Best Glamping near Michigan City, IN

Michigan City Campground houses upscale glamping accommodations just 5 miles from Lake Michigan and 10 miles from Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. This 40-acre family-run resort features modern cabins equipped with all the comforts of home while maintaining a connection to nature. Glamping units include comfortable beds with linens, full climate control, and private outdoor spaces for enjoying the natural surroundings. Warren Dunes State Park Campground in nearby Sawyer, Michigan also offers premium glamping options in cabins and yurts with amenities like picnic tables, electric hookups, and access to modern shower facilities. Lakeshore Camp Resort in Portage provides additional glamping cabin options with electricity, water hookups, and dedicated fire rings for evening relaxation. One reviewer noted that Michigan City Campground is "a great place for families with a gated entrance, pool, fishing pond, and playground. Our kids love this place and we love the security it offers."

Glamping guests at Michigan City can access a swimming pool, fishing ponds, game room, and secure gated entrance with key card access for added privacy. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring Lake Michigan beaches, Indiana Dunes National Park hiking trails, and local attractions. Bear Cave RV Campground in Buchanan, Michigan, 30 minutes northeast, supplements the area's glamping options with cabin accommodations along the St. Joseph River. Fuller's Resort and Campground in Buchanan offers additional cabin glamping with access to Clear Lake activities. The South Shore commuter train provides convenient transportation from Michigan City to Chicago for day trips without city traffic or parking concerns. A visitor described their experience: "We stayed in a premium site with a large cement patio, picnic table and an adjacent fire pit. You are close to Indiana Dunes and the downtown area of Michigan City with good food and shops nearby."

Best Glamping Sites Near Michigan City, Indiana (26)

    1. Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park

    127 Reviews
    Beverly Shores, IN
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (219) 395-1882

    $25 / night

    "You walk down steps or a ramp to your area, tent pad with a picnic table and firepit. So beautiful when the sun comes up. Showers and toilets regularly cleaned and modern."

    "You walk down steps or a ramp to your area, tent pad with a picnic table and firepit. So beautiful when the sun comes up. Showers and toilets regularly cleaned and modern."

    2. Indiana Dunes State Park Campground

    47 Reviews
    Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, IN
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (219) 926-1952

    $30 / night

    "We pulled in around 4:30 in the evening. The sight was spacious with plenty of room in between sites. Since the weather was cooler , it was pretty sparse with other campers."

    "The state park is located within the boundaries of the Indiana Dunes National Park (formerly National Lakeshore), so don't get confused by this."

    3. Michigan City Campground

    22 Reviews
    Indiana Dunes National Park, IN
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (219) 872-7600

    "This is a beautifully kept campground just outside Michigan City, IN. It is gated so will need to call in once you arrive to enter."

    "Pool, laundry, nice playground, ponds and basketball hoop. Less than 15 min to Indiana Dunes National Park."

    4. Warren Dunes State Park Campground

    68 Reviews
    Bridgman, MI
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 426-4013

    "We were with a large group so had a site you could drive right up to. Electricity hookups, bathrooms and showers, picnic tables and fire pit, etc. Easy access to the dunes and the beach."

    "The bathroom seemed newer (South modern loop) with clean bathrooms (cleaned at least twice a day) and private shower stalls."

    5. Potato Creek State Park Campground

    48 Reviews
    North Liberty, IN
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (574) 656-8186

    $20 - $100 / night

    "Bathrooms are cleanish…but they start getting a little wild as the weekend wears on. Perpetual mud and slop from the showers, but functional."

    "Our site was purposely located close to a bathhouse, but was not too close to have any bothersome noises. The bathhouse was a bit dated, but pretty clean."

    6. Lakeshore Camp Resort

    16 Reviews
    Portage, IN
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (219) 762-7757

    $49 - $57 / night

    "A lake with water rentals, floating water slide, playgrounds and sport courts, general store with the stardust’s “convenience mark-ups”,and water/ electric at all sites."

    "We were there the week before peak season opened so none of the pools or splash pads were open, but they were very accommodating so that we could still play mini golf and ride around on the pedal cars."

    7. Mini Mountain Campground

    7 Reviews
    New Carlisle, IN
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (574) 654-3307

    "Staff were very nice and friendly."

