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Muncie RV Resort's designated dog park offers campers a pet-friendly destination near Gaston, Indiana. This full-service campground features water, electric, and sewer hookups while welcoming pets throughout the property. The off-leash area provides space for dogs to exercise after traveling, with many campers noting the clean facilities and well-maintained grounds. Summit Lake State Park Campground also accommodates pets at all sites, though dogs are not permitted on the beach sand. Both locations provide picnic tables and fire rings at each site, with gravel pads for RVs and grassy areas suitable for tent camping. Prairie Creek Park and Mounds State Park round out the pet-friendly options in the area, each offering electric hookups and drinking water. Local campgrounds are searchable through The Dyrt's listings.
Hiking trails throughout these campgrounds accommodate leashed pets, with Summit Lake State Park offering multiple pet-friendly pathways through wooded terrain. The White River Campground provides river access where dogs can cool off during summer months, though they must remain on leash when outside designated pet areas. Campers report that most sites include ample space for pet exercise, with the large lawns at Summit Lake particularly suitable for dogs needing room to stretch. Nearby Pet supply stores can be found in Anderson and Muncie, both within 20 minutes of most campgrounds. Weather considerations include summer heat, when early morning or evening walks prove most comfortable for pets. Many campgrounds enforce quiet hours after 11pm, which helps manage barking and other noise concerns.
"Nice state park in Indiana. Only offering electric hook up. Water locations could block traffic if camper does not park accurately. Store at Check in offered necessities. Hiking trails were nice."
"This is a nice state park outside of Anderson In. It has nice walking trails and is on the White river. There is a gorgeous swimming pool. The bath house is clean, but not the best."
from $20 - $42 / night
Check Availability"Beautiful lake for kayaking! If you don’t owe a kayak or canoe, they offer rentals. All sites are gravel with mature trees if you want shade or full sun. Pet friendly."
"Very large camping spots with huge lawns away from lake; This spot was #53. lakeside camping a little more packed in but more shade. Reserve early!"
from $20 - $42 / night
Check Availability"Good size playground, jump pad, and off-leash"dog park" available as well.
On AT&T, I typically had 2 bars and no problem streaming music or browsing Facebook."
"Perfect example of this park...my husband and I were quickly becoming homeless and with 2 cat's needed someplace to go fast!"
from $24 - $1100 / night
Check Availability"My husband and I and our 2 dogs stayed 4 nights at the campground for an event. Right outside of Hartford city you never know what to expect."
"This was our second stay here…campground is surrounded by corn fields but park itself is quite picturesque with mature trees, a lake, and very well-manicured grounds."
"We were visiting by staff shortly after getting settled and told to put my highly trained border-jack on a leash even though she was at the time laying on my bed inside the tent which was zipped closed"
"First of all it's very clean which is surprising for Indiana. Back up to the river. Great views. Free hot showers! Quiet. Feels secluded though close to town. Good price too."
"White River Campground is a county owned park within 15 minutes small town Indiana (Cicero) complete with a small town grocery and dollar general. Within 20 minutes or Walmart and Grocery stores."
from $16 - $37 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $36 / night
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ScoutWe stayed here on our way to Maine and loved the campground so much we chose to stay again on our way back. Everything was clean and well maintained, staff was very friendly and helpful. The pup loved the dog park.
TravelerI stayed with full hookups, but no cable (don't need it, so don't know if it's available) and we weren't close enough to connect to the WIFI (only close enough to occasionally see 1 bar pop up).
Friendly folks, catch and release fishing pond, and a pond with beach for swimming. Good size playground, jump pad, and off-leash"dog park" available as well.
On AT&T, I typically had 2 bars and no problem streaming music or browsing Facebook. My fellow travelers, on Sprint, said they had poor reception. I'm guessing 1 bar.
Worth noting that my wife said the water pressure in the shower house was fairly low. (I shower in the camper, so can't comment.) Water pressure was fine at our site, though. Also worth noting that many of the back-in sites can be pull-through if you get there when it's not busy.
