3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Cabin campgrounds near Pendleton range from rustic retreats to full-service sites with electricity, indoor plumbing, and climate control. Pine Lake Fishing & Camping Resort provides lakefront cabins with convenient access to fishing opportunities. Mystic Waters Campground features cabin rentals with full-service amenities including electricity, indoor plumbing, and climate control. Cabins at Indianapolis KOA include comfortable furnishings with some offering kitchenettes. The sites at S and H Campground provide more basic cabin accommodations but with access to communal facilities. According to one visitor, "This was really convenient and close to Indy, where we took the grandkids to the children's museum. The lake is fabulous... Pretty place and fun for a laid back place to stay."
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Most cabins require advance reservations, particularly during summer months when facilities like Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park (open April through October) experience peak demand. Pet policies vary by location, with Indianapolis KOA, S and H Campground, and Mystic Waters all offering pet-friendly cabin options. A camper noted that Mystic Waters Campground is "a great campground for RVs and cabins, but unfortunately not for tents as the highway 69 is too noisy." Cornerstone Campground and Spring Valley Camp Grounds remain open year-round for those seeking winter cabin accommodations.
Most cabins include beds with mattresses but require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, blankets, and towels. Kitchen facilities range from basic microwaves to full kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops, though specific amenities should be confirmed when booking. On-site stores at Indianapolis KOA and S and H Campground stock essential supplies, firewood, and some grocery items. Many cabins feature outdoor picnic tables, fire rings, and access to communal bathhouses with showers and flush toilets. Visitors staying at cabins with limited cooking facilities should plan to bring coolers, portable cooking equipment, and ready-to-eat meals, especially for extended stays.
"Booked here last minute for the night on my way west. Beautiful campground with lots of activities for the family. They are all dog friendly with a few small dog runs spread throughout the sites."
"Loved our cabin so cozy"
from $60 - $80 / night
"She helped with the reservation, she greeted us when we arrived, she even called to make sure we were doing ok driving it the first day."
"Right off highway to travel anywhere"
"They have a pool, stocked pond, game room, ice cream shop and cafe. Decent camp store. Staff super friendly and helpful."
"Several playgrounds! Campground big and spacious, highly recommend. Perfect distance from speedway."
"This was really convenient and close to Indy, where we took the grandkids to the children’s museum. The lake is fabulous, but there didn’t seem to be too many fish available for catching!!"
"Wide pull through spots with fire pits, picnic tables and plenty of grass. Tons to do with the kids, organized activities are well done. Staff stays on top of everything and is super helpful."
"This is just a really cute park to camp in, especially with kids. There is an abundance of activities to keep you and the little ones happy, especially around holidays."
from $50 - $79 / night
"However, it was a nice park and it was nice to get caught up on laundry and showers. "
from $45 - $65 / night
"Totally delightful, some full timers and part timers, many parks and benches to sit on, nice disk golf course. Showers bathroom game room and general store. Nice owners they have church on Sunday."
"Lots are level and include a picnic table and fire pit, with nice space between sites. The campsite is immaculate and well appointed. There is a pretty pond, pool, and many activities for kids."
from $35 - $58 / night
ScoutMark & Denise are great camp hosts they care about everyone and will help them if they need it. They do so much for the holidays and have some great times together around the campfires. Will miss them this winter but will be thinking of them during the Army Navy game. (A inside joke lol).
Scoutwe arrived during a halloween kids party. the hostess was super nice. the women’s showers and wash rooms clean. the men’s shower was sport locker style.
ScoutBeautiful, great amenities too. Right off highway to travel anywhere
GuideGreat place to stay. Full hook ups, about 90 percent level sites. 33 RV sites and 3 or 4 primitive camp sites. The main bathhouse is pretty clean, included laundry, and a great host and hostess (Mark and Denise). The only bad is the price hikes here. One would think MWR would throw money towards some things...like a dog park, some leveling, lights at the kids playground, and MWR sponsored and paid for holiday parties/outings for vets, retirees, and all the active here on base. But nope, just collecting revenue without any beanies. Anyway, the host keeps it grounded.
ScoutGreat staff, super helpful! Put us in their “VIP” spots on the “hill”. Access to the family fun zone including in the stay. So much for our littles to do! And totally safe and clean.
GuideMy husband and I and our 2 dogs stayed 4 nights at the campground for an event. Right outside of Hartford city you never know what to expect. We were pleasantly surprised at how nice the campground is. There is a pool, a lake in the back for fishing, 2 kids parks, a mini putting area, and lots of open field. No noise from traffic, you are close to Hartford city if you need anything (just don’t go to the McDonald’s). Lots of other campers here that seem to have annual stays. We choose spot 108 because it was in the back and pretty secluded, no one else was around us. Picnic tables and firepits at the sites. They also have buddy campsites. We didn’t use the wifi but it was accessible. They also have a rec area and have campsite chat nights, games, and all the fun stuff. Great place and would stay again!
GuideLevel sites, electric and sewer at each site, clean facilities, camp ground clean. Was quite less the muffled sounds of the gun range for reserve troops training/qualifying. Mark the host was very helpful and inviting. Free laundry facilities. There is no WiFi, cell coverage was good. I used a Starlink and worked great. This RV park is on base and you need verified access. Overall it’s a nice place for the price (stayed 5 days).
