Best Cabin Camping near Auburn, IN

Cabin accommodations near Auburn include rustic shelters at Chain O' Lakes State Park and furnished cabins at the Indian Springs Campground. Most cabins provide electricity, heating, and basic furnishings with varying bed configurations from single bunks to queen-sized options. Bathroom access differs by location, with some cabins offering private facilities while others require guests to use centralized shower houses. "The campground is clean, lots of stuff for the kids to do," notes one visitor about Chain O' Lakes facilities. Pokagon State Park Campground, approximately 30 miles northeast of Auburn, features cabins with additional amenities such as refrigerators and microwaves.

Options range from tiny log cabins to spacious family-sized layouts. Rustic cabins typically include beds, minimal furniture, and electricity but lack plumbing. Deluxe cabins, available at locations like Angola/Hogback Lake KOA Holiday, provide full bathrooms, kitchen facilities, and climate control. Pet policies vary by location with additional fees often required. Reservations are essential during summer months, particularly for weekend stays. One camper shared: "We stayed from Saturday to Thursday. Would definitely look for a different campground to stay at," highlighting the importance of researching specific cabin amenities before booking.

Most cabin rentals supply beds with mattresses but require guests to bring their own linens, pillows, and towels. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties, with some offering only fire rings and picnic tables while others include refrigerators, stoves, and basic cookware. On-site camp stores at Chain O' Lakes and Indian Springs campgrounds stock firewood, ice, and limited groceries. For more extensive provisions, Auburn offers several grocery stores approximately 10-20 minutes from most cabin locations. Campers should check individual property listings for detailed information about cabin amenities, as features differ considerably between rustic and deluxe accommodations.

Best Cabin Sites Near Auburn, Indiana (36)

    1. Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground

    52 Reviews
    Albion, IN
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 636-2654

    $12 - $80 / night

    "There are five facilities with showers and running water and six pit toilets. drinking water is accessible throughout the park."

    "However, the many amenities are a great way to find peace with the 9 lakes, 12 trails and a beach for swimming."

    2. Pokagon State Park Campground

    48 Reviews
    Angola, IN
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 833-2012

    $16 - $480 / night

    "About seventy-five percent of the sites are electric. We stayed in Site 255, which was not electric (booked last minute)."

    "Pokagon State Park has an excellent state park campground. Sites are in a well wooded area situated on 5 different loops (1 non-electric, 4 electric)."

    3. Indian Springs Campground

    9 Reviews
    Garrett, IN
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 357-5572

    $20 - $89 / night

    "They have a waterslide, big store, hand scooped ice cream, clean bathrooms and boat rentals."

    4. Angola/Hogback Lake KOA Holiday

    11 Reviews
    Angola, IN
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 665-5353

    "This place was fantastic.. we arrived late to find an envelope with our name on it with all of our info inside.. the site was perfect with everything we would need already there.. chairs, table, and even"

    "Several new sites were added and the park appears to be much cleaner. The restrooms are nice and the camp personnel are friendly."

    5. Bixler Lake Park & Campground

    2 Reviews
    Kendallville, IN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 347-1064

    $25 - $60 / night

    "Been here nearly a month and definitely will be back."

    6. Chain O'lakes State Park Dispersed Campsite

    3 Reviews
    Albion, IN
    17 miles

    "(Tent sites) For more, you can get electric hookup sites galore that all include a fire ring picnic table and a pretty leveled out spot."

    7. Buck Lake Ranch

    5 Reviews
    Angola, IN
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 665-6699

    $25 - $100 / night

    "So many legends have been on the stage at Buck Lake Ranch including Dolly Parton!"

    "The little store was adorable, stage area with the names of all the performers is awesome, great musical history, friendly staff, beautiful lake and a fun beached whale to pose with."

    8. Kimpels Hickory Acres

    1 Review
    Montpelier, OH
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 658-2267

    "I camped in a tent next to the cabin that my sister rented so I'm not sure about the tent sites that are available."

    9. Crooked Creek Campground and Cabins

    2 Reviews
    Orland, IN
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 336-0757

    $25 - $50 / night

    "Had partial shade and picnic table at our site. The bathrooms/showers were large and private (one occupant at a time)."

