Best Glamping near Beverly Shores, IN

Located in Indiana Dunes National Park, Dunewood Campground offers a variety of glamping accommodations that combine comfort with natural surroundings. The campground provides several safari tent options nestled among the wooded areas, all furnished with comfortable bedding, private decks, and heating systems for year-round enjoyment. "Beautiful, well spaced campgrounds that are flat and relatively secluded," one guest shared, highlighting the balance of privacy and accessibility that glamping enthusiasts appreciate. Michigan City Campground, just minutes away, features luxury canvas tents and yurts with amenities like electricity, comfortable queen beds with linens, and kitchenettes. These elevated accommodations offer a resort-style camping experience while maintaining proximity to Lake Michigan's shoreline and the impressive dune formations that make this area distinctive.

The Indiana Dunes area provides glamping guests with numerous activities centered around the unique dune ecosystem and Lake Michigan shoreline. Visitors staying in safari tents can easily access hiking trails through the dunes, with the popular Mount Baldy trail offering spectacular views and relatively private beach access. According to a camper, "The beach is wonderful, there is lots of room, although it does get crowded. And, of course the sand dunes make this a unique destination from other places." Many glamping sites in the area include special experiences like guided night hikes, stargazing events, and morning yoga sessions with views of the dunes. The nearby village of Beverly Shores adds convenience with dining options, a liquor store, and even a train stop for Chicago excursions. Most glamping accommodations in the area operate seasonally from May through September, with some premium sites requiring reservations up to six months in advance.

Best Glamping Sites Near Beverly Shores, Indiana (25)

    1. Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park

    127 Reviews
    Beverly Shores, IN
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (219) 395-1882

    $25 / night

    "You gotta love Indiana dunes national lakeshore! A quick drive from chicago this campsite is a real good place to get away from the city and enjoy the outdoors."

    "We have camped in the walk-ins and the drive-up spots. The sites are private and the bathrooms are super duper clean. Showers are great."

    2. Indiana Dunes State Park Campground

    48 Reviews
    Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, IN
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (219) 926-1952

    $23 / night

    "We pulled in around 4:30 in the evening. The sight was spacious with plenty of room in between sites. Since the weather was cooler , it was pretty sparse with other campers."

    "The state park is located within the boundaries of the Indiana Dunes National Park (formerly National Lakeshore), so don't get confused by this."

    3. Michigan City Campground

    22 Reviews
    Indiana Dunes National Park, IN
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (219) 872-7600

    "This is a beautifully kept campground just outside Michigan City, IN. It is gated so will need to call in once you arrive to enter."

    "Pool, laundry, nice playground, ponds and basketball hoop. Less than 15 min to Indiana Dunes National Park."

    4. Warren Dunes State Park Campground

    68 Reviews
    Bridgman, MI
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 426-4013

    "We were with a large group so had a site you could drive right up to. Electricity hookups, bathrooms and showers, picnic tables and fire pit, etc. Easy access to the dunes and the beach."

    "The bathroom seemed newer (South modern loop) with clean bathrooms (cleaned at least twice a day) and private shower stalls."

    5. Lakeshore Camp Resort

    16 Reviews
    Portage, IN
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (219) 762-7757

    $49 - $57 / night

    "A lake with water rentals, floating water slide, playgrounds and sport courts, general store with the stardust’s “convenience mark-ups”,and water/ electric at all sites."

    "We were there the week before peak season opened so none of the pools or splash pads were open, but they were very accommodating so that we could still play mini golf and ride around on the pedal cars."

    6. Potato Creek State Park Campground

    48 Reviews
    North Liberty, IN
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (574) 656-8186

    $20 - $90 / night

    "Bathrooms are cleanish…but they start getting a little wild as the weekend wears on. Perpetual mud and slop from the showers, but functional."

    "Our site was purposely located close to a bathhouse, but was not too close to have any bothersome noises. The bathhouse was a bit dated, but pretty clean."

    7. Mini Mountain Campground

    7 Reviews
    New Carlisle, IN
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (574) 654-3307

    "Staff were very nice and friendly."

