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    Mississinewa Lake Campground accommodates pets with designated sites for dogs throughout the facility. The campground offers a variety of accommodation types including tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins where pets are welcome. All sites include fire rings and picnic tables, with many visitors noting the clean facilities and spacious layout ideal for families with pets. Pets must be kept on leashes no longer than 6 feet when outside the camping unit, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their animals. The bathrooms and showers are generally well-maintained though some visitors report occasional plumbing issues in the women's facilities.

    Hiking trails around the lake provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, with multiple path options ranging from easy lakeside walks to more challenging wooded routes. The lake access points allow dogs to cool off, though pets are not permitted on the designated swimming beach. Most campsites have sufficient shade and grassy areas for pets to rest comfortably during summer months. Seasonal considerations include raccoon activity near the cabins, which pet owners should monitor carefully. Nearby Peru offers veterinary services approximately 25 minutes from the campground. France Park and Tall Sycamore Campground also welcome pets, with France Park offering additional cabin options for visitors with dogs. Cell service is limited throughout the area, with most visitors reporting only 1-3 bars, which may affect access to online pet resources or emergency veterinary information.

    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Peru (62)

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      1. Mississinewa Lake Campground

      4.0(24)9mi from Peru405 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Locsted on puplic water source lzke near Peru Indiana. Clean and spacious sites. About $25 plus $7.00 park entry fee for 50/30 amp with water. Nice restrooms and showers. Dump site available."

      "We went swimming in the lake. We also had fun trying to outsmart the raccoons that lived under the mini cabins. They were everywhere!"

      from $20 - $52 / night

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      2. Tall Sycamore Campground

      4.0(5)9mi from PeruRVs, Tents

      from $45 - $55 / night

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      3. France Park

      4.4(14)19mi from PeruRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "We had no idea it was so close to us too. We packed up the dogs and headed to France Park for a full day of exploring, followed by staying at a primitive campsite."

      "Our campsite was an odd size and a tight drive to back into (but it was a busy weekend). We were excited for the waterfall but it was closed off."

      from $18 - $45 / night

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      4. Heritage Farm Alpaca Experience

      4.6(8)21mi from Peru3 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "The bathroom (with a shower) is accessed from just outside the back door but is heated. The kitchen is an outdoor grill and picnic table, but we did not use this. "

      "Around the barn is a private fire pit, and Tim provided firewood upon request. Private toilets are a few steps away which are very clean. "

      from $35 - $235 / night

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      5. Salamonie River State Forest

      4.7(6)20mi from PeruRVs, Tents

      "I return to Salamonie River State Forest year after year because it truly feels like Northeast Indiana’s best-kept secret."

      "As far as Indiana parks goes, this is a hidden gem. We have camped here many times. Even the trails we frequent always seem new because each season offers a different kind of beauty."

      from $13 - $15 / night

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      6. Lost Bridge West State Recreation Area Campgrounds — Salamonie Lake

      4.8(11)24mi from Peru338 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "It would have been nice if there were pet station placed around the campground to make it easy for dog walkers to rid themselves of their full poop bags and to provide folks a place to get poop bags if"

      "This is one of the best parks we have been to in Indiana. We Volunteer all over our the USA at State Parks and National Forest. So we know what to look for."

      from $14 - $35 / night

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      7. Morels on the Wabash

      5.0(1)18mi from Peru3 sitesCabins, Glamping

      from $155 - $225 / night

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      8. Tippecanoe River State Park Campground

      4.2(30)36mi from Peru188 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "This campground is a great place for families and pets. We camped in the electric part of the park. During our stay we enjoyed the hiking opportunities for us and our dogs."

      "There is no pool or camp store and cell service is limited so it is a great place to get away from it all. Lots of kids riding bikes and playing at the playground."

      from $14 - $50 / night

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      9. Deer Creek Co Park

      5.0(1)20mi from PeruRVs, Tents
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      10. Mississinewa Lake Seasonal Campground

      Be the first to review9mi from Peru42 sitesRVs
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    • EThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 8, 2025

      Rvino - Lost Acres, LLC

      Family Fun

      A relaxing campground for the whole family. Swimming, camp fires, children parks, dog park, small trails, and only 10 minutes from Indiana beach. Love staying here.

