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    Camping options near De Motte, Indiana include a variety of established campgrounds catering to RV travelers, tent campers, and those seeking cabin accommodations. Lake Holiday Camping Resort and Oak Lake RV Resort provide full-hookup options within close proximity to the town, while Love's RV Stop offers convenient overnight access for travelers along Interstate 65. Most campgrounds in the area feature amenities such as electric hookups, water access, and shower facilities, with several properties including lakes or ponds for recreation.

    Seasonal operations affect availability at many campgrounds in the De Motte region, with most facilities operating from April through October. "We originally booked August 22-25, extended to the 29th & then lucked into staying through Labor Day weekend," noted one camper about their flexible stay at Oak Lake RV Resort. Winter camping options are limited, though Love's RV Stop remains open year-round for travelers needing overnight accommodations. Terrain throughout the area is generally flat and accessible, with paved roads leading to most established campgrounds. Cell phone coverage is reliable throughout the region, and major shopping centers are available in nearby communities for supplies and provisions.

    Campers report varying experiences at the developed campgrounds near De Motte. Oak Lake RV Resort receives positive reviews for its family-friendly atmosphere, swimming lake, and helpful staff, though recent management changes have affected policies regarding tent camping. Pioneer Family Campground offers spacious sites with natural surroundings but features more basic amenities and bathroom facilities. Several visitors noted that Lake Holiday Camping Resort primarily caters to seasonal campers with permanent setups, creating a tight-knit community atmosphere that may feel unwelcoming to transient campers. For those seeking proximity to natural attractions, Indiana Dunes National Park and State Park campgrounds are located approximately 60 miles north, offering access to Lake Michigan shorelines and diverse ecosystems.

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      1. Oak Lake RV Resort

      4.0(8)7mi from De MotteRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Things changed for me I had surgery and couldn’t sit up the camper so we decided to find a camp site close to home this year."

      "Pulled in as the sun was coming down after a looong day of driving. Our site was right next to the playground and my kids had a blast swinging, climbing, and jumping while we set up camp."

      from $55 - $160 / night

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      2. Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park

      4.3(128)34mi from De Motte67 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "There’s tons of trails to do along the lakeshore and none are really far from one another. I grew up in NWI so I didn’t camp in Indiana often but I did here and loved it!"

      "General: Dunewood campground is located within Indiana Dunes National Park, established in 2019 (The national seashore was established in the 1960s)."

      from $25 / night

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      3. Love's RV Stop-Demotte IN 394

      4.5(4)5mi from De MotteRVs

      "I will definitely check out other Loves RV locations when traveling. Good value and secure. I recommend registering ahead of time if possible."

      from $35 - $599 / night

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      4. Pioneer Family Campground

      3.7(3)10mi from De MotteRVs, Tents, Cabins

      from $35 - $65 / night

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      5. Indiana Dunes State Park Campground

      4.6(52)33mi from De Motte138 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "The most beautiful state park in Indiana IMO."

      "The campground although nearly full was relatively calm and quiet. Unlike the craziness of other Indiana state parks I have visited."

      from $50 / night

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      6. Sun Aura

      4.0(1)8mi from De MotteRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We had to park in a nearby parking space because our site was surrounded by other sites and common area. There is no electric in "tent city" either, but it is near the roundhouse and showers."

      from $35 - $200 / night

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      7. Lake Holiday Camping Resort

      1.5(2)5mi from De MotteRVs, Tents
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      8. Tippecanoe River State Park Campground

      4.2(30)31mi from De Motte188 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Trails and the river close by. Bathrooms are phenomenal!! Enjoy!"

      "I had picked THAT weekend because there was free fishing for Indiana residents & my friend wanted to take her 2 young boys fishing & camping. We caught nothing."

      from $14 - $55 / night

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      9. Cedar Lake Ministries RV Park

      4.5(2)18mi from De MotteRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "You have access to the perks of the conference grounds I clouding access to a small private beach on the lake, canoes and kayaks, life jackets, and a rec room when open."