    "There are ample hiking trails and activities for all ages. The swimming pool is awesome and a great plus when camping with kids. The woods are very thick and filled with amazing trees."

    8. Thousand Trails Bear Cave

    16 Reviews
    Buchanan, MI
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "Lots of very friendly other campers, a heated pool, playground for the kids, nice size lots with fire pits, picnic tables, electric& water (including at tent sites)."

    "We had reservations and there were some concerns when we arrived if they had a site large enough to accommodate our rig. We ended up in the loop along the river which was shaded and level."

    9. Fuller's Resort and Campground

    8 Reviews
    Buchanan, MI
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 695-3785

    "We had water and electric.  Unfortunately, the nearest restroom was a porta-potty, but it worked in a pinch.  There are showers, laundry, and better restroom facilities as short walk away."

    "Friendly staff and owners. The camp store is very cute and geared towards children with small candies and ice cream for them to purchase."

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Glamping Reviews near Michigan City, IN

493 Reviews of 26 Michigan City Campgrounds


  • C
    Jun. 3, 2021

    Michigan City Campground

    Great campground, will return

    This is a beautifully kept campground just outside Michigan City, IN. It is gated so will need to call in once you arrive to enter. We stayed  in the premium sites which were 90ft pull thought with 50A service, water and sewer, and the best wifi I have seen at a campsite. The cement patio was large with a picnic table and an adjacent fire pit. There is swimming pool and a game room, and a small store with the essentials, and propane.

    You are close to Indiana Dunes and the downtown area of Michigan city. Good food, shops are close by. 

    By the way there are a number of cabins/mini homes to rent.

  • Gay G.
    Aug. 19, 2021

    Thousand Trails Bear Cave

    Great Campground

    This is a nice, family friendly campground. Lots of very friendly other campers, a heated pool, playground for the kids, nice size lots with fire pits, picnic tables, electric& water (including at tent sites). Pool has an ADA lift chair. 2 shower/bath houses, camp store, a real bear cave you can tour in (free), a creek that meanders through it. The resort sits on the St. Joseph river & this park has a boat ramp & dock for fishing. There is a gate that campers need a code to get into so it keeps out unwanted’s. Nice staff. Yolanda is a great manager. Security, a ‘honey wagon’. Laundry center. Quiet hours are 10p-8a. It’s near Buchanan Michigan and the RED BUD Motor Cross track. Very friendly people, always stopping and talking.

  • Ken
    Sep. 8, 2020

    Shamrock Park

    Hidden Gem

    The ranger was awesome. You can buy firewood and ice on site. There’s WiFi, electricity, showers and bathrooms. The campground is right on the water-perfect for kayaking or fishing. There’s also all sorts of activities for kids-ping pong, basketball, cornhole and more. It’s also a quick walk to a grocery store and restaurants. There’s no grill on the fire pit, so plan accordingly.

  • Nadiehsda B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Oak Lake RV Resort

    We came for a weekend… Stayed nearly 2 weeks! Oak Lake RV Resort is where family memories are made.

    6 people, 1 pup & a 44.4' Keystone Sprinter... Oak Lake RV Resort handled it all with ease & gave us the BEST camping trip ever! From the moment you drive up, staff are waiting in golf carts to guide you to your site & even help with setup. We were nervous about fitting our big rig, but pull-through site #17 made it flawless. Where else does that??

    We originally booked August 22–25, extended to the 29th & then lucked into staying through Labor Day weekend. We canceled our other plans because Oak Lake had everything we wanted & more!!Pond swimming & obstacle course, movies on our inflatable screen, golf cart glow parades, s’mores, homemade campfire pizzas & endless family memories. The kids are still raving about it!

    Rebecca deserves a huge shoutout for going above & beyond! Tom & Marianne, the owners, are amazing hosts who clearly pour their hearts into making Oak Lake special. Even the coin operated laundry was a lifesaver & convinced us we need a washer/dryer in our camper for future impromptu stays 😂.

    We’re already talking about being put on the list for a seasonal site for next year bc we know we’ll be back again & again. Oak Lake RV Resort is Newton County’s hidden gem!!! If you’re searching for fun, hospitality & true family camping memories... THIS is the place!! Hands down, every time.