    • Tiffany H.
      May. 21, 2026

      North Trace RV Resort

      Great Resort

      Amazing new resort! All paved and concrete- very clean and offers some amazing amenities! 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. The staff was also so friendly and helpful, made me feel right at home - I didn't want to leave. I will defiantly return!

    • Jennifer H.
      Jul. 26, 2024

      Norway Campground

      Great seasonal park

      This park is under new ownership. They have gotten the pool repaired and open and have cleaned up much of the park with more to come. The creek flowing through makes it so cool and peaceful and the animal life is beautiful. Saw a huge crane in the creek today along with a whole duck family…the folks there are friendly. There’s a dog park, playground, bounce pad, basketball court, pavilion and a great big dam across the street where the fishing is great! Boats are welcome and the staff is great!

    • Stuart S.
      Aug. 8, 2018

      Mississinewa Lake Campground

      Nice clean public camping.

      Locsted on puplic water source lzke near Peru Indiana. Clean and spacious sites. About $25 plus $7.00 park entry fee for 50/30 amp with water. Nice restrooms and showers. Dump site available. Some sites on the lake.

    • Susan W.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 28, 2026

      Salamonie River State Forest

      Small Gem, Big Shine!

      I return to Salamonie River State Forest year after year because it truly feels like Northeast Indiana’s best-kept secret. This 21‑site primitive campground offers peaceful seclusion, 4 pit toilets, and two water sources—including a spring‑fed spigot with crisp, cold, delicious drinking water. I’ve stayed at several sites, with Site 18 and Site 20 as favorites. Tent‑friendly, small camper-friendly, pet‑friendly, and just $15/night, it sits beside horse trails, hiking routes, and great fishing. A small campground with big shine—highly recommended.

    • Rachel W.
      Jul. 8, 2018

      Mississinewa Lake Campground

      Great

      This campground was clean and fun! We went swimming in the lake. We also had fun trying to outsmart the raccoons that lived under the mini cabins. They were everywhere! Also if you want to drive to nearby Peru, Indiana you should check out their circus festival and youth circus! It was amazing to see these kids perform circus tricks!

    • Burns G.
      Jun. 28, 2021

      Lost Bridge West State Recreation Area Campgrounds — Salamonie Lake

      Lakeside Fun

      The beach was clean and fun. Not very busy when we were there, which was nice. We stayed on Campsite 208. Nice size campsite, which good shade. The campsite did have a bigger than expected slope, but nothing horrible. Some campsite s looked amazing and others looked to be in major need of some TLC. Most of the campsites were in need of a fresh layer of gravel for their parking pads. The restrooms were clean, and the hot water was plentiful for my shower. It would have been nice if there were pet station placed around the campground to make it easy for dog walkers to rid themselves of their full poop bags and to provide folks a place to get poop bags if they forgot to bring some. Overall a great weekend.

    • Diane T.
      Jul. 7, 2018

      Tippecanoe River State Park Campground

      Clean, green and needs to be seen!

      This campground is a great place for families and pets.

      We camped in the electric part of the park. During our stay we enjoyed the hiking opportunities for us and our dogs.

      There were children involved in bike riding and playing at the playground every day and activities like the park Challenge to explore the park in a guided way, looking for local animals and skeletal remains.

      Yu can also fish, canoe, Kayak or tube on the Tippecanoe River.

      The Comfort Buildings were well lit and clean. They were also well stocked.

      There was a horse camp available as well as youth tenting and cabins to rent.

      This is a great State Park with more things to offer in addition to the ones mentioned above. We will definitely be back.Check it out for yourself soon!

