Best Campgrounds near Geneva, IN

Campgrounds in the vicinity of Geneva, Indiana range from state parks to private facilities, with multiple options for camping accommodations. Ouabache State Park Campground, located near Bluffton, provides tent and RV camping with electric hookups and reservable sites. KOA Campground Bluffton offers additional amenities including cabin rentals and glamping options. The region includes several established campgrounds within a 25-mile radius, with most offering water and electric hookups, though fewer provide sewer connections at individual sites.

Access to campgrounds near Geneva varies seasonally, with several facilities operating year-round while others maintain limited schedules. Ouabache State Park and KOA Bluffton remain open throughout the year, while Wildwood Outdoor Escape operates from mid-April to mid-October. "The campground comfort stations are heated all winter long," noted one camper about Ouabache State Park, highlighting its appeal for off-season camping. Most campgrounds in the area require reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holidays. Road access is generally good with paved approaches, though some sites can experience flooding after heavy rains, especially at lower elevations near water features.

Campers consistently mention the recreational opportunities beyond basic camping at area facilities. Ouabache State Park features hiking and biking trails, a bison exhibit, and ranger programs that enhance the camping experience. Several visitors highlighted the trail system, with one noting, "Love all the trails here, lots of options for how long of a hike you want to take!" River Trail Campground offers a swimming pool and fishing pond that draws families with children. Amenities vary significantly between public and private campgrounds, with KOA and Wildwood providing more developed facilities like pools and recreation centers, while state park campgrounds tend to offer more natural settings with varying levels of site privacy. Campground reviews consistently mention issues with site spacing and layout at some locations, with specific complaints about sites being positioned too close to roads or lacking adequate shade.

Best Camping Sites Near Geneva, Indiana (70)

    1. Ouabache State Park Campground

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

    $20 - $30 / 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"

    2. KOA Campground Bluffton

    4 Reviews
    Bluffton, IN
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 824-0127

    3. River Trail Campground II

    6 Reviews
    Celina, OH
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 795-1400

    $45 - $100 / night

    "Nice lake, you can bring golf carts nice size camping lots. We will go back again great experience beautiful place."

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

    14 Reviews
    St. Marys, OH
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 394-3611

    "friendly staff, very clean restrooms, playground, could not swim in the water due to contamination which they have spent millions to repair and is slowly on the up and up, not too far from town, surrounded"

    "Great location of pull through sites for families with kids because of proximity to playground. This will be a regular spot for us in the coming years."

    5. Wildwood Outdoor Escape

    3 Reviews
    Hartford City, IN
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 348-2100

    "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."

    6. Kil-So-Quah - J. Edward Roush Lake

    11 Reviews
    Huntington, IN
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 468-2165

    "It was very relaxing and I also enjoyed walking on different paths to enjoy nature as it was. I would highly recommend this campground to anyone. It is also family friended"

    "Kil-so-qauh, used to be a little hidden gem right outside of town but has turned into quite a popular place, but for good reason."

    7. Mendenhall RV MHP

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    Bluffton, IN
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 824-5365

    8. Kilsoquah Camp

    7 Reviews
    Huntington, IN
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 468-2165

    $12 - $15 / night

    "Some sites around the back are more private than others. There are not trails to hike but some space to bike. Access to the lake is quite a distance from the actual campground."

    "We found a cozy camp site along the back ring near the river.

    We didn’t have a view but there was an area to go walk over to that had a very picturesque."

    9. Johnny Appleseed Campground

    15 Reviews
    Fort Wayne, IN
    37 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."

    10. Summit Lake State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    Mooreland, IN
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 766-5873

    $20 - $32 / night

    "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!"

    "Many of the campsites are right near the water with lake view. Fishing is fun too with a dock within short walking distance of most campsites."

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Recent Reviews near Geneva, IN

240 Reviews of 70 Geneva Campgrounds


  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    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.

  • Rebecca H.
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Wapakoneta KOA

    Out Standing

    Wonderful facility! Pool, pool table, games for kids and adults. The grounds are beautiful and the staff is super friendly and helpful! Oh and in the laundry room they even have a sink for washing dishes! Great for tent campers ar those with small units that don't have kitchens.

  • 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 👍

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 29, 2025

    Summit Lake State Park Campground

    Peaceful park and great hiking trails

    Although we only spent one night here during the week, the campground seemed very peaceful and quiet, even though there were quite a few campers. 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. I would think a rig more than 31 or 32 feet long would have difficulty maneuvering around the curve at the end of the second loop. We are a 30ft. Fifth wheel and it was pretty tight for us. Lots of trees. The showers were your typical camp showers not great but not horrible. There was a large lake that one could enjoy fishing on. Also some great hiking trails in the area.

  • 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.


Guide to Geneva

Camping near Geneva, Indiana, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled weekend, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Kayaking and Fishing: Many campers enjoy the chance to kayak on the lakes. One visitor at Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground mentioned, "Kayaking the 13 lakes can easily last from morning to sundown." This park is perfect for those who love water activities.
  • Hiking Trails: Explore the trails at Mounds State Park Campground. A reviewer said, "The trails are great for hiking and running," making it a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts.
  • Wildlife Watching: At Ouabache State Park Campground, you can see bison and other wildlife. One camper noted, "The bison exhibit and ranger programs are great too."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Indian Lake State Park Campground said, "Clean restrooms and showers. Plenty of shade."
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the roomy campsites. A reviewer at Grand Lake St. Marys State Park mentioned, "The site has a large side and backyard with a great view of the lake."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of the staff. One camper at Johnny Appleseed Campground said, "Easy in and out, good electric service, water at the site, good Verizon signal, easy dump station access, and friendly camp hosts."

What you should know

  • Reservation System: Some campgrounds have a tricky online reservation system. A camper at Indian Lake State Park Campground noted, "The online reservation system is clumsy to use at best."
  • Noise Levels: Be prepared for noise, especially on weekends. A visitor at Natural Springs Resort mentioned, "Golf cart parade start around 6:00 and continue into the evening."
  • Water Quality: Some campgrounds have issues with water quality. A camper at Ouabache State Park Campground said, "The potable water is brown and smelly... be sure to bring your water filter!"

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose the Right Campsite: Look for sites that offer privacy and space. A family at Summit Lake State Park Campground enjoyed, "Several campsites offer full shade and most are level."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to bring kayaks or bikes for family fun. One camper at Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground said, "We took kayaks and had a good time."
  • Check for Amenities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds or swimming areas. A visitor at Grand Lake St. Marys State Park mentioned, "The playground could definitely use some upkeep."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Dayton KOA Holiday said, "Plenty of length for our 45’ fifth wheel and dually truck."
  • Look for Full Hookups: Many RVers prefer sites with full hookups. A camper at Natural Springs Resort noted, "Full service campground. 30, 50 amp full hook ups."
  • Be Ready for Crowds: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially during holidays. A visitor at Indian Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "No one seemed to care about the 10 pm quiet time."

Camping around Geneva, Indiana, has something for everyone, from families to RVers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Geneva, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, Geneva, IN offers a wide range of camping options, with 70 campgrounds and RV parks near Geneva, IN and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Geneva, IN?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Geneva, IN is Ouabache State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 12 reviews.

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

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Geneva, IN.