    "There are ample hiking trails and activities for all ages. The swimming pool is awesome and a great plus when camping with kids. The woods are very thick and filled with amazing trees."

    8. Lake O' The Woods Club

    1 Review
    Valparaiso, IN
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (219) 241-0739

    $35 - $60 / night

    9. Thousand Trails Bear Cave

    16 Reviews
    Buchanan, MI
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Lots of very friendly other campers, a heated pool, playground for the kids, nice size lots with fire pits, picnic tables, electric& water (including at tent sites)."

    "We had reservations and there were some concerns when we arrived if they had a site large enough to accommodate our rig. We ended up in the loop along the river which was shaded and level."

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Glamping Reviews near Beverly Shores, IN

494 Reviews of 25 Beverly Shores Campgrounds


  • Dickie H.
    Jul. 30, 2019

    Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park

    Easy camping

    You gotta love Indiana dunes national lakeshore! A quick drive from chicago this campsite is a real good place to get away from the city and enjoy the outdoors. It’s one of my favorite places to go within an hour’s drive. The campsite has everything you need. Modern bathrooms and showers, running water. Good for tent camping. It’s clean and a quick drive to a quiet beach at Beverly Shores. I highly recommend!

  • jennifer Z.
    Aug. 11, 2018

    Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park

    Favorite campground in the dunes

    This is seriously my favorite campground. My family and I have been camping here for more than ten years. We have camped in the walk-ins and the drive-up spots.

    The sites are private and the bathrooms are super duper clean. Showers are great.

    You can take the train from downtown Chicago and get off at the Beverly Shores stop on the south shore line. The campsite is seriously a quarter mile walk from the stop.

    There is an awesome gas station at the corner where you can get coffee and donuts in the morning. Ice and beverages during the day and soft serve ice serve ice cream at night. There are also two wood stove pizza trucks next to the gas station.

    There is a nice sandy beach one mile walking distance through an amazing prairie. Great walk at night back from the beach after watching the sunset. Very romantic.

    Plenty if things to do in the area. Lots of pick your own berry patches and kayaking spots.

  • Gay G.
    Aug. 19, 2021

    Thousand Trails Bear Cave

    Great Campground

    This is a nice, family friendly campground. Lots of very friendly other campers, a heated pool, playground for the kids, nice size lots with fire pits, picnic tables, electric& water (including at tent sites). Pool has an ADA lift chair. 2 shower/bath houses, camp store, a real bear cave you can tour in (free), a creek that meanders through it. The resort sits on the St. Joseph river & this park has a boat ramp & dock for fishing. There is a gate that campers need a code to get into so it keeps out unwanted’s. Nice staff. Yolanda is a great manager. Security, a ‘honey wagon’. Laundry center. Quiet hours are 10p-8a. It’s near Buchanan Michigan and the RED BUD Motor Cross track. Very friendly people, always stopping and talking.

  • adrienn S.
    May. 4, 2021

    Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park

    Great location

    Nice spot, basic but clean. The Pin Oak trees were abundant for hammocks but a little worrisome with the wind advisory. Train tracks are quite close so light sleepers may be woken by the sound, Beverly Shores train depot very convenient if coming or going to Chicago. A quick bike ride to the the beach and century of progress houses. Lovely sunset on the beach and close enough to make it back to the campground without it too dark via bike. Very convenient stores within walking distance across the road with just about anything you could need if you forget something. Bathrooms were decent, showers and flushable toilets were close by site 57. ADA accessible spots available. Reservations are required this year not FCFS as previous years.

  • Ken
    Sep. 8, 2020

    Shamrock Park

    Hidden Gem

    The ranger was awesome. You can buy firewood and ice on site. There’s WiFi, electricity, showers and bathrooms. The campground is right on the water-perfect for kayaking or fishing. There’s also all sorts of activities for kids-ping pong, basketball, cornhole and more. It’s also a quick walk to a grocery store and restaurants. There’s no grill on the fire pit, so plan accordingly.

  • Nadiehsda B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Oak Lake RV Resort

    We came for a weekend… Stayed nearly 2 weeks! Oak Lake RV Resort is where family memories are made.

