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    Campgrounds near New Paris, Indiana range from fully-developed RV resorts to more rustic camping facilities. The region includes several established campgrounds like Elkhart County Fairgrounds, which offers full hookup sites for RVs, and Eby's Pines Campground with both tent and RV accommodations. Most sites provide electric hookups, with many featuring full-service amenities including water, sewer, and 50-amp connections. Several campgrounds in the area feature cabins and glamping options, particularly at Chain O' Lakes State Park and Elkhart RV Resort, making this region suitable for various camping preferences from traditional tent camping to luxury RV experiences.

    Road conditions and site accessibility remain consistent throughout most of the camping season, with paved entrances and graveled sites common at larger facilities. Most campgrounds operate seasonally, typically from April through October or early November, though some like Potato Creek State Park and Chain O' Lakes State Park remain open year-round with limited winter services. The Elkhart County area experiences four distinct seasons, with hot, humid summers and cold winters that can affect camping comfort. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, especially during summer weekends and holiday periods when occupancy reaches capacity. "Depending on what time of year you are here and part of the week, the campground could be very crowded or very empty," noted one camper about the Elkhart County Fairgrounds.

    Several visitors mentioned noise as a consideration when selecting campgrounds in this region. Train tracks near the Elkhart County Fairgrounds create frequent noise disturbances, with one reviewer stating "trains run all day, all night, at regular intervals, and the tracks are adjacent to the FHU campground areas." Campgrounds farther from urban areas and transportation corridors tend to offer quieter experiences. Family-friendly amenities are common at developed campgrounds in the region, with swimming pools, mini-golf courses, playgrounds, and organized activities available at locations like Pla-Mor Campground and Eby's Pines. Water recreation opportunities exist at several locations, particularly Chain O' Lakes State Park, which offers boat-in camping access. While most campgrounds maintain clean facilities with regular maintenance, site spacing varies considerably between locations, with some offering spacious settings while others position RVs in close proximity to maximize capacity.

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      1. Elkhart County Fairgrounds

      3.5(8)5mi from New ParisRVs, Tents

      "Overall Rating: 4 for access to the area, very clean facilities, and not too many campers thus time of year.
      Price 2024: $35 for water/electric only."

      "A little close to your neighbors but the way the sites are angled you had plenty of room. Very friendly people. Easy in and out."

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      2. Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground

      4.3(55)26mi from New Paris430 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Chain O Lakes State Park, Albion Indiana. Northwest of Fort Wayne.  416 electric, nonelectric & primitive campsites. Water is available & 3 dumps.

       This was our 3rd time camping here."

      "Met up with 18 other skoolies our first Indiana meet. Met great people had a fantastic time. Great park kids swam, showers are clean. Electric at sites but water isn’t but very close by."

      from $14 - $80 / night

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      3. Ebys Pines

      3.8(12)16mi from New ParisRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Trails lead to a local County park - Bonneyville Mill. There’s a roller skating rink and laser tag across the street."

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      4. Elkhart Campground

      4.1(14)18mi from New ParisRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Elkhart Campground is great Clean , easy access, lots of pull through sites with full hook up - pool, Close to big lake too!!!"

      "Very clean, nice sized dog park, quiet and close to restaurants. If had an occasion to stay here again…we definitely would!"

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      5. Potato Creek State Park Campground

      4.5(51)28mi from New Paris365 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "I feel this is one of the best state parks in Indiana. Come with your own water as they don’t have water hookups at your campsite but there are some nearby. The sites are very spacious and clean."

      "Younger families tend to book up front near the playground and the noise and activities are more robust. Be ready with back up cords, some sites require 75 ft to hook up."

      from $20 - $90 / night

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      6. Elkhart RV Resort by Rjourney

      4.3(11)17mi from New ParisRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "They have trails that are a nice walk for the dogs and a pond to catch and release fish."

      "This clean, well kept campground is really close to grand design. We stayed here to go tour the manufacturers process."

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      7. North Trace RV Resort

      5.0(1)6mi from New Paris

      "Less then 5 minutes to lake Wawasee (the largest lake in Indiana). if you have a dog this place is a MUST they have an amazing dog spa and dog park."

      from $99 - $150 / night

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      8. Pla-Mor Campground

      5.0(5)15mi from New ParisRVs, Tents

      "We had used it as a location for our sons golf event in Plymouth. Easy to get to from 31 North. "

      "We always stay here as it is close to family. They have other activities they do each month and usually post about it on their facebook page.( Pla-Mor Campground)"

      from $42 - $53 / night

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      9. Hoffman Lake Campground INC.