TravelerI return to Salamonie River State Forest year after year because it truly feels like Northeast Indiana’s best-kept secret. This 21‑site primitive campground offers peaceful seclusion, 4 pit toilets, and two water sources—including a spring‑fed spigot with crisp, cold, delicious drinking water. I’ve stayed at several sites, with Site 18 and Site 20 as favorites. Tent‑friendly, small camper-friendly, pet‑friendly, and just $15/night, it sits beside horse trails, hiking routes, and great fishing. A small campground with big shine—highly recommended.
GuideThe beach was clean and fun. Not very busy when we were there, which was nice. We stayed on Campsite 208. Nice size campsite, which good shade. The campsite did have a bigger than expected slope, but nothing horrible. Some campsite s looked amazing and others looked to be in major need of some TLC. Most of the campsites were in need of a fresh layer of gravel for their parking pads. The restrooms were clean, and the hot water was plentiful for my shower. It would have been nice if there were pet station placed around the campground to make it easy for dog walkers to rid themselves of their full poop bags and to provide folks a place to get poop bags if they forgot to bring some. Overall a great weekend.
ScoutWe camped here several time last year(2017). We had great experiences each time. Beautiful lake for kayaking! If you don’t owe a kayak or canoe, they offer rentals.
All sites are gravel with mature trees if you want shade or full sun. Pet friendly. Nice playgrounds for the kids or grandkids. Very nice beach area. Wonderful hiking trails and offer a variety of programs/activities.
LegendRanger Review: Grubstick at Holiday KOA Greenfield, Indiana. Campground Review: So, I’ve said it before, KOA’s are not my kind of camping. However I find myself once again with a KOA yearly membership. Why? Because several of the people whom I camp with enjoy the WiFi and other perks of staying at a KOA. I met my brother and his wife at the Holiday KOA https://koa.com/campgrounds/indianapolis/ right outside Indianapolis, Indiana for a very wet tent camp out. I towed my redneck “tent platform” and brought along plenty of tarpage. No kayak, the weather actually dipped into the high thirty’s and I am not a cold weather kayaker. Perks of this KOA are a very nice playground and wading pool area. So if you have younger children, ideal for you. There is a nice size dog park and you can get a nice walk in around the campground. They have delivery style pizza right on site and some planned activities on weekends. There is the aforementioned WiFi and the latrine is newer but lacking in hooks ( I’m a big hook person, where else am I supposed to hang my bathroom bag and clothes while showering or grooming at the sink?) The other issue with the latrine is there is only ONE for the entire campground. This is a nice size campground and it can be a good hike from the backside to the latrine, I know this because I had to make that hike more then once. The other issue with that is not everyone is willing to walk that far when they need to go, so where do you suppose they take care of their business? .... exactly! And then there’s my same old complaint of they fit a camper or tent into every square meter of this park, it can get very full and crowded. Excuse me while I look in your window or can over hear every word you say. Holiday was very well maintained to the point of mowing while I’m trying to set up my area and blowing grass all over everything, please don’t run over my dog...Otherwise we had fun looking for area happenings and shopping. I visited Fort Harrison State Park which was nearby. Product Review: As a Dyrt Ranger I get the opportunity on occasion to review outdoor oriented products. I had the chance to try out Grubstick https://grubstick.com/ and I can say I was excited! I am a campfire cooking kind of person and have tried out many contraptions, the Grubstick is a long time in coming. I say that because this ain’t your grandma’s wiener roasting stick or your moms wicked pointed metal fork that can put your eye out or trip you when it slides down the side of the chair leg. The most phenomenal part of the Grubstick is that the handle is.....RETRACTABLE!!! No more wedging the fork in the most inconvenient place or trying to fit it in your cooking box. The handle when not expanded can fit easily into your pocket, day pack, backpack, fannypack !!! To me that is AWESOME!! Revolutionary! Seems to be sturdier then ones I’ve seen in camp stores. Along with the handle comes two attachments and a easy open handle in a nice, durable carry bag, LOVE IT. Christmas gifts all around! And this was before I checked it out. I have two “sets” and unfortunately one of the sticks broke after only a few retractions and extensions. Perhaps I was too vigorous in my extension technique? So carefully extend your grubstick when using. Otherwise it worked like a dream! And the other stick had no issues, so maybe just a flaw in that one stick? I haven’t contacted the company yet, but I will see how they are about returns or replacements. I roasted some sausages and we toasted some marshmallows for s’mores. The pack up was easy too, nice carry bag to put it all in, I usually carry or reuse a freezer type bag for “dirty” silverware etc. I removed the fork head off the Grubstick and it went right in. No MESS! No Long Pointy Stick with goo at the end to wrap and store. Love it! I didn’t use the Grubstick basket while camping so I pulled it out at the house to add some footage and testing. If Grubstickadds a pie pan attachment, I’m one of the first in line to get it!! Happy Camp Cooking ;)
TravelerStyed here with the grandkids and we all had a great time. Nice playgrounds and a pool with lots of water features for the kids. (Not really an adult's pool, but that's ok by me) They loved petting and feeding the horses. Campsites were large. We even had an ice cream and watched a movie in the activities hall. Really enjoyed our time there.
