Camping options near Mount Summit, Indiana span from basic tent sites to full-service RV parks with concrete pads. Mount Summit sits at approximately 1,040 feet above sea level in east-central Indiana, where summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F with moderate humidity. The terrain features mostly flat to gently rolling landscapes with scattered wooded areas surrounding small lakes and reservoirs.
What to do
Water recreation access: Prairie Creek Park provides electric hookups with water available throughout the grounds for visitors enjoying the lake. One camper noted, "Clean lake" with "great fishing" making it popular among locals.
Family activities: S and H Campground offers numerous recreational options beyond standard camping. According to a visitor, "They have a little section full of carnival like rides. Several playgrounds! Campground big and spacious." Another camper mentioned they provide "a pool, worn out putt-putt, a little restaurant, small carnivalesque rides, and a decent camp store."
Swimming options: Natural Springs Resort features a spring-fed quarry for swimming. A camper described it as having "beautiful spring fed quarry with clean and clear water. Easy going fishing spots a pool, weekend activities and even a small camp store with grill/ice cream inside."
What campers like
Peaceful atmosphere: Grandpas Farm Camp Ground offers a quieter setting with natural elements. One camper described, "All RV wrapped and under the tall tree; behind the campground have a running creek, cross the creek is farmland, sometime saw group of goats eating grass on the field."
Helpful staff: Many rv parks near Mount Summit feature staff willing to assist first-time campers. A visitor at Grandpas Farm Camp Ground reported, "Hosts were extremely helpful and knowledgeable, helped us find a perfect spot and helped back us in."
Spacious sites: Indian Lakes RV Campground provides ample room at many sites. A camper noted, "We were assigned a 50 amp site with water and sewer in loop 4B. This is an open loop with very few trees for shade. Immediately across from our site is a large field about the length of a football field."
What you should know
Site conditions vary widely: Not all Mount Summit area campgrounds maintain level sites. At S and H Campground, one camper reported, "Our site was incredibly uneven." Another noted, "We were on site 86, 50 amp service, but when everyone started turning on their AC, my surge protector kept kicking due to voltage swings."
Bathroom facilities: Quality of restrooms differs across campgrounds. At S and H Campground, a visitor mentioned, "The only thing we didn't like was the bathroom conditions. The floor tiles were breaking off and there was certainly a mold issue."
Seasonal limitations: Most Mount Summit RV parks operate seasonally. Mystic Waters Campground near Mount Summit provides 150 sites but has limited availability during concert events, with one camper noting, "We stayed at Mystic Waters Campground for the Dave Matthews weekend and had the best time!"
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Many campgrounds near Mount Summit feature play areas. At Grandpas Farm Camp Ground, a camper highlighted, "The owners are super nice, they have a nice pool and the playground is really big!"
Entertainment options: Anderson-Muncie KOA (now Muncie RV Resort) provides activities for various ages. A visitor shared, "This is our second visit to this KOA. It is spacious and quiet! There is PLENTY of room and folks are always friendly."
Swimming considerations: Natural Springs Resort offers swimming options but with variable conditions. A camper reported, "Advertises heated pool and splash pad, but pool was not heated and colder than lake(major bummer- as this was a major draw for us) and splash pad is still under construction."
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: At Indian Lakes RV Campground, site location matters significantly. A reviewer advised, "The only major potholes I have encountered are upon entering and exiting near the ranger station. The lot is gravel and very large for my small rig which was cool. It was nice and level, so I didn't have to do much."
Connectivity options: Cell service varies throughout Mount Summit area rv parks. One camper at Indian Lakes noted, "I have great service here with my T-Mobile 5g internet as well as my starlink."
Weekend vs. weekday experience: Several Mount Summit campgrounds have different atmospheres depending on timing. At Indian Lakes, a reviewer observed, "The only negative things I encountered while staying at this campground were the loud golf carts with their music blasting until late at night on the weekends."