      4.4(7)18mi from New ParisRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Beautiful lake. Very quiet. Shady. Our site was sloped, but we worked it out. Would recommend"

      "Had an awesome view right on the lake. Loved how friendly the new owners were. We will definitely be back for another relaxing weekend soon."

      from $30 - $100 / night

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      10. Shipshewana Trading Place RV Park

      4.3(6)17mi from New ParisRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Easy access to the Shipshewana Flea Market and E&S Sales (greatest bulk food shopping EVER!) Campground was impeccably clean and quiet."

      "The park was clean and quiet and next to some beautiful grazing fields with cattle and horses."

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    Recent Reviews near New Paris, IN

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    • Michael M.The Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 20, 2026

      Pokagon State Park Campground

      Simple stop

      We used Pokagon State Park as a two-night stopover on our way home from Northern Michigan, and overall, it was a good option for a short stay.

      We stayed in Site 109, which was tucked away and felt fairly isolated from the rest of the campground. In early spring or late fall, I imagine the site would have a nice view of the lake, but in August the tree cover was too thick to see much of it.

      The gravel pad was reasonably level, but we needed a couple inches of leveling blocks to get the RV sitting flat. There wasn’t really much of a grassy area at the site for the dogs, but we were able to walk them easily just down the road.

      We brought our bicycles, which was a great way to explore the park. We rode around to the nature center, equestrian facility, and beach, and enjoyed being able to see more of the park without having to drive everywhere.

      One thing that surprised us was the single dump station for the entire campground. Since none of the sites have full hookups, I would imagine the line could get ridiculously long after a busy weekend.

      Overall, we’d stay here again, but probably only as a one- or two-night layover rather than a longer destination stay. Site 109 worked well for us because of its privacy and quiet location.

    • Tom O.The Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 17, 2026

      Pokagon State Park Campground

      Lots to Do

      A very large campground with lots to do. Spacious site. Charges a vehicle fee along with campground fee. Sites in loop 1 are gravel and mostly not level. Lots of noise from motor boats on the lake during the day.

    • t
      Aug. 17, 2026

      Pokagon State Park Campground

      Stay away from loop 6

      I love this state park. My kids wanted to Join us a week or to our. Site 507 and 509 were available. Do not stay there. The sewer smell was so bad we did not want to leave our trailer. If that was our first trip we would never returned

    • Cassondra P.The Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 16, 2026

      Elkhart Campground

      Decent Campground - Great for Rallys

      We have camped every summer here for years for an annual rally that is hosted here

      It’s great that we have the air conditioned rally room that our group rents for all our events and space to spend with group if it’s rainy or hot

      There is a differnt experience in park depending on where you stay - if your in full sun open area in summer it’s miserable but if your in the wooded area it’s much nicer

      The bathrooms are not the best - they are outdated but have hot water and work great - I prefer the bathhouse by the wooded area over the one in the big building - showers are nicer

      The lots are clean and hook ups all work great

      Pool is showing it’s age but still clean and kids love to swim in it

    • j
      Aug. 13, 2026

      Indian Springs Campground

      Horrible!!

      Kindness goes a long way. The “security” here is horrible! There is no need to scream at people and be rude.

    • A
      Aug. 4, 2026

      Hildebrandt Campground — Warren Dunes State Park

      Safe and clean, but loud

      I stayed here for one night solo tent camping. Overall the campground was in really good shape, lots of sand, and the vault toilets are clean. However, the campground is really close to the highway. Other reviews mentioned this, but I’m a heavy sleeper so I thought I would be ok. I was not. Bring noise canceling headphones or ear plugs if you’re tent camping here.

      Also, I stayed in 208, and there is space for a hammock!. It was quite close to the campsite 207, so if you’re planning a group trip and you are all tent camping. 206, 207, and 208 would be great for a big group.

    • Jeremy B.
      Jul. 21, 2026

      EZ Kamp

      Good campground, but right on the highway

      The campground is right off of US-30 and IN-23 so pretty convent other than due to construction on 30 right now. But being right off of a major US highway it can be a little noisy. Short term sites are just grass but pretty close to level side to side. Think I had to raise door side like an inch. Water pressure was okay but drops during the day. At about 600 PM I was struggling to get more than 40psi even with regulator all the way open. I don’t think it is worth $65 a night but there are more expensive options closer to Plymouth

    • Tonya S.The Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 16, 2026

      Thousand Trails Bear Cave

      Nice clean campground

      The sites were easy to park, the staff were friendly and helpful. Loved the mushrooms we found in May. We plan to go back some day. Nice town area close by for shopping.

    • Caitlin Q.The Dyrt Pro User
      Jul. 14, 2026

      Weko Beach Campground

      What a great spot

      Overall best camping experience I have ever had. Easy check in. Peaceful. Good "neighbors". Cleanest bathroom houses. Great beach!