    "Clean restrooms, easy lake access, friendly vibes. Very quiet and laid back."

    10. Atwood Lake Campground

    1 Review
    Wolcottville, IN
    21 miles
    +1 (260) 854-3079

    $20 - $38 / night

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Cabin Reviews near Auburn, IN

228 Reviews of 36 Auburn Campgrounds


  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 14, 2025

    Shipshewana North Park Campground

    Nice campground in a convenient location

    We were passing through and decided to stop for frozen custard at the stand right next to the campground. The first review for this place did not seem very inviting but a more recent one was a little more positive. After checking it out, I thought it could use a little reinforcement of the positives! I’m not sure if there have been new owners since the first review but I received a very friendly greeting, and the office is open from 9 am– 8 pm and clearly marked as the place to check-in. 

    There are many options here: back-in or pull-thru tent sites, w/e sites, full hook-up sites, camper cabins, and fully equipped cabins. The campsites range from $32-$46 per night and the cabins range from $69-$144 per night. Sites 47-52 are close to the road so you will hear road noise, but Sites 11-35 are farther from the road and are more shaded. The layout is RV park style but there is reasonable separation between the sites. 

    The restrooms have a code for entry, and I did not see the inside of these.

    Amenities include:

    - a community fire pit

    -  game room with television

    - guest laundry 

    - dump station

    - gift shop

    - pet friendly options

     -WiFi

    - There is, of course, an ice cream/frozen custard stand that I dare you to resist. 

    While we would not consider it a destination, we would definitely consider camping here en route – the price is reasonable, and the staff is friendly and welcoming.

  • Brian O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 17, 2024

    Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground

    Can be crowded, but a good park overall

    We were a bit surprised that despite having a paid reservation , we still had to pay a $20 Day usage fee to enter the park, but no matter. This is a sprawling and sometimes confusing campground to find your way in. But the sites are generally shady if a bit close together. There are five facilities with showers and running water and six pit toilets. drinking water is accessible throughout the park.
    The majority of sites have six person tables, though some, especially in the new 385-416 loop have little four person tables. These are also the least shaded.
    Campground and facilities are clean and well maintained.
    The General Store is one of the most impressively well stocked I have ever seen. Equipment, toys, tools, food souvenirs, you name it. Good dry firewood is $6.50 a bundle in the store, $7 on the honor system after hours. It burns fast, so you might want to buy more than you think. The store is open until 9:00 Friday & Saturday, but only 2;PM on Sunday and never on Monday. Keep that in mind if you're doing a 3-day weekend as we did. When checking out, look up to see the beautiful wooden canoe with wildlife inlaid wood.
    Fire pits are mostly round iron with non-adjustable swing-away grills. Booking is through Indiana DNR/ Reserve America so you can see photos of the site you pick.
    This was our second experience with an Indiana state park, and like our first (Pokagon, in the winter) we were impressed with the clear marking of the hiking trails (and canoe trail for that matter) there was a map and guidepost at every junction.
    There's a beach, concession stand and boat rentals on Sand lake, the Park's largest. Lastly, there's a fish cleaning shed with running water outside the campground entrance that anyone in the park can use, something I wish more parks would provide.

  • A
    Aug. 14, 2018

    Harrison Lake State Park Campground

    Quiet place to get away

    We have been here a few times. Really enjoy the secluded sites and the lake. It’s a small campground but it’s clean and quiet. Most sites don’t have water hookups but they do have electric. There isn’t much to do outside of the campground but there is a nice lake with canoe and kayak rentals. Very pet friendly and even has a dog beach.

  • Melissa M.
    Jul. 29, 2020

    Gateway Park Campground

    Kid friendly

    They have a lot for the kids here:

    Pool 3ft-5ft Air pillow Large playground ( very clean ) Half basketball court Sand Volleyball net Rec room (small amount of games) Crafts on weekends Corn hole boards -2 sets by pillow Horse shoe pits - 2 sets by pillow

    Store: ice cream- coffee options- candy- fire wood

    Boat and golf cart rental options

    Cement slabs with all the hook ups. Some lots have shade, mosts are not All spots have picnic tables and fire pits by the road

    Office girls are very friendly and helpful Everything was clean and well kept Pool area was not the best but in this heat all you need is water :)

  • Laura H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 23, 2020

    Twin Mills Camping Resort

    Beautiful Wooded Campground

    Twin Mills is a really beautiful and quiet RV Campground, with tall trees in Northern Indiana. We frequent this location when getting RV Repairs and visiting Elkhart, the birth place of most RVs.