    • D
      Oct. 26, 2025

      Bachelor Runn Campground

      Run down

      We camped here for a little over a year and the place has gone downhill fast. Property is hardly kept up, owner allows trashy campers yo be abandoned on the property, most of the people camping here don’t pay, loose dogs and cats run around the campground. Price is $700 for four weeks with electric only. Bath house is disgusting. The area and space is nice but that’s about it

    Guide to Peru

    Mississinewa Lake area offers multiple camping options surrounding the 3,180-acre reservoir created by the dam on the Mississinewa River. The region averages 40 inches of rainfall annually with summer temperatures typically reaching 80-85°F during peak camping season. Fall camping provides colorful foliage viewing with temperatures dropping to 50-65°F during September and October.

    What to do

    Hiking through winter months: Lost Bridge West State Recreation Area maintains year-round trails with varying difficulty levels. "Winter camping so no showers/bathrooms. Great area, lots of wildlife. They have wifi (by the water tower) nice lake, some trails," notes kim K.

    Visit local alpacas: Heritage Farm Alpaca Experience provides unique animal interactions for campers. "Tim and Beth were very welcoming, as was Juno, their dog. We enjoyed helping to feed the Alpacas–they have over 50," shares one visitor. The farm includes a boutique shop selling alpaca wool products.

    Explore limestone quarries: France Park features swimming in former quarries with exceptionally clear water. "The quarry, wow! It was beyond stunning and never what I expected to see in an Indiana park. We had an amazing hike, checking out the quarry," reports Jennifer K. The park includes waterfall viewing along well-maintained trails.

    What campers like

    Level, accessible campsites: At Tall Sycamore Campground, sites accommodate various camping styles. "I love staying by the Wabash River at Tall Sycamore. It's a true community where everyone helps one another and the carry in dinners are fun and delicious!" says Jennifer H.

    Clean facilities: Campers appreciate the maintenance level at many local campgrounds. "The area is extremely nice and relatively quiet. Sites are spacious and it did not feel like we were cramped in, like some campgrounds. Brand new bathhouse was extremely nice," reports Josh at Mississinewa Lake.

    Stargazing opportunities: Clear night skies make this region ideal for astronomy enthusiasts. "Clean sites, definitely seemed geared towards rv/campers but we fit in with our tent. Amazing spot for stargazing. Local trails are abundant and vary in difficulty," writes Lauren Z. about her experience at Mississinewa Lake.

    What you should know

    Seasonal access limitations: Winter camping offers unique experiences but with facility restrictions. "Winter camping so no showers/bathrooms. Great area, lots of wildlife," notes a Salamonie Lake reviewer. Most campgrounds maintain partial accessibility year-round.

    Cell service concerns: Limited connectivity affects most area campgrounds. "Internet rarely worked and Verizon coverage was extremely minimal," reports Josh at Mississinewa Lake. Prepare offline entertainment and emergency contact plans accordingly.

    Grocery availability: Stock up before arrival as shopping options are limited. "Not many grocery stores in the immediate area, ensure you have what you need or plan to drive in to Peru (about 25-30 min away)," advises one camper at Salamonie River State Forest where primitive camping costs just $13.

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground proximity: Select sites near play areas for convenient supervision. "For the playground, sites 2,3,4,6,&7 have direct access to a playground& you can watch your children from your site," notes Cynthia K. about Tippecanoe River State Park.

    Quiet environment for children: Several campgrounds maintain family-friendly atmospheres with noise control. "We've stayed twice over different holiday weekends and it's been quiet and no rowdy partying which is a plus for us since we have small children," shares one visitor.

    Water activities for kids: Multiple locations offer swimming and water access. "The beach was clean and fun. Not very busy when we were there, which was nice," reports Burns G. about their experience camping with family.

    Tips from RVers

    Water fill-up timing: Plan your water tank filling strategically. "Down side is if you don't haul with water you better fill up at the fill station when you see it cuz it gets busy," warns Elizabeth T. about Mississinewa Lake.

    Dump station congestion: Allow extra time during checkout for sanitary services. "When you are leaving there are 3 dump stations and it can get really really busy and long waits," explains a reviewer about peak season departures.

    Electric hookup availability: Most area campgrounds offer varying levels of electrical service. "There are some spots with full hookups. Most are electric only," notes one camper about the options available for RVs of different sizes and power requirements.

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