  • Chris M.
    Nov. 26, 2020

    Indiana Dunes State Park Campground

    Clean & Spacious

    We pulled in around 4:30 in the evening. The sight was spacious with plenty of room in between sites. Since the weather was cooler , it was pretty sparse with other campers. We stayed 2 nights over the weekend. You are within walking distance to the beach within the park. The buildings have great architecture. The sight had 50 amp electric hook ups but no water or sewer connections, and we knew that going in. We had a back in sight #69. There was plenty of space on all sides. We have a 37’ motorhome and pulled a Jeep behind it. There was plenty of room to maneuver around. The sight also had a wood picnic table and fire ring for a wood fire pit. We will definitely be back! I wish I had taken more photos from the beach and beach pavilion.

  • L
    Sep. 22, 2022

    Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park

    Hike-to is awesome

    Hike-to is a must. You walk down steps or a ramp to your area, tent pad with a picnic table and firepit. So beautiful when the sun comes up. Showers and toilets regularly cleaned and modern. Close to shops where you can get food/beer/firewood etc. venture into portage or Michigan city for some food. Great taste of Lake Michigan for the lower midwesterners! I will be returning.

  • L
    Sep. 22, 2022

    Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park

    Best hike-to campsite alive

    Hike-to camping at dunewood is a must. You walk down steps or a ramp to your area, tent pad with a picnic table and firepit. So beautiful when the sun comes up. Showers and toilets regularly cleaned and modern. Close to shops where you can get food/beer/firewood etc. venture into portage or Michigan city for some food. Great taste of Lake Michigan for the lower midwesterners! I will be returning.

  • Dickie H.
    Jul. 30, 2019

    Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park

    Easy camping

    You gotta love Indiana dunes national lakeshore! A quick drive from chicago this campsite is a real good place to get away from the city and enjoy the outdoors. It’s one of my favorite places to go within an hour’s drive. The campsite has everything you need. Modern bathrooms and showers, running water. Good for tent camping. It’s clean and a quick drive to a quiet beach at Beverly Shores. I highly recommend!

  • Kimberly B.
    Sep. 12, 2021

    Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park

    Great campground.

    We stayed for two nights and had a great experience.  Campsites had decent privacy and  even on a Friday night, quiet hours were respected.  We were on a wheelchair accessible site which was the only one available, so there was more pavement than the other sites.

    There was a dishwashing sink which is always handy.  The bathrooms and showers were very clean, and the free showers were the best we've experienced in a campground with plenty of hot water, good water pressure, plenty of hooks and a bench. 

    Some noise from the highway and the trains, but I like trains so it was fine.  We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.


Guide to Michigan City

Campgrounds near Michigan City, Indiana sit in a transitional area where the woodlands of northern Indiana meet Lake Michigan's shoreline. Most sites are situated within 50 miles of Lake Michigan at elevations averaging 585 to 650 feet above sea level. The camping season typically runs April through October with July average temperatures reaching 84°F and lows around 63°F. Winter camping options exist but are limited due to seasonal closures and snow accumulation from December through March.

What to do

Hiking trails and dunes exploration: At Dunewood Campground, you can access both woodland paths and sand dune trails within the national park. "There's trails and sand dunes to climb, clean beach, really clean camp ground with newer clean bathrooms," notes Manuel T. Sites are located approximately 1.5 miles from Lake Michigan beaches.

Beach swimming with lifeguards: Indiana Dunes State Park Campground maintains a staffed beach during summer months. "The beach was well maintained, and had lifeguards during certain hours, which gave me a little bit of extra comfort in bringing my kids to the lake. It had really nice bathroom facilities, and changing room facilities there," shares Kaley A.

Fishing opportunities: Clear Lake at Fuller's Resort and Campground provides waterfront fishing access about 35 minutes northeast of Michigan City. The lake has crystal clear water as its name suggests, though as Sarah K. notes: "No luck catching fish, and it didn't look like anyone else was either. The setting was great, and we would definitely stay here again without hesitation."

Biking excursions: The Dunes-Kankakee trail connects to several regional pathways. Jeffrey S. explains that Indiana Dunes State Park offers "the Dunes-Kankakee bike trail that leads from the park and ties to the Calumet trail that also connects to several other trails offering miles of bike trail options."