    6 people, 1 pup & a 44.4' Keystone Sprinter... Oak Lake RV Resort handled it all with ease & gave us the BEST camping trip ever! From the moment you drive up, staff are waiting in golf carts to guide you to your site & even help with setup. We were nervous about fitting our big rig, but pull-through site #17 made it flawless. Where else does that??

    We originally booked August 22–25, extended to the 29th & then lucked into staying through Labor Day weekend. We canceled our other plans because Oak Lake had everything we wanted & more!!Pond swimming & obstacle course, movies on our inflatable screen, golf cart glow parades, s’mores, homemade campfire pizzas & endless family memories. The kids are still raving about it!

    Rebecca deserves a huge shoutout for going above & beyond! Tom & Marianne, the owners, are amazing hosts who clearly pour their hearts into making Oak Lake special. Even the coin operated laundry was a lifesaver & convinced us we need a washer/dryer in our camper for future impromptu stays 😂.

    We’re already talking about being put on the list for a seasonal site for next year bc we know we’ll be back again & again. Oak Lake RV Resort is Newton County’s hidden gem!!! If you’re searching for fun, hospitality & true family camping memories... THIS is the place!! Hands down, every time.

  • M
    Sep. 5, 2020

    Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park

    Great home base for exploring the Dunes

    Location is fantastic for exploring the area. From campground you can walk (very close!)  to the small Village of Beverly Shores which has a cool restaurant (Goblin and the Grocer) with outdoor dining and take out, higher end liquor store, gas station, ice cream, firewood, beach supplies and food trucks. Plus, even the commuter train to Chicago stops here. Close to several beaches, tons of hiking, dunes to climb and cute towns to explore.

  • Chris M.
    Nov. 26, 2020

    Indiana Dunes State Park Campground

    Clean & Spacious

    We pulled in around 4:30 in the evening. The sight was spacious with plenty of room in between sites. Since the weather was cooler , it was pretty sparse with other campers. We stayed 2 nights over the weekend. You are within walking distance to the beach within the park. The buildings have great architecture. The sight had 50 amp electric hook ups but no water or sewer connections, and we knew that going in. We had a back in sight #69. There was plenty of space on all sides. We have a 37’ motorhome and pulled a Jeep behind it. There was plenty of room to maneuver around. The sight also had a wood picnic table and fire ring for a wood fire pit. We will definitely be back! I wish I had taken more photos from the beach and beach pavilion.

  • C
    Jun. 3, 2021

    Michigan City Campground

    Great campground, will return

    This is a beautifully kept campground just outside Michigan City, IN. It is gated so will need to call in once you arrive to enter. We stayed  in the premium sites which were 90ft pull thought with 50A service, water and sewer, and the best wifi I have seen at a campsite. The cement patio was large with a picnic table and an adjacent fire pit. There is swimming pool and a game room, and a small store with the essentials, and propane.

    You are close to Indiana Dunes and the downtown area of Michigan city. Good food, shops are close by. 

    By the way there are a number of cabins/mini homes to rent.


Guide to Beverly Shores

Dunewood Campground in Indiana Dunes National Park offers tent, RV, and glamping sites situated on flat, wooded terrain. The campground has specific campsite zones with varying levels of shade and privacy across its 67 sites. Most sites range from $25-30 per night and require reservations up to six months in advance during peak season (May-September). The area experiences high humidity during summer months with temperatures averaging 75-85°F, making early morning or evening activities preferable.

What to do

Hiking through wooded terrain: Visitors to Dunewood Campground can access multiple nature trails directly from the campground. "The campsite was large and beautiful... Lots of nature, chill vibe. Great experience!" notes Veronica S. Most trails connect to the larger network throughout Indiana Dunes National Park.

Cooling off at Lake Michigan beaches: Multiple beaches within 10-15 minutes of glamping close to Beverly Shores, Indiana offer swimming and sunbathing options. "We stayed in site #3, which had some good hammock trees. Kimmel Beach which is beautiful. There are some biting horseflies at the beach, but not at the campground," shares Katie O. who camped at Dunewood.