    Guide to New Paris

    Camping in northern Indiana offers a distinct four-season experience with hot, humid summers and cold winters. The New Paris area sits at around 800 feet elevation in relatively flat terrain with numerous lakes and waterways. Most campgrounds near New Paris remain open from April through October, though several offer extended or year-round camping with varying levels of winter services.

    What to do

    Hiking trails: Chain O' Lakes State Park provides several walking paths for various skill levels. "The hiking trails, boating, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and biking. You won't ever get bored. The facility is clean and very safe," notes Amanda J. about Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground.

    Water recreation: Hoffman Lake Campground offers swimming and fishing on their private lake. "Beautiful lake. Very quiet. Shady. Our site was sloped, but we worked it out," shares Laura F. about her experience at Hoffman Lake Campground INC..

    Local culture: Explore Amish country while camping in the area. "Centrally located for some of the best food in the area! Enjoy treats like Tony's steak sandwich or the pizza at Venturi. Don't get me started on the authentic Mexican food!" recommends David B. about staying at the Elkhart County Fairgrounds.

    What campers like

    Clean facilities: Many campgrounds in the region maintain spotless facilities. "The bathhouse and lake where all clean and nice. We stayed at C-2 and it was a full hookup with a level clean dry concrete pad," writes Matt about his stay at Hoffman Lake Campground.

    Recreational options: Pla-Mor Campground offers numerous on-site activities. "They have an in ground swimming pool, mini golf, a driving range, laundry, an arcade and ice cream. It's a clean and well kept for campground," explains Mike F. about this Bremen location.

    Biking opportunities: The area features several connected trail networks. "This campground was very convenient to the town of Shipshewanna, Amish Country and the Pumpkinvine Bike Trail... We enjoyed our stay, two days of riding on the Pumpkinvine Bike Trail," shares Cindy B. about her experience at Shipshewana Trading Place RV Park.

    What you should know

    Seasonal considerations: Some campgrounds face weather-related challenges. "When we went to rent canoes and paddle boats they only have the generic canoes and no paddle boats where in working order," notes Julie B. about Chain O' Lakes State Park, suggesting equipment availability varies.

    Site spacing: Campsites vary significantly in size and proximity. "Sites are quite close together but far enough that you can get your awnings out," explains MickandKarla W. about their experience at Elkhart County Fairgrounds.

    Train noise: Multiple campgrounds near transportation corridors experience noise disruptions. "If you are allergic to train noise, this is not your place as trains run all day, all night, at regular intervals, and the tracks are adjacent to the FHU campground areas," warns MickandKarla W.

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground access: Select campgrounds with dedicated play areas. "Lots of things to do with kids. Planned events, awesome putt putt, pool with splash area for littles. Multiple playgrounds, even a new one recently built," recommends Abbie K. about Pla-Mor Campground.

    Swimming options: Several campgrounds feature pools for family enjoyment. "Very nice campground with level sites and air conditioned bathrooms! That is amazing in the summer. They have trails that are a nice walk for the dogs and a pond to catch and release fish," notes Kelly F. about Elkhart Co Middlebury KOA.

    Site selection for quiet: Choose sites away from common areas for better rest. "We were in the tent portion and it was very loud, the pit toilets did not have doors, and there were some mosquitoes. It was Memorial Day weekend which could explain the noise/busy-ness. The RV sites have better bathrooms I believe," advises Truly W. about Chain O' Lakes State Park.

    Tips from RVers

    Hookup positioning: Be prepared for varying utility layouts. "The utilities are at the far end of the sites. In most areas, the sites back up to each other and share a utility post (separate outlets for each site) and share the water spigot," notes MickandKarla W. about Elkhart County Fairgrounds.

    Leveling requirements: Many sites require adjustment for RV leveling. "We had a tight turn into the site due to the camper next to us sitting at the back of the site, and a Class A on the other side was close with its awning out," explains MickandKarla W. about Elkhart Campground.

    Site selection strategy: When looking for the best places to camp near New Paris, Indiana, request specific sites when possible. "The nice thing is the people in the office let you pick whatever site you want and don't assign one to you," shares Nancy W. about Elkhart County Fairgrounds.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What camping is available near New Paris, IN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, New Paris, IN offers a wide range of camping options, with 124 campgrounds and RV parks near New Paris, IN and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

    Which is the most popular campground near New Paris, IN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near New Paris, IN is Elkhart County Fairgrounds with a 3.5-star rating from 8 reviews.

    Where can I find free dispersed camping near New Paris, IN?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near New Paris, IN.

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