LegendThe Indianapolis KOA was easy to find just off I-70. We had heard that check-in involved a tight turn near the office, but we had no issues navigating the turn with our 40’ fifth wheel and F450. Check-in was quick and easy, and we proceeded to deluxe Paw Pen Site D55, a pull-through with full hookups. We’ve stayed at KOAs with Paw Pens before, but this location had the largest fenced dog area we’ve seen to date, which was a nice surprise. Cell coverage was solid with 3 bars on both Verizon and T-Mobile. The campground has a lot of mature trees, so satellite service could be challenging depending on site location. For this overnight stay, we used our T-Mobile Home Internet and saw 35.4 Mbps download speeds instead of deploying Starlink. Campground Wi-Fi was available but slow at 3.89 Mbps download. The laundry room was clean and well maintained, with large washers and dryers. There was signage noting that the well water may stain white clothing, but we washed some white items without any issues. Take a few minutes to read the campground rules—they’re surprisingly hilarious and worth the laugh. Overall, this was a great overnight stop and one of the better KOA stays we’ve had.
ScoutDo you have kids? They have it covered, from playground, to lake with inflatables, train rides, Holiday fun.
Adults? I see Cornhole every weekend, Campfires, Holiday Events, Golf Cart Parades, DJ's or Live Bands on the weekend, Friendly Seasonal Folks always up for a good time.
Ameneties? Bath Houses, Laundry, General Store, Small Grill and Pizza Oven. (Pizza is not half bad either).
Amish make their presence felt on a few weekends throughout the season, from fresh Bakery Goods to a Healthy Sized Sausage Egg Biscuit. (You won't be disappointed)
Food Trucks on a few weekends throughout the season.
Camping cabins near Pendleton, Indiana provide lodging options approximately 30 miles northeast of Indianapolis. The area features rolling terrain with elevations between 850-950 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F with humidity levels often exceeding 70%, making climate-controlled accommodations particularly valuable during peak season.
Fishing at Pine Lake: Pine Lake Fishing & Camping Resort offers lakefront cabins with direct access to fishing opportunities. "The lake is fabulous, but there didn't seem to be too many fish available for catching!! Pretty place and fun for a laid back place to stay," notes camper Debbie S.
Swimming and water activities: Cornerstone Campground features water recreation options for cabin guests. "There is a pretty pond, pool, and many activities for kids. I enjoyed the peaceful ambience and walking trails through the trees," shares kathleen, who stayed at Cornerstone Campground.
Attend weekend events: Many cabin rental locations host regular weekend activities. At S and H Campground, one visitor noted, "We stayed on a Thursday, but saw that they have a ton of activities going on during the weekend including live music and cornhole tournaments."
Transportation to concerts: Mystic Waters Campground provides shuttle service to nearby music venues. "We enjoyed the bus ride both days to see Dave Matthews Band," says Christopher N. about his stay at Mystic Waters Campground.
Family-friendly environment: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park offers "clean, friendly staff and lots to do for the whole family!" according to Chris B. The Jellystone Park features "Wide pull through spots with fire pits, picnic tables and plenty of grass. Tons to do with the kids, organized activities are well done," as Tiana K. mentions.
Onsite dining options: Many cabin rentals provide food service. At Indianapolis KOA, Mary T. explains, "We ordered pizza for dinner they deliver to the site which is nice. Ice cream available a lot of flavors and real ice cream not just soft serve."
Noise considerations: Highway proximity affects some cabins. "This is a great campground for RVs and cabins, but unfortunately not for tents as the highway 69 is too noisy," reports David C. about his stay at Mystic Waters.
Seasonal availability: Several cabin rentals operate limited schedules. S and H Campground is busiest during major events, with one visitor noting, "If looking for peace and quiet DO NOT come on a holiday!"
Bathroom quality varies: Not all cabin camping facilities maintain the same standards. "The only thing we didn't like was the bathroom conditions. The floor tiles were breaking off and there was certainly a mold issue," shares Jessica D. about her experience.
Entertainment options: Cabin camping locations near Pendleton offer various activities for children. "There is an abundance of activities to keep you and the little ones happy, especially around holidays. The amenities are great and the sites definitely large enough not to feel crowded," reports Debbie S. about Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park.
Swimming amenities: Several locations feature water attractions. At S and H Campground, "They have a pool, stocked pond, game room, ice cream shop and cafe. Decent camp store."
Consider off-peak timing: Holiday weekends bring larger crowds and different experiences. Garrick H. notes, "Keep in mind it was Memorial Day weekend. Hancock County had 2" of rain on Friday. The campground (lower) sits at a low elevation. Our site was 70% flooded."
Level site importance: Some cabin areas have uneven terrain. At S and H Campground, one camper mentioned "our site was incredibly uneven," suggesting checking site conditions before booking.
Proximity to Indianapolis attractions: Indianapolis KOA provides cabin lodging with "20 minutes to downtown attractions," according to Tom O., making it convenient for accessing urban amenities while staying in cabin accommodations.
Electric reliability: During peak usage, electric systems may be strained. "When everyone started turning on their AC, my surge protector kept kicking due to voltage swings," reports one camper, suggesting bringing surge protectors when staying in electrified cabins during hot weather.
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