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Ebys Pines Campground's dog park receives positive mentions from visitors who appreciate having dedicated space for pets to exercise. Eight pet-friendly campgrounds near Bristol accommodate visitors with dogs, including Elkhart Campground and Potato Creek State Park, both offering full-hookup RV sites and tent camping options that welcome pets. Elkhart RV Resort features pull-through sites with 50-amp service alongside dedicated areas for dog walking. Shipshewana North Park Campground and Shipshewana Trading Place RV Park maintain clean grounds where pets are permitted but must be leashed at all times. Many campgrounds provide pet waste stations throughout the property to make cleanup convenient. Sites at most facilities include fire rings, picnic tables, and access to water, with camping options ranging from primitive tent sites to full-service RV spots and pet-friendly cabins. The campground sites remain clean with frequent staff maintenance checks.
Trail access at Potato Creek State Park provides numerous dog walking opportunities with pet-friendly beaches that allow controlled water access. The paved bike paths throughout the park create excellent routes for exercising dogs, though natural wetlands mean mosquito protection is essential for both pets and owners. Elkhart County offers an extensive trail system just outside the fairgrounds campground, providing miles of walking paths where leashed dogs can enjoy extended outings. Most campgrounds enforce standard pet policies requiring proof of vaccinations, leashes no longer than 6 feet, and immediate waste cleanup. Warren Dunes State Park, approximately 45 minutes from Bristol, offers a designated pet-friendly section of beach where dogs can enjoy Lake Michigan access. Campers should note that highway noise affects some campgrounds, particularly those with sites backing up to Interstate 90/94, potentially disturbing noise-sensitive pets.
"Very clean, nice sized dog park, quiet and close to restaurants. If had an occasion to stay here again…we definitely would!"
"Elkhart Campground is great Clean , easy access, lots of pull through sites with full hook up - pool, Close to big lake too!!!"
"The dog park was a nice added bonus. It could very possibly become our new weekend getaway"
"Excellent dog run. Pool is dated but it actually is open. I tend to use this place to open up my TT or to close it Down for the season."
"Near Elkhart and the RV/MH Hall of Fame & Museum. Great place to visit, really interesting. Also, near Shipshewana."
"They have trails that are a nice walk for the dogs and a pond to catch and release fish."
"A little close to your neighbors but the way the sites are angled you had plenty of room. Very friendly people. Easy in and out."
"Overall Rating: 4 for access to the area, very clean facilities, and not too many campers thus time of year.
Price 2024: $35 for water/electric only."
"Easy access to the Shipshewana Flea Market and E&S Sales (greatest bulk food shopping EVER!) Campground was impeccably clean and quiet."
"The park was clean and quiet and next to some beautiful grazing fields with cattle and horses."
"Younger families tend to book up front near the playground and the noise and activities are more robust. Be ready with back up cords, some sites require 75 ft to hook up."
"I feel this is one of the best state parks in Indiana. Come with your own water as they don’t have water hookups at your campsite but there are some nearby. The sites are very spacious and clean."
from $20 - $90 / night
Check Availability"Just stay away from our upstairs area 😅"
from $25 - $35 / night
Check Availability"There is a donkey to pet. The game room building had some games in but the building smelled too old for me. The sites were set with nice gravel onto a cement patio surrounded by large trees."
"This campground is close to home so we spent a couple days here so the kids could play while I worked. All staff was extremely helpful and friendly from the minute we pulled in."
from $39 - $47 / night
Check Availability"We were passing through and decided to stop for frozen custard at the stand right next to the campground."
"The other reviewer must have been at the campground next to the flea market because this campground has trees and no way resembles a fairground site."
from $32 - $134 / night
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ScoutAmazing new resort! All paved and concrete- very clean and offers some amazing amenities! Less then 5 minutes to lake Wawasee (the largest lake in Indiana). if you have a dog this place is a MUST they have an amazing dog spa and dog park. The staff was also so friendly and helpful, made me feel right at home - I didn't want to leave. I will defiantly return!
GuideI stayed at this place when it was B&B and it is now a KOA. Several new sites were added and the park appears to be much cleaner. The restrooms are nice and the camp personnel are friendly. There is a dog park for walking the dog but with so much driveway I just walk the dog around the park. They have several dog bag stations around the park to make clean up easy. There are 3 playgrounds and boat area on the lake. I believe you can rent boats to fish even though I never have. I will definitely stay here again.
RangerWe stayed here to pick up a new RV. It’s a huge campground with lots of space. Some sites are cement ours was gravel. Very clean, nice sized dog park, quiet and close to restaurants. If had an occasion to stay here again…we definitely would!