      "Nature trails and of course Cedar Lake. People seemed friendly."

      from $45 - $55 / night

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      10. Lakeshore Camp Resort

      2.8(18)27mi from De MotteRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "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."

      from $49 - $57 / night

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    • Jeremy B.
      Jul. 21, 2026

      EZ Kamp

      Good campground, but right on the highway

      The campground is right off of US-30 and IN-23 so pretty convent other than due to construction on 30 right now. But being right off of a major US highway it can be a little noisy. Short term sites are just grass but pretty close to level side to side. Think I had to raise door side like an inch. Water pressure was okay but drops during the day. At about 600 PM I was struggling to get more than 40psi even with regulator all the way open. I don’t think it is worth $65 a night but there are more expensive options closer to Plymouth

    • EThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 17, 2026

      Lakeshore Camp Resort

      looks like a dump at first glance but found out it’s storm damage

      Trailer was nice plenty to do. A lot of seasonal sites. was a pleasant enough stay. Looks like a converted Yogi Bear campground. A lot of storm damage around the campground. Pools were clean, bathrooms and shower houses are a bit dated but clean. They are about every 5 rows/streets. You can rent golf carts which seems the main mode of transportation. Nice rowboat lake with a beach for swimming. Small fast food restaurant small menu weird hours and more expensive that your normal fast food places. All in all it was a nice place and activities are plenty close to Chicago and one of the closest, also very close to the Indiana Dunes and Lake Michigan.

    • Matthew C.
      Jul. 16, 2026

      Central Avenue Walk-in Sites — Indiana Dunes National Park

      Beautiful but Needs Some Love

      We stayed a Thursday and Friday night in July 2026 on site 1. We did need to head to the Welcome Center for a piece of paper to display on your dash so that we can park in the parking lot. There isn't a National Park entrance to access the site, you just park in a parking lot that a park ranger at the visitors center told us was owned and operated by the town and not the park service. There was an area of reserved parking for those camping at the walk-in sites. 

      There is a decent sandy hill that you need to go up to access the site, which really wasn't bad. The site itself was heavily wooded and secluded. It is fairly sandy, but there was a nice spot to set up the tent that was grassy. The mosquitos were aggressive, but a little Deep Woods Off and they left us along mostly. We got to the site and there was trash and cigarette butts scattered around that we had to clean up. I discovered the first night that a contributing factor to some of the trash is most likely a sizeable and bold raccoon that was not afraid of us, and both nights came wandering into our campsite looking for food while we were sitting there.

      Additionally, the fire pit has probably not been cleaned out in years, since it was filled to the top with ash. With this being a wooded site, this could increase the risk of a fire getting out of the pit. 

      We were at site 1, so heading to the port-o-potty was fine and it was well kept. The beach was about 3-5 minutes walking. However, the bathrooms and outdoor shower were all "Closed for the Season". There were a couple port-o-pottys there, but they were not in as good of shape as the one near the campground. There was also a ton of trash in that bathroom building area, which was disappointing to see.

    • Sarah L.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 16, 2026

      Caboose Lake Campground

      I’d stay there again

      Chris likes to run a tight ship, but she has a good heart. There are so many activities in the summer for kids it’s non stop action and for the adults it’s usually just a chill by the fire or lakeside kind of of place. I’m a heavy sleeper so the highway traffic doesn’t bother me one bit!

    • Kathy B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 29, 2026

      Indiana Dunes State Park Campground

      Amateur hour

      Nicely laid out campground with mature trees. Level sites. All with electric hookups. Was greeted by very kind person at the booth. You need to know that on Sundays check-in is until 5 PM as campers from the weekend have until 5 PM to vacate their sites. Of course you can check in early if they leave. The way the campground is laid out, there are no pass that lead to the bathrooms. Therefore, people are constantly cutting through your site to get to their restrooms.

    • sThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 29, 2026

      Indiana Dunes State Park Campground

      Beautiful location and great campground!

      Nice sites, well spaced. Campground is well maintained with nice bathrooms and showers (we were there after a massive storm in early June and there had been some flooding in the bathrooms). From the campsite, walk through the forest and Dunes to the beautiful beach. Our dog was in heaven!

    • CThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 18, 2026

      Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park

      Great Location and Camp Hosts

      Clean facilities, great camp hosts, and can’t beat the location. Campsites have a fire pit and table. One of the few spots to stay in the area.

      Bring bug spray

    Guide to De Motte

    Camping options near De Motte, Indiana range from small family campgrounds to larger state park facilities within driving distance. The region features generally flat terrain with sandy soil in some areas, particularly near water features. Seasonal variations affect campsite availability, with most campgrounds operating from April through October, though some like Love's RV Stop remain open year-round.

