Cabin camping near Logansport, Indiana offers diverse accommodations within Carroll and Cass Counties, where the Wabash and Eel Rivers meet. The region sits at approximately 600-700 feet above sea level with warm summers reaching the 80s and cold winters often below freezing. Cabins are available year-round, though winter access may require preparation for potential snow or ice conditions.
What to do
Hiking trails and waterfalls: France Park features notable hiking paths with unique limestone formations. "The waterfall isn't huge, but it's beautiful. All in all, it will be on the list of places to set up camp in the coming future!" notes a visitor to France Park.
Water recreation: Many cabin locations provide easy access to lakes and rivers for swimming, fishing, and boating. "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," reports a camper at France Park.
Disc golf courses: Bachelor Runn Campground offers disc golf as one of its recreational options. A camper at Bachelor Runn Campground shares, "Disc golf. Hiking. Biking. Tent camping. Fishing. Lounging. Driving range. Always something to do. The best thing to do here in my opinion is relax in the shade with a good book while the kids play at the park."
Historical exploration: The canal park area provides educational opportunities about 19th century transportation. "We walked our pups along the canal and enjoyed the historic displays and buildings in this small park," reports a visitor at Wabash & Erie Canal Park.
What campers like
Lake views: Some cabins offer scenic water views. A camper at Lost Bridge State Rec Area recommends, "Sites 221-243, 202-204 offer lake views. I say VIEWS, not access. Sites 228 & 232 have sites with good access to the lake."
Quiet environment: Many visitors appreciate the peaceful setting at certain locations. "We had a decently large site for our 23' camper. Lots for the kids to do- park, beach, fishing, pretty trails, waterfall, little camp store etc... This is only an hour from us so, good place to go to get away and not have that drive far," notes a visitor to France Park.
Clean facilities: The condition of bathrooms and showers matters to cabin campers. A visitor to Lost Bridge State Recreation Area reported, "Modern restrooms that look like they've been updated in the last 10 years. The showers were great! No push button for the water. You can adjust the temp as well, which you often don't get."
Seasonal stargazing: Clear skies offer excellent night viewing opportunities. A Mississinewa Lake camper mentioned, "Clean sites, definitely seemed geared towards rv/campers but we fit in with our tent. Amazing spot for stargazing. Local trails are abundant and vary in difficulty."
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Many cabins book quickly, especially during summer months. At Mississinewa Lake Campground, "Water view sites reserve quickly. No full hook-up. Beach within the park."
Winter camping options: Some locations remain open year-round with limited services. "Winter camping so no showers/bathrooms. Great area, lots of wildlife. They have wifi (by the water tower) nice lake, some trails. Gravel lot, pretty level. Not sure what summer is like but winter camping was great," notes a Mississinewa Lake visitor.
Insect preparation: Mosquitoes can be problematic in certain seasons. A camper at Tippecanoe River State Park warned, "Worst place for mosquitoes," suggesting visitors bring appropriate repellent, especially during summer months.
Cell service limitations: Coverage varies significantly by location and carrier. A camper at Mississinewa Lake Campground noted, "Internet rarely worked and Verizon coverage was extremely minimal. Brand new bathhouse was extremely nice."
Tips for camping with families
Playground proximity: Some cabin locations offer direct access to play areas. At Tippecanoe River State Park, "For the playground, 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."
Swimming areas: Clean beaches provide kid-friendly water access. "The beach was clean and fun. Not very busy when we were there, which was nice," reports a visitor to Lost Bridge State Recreation Area.
Educational opportunities: Historical sites offer learning experiences for children. A visitor to Wabash & Erie Canal Park shared, "Everything was perfect. The host was so friendly, she came over and talked and gave us some background on the location, and things we could do for future visits."
Grocery access: Know where to find supplies as options can be limited. "Not many grocery stores in the immediate area, ensure you have what you need or plan to drive in to Peru (about 25-30 min away)," advises a Mississinewa Lake Campground visitor.
Tips from RVers
Hookup variations: Electric options differ between locations. A visitor to Indiana Beach/Monticello KOA Holiday reported, "Water, cable, sewer, electric available," though availability varies by specific site.
Dump station planning: Some locations have limited facilities with potential waits. At Mississinewa Lake Campground, a visitor noted, "Down side is if you don't haul with water you better fill up at the full station when you see it cuz it gets busy. And when you are leaving there are 3 dump stations and it can get really really busy and long waits."
Site levelness: Terrain can present challenges at certain locations. "The campsite did have a bigger than expected slope, but nothing horrible. Some campsites looked amazing and others looked to be in major need of some TLC," reports a visitor to Lost Bridge State Recreation Area.
Seasonal road conditions: Access routes may be affected by weather. At Bachelor Runn Campground, campers recommend checking road conditions during winter or after heavy rain as some access roads may be temporarily affected by local flooding or ice.