GuideWe enjoyed the stay at this campground. They have all of the KOA amenities pool, lazy river, jump pillow, playground and dog park. Entire campground was clean and well maintained. This campground also sits on the shores of Hogback Lake which is an all sports lake. Many things to do in the area Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve, Pokagon State Park(hiking, biking and horseback riding), Amish communities close by, Black Pine Animal Sanctuary, Angola, IN many shopping and dining experiences.
GuideStayed for a weekend. The campground was clean sites were all very nice and pool was really clean. The dog park was a nice added bonus. It could very possibly become our new weekend getaway
LegendIt is a very large older CG with a few upgrades. Clean, with decent amenities. We were placed in the rear section, which was just ok. Site needed leveling, had no shade at all and was close to major hwy. The front and side sites seemed nicer and had ample shade with some concrete sites. Laundry room, pool and bathrooms were very clean. Large dog park, but was far from our site. Was only 25 min from Notre Dame and about an hour from lake Michigan WiFi was great, no cable, but good antenna reception
GuideGreat campground in the heart of Amish country. Near Elkhart and the RV/MH Hall of Fame & Museum. Great place to visit, really interesting. Also, near Shipshewana. Campground has lots of activities: pool, miniature golf, volley ball, fishing pond, big chess set, bike rental, mining area, playground, and rec. hall w/ video games, pool, ping pong, air hockey, and juke box. Nice little store. Dog park. Clean restrooms. Friendly owner and employees. Lots of mature shed trees.
TravelerThe walk to the beach access is a beautiful one, and the beach is astounding! Pet friendly!
TravelerCouple minute walk to the beautiful Lake Michigan beach. Waist deep most areas, waves can get big tho. The campgrounds beach is NOT pet friendly, but there is a flat boardwalk that takes you to a pet friendly area of beach of neighboring Warren dunes state park. Clean easy to locate water/trash/office areas. Friendly staff. They check the loops frequently and keep things tidy. Sandy but drivable roads(be careful in a washout). Flat nice sized lots. Clean bathroom/shower house! (Males and females share showers, could be concerning during busy season). Peaceful and quiet. Loved everything about our trip. (Be warned the camping lots are sand too, you will have sand everywhere! But its worth it!)
Campers looking for pet friendly camping near Bristol, Indiana have several options within 20 miles of this northern Indiana town. Bristol sits at an elevation of 774 feet and experiences seasonal temperature variations from winter lows around 15°F to summer highs averaging 83°F. Spring and fall offer moderate temperatures for camping with less humidity and fewer mosquitoes than the peak summer months.
Trail connections to local parks: At Ebys Pines Campground, trails lead directly to Bonneyville Mill County Park. As camper Angela F. noted, "Trails lead to a local County park - Bonneyville Mill. There's a roller skating rink and laser tag across the street."
Fishing opportunities: Many campgrounds offer fishing ponds or river access for anglers. Derrick P. mentions that Ebys Pines has a dedicated "tent/pop up only section on the river" that provides good access for fishing enthusiasts.
Cultural exploration: The area's Amish heritage creates unique experiences. Staying at Shipshewana North Park Campground lets you experience local culture. Greg D. noted, "You can listen to the clopping of horse hooves as the Amish buggies go by" right from your campsite.
Biking opportunities: The Pumpkinvine Bike Trail is accessible from several campgrounds. Cindy B. who stayed at Shipshewana Trading Place RV Park shared, "We enjoyed our stay, two days of riding on the Pumpkinvine Bike Trail, the Krider Nurseries World's Fair Garden, the RV museum in Elkhart and Mooey's ice cream near Middlebury."
Entertainment options: Elkhart Campground offers multiple activities on-site. Stacy E. mentioned, "Lots of things for the kids to do: swimming, volleyball, mini golf..." making it a convenient base camp with built-in entertainment.
Clean, well-maintained facilities: Campground cleanliness is frequently mentioned in reviews. Jacqueline F. noted about Elkhart Campground, "The campground offers several amenities including basketball, pickle ball, horseshoes, putt-putt, swimming, laundry room, hot showers and a camp store."
Spacious sites in certain areas: While some campgrounds have tight spacing, others offer more room. MickandKarla W. advised about Elkhart Campground, "The front and side sites seemed nicer and had ample shade with some concrete sites," highlighting the importance of site selection.
Unique camping settings: Some campgrounds feature distinctive natural surroundings. Lisa D. who stayed at Shipshewana Trading Place RV Park shared, "Our site was backed up to a horse pasture (in the evening, the horses came over for a quick visit!)"
Train noise affects some locations: Several campgrounds are near active rail lines. As MickandKarla W. noted about Elkhart County Fairgrounds, "If you are allergic to train noise, this is not your place as trains run all day, all night, at regular intervals, and the tracks are adjacent to the FHU campground areas."
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