3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Glamping campgrounds near Ogden Dunes range from furnished canvas tents with electricity and water hookups to rustic yet comfortable glamping structures among the trees, with options at Indiana Dunes State Park Campground and Lakeshore Camp Resort along Lake Michigan's shoreline. These stays offer upscale amenities not found in traditional camping, including picnic tables, fire rings, and clean shower facilities, with Lakeshore Camp Resort adding a beach swimming area and seasonal water recreation options. One visitor noted, "It offers all the amenities you could want for a weekend get away. A lake with water rentals, floating water slide, playgrounds and sport courts, general store with the stardust's convenience mark-ups."
The natural landscape surrounding these glamping accommodations creates an exceptional backdrop for outdoor experiences. Visitors can complete the popular 3 Dune Challenge at Indiana Dunes State Park before returning to their climate-controlled glamping accommodations. Michigan City Campground and Warren Dunes State Park, both within a short drive, supplement the eco-friendly glamping options in the region with additional accommodation styles. The proximity to Lake Michigan means glampers can easily access beach activities during summer months, while hiking trails through diverse ecosystems remain accessible year-round. According to a recent visitor, "Big dunes, lovely water. On clear evenings you can see the skyline of Chicago across the lake. The state park has many well maintained hiking trails and cross country skiing trails in the winter." Reservations are strongly recommended for all glamping campgrounds near Ogden Dunes, particularly during peak summer season.
"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."
"Campsites had decent privacy and even on a Friday night, quiet hours were respected. "
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Get a text when availablefrom $25 / 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."
from $43 / 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."
from $49 - $57 / night
"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."
from $35 - $60 / 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."
Available this weekend
from $20 - $90 / night
"Each site comes with a free bundle of oak firewood which is nice to use on the fire pits."
"The tent sites are right next to the water which is beautiful but can get very windy. There is no privacy between the sites (no trees, etc)."
from $20 - $138 / night
"As stated, there is electric hookup but no water at the site. However, staff was more than happy to meet us at the bathrooms to allow us to fill our tanks before we set up camp."
"Wooded electric paved sites with fairly new bathhouse facilities. Pretty clean. Only one indoor water faucet working but this may be a COVID casualty."
from $35 - $250 / night
"We were on campsite 13 in the electric campground. The site was clean and well maintained. There was a picnic table, fire pit, and a very level pad."
"Each site had morning shade only, and the shade from the forest to the east of the sites closed in around 5 p.m. This campsite allows up to 2 tents per site, but it was nice to spread out a bit."
Available this weekend
from $14 - $50 / night
"Oak Lake RV Resort handled it all with ease & gave us the BEST camping trip ever!"
"Pulled in as the sun was coming down after a looong day of driving. Our site was right next to the playground and my kids had a blast swinging, climbing, and jumping while we set up camp."
from $55 - $160 / night
ScoutIt was nice camping here. There is an asphalted road leading right to the campsites. The hot, adjustable showers are perfect. The sites are made of gravel paved with sand, which makes them perfectly flat. I liked that.
TravelerStaying through the week just on the outside of Labor Day Weekend. This place was perfect for us to come over and get away from it and enjoy the changing weather. Electric only sites, and the staff were friendly. Always enjoy coming here for good hiking and beach time.
LegendWe had an overnight stay here during some pretty nasty weather. Site 7 was perfect as it has a very wide concrete landing pad that kept us from trudging around our site in mud. Flooded roads resulted in a road race being diverted through the park. We were able to cheer them on while having dinner at our campfire. There’s a paved walkway around the circumference of the campground which allows you to take a nice stroll. Trails to the lake are easily accessible. The bathrooms and showers were clean, although a bit dated. We had a pleasant evening.
GuideWow! What a State Park inside the National Park! Spacious, beautiful, and a big surprise on Lake Michigan South East. Indiana. Towering trees, San dunes, marshland, and fifteen miles of beach shore parklands. If you haven’t been, go! This is a year round play land. Camping is surrounded by forest, electric only, bathrooms/showers ((vault and flush), and clean for state park standards. Bring your, bikes, kayaks, beach attire, and hiking boots for spring, summer, and fall. Bring snowshoes and cross country skis in winter.