What campers like

Secure access systems: Enhanced security measures provide peace of mind. "Love the secure entrance and key card access. Pool and bathrooms were clean, although the bathroom could use a slight update," notes Beth B. about her stay at Michigan City Campground, appreciating the controlled entry that keeps non-campers out.

Shower facilities: Most campgrounds maintain shower buildings with varying levels of cleanliness. "It was also the nicest showers that I've been to to date," writes Kaley A. about facilities at Indiana Dunes State Park Campground, while Katherine T. from Dunewood Campground confirms: "Shower house was clean with good hot water. A camper sink for dishwashing was a nice bonus."

Tent camping amenities: Many campgrounds offer dedicated tent areas with specific conveniences. At Bear Cave RV Campground, campers find "electric & water (including at tent sites)" according to Gay G., who adds that the campground features "a real bear cave you can tour in (free), a creek that meanders through it."

Chicago skyline views: On clear evenings, some lakefront campsites offer distant city views. "On clear evenings you can see the skyline of Chicago across the lake," notes Anna G. about the vantage points from Indiana Dunes State Park.

What you should know

Train noise disruptions: Proximity to rail lines affects several campgrounds in the region. "Really great park! ... The only reason I rate this park a three is that it's very close to train lines and the trains going through and blasting their horns all night long," warns Kaley A. about Indiana Dunes State Park. Katherine T. confirms similar issues at Dunewood: "Definitely heard railroad and road noise but that's the trade off for being close to town with good cell service."

Insect considerations: Mosquitoes and biting flies can be problematic, especially in summer months. "The mosquitoes were horrible. It was almost impossible to sit outside in the evening," reports Katrin M. after camping at Dunewood Campground. Katie O. adds: "There are some biting horseflies at the beach, but not at the campground."

Limited sewer hookups: Several campgrounds reserve full-hookup sites for seasonal campers. At Bear Cave RV Campground, Jack notes, "Most of the full hookups are taken first by the annuals. Sucks really but they do have an onsite honeypot which will suck out your tanks for $10 each time around."

Weekend crowding: Expect significantly higher occupancy Friday through Sunday. Kirk B. from Indiana Dunes State Park mentions, "The beach, the trails, bike trails. There is everything to do here, it does not disappoint. Well the weekend traffic can be a bummer."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Select sites near play areas for convenient supervision. At Potato Creek State Park Campground, Frank M. recommends: "We recommend securing a spot in the back sites 230-287 for larger lots and quieter atmosphere. Younger families tend to book up front near the playground and the noise and activities are more robust."

Off-peak beach visits: Schedule water activities on weekdays for fewer crowds. "Go during the week if you prefer less crowds," advises Steve G. about Fuller's Resort and Campground, noting it offers "the perfect mix of primitive and RV camping. Nice store that serves food and drinks. Beautiful beach with crystal clear water."

Nature center programming: Park naturalist events provide educational opportunities. "They had one of the nicer programs that I have been to in the state," notes Kaley A. about the Indiana Dunes visitor center programs.

Family-friendly glamping options: For those seeking comfortable accommodations, Potato Creek State Park offers cabin options. "My wife and I come here every year since purchasing our travel trailer. With dog friendly beaches, beginner MTB trails and paved bike paths, this checks all our boxes," says Frank M., highlighting amenities suited for family glamping close to Michigan City, Indiana.

Tips from RVers

Utility requirements: Prepare for varied hookup access. Frank M. at Potato Creek State Park warns: "Be ready with back up cords, some sites require 75 ft to hook up." Jeffrey S. notes that at Indiana Dunes: "Only offered electric service. All pads seemed nice and level."

Dump station timing: Weekend departures create congestion at service points. Jeffrey S. observed at Indiana Dunes State Park: "Two dump stations made wait minimal" which helps during busy checkout periods.

Premium site selection: Look for concrete pads with extra amenities at certain campgrounds. Craig C. shares his experience: "We stayed in the premium sites which were 90ft pull through with 50A service, water and sewer, and the best wifi I have seen at a campsite."

Water tank preparation: Some campgrounds lack water connections. "It is electric only but that didn't really bother us - we just showed up with the water tank full and other tanks empty and enjoyed ourselves," suggests Greg S. about glamping at Indiana Dunes State Park near Michigan City, Indiana.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Michigan City, IN is Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park with a 4.3-star rating from 127 reviews.

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