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Best Campgrounds near Woodburn, IN

330 Reviews

Camping opportunities near Woodburn, Indiana span from established parks to dispersed locations across northeastern Indiana and northwestern Ohio. Several well-maintained campgrounds populate the region, including Johnny Appleseed Campground in Fort Wayne and Chain O' Lakes State Park near Albion. Most developed sites accommodate both tent and RV camping, with some locations like Indian Springs and Kimpels Hickory Acres also offering cabin rentals. These camping areas typically provide electric hookups, water access, and picnic tables, while several feature full amenities including showers, dump stations, and laundry facilities.

The camping season around Woodburn generally runs from April through October, though some sites like Chain O' Lakes and Ouabache State Parks remain open year-round. Reservations are recommended, particularly during summer weekends when sites fill quickly. "This is a great little campground if you are wanting to explore Fort Wayne or are local and want to campout. Easy access to downtown, the Coliseum, IPFW, and shopping," noted one visitor about Johnny Appleseed Campground. Water access varies by location, with several campgrounds situated along rivers or lakes. Weather conditions can change rapidly in this region, with summer temperatures typically ranging from 70-90°F and occasional thunderstorms.

Campground experiences in the Woodburn area feature varying levels of privacy and amenities. Urban camping options like Johnny Appleseed provide convenient access to city attractions while maintaining a natural setting. A review mentioned, "Even though we were close in proximity to each other, everyone remained respectful of the noise and helped each other as much as we could." Most developed campgrounds in the region offer fire rings and allow fires when conditions permit. Water activities represent popular attractions at many sites, particularly at Chain O' Lakes State Park and Woodbrige Campground, where swimming, boating, and fishing enhance the camping experience. Bathroom facilities receive mixed reviews across campgrounds, with Johnny Appleseed earning consistently high marks for cleanliness while other locations draw criticism for maintenance issues.

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Best Camping Sites Near Woodburn, Indiana (81)

    1. Johnny Appleseed Campground

    15 Reviews
    Fort Wayne, IN
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 427-6720

    "Easy access to downtown, the Coliseum, IPFW, and shopping. The River Greenway path cuts right through the park, and there is also a boat launch for the river."

    "For $24, we got a day of drive in spot with electrical + water hook-ups and wifi. The campground is well-maintained and very clean."

    2. Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground

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

    $12 - $80 / night

    "Met up with 18 other skoolies our first Indiana meet. Met great people had a fantastic time. Great park kids swam, showers are clean. Electric at sites but water isn’t but very close by."

    "Chain is perfect for kayaking and canoeing with 9 connected lakes and 11 total. A couple lakes are perfect for boat fishing as long as you have an electric motor only."

    3. chainolakes

    2 Reviews
    Leo, IN
    11 miles

    "Even though we were close in proximity to eachother, everyone remained respectful of the noise and helped eachother as much as we could. Good little camping trip community. Had a great experience"

    4. Indian Springs Campground

    10 Reviews
    Garrett, IN
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 357-5572

    $20 - $89 / night

    5. Woodbrige Campground

    4 Reviews
    Paulding, OH
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 399-2267

    "Lake front sites are hard to come by as most were for permanent sites. The beach and swimming area were very nice. Our boys loved the water slide anchored in the lake to play on."

    "Nice pools and small lake with beach. Place was swarming with sweat bees while we were there"

    6. Pokagon State Park Campground

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

    $16 - $480 / night

    "There's 2 dump stations located in loops 3 & 4. IN THE CAMPGROUND! NEXT TO CAMPSITES!!!!"

    "Pokagon (po KAY gun) has everything from a toboggan run to a lodge to lakes all around...you cannot be bored here. Open year round (limited campgrounds and services in winter)."

    7. River Camp Fort Wayne

    1 Review
    Fort Wayne, IN
    17 miles
    Website

    8. Blue Water Campground

    3 Reviews
    Grover Hill, OH
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 587-3186

    "The pool, ponds, playground and pavillion are all within walking distance from almost any site."

    "Pool, lakes, very dog friendly, activities, food, washer and dryer, showers!"

    9. Ouabache State Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Bluffton, IN
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 824-0926

    $20 - $23 / night

    "The paved bike trail in the park starts near the campground, and connects with a bike trail along the Wabash River that goes into nearby Bluffton, and is an easy ride. "

    "Plenty of trails to hike and a nice little lake to enjoy. Will definitely come back here"

    10. Kimpels Hickory Acres

    1 Review
    Montpelier, OH
    22 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."

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  • M
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Indian Springs Campground

    500 Campsites and ONE BATH HOUSE!

    This campground has around 500 sites and ONLY ONE BATH HOUSE! It is cramped and is full of long term campers. It is geared toward kids with all kinds of bounce houses, etc. It is listed as a reaort but this is no resort. We paid more than the other sites we have stayed at in this area. So sorry we did but we did have trouble finding places in Indiana.

  • S
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Kil-So-Quah - J. Edward Roush Lake

    No Lake access from campground

    Forest settings, electricity for only $15/night. Lots of traffic in and out. A lot of older rigs.

  • Matthew H.
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Art's Country Park

    Arts country Park

    Quiet,kid friendly, fur babies friendly (dogs),nice place, friendly and accommodating staff, fishing and swimming,hot showers and lots of activities in summer 👍

  • Megan M.
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Grand Lake St. Marys State Park — Grand Lake St Marys State Park

    Campground is fine but the lake reeks of POO

    First the good: the campground is big and spacious. Some areas were like RV parking lots- no trees, no shade, but there was a grassy area in the middle with nice big trees and shade. There is a nice pool and splash pad. Weirdly, the pool closed from 4 to 5, leaving us with nowhere to go on a 90+ degree day. 