    What to do

    Swimming and water recreation: At Oak Lake RV Resort, campers enjoy the swimming lake with an obstacle course. "Pond swimming & obstacle course, movies on our inflatable screen, golf cart glow parades, s'mores, homemade campfire pizzas & endless family memories," reports one visitor who extended their stay through Labor Day weekend.

    Hiking trails: Nearby Tippecanoe River State Park Campground offers multiple trails accessible from the campground. "There's some trails that can be accessed from the campground- Trails 1,3,4&5," notes a camper. Another visitor mentions, "There is a firetower, which is fun for the kids and the hike to get there is short."

    Fishing opportunities: Several campgrounds provide fishing access. Pioneer Family Campground has a pond for fishing, and one visitor to Last Resort Campground mentioned they "had a great site that allowed us to fish and be right across the street from the site!"

    What campers like

    Clean facilities: Many campers prioritize well-maintained bathrooms. At Pioneer Family Campground, one reviewer noted, "Bathrooms are clean but small." Another camper at Oak Lake RV Resort mentioned, "Staff was extremely helpful as this was our first trip with the new camper. Was very quiet. Clean shower and bathroom."

    Spacious sites: Site size varies significantly between campgrounds. Pioneer Family Campground receives praise for its "large sites" with one camper noting, "One if the largest tent sites I've been on." Another mentioned, "Beautiful, tranquil, serene" with "large sites, tents, RVs, groups, Pavilion available for rent."

    Family-friendly atmosphere: Last Resort Campground stands out for its activities. "They had laser tag, candy parade, crafts etc..." reported one visitor. Another mentioned, "One highlight, especially for kids is the Saturday night golf cart parade. After dark the campers with golf carts do a parade around the campground and toss candy."

    What you should know

    Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds near De Motte require reservations, especially during peak summer months. At Love's RV Stop, "We reserved and checked in online," noted one camper, adding that it's "new, gated and has basic amenities like a General store, Dog park and basketball court and tennis ball court."

    Site privacy variations: Privacy between sites varies significantly. At Last Resort Campground, one camper mentioned, "Spaces are TIGHT on the full hook up side. We have a 21' and hardly got in. We were super close to fellow campers." They added that "on the other side of the grounds around the pond (electric only) sites were much bigger and secluded."

    Seasonal policy changes: Management changes can affect camping policies. A reviewer at Oak Lake RV Resort pointed out, "This campground was bought out by Zeeman and just announced that tents and pop up campers are NOT allowed." Always check current policies before booking.

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground access: For families with children, sites near playgrounds offer convenience. At Tippecanoe River State Park, "sites 2,3,4,6,&7 have direct access to a playground & you can watch your children from your site. All the interior sites by comfort station B have direct access to the playground from your site & you can watch your children from your site."

    Beach alternatives: When Lake Michigan beaches get crowded, consider smaller water features at campgrounds. At Oak Lake RV Resort, one camper noted their site "was right next to the playground and my kids had a blast swinging, climbing, and jumping while we set up camp."

    Bug preparation: Insect protection is essential, particularly in warmer months. At Tippecanoe River State Park, one camper warned, "Worst place for mosquitoes," while another advised, "The mosquitos get bad in the summer, so come prepared. We camped the end of May & they were just getting going. Spring & late fall would be a good time to visit."

    Tips from RVers

    Full hookup availability: Water and electric access varies between campgrounds. At Cedar Lake Ministries RV Park, a camper noted, "sites are full hookup," and they appreciated "a nice bathhouse which has a key pad handle which made me feel safe while showering."

    Site leveling considerations: Terrain affects how easy it is to level RVs. At Love's RV Stop, one camper mentioned their "pull thru site was pretty level," while at Cedar Lake Ministries, sites are described as "well kept."

    Large rig accessibility: Not all campgrounds accommodate larger RVs. Last Resort Campground presents challenges as one camper noted, "We have a 21' and hardly got in," while Love's RV Stop is designed for easy access with a camper reporting it offers "Easy in and out with all the basics plus a nice convenient store and fuel."

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Which is the most popular campground near De Motte, IN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near De Motte, IN is Oak Lake RV Resort with a 4-star rating from 8 reviews.

    What parks are near De Motte, IN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 parks near De Motte, IN that allow camping, notably Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and Indiana Dunes National Park.

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