    There are cabins and tent sites and a large lake access point with a beach area. The playgrounds seemed to be in good shape and the dumpsters were centrally located.

    The park has a gate entrance for security.

    There is a large pool area and basketball court.

    There are several sections in the park, some more wooded and narrow sites, some are more spread out.

    Cellular: T-Mobile had good signal strength and bandwidth, AT&T was not as good but still doable.

    Most of the sites are full hook up, some have 30amp and some have 50amp.

    Amenities: Pool Clubhouse Basketball Volleyball Picnic tables Fire rings Trash Playground Lake access Beach area Dock Cabins Tent sites

  • adrienn S.
    May. 30, 2021

    Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground

    Great for families and group camping

    If you're traveling with kids or enjoy the community of being near your fellow campers this is a great option. If you are looking for a peaceful retreat this may be a bit loud and busy. However, the many amenities are a great way to find peace with the 9 lakes, 12 trails and a beach for swimming. The lakes and connecting channels are stunning for canoes and kayaks and there is a convenient rental area. This is a campground of convenience with a very well stocked campground store with reasonable prices right next to the entrance. There is firewood and ice for sale as well as staple cooking items and cute souvenirs. The campsites are spacious and have a picnic table and fire pit at each. This campground is a great way to stay close to the fun and other campers. With so many options there is a something for everyone! Safe travels happy campers 😄

  • Jackie F.
    Aug. 6, 2022

    KOA Campground Middlebury

    Decent for a quick stop

    Got us in last minute when our other plans fell through. Site was only $35 for a back in water/electric. Grateful for it but wouldn’t have booked this otherwise. Site was unlevel and ran into a hill on the back end. Not much space on ether side of us. Corner lot and the rec center and basketball court was directly behind. Kids cutting through the campsite all the time.

    We called several times before anyone answered and the store was clearly understaffed. Although the staff was kind and doing their best. Picnic table is on its last legs and fire ring looked like it was run over. Overall it was a little shabby but definitely not bad. Good for a place to sleep but I wouldn’t book a week here. Not many restaurant options either and also no signs for this one on the highway.

  • Sherrie W.
    May. 22, 2020

    Harrison Lake State Park Campground

    Nice park for Northwest Ohio

    We rented a yurt as a local weekend escape. Our kids loved the yurt. It was nice with a little mini fridge and 4 double beds. Campground showers and bathrooms are clean. It is one of the only state parks in northwest Ohio, a beautiful little spot nestled in farmland of Ohio. The lake is nice for swimming and there are bike rentals which was fun as well. We did not use it, but there is a dog beach as well. Sites are crowed and close together.

  • K
    Aug. 11, 2018

    Waffle Farm Campground

    Great campground. Clean. Great people. Stocked camp store. Entertainment.

    Pet friendly. Great camp store. Clean campground. Nice beach. Beautiful!!


Guide to Auburn

Cabin camping near Auburn, Indiana offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, allowing you to enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing the conveniences of home.

Some prices for cabin camping range from $30 to $100

  • Experience the charm of Pokagon State Park Campground where cabin rentals provide easy access to beautiful Lake James and its surrounding trails.
  • At Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground, you can find affordable cabin options that let you immerse yourself in nature while enjoying modern amenities.
  • For a unique stay, consider Buck Lake Ranch, where cabin prices are reasonable and the site is rich in musical history.

Cabin campers like these nearby activities

Explore the beauty of local attractions

  • Visit the stunning beaches and recreational facilities at Pokagon State Park Campground, where you can relax and enjoy family-friendly activities.
  • Discover the picturesque landscapes and wildlife at Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground, perfect for nature photography and peaceful walks.
  • Take part in seasonal events and community gatherings at Buck Lake Ranch, where the charm of the past meets modern-day fun.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Auburn, IN is Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 52 reviews.

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