windows, and group size limits are set by the property and may change without notice.
Location
Brookville, Indiana
Near the Whitewater River
Sites & Cabins
36 options
Primitive campsites and cabins available
Family Friendly
Yes
Family-oriented campground options
River Trips
Upper & Lower
Float trips on the Whitewater River
Check availability, review site details, and contact Morgans Canoe and Outdoor Adventures to reserve a campsite or join a river float.
Pack water and snacks in advance
Since Camp Site #17 offers no running water or electricity, bring ample drinking water and non-perishable food.
Arrive prepared for primitive conditions
Expect basic amenities—no flushing toilets or showers—plan accordingly to keep your stay comfortable.
Follow campground rules strictly
This family-friendly site enforces quiet hours and bans alcohol abuse to maintain safety and enjoyment.
Use Leave No Trace principles
Maintain the natural riverside environment by packing out all trash and minimizing campsite impact.
Water container (2+ gallons)
Provides necessary drinking and cooking water where no onsite supply exists.
Portable camping stove
Enables safe meal preparation without requiring open fires, important for fire restrictions.
Insect repellent
Protects against mosquitoes and biting insects common near rivers during summer months.
summer
Warm sleeping bag
Ensures comfort during cool nights without electricity or heated structures.
fall|winter