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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Lafayette, IN

338 Reviews

Prophetstown State Park Campground provides pet-friendly camping options across both full hookup and electric-only sites. The campground features spacious, partially shaded sites where pets must remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet at all times. Accommodation options include tent camping on gravel pads and RV sites with full hookups including water, electric, and sewer connections. Several other pet-friendly options near Lafayette include Wolf's Leisure Time Campground, Big Fish-n-Camp Ground, and AOK Campground, all offering various amenities for campers with pets. The bathhouse and restroom facilities at Prophetstown remain consistently clean even when the campground is at full capacity. Sites throughout the park book up quickly, especially on weekends, requiring reservations months in advance for prime camping seasons.

Paved trails throughout Prophetstown State Park provide excellent options for walking dogs, with a 5-mile bike path winding through prairie landscapes to where the Wabash and Tippecanoe Rivers meet. Dogs must stay on designated trails and are not permitted in the water park area or farm facilities. The campground's proximity to Lafayette (about 30 minutes away) provides convenient access to veterinary services and pet supply stores if needed. Turkey Run State Park, located about an hour south, offers additional pet-friendly camping with more wooded terrain and hiking opportunities. The full hookup sites at Prophetstown feature more mature trees and shade compared to the newer electric-only sites in the Savanna Loop which have younger trees. Park rangers patrol regularly, enforcing pet policies and maintaining the family-friendly atmosphere.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Lafayette, Indiana (51)

    1. Prophetstown State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Battle Ground, IN
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 567-4919

    $30 - $42 / night

    "Prophetstown State Park is located between Lafayette and Battleground, IN. It proved to be a lovely place to stay. We parked in Spruce Loop which had spacious sites and full hookups."

    "Well kept and clean area in the plains of Indiana. Great amnesties for the area such as a new, large public pool and a few hiking and biking trails."

    2. Wolfs Leisure Time Campground

    7 Reviews
    Buck Creek, IN
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 589-8089

    "Right next to the river for fishing. They have a little arcade hall, have bingo, a swimming pool, basketball court."

    "Pretty spots by the river but best for adults only trips as there is a step ledge. Lots of other areas too away from the Wabash and they have a campsore and game room to that the kids to."

    3. Big Fish-n-Camp Ground

    5 Reviews
    Lafayette, IN
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 296-2346

    "It was tucked all the way at the back of the second pond and surrounded by trees and a cornfield. We scored the most private area for sure."

    "This location doesn’t have “sites” unless you’re using a camper/RV."

    4. Ross Camp

    4 Reviews
    Otterbein, IN
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 463-2306

    "close to Ross Park. A little chapel. This is a relax campground for those not into all the hiking if you just want to sit by your fire. A few primitive sites. No alcohol allowed."

    5. AOK Campground

    2 Reviews
    Lafayette, IN
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 474-5030

    6. Wabash & Erie Canal Park

    5 Reviews
    Delphi, IN
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 564-2870

    $30 - $45 / night

    "When we came down the road to the CG we were unsure of the CG location, but it is located right behind the interpretive/conference center building."

    "With miles of bike trails it is easy to see everything without having to drive. With only a handful of sites but far enough off the beaten path it's not crowded."

    7. Crawfordsville KOA

    14 Reviews
    Crawfordsville, IN
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 230-0965

    "Pet friendly; counted three cats and a dog in the office when I checked in. Was given the option of choosing my site out of the seven available for my reservation."

    "Great pool and a place to let your dog run! The cabin we stayed in had so much privacy and was adorable! We love this KOA and can't wait to go back!"

    8. Turkey Run State Park Campground

    71 Reviews
    Marshall, IN
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 597-2635

    $20 - $32 / night

    "Turkey Run is my all time favorite State Park in Indiana. It has great camping with both reserved and walk up options (get there early for walk up options)."

    "Turkey Run is arguably the most popular campground (and state park) in Indiana and has its pros and cons."

    9. Sugar Creek Campground and Canoe Rental LLC

    11 Reviews
    Crawfordsville, IN
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 362-5528

    $30 - $45 / night

    "There are few trails looping around for the walks. Most of tent sites got shade. Rv sites all seem to be level, although kind of close together. Nice and clean bathrooms and shower facility."

    "The campsite it very spacious and there’s a decent amount of distance between each site. Sites by the river are especially nice."

    10. Broadview Lake and Campground

    2 Reviews
    Frankfort, IN
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 324-2622

    "Majority of the lots are permanent Indiana residents but the option for an impromptu night of camping here is always open."

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338 Reviews of 51 Lafayette Campgrounds

  • Baylee W.
    Aug. 23, 2020

    Wolfs Leisure Time Campground

    Nice, quiet

    Nice little campground. Camping spots are kinda close together. Right next to the river for fishing. They have a little arcade hall, have bingo, a swimming pool, basketball court. We were busy with kids activities so we didn’t really get to enjoy the park a whole lot but staff seemed friendly. They allow golf carts, but not electric scooters. Just a few minutes from Lafayette, Delphi, Battle Ground, so plenty of things to do nearby.

  • Diane T.
    May. 30, 2019

    Prophetstown State Park Campground

    Memorial weekend 2019

    Stayed here from Thursday to Monday. Park is clean, sites roomy.

    There isn't a whole lot to do in the park itself. Once you've seen the Indian village, self guided, and the homestead, you're pretty much done. The biking is on nice pavement, but not many trails.

    There is a nice water park for families. We didn't spend any time there, so I don't feel I can give it a review at this time.