GuideI've traveled across the US and this is the best campground I've stayed in. First of all it's very clean which is surprising for Indiana. Back up to the river. Great views. Free hot showers! Quiet. Feels secluded though close to town. Good price too. Free wifi that worked so well we could both work online and stream TV! It does not get any better. Dog friendly. Nice playground for the kids. Fire circles and clean picnic tables at each site. If I lived here, I'd come here often. Great place. Walking and biking trails. Canoeing and kayaking. Historic bridge.
ScoutVery large camping spots with huge lawns away from lake; This spot was #53. lakeside camping a little more packed in but more shade. Reserve early! Cute beach was easy to get to, allowed dogs (not on sand). Park program happened while we were there - very educational. Highly professionally run, tight security and ample parking. No sparklers. Water lines close to campsites. Wal-Mart close, large Cabelas 45 mins away. Would stay again!
Nestled in east-central Indiana, Gaston sits within a region of gently rolling landscapes at around 900 feet above sea level. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures often reaching the mid-80s and winter temperatures dropping below freezing. Local campgrounds typically remain open from April through October, with a few offering year-round accommodations.
Hiking historic trails: At Mounds State Park Campground, trails wind through archaeologically significant areas. "Very nice trails. Awesome visitors center. The campground is right next to a local airport. Not terrible, but can be noisy. Can also be entertaining!" notes Keith P., who appreciates the park's historical significance.
Fishing opportunities: Prairie Creek Park offers anglers good catches in clean waters. Daniel says it's "great fishing, clean lake," making this an ideal spot for campers who want to incorporate fishing into their camping trip. The lake is stocked regularly and supports several species of fish.
Swimming options: When temperatures rise, Summit Lake State Park Campground provides relief with its beach area. "There is a large lake that one could enjoy fishing on," mentions Lisa M., who also noted the "great hiking trails in the area." The swimming area includes a designated section with a sandy beach and gradual entry point.
River access: For water lovers, White River Campground connects directly to the waterway. "There is a ramp into the river right there, trails, clean. I love this place and feel completely safe," shares Glenda S. The river access point accommodates small watercraft and provides a spot for wading during warmer months.
Clean facilities: Muncie RV Resort receives consistent praise for maintenance. "The park is clean and quiet. Staff is very nice and accommodating. Love the guy that brought me firewood, he just kept it coming," reports Grant, highlighting the personal service that enhances the camping experience.
Spacious sites: Many campers appreciate room to spread out at White River Campground. "The sites are spacious, the water, sewer, and electric are good. All sites are paved, grounds are great to walk, campground people are nice," according to Kristen S. Sites average 30-40 feet in width, providing comfortable separation between camping parties.
Diverse terrain options: Summit Lake offers variety in campsite settings. "Sites 1 through 74 seem to be a lot more level and larger, but they were in a sort of an open area with very little shade. The rest of the sites were fairly unlevel, but were in shaded areas," observes Lisa M., giving campers options based on their preferences.
Wildlife viewing: The natural areas surrounding Mounds State Park support diverse wildlife. "The hikes around the mounds and park are well laid out and the boardwalk is very interesting. Spray on an extra layer of bug juice because they are thick," advises Shelly S., suggesting morning and evening hours offer the best wildlife spotting opportunities.
Airport proximity: Some campgrounds near Gaston are close to small airfields. "It is right next to a small craft airfield so it can get noisy at times and there is little wind protection," Michelle M. mentions about Mounds State Park. The small planes typically operate during daylight hours, with reduced activity on weekdays.
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