TravelerSuper accessible and affordable National Park camping! Easy access to all the Dunes, and varying level of amenities for different rigs. I just spent one night here but I wish I spent longer. Only downside is you need to pack extra bug spray for the summer mosquitoes!!
GuideThis campground has lots of spaces, but fills up quickly so plan ahead. It has clean restrooms, dump and water, but no electricity. Mosquitoes and gnats were very bad and it was very humid, so nights were challenging. Had to leave windows shut and quiet hours, so no generator. Reasonably priced and campground hosts to their jobs very seriously.
TravelerSuper great here, some bugs, people were quiet
TravelerTrailer was nice plenty to do. A lot of seasonal sites. was a pleasant enough stay. Looks like a converted Yogi Bear campground. A lot of storm damage around the campground. Pools were clean, bathrooms and shower houses are a bit dated but clean. They are about every 5 rows/streets. You can rent golf carts which seems the main mode of transportation. Nice rowboat lake with a beach for swimming. Small fast food restaurant small menu weird hours and more expensive that your normal fast food places. All in all it was a nice place and activities are plenty close to Chicago and one of the closest, also very close to the Indiana Dunes and Lake Michigan.
TravelerThe 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.
Dunewood Campground offers essential tent, RV and glamping accommodations within Indiana Dunes National Park. Sites feature water fountains, well-maintained shower facilities, and dish washing stations that campers frequently mention in reviews. The grounds provide both wooded sites for natural shade and open areas suitable for visitors seeking access to Lake Michigan beaches. While the campground lacks electrical hookups, drinking water is available throughout, with tent pads on most sites ensuring level ground for sleeping. Located just minutes from Lake Michigan shorelines, this location serves as a practical base for exploring both natural areas and nearby towns.
Beach exploration at Kimmel Beach: The closest beach access point from Dunewood Campground provides sand and swimming opportunities. "Loved the proximity of this campground to Lake Michigan! The closest beach within the national park is Kimmel Beach which is beautiful. There are some biting horseflies at the beach, but not at the campground," notes Katie O.
Hiking the sandscapes: Trail networks through the dunes offer different difficulty levels across varied terrain. At Michigan City Campground, Craig C. mentions "You are close to Indiana Dunes and the downtown area of Michigan city. Good food, shops are close by." The campground serves as a strategic base for daily exploration.
Mountain biking at Imagination Glen: Several miles of dedicated mountain biking trails exist near the dunes. Jeffrey S. from Indiana Dunes State Park Campground reports: "We spent 2 nights here and went mountain biking at Imagination Glen Park in Portage just a few miles down the road which was awesome." This provides an alternative activity for days when beach conditions aren't ideal.
Kayaking on inland waters: Some campgrounds offer direct water access for paddling. Camp Bullfrog Lake visitor Layla P. shares: "The kayaks are $15 and hour and include life vests. The lake is pretty small but it was fun to putter around." This provides a calmer water option compared to Lake Michigan.
Cleanliness of facilities: Modern bathrooms and showers rank high among camper priorities. At Warren Dunes State Park Campground, Heidi S. notes: "The bathroom seemed newer (South modern loop) with clean bathrooms (cleaned at least twice a day) and private shower stalls. We went when the campground was at full capacity and it still didn't feel overcrowded."
Security features: Some campgrounds offer increased security measures. Beth B. appreciates Michigan City Campground's "secure entrance and key card access. Pool and bathrooms were clean, although the bathroom could use a slight update."
Proximity to Chicago: For urban travelers seeking glamping close to Ogden Dunes, Indiana, the location offers strategic benefits. As Jeffrey S. explains: "This was our second IN State Park campground as part of out trip from GA to MN via TN-KY-IN-MI-WI-northern MN before staying in MSP for a week."
Fall camping climate: The region offers distinct seasonal advantages. Robert B. from Indiana Dunes State Park Campground describes: "We arrived on a fall night, after the sun had set and we were thrilled to wake up to such an amazing display of Northern Indiana fall foliage. Campsites, facilities and trails were all super well maintained."
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Ogden Dunes, IN is Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park with a 4.4-star rating from 132 reviews.
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