    The potential is there, I guess time will tell if it gets developed.

    The full hookups are awesome! Love that capability, and being five minutes from Lafayette, and all the activities and things to see it offers was nice. We will go back again, just wish there was more to do in the park itself

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 8, 2025

    Rvino - Lost Acres, LLC

    Family Fun

    A relaxing campground for the whole family. Swimming, camp fires, children parks, dog park, small trails, and only 10 minutes from Indiana beach. Love staying here.

  • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2024

    Crawfordsville KOA

    Nice KOA

    Shade, grass, and gravel sites. A lot better than most KOAs. They ask that you not put outdoor rugs on grass; no problem as grass is nice. Sites 1-10 are your best bet for Starlink if that’s what you have; best opening through tree canopy of the northern sky. Pet friendly; counted three cats and a dog in the office when I checked in. Was given the option of choosing my site out of the seven available for my reservation. A mix of long term residents and travelers; some of the long term resident sites were a little junky.

  • Jennifer H.
    Jul. 26, 2024

    Norway Campground

    Great seasonal park

    This park is under new ownership. They have gotten the pool repaired and open and have cleaned up much of the park with more to come. The creek flowing through makes it so cool and peaceful and the animal life is beautiful. Saw a huge crane in the creek today along with a whole duck family…the folks there are friendly. There’s a dog park, playground, bounce pad, basketball court, pavilion and a great big dam across the street where the fishing is great! Boats are welcome and the staff is great!

  • Mike V.
    Jul. 23, 2016

    Prophetstown State Park Campground

    Prophetstown State Park, near Lafayette, IN

    We go to Prophetstown State Park sometimes because it is close to Lafayette, IN, and it is a place where you can go hiking. You can ride bikes within the park if you want to. Fairly large modern campground area w/ water and electrical hook-ups, bath house and restrooms. Everything was quite clean here, and very little trash seen on the ground. This is one of Indiana's newest state park and has a lot of acres of prairie, so much of the landscape is not very impressive. Most hiking trails are easy to hike on, but a bit boring compared to some other more scenic parks. Not much shade at many of the campsites. Can do some birding here if interested.

  • Bonnie C.
    Mar. 21, 2018

    Turkey Run State Park Campground

    Great Trails and Camping!

    Turkey Run is my all time favorite State Park in Indiana. It has great camping with both reserved and walk up options (get there early for walk up options). Reservations can be made here: https://indianastateparks.reserveamerica.com/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=IN&parkId=570032&ltcmp=177360&ltclickid=03_51015144_cfbb0fa2-9eb5-41c1-bcb2-f620d18c259e

    The campgrounds have modern facilities including showers. Dogs are allowed. We love the hiking trails. The extra bonus for us was to do a covered bridge driving tour!

  • Jennifer K.
    Oct. 24, 2021

    France Park

    Wow! Gorgeous Park!

    We heard a lot of good things recently about this park. We had no idea it was so close to us too. We packed up the dogs and headed to France Park for a full day of exploring, followed by staying at a primitive campsite.

    We took two vehicles since we wanted to leave one at our campsite. Some sites are clustered together, however we lucked out and got one along the fishing lake with no nearby neighbors.

    The quarry, wow! It was beyond stunning and never what I expected to see in an Indiana park. We had an amazing hike, checking out the quarry. We ventured out on one more trail and saw the waterfall but headed to our site to set up camp afterwards.

    Park was quiet at night for the most part. The RV area isn’t too far away and sound does travel. Lots of people drive golf carts out there. At night you can hear the major highway too, but it didn’t stop us from having a good time.

    We will definitely be going back again.

  • Sondra D.
    May. 11, 2019

    Prophetstown State Park Campground

    Prophetstown State Park

    Prophetstown State Park is located between Lafayette and Battleground, IN. It proved to be a lovely place to stay. We parked in Spruce Loop which had spacious sites and full hookups. I especially appreciated the fact that all the sites were, at the least, partially shaded and at a distance from neighboring sites. We were also within easy walking distance of a spacious and clean vault toilet. A little further walk brings you to a large restroom/shower facility. It also was very clean. The full hookup sites are in Spruce Loop. Electric only sites are in Savanna Loop. They are fairly new so not offering much shade as yet, although plenty of young trees are sprouting. They park offers much in the way of hiking, biking, playgrounds, basketball court, spacious shelters, a farm and nature center to visit, plus a large fun, water park. We plan to return with our bikes and also with a grandchild soon.

Guide to Lafayette

If you're looking for a great spot to camp with your furry friends near Lafayette, Indiana, there are several welcoming options that cater to pet owners. These campgrounds offer a variety of amenities and activities to ensure both you and your pets have a fantastic time outdoors.

Dog owners appreciate spacious sites and amenities

  • At Prophetstown State Park Campground, you’ll find big rig-friendly sites with electric hookups and plenty of space for your pets to roam.
  • Crawfordsville KOA features shaded sites and a pet-friendly atmosphere, making it a comfortable stop for you and your dog.
  • Sugar Creek Campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites, ensuring your pets have room to play while you enjoy the scenic surroundings.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Lafayette

Tips for camping with dogs near Lafayette

  • Always keep your dog on a leash at Crawfordsville KOA to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet when visiting Sugar Creek Campground, especially during warm weather.
  • Make sure to clean up after your pet at Old Mill Run Park to maintain the campground's cleanliness and keep it pet-friendly for everyone.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Lafayette, IN is Prophetstown State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 27 reviews.

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