    Now, the not-so-good: we stayed in a camper cabin and it was very shabby and dirty. It had bunkbeds, a full size fridge, and a folding table and folding chairs, which was nice (and rare in Ohio state park camper cabins). The bathrooms were average. Not new, not especially sparkling clean, but fine. Not gross, at least.

    Now, the terrible: the entire lake stinks of pig poop. All the air smells like poo. You feel like you are breathing feces when you approach the water. We were right on the water so we couldn't escape the smell. 

    This lake is notorious for having algae blooms that prohibit swimming. So I did a google search before our trip and the Ohio Department of Health reports that the bacteria level in this lake is dangerously high, and no one should swim in this lake. However, when we walked to the campground beach, there was no sign or warning or anything indicating the bacteria in the water- and people were letting their children and dogs swim in it!! 

    We opted to not kayak or paddleboard in the lake because it was clear that it was full of poop. So we had nothing to do at the park except go to the pool (it was too hot to do anything else). We ended up driving around the country roads and seeing the sights so we could escape the smelly lake and hot poo fumes. Neil Armstrong was born in nearby Wapakoneta so there are some sights to see there, and the towns of Celina and ? one other are cute too. 

    Overall, I will not return to this lake or this part of the state. If you can't get in the water, paddle board or kayak, the only thing left to do is ride around in a boat and hope the water doesn't get anywhere near your mouth or your skin. No thanks.

  • d
    Aug. 19, 2025

    River Trail Campground II

    Just So-SO

    We stayed 3 nights. Our site was a dirt pads. There are mostly full-time residents. There is the smell of a massive Chicken coup at our site. THERE ARE A TON OF FLIES!!!!! We had flies for days!. We kill 3 and 5 more would pop-up in our trailer. I was so happy to leave this fly infested site. 

    It's very hard for me to give them less than 5 stairs because, everyone was so nice. We had them filled up our propane tanks and they actually brought them to us and hooked them up while we were gone. Someone even brought us wood planks for stabilizing our trailer. However, truth be told…. our spot was horrible-right next to the laundry room in direct sun and it stunk! The women's shower was gross too. ( I ended up, not using their shower room.)

    We never used their pool.

  • Shawna T.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    chainolakes

    Camp out

    I loved how neighborly and extremely kind our camping neighbors were. Even though we were close in proximity to eachother, everyone remained respectful of the noise and helped eachother as much as we could. Good little camping trip community. Had a great experience

  • L
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Johnny Appleseed Campground

    Great location, but no privacy

    The campground is almost in the middle of Fort Wayne. Most of the sites are very close and no vegetation to allow any privacy. On the positive side, the bathrooms were very nice and clean. The staff was also very helpful.

  • Paula S.
    Aug. 11, 2025

    Blue Water Campground

    Our stay at bluewater

    The staff is extremely friendly, and try to accomadate with anything you could need. The campesites are fairly large with gravel pads. They offer water and electric hook-up for 30&50 amps. There is not a sewer hook up but they do offer a weekly pump out for a small fee and a dump station on the way out. The pool, ponds, playground and pavillion are all within walking distance from almost any site.

Guide to Woodburn

Camping near Woodburn, Indiana, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are several campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Biking: Many campgrounds, like Ouabache State Park Campground, have great trails. One visitor mentioned, "The park has great trails for hiking and biking."
  • Kayaking and Canoeing: At Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground, you can paddle through 13 lakes. A camper shared, "Kayaking the 13 lakes can easily last from morning to sundown."
  • Fishing: The lakes around Pokagon State Park Campground are perfect for fishing. One reviewer noted, "There’s a nice dock to tie up your boat."

What campers like:

What you should know:

  • Site Sizes Vary: Not all sites are the same size. A camper at Ouabache State Park Campground noted, "Camp sites are tiny," so check the site descriptions carefully.
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may have fewer amenities. A visitor at Lake Hudson Recreation Area mentioned, "It’s a rustic campground with no water or dump station."
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for noise, especially near busy roads. One camper at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Barton Lake expressed frustration about noise from a nearby highway.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly activities. A parent at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Barton Lake said, "My son had a blast and said this was the best campground he has ever been to."
  • Safety First: Keep an eye on little ones, especially near fire pits. One camper at Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground warned, "My youngest isn’t even 2 and is accident-prone."
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A visitor at Harrison Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "We had a great time cooking and enjoying meals together."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Accessibility: Make sure your RV can fit in the site. A reviewer at Pokagon State Park Campground advised, "Some sites can accommodate larger rigs, most can't."
  • Bring Extension Cords: Electrical hookups can be far from your site. A camper at Lake Hudson Recreation Area noted, "Make sure you have extension cords!"
  • Watch for Dump Stations: Know where the dump stations are located. A visitor at Ebys Pines mentioned, "There was a nearby dumpster that was overflowing."

Camping near Woodburn, Indiana, has something for everyone. With a little planning and the right campground, you can have a great outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Woodburn, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, Woodburn, IN offers a wide range of camping options, with 81 campgrounds and RV parks near Woodburn, IN and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Woodburn, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Woodburn, IN is Johnny Appleseed Campground with a 3.9-star rating from 15 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Woodburn, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Woodburn, IN.

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