Mountain biking at nearby trails: Michigan City Campground provides easy access to regional biking paths. "There is a swimming pool and a fishing pond," reports Erin B. The campground is only 5 miles from Lake Michigan and connects to several biking routes suitable for beginners to intermediate riders.

What campers like

Clean bathroom facilities: Indiana Dunes State Park receives high marks for maintenance. "It was also the nicest showers that I've been to to date," reports Kaley A. Many campgrounds in the area feature modern bathhouses with hot water, though weekend usage can lead to lines during peak morning and evening hours.

Kid-friendly amenities: Family glamping near Beverly Shores benefits from playgrounds and recreational areas. "This is a nice, family friendly campground. Lots of very friendly other campers, a heated pool, playground for the kids, nice size lots with fire pits," notes Gay G. about Bear Cave RV Campground, which is under an hour from Beverly Shores.

Privacy between sites: Site layout varies significantly between campgrounds. "The sites are decently private with good tent pads. Shower house was clean with good hot water. A camper sink for dishwashing was a nice bonus," according to Katherine T. who stayed at Dunewood. Many sites feature natural barriers of trees or undergrowth, providing separation from neighbors.

What you should know

Train noise impacts sleep quality: Several campgrounds near Beverly Shores are affected by nearby train tracks. "Definitely heard railroad and road noise but that's the trade off for being close to town with good cell service," explains Katherine T. about her stay at Dunewood. Some visitors recommend bringing earplugs, especially for light sleepers.

Insect protection is essential: Summer months bring mosquitoes and other biting insects. "The mosquitoes were horrible. It was almost impossible to sit outside in the evening," reports Katrin M. about Potato Creek State Park. Visitors recommend bringing repellent with 25-30% DEET and considering screened shelters for eating areas.

Weather considerations: The area experiences significant seasonal variations. "Brutally hot but otherwise nice," reports Katie O. about summer camping. Spring and fall offer more moderate temperatures but can bring unpredictable rainfall. Waterproof footwear is recommended regardless of season due to morning dew and occasional flooding on lower-lying sites.

Tips for camping with families

Beach proximity matters: When booking glamping accommodations with children, consider distance to shoreline. "Right near the beach, everything you need is close, staff is nice, and it's affordable," notes Rachael M. about Dunewood. Sites closer to beach access paths fill quickly, often 3-4 months in advance.

Reserve sites near playground areas: Lakeshore Camp Resort offers activities specifically for children. "This was a fun campground. We were there the week before peak season opened so none of the pools or splash pads were open, but they were very accommodating so that we could still play mini golf and ride around on the pedal cars," explains Chad Y. Many glamping accommodations include access to shared recreation facilities.

Check swimming conditions daily: Lake Michigan can have rapid condition changes. "Be careful in the lake, because rip current often take young visitors out too far and into dangerous waters," warns Anna G. about Warren Dunes State Park. Beaches with lifeguards are recommended for families with children, and morning swim times typically have calmer water.

Tips from RVers

Hookup limitations: Many campgrounds in the Beverly Shores region offer only partial hookups. "The campground was clean and it was quiet. The bathroom was a bit outdated, but clean," reports Katrin M. Full-service sites with water, electric and sewer connections are limited and book months in advance.

Consider site layout carefully: Premium glamping sites offer more amenities but book quickly. "We pulled in around 4:30 in the evening. The sight was spacious with plenty of room in between sites. The sight had 50 amp electric hook ups but no water or sewer connections, and we knew that going in," shares Chris M., who stayed at Indiana Dunes State Park in a 37-foot motorhome.

Dump station access varies: Facilities for waste disposal have different hours and may involve waiting during peak checkout times. "There is only one place to dump gray water in the entire campground," reports Traci J. about Warren Dunes State Park. Most glamping accommodations include access to these facilities, but usage times should be planned to avoid congestion.

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Which is the most popular glamping campsite near Beverly Shores, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Beverly Shores, IN is Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park with a 4.3-star rating from 127 reviews.

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