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Chain O'Lakes State Park Campground permits pets at all camping sites, including its cabins, RV and tent areas. The campground maintains a standard pet policy requiring dogs to remain on leashes no longer than 6 feet when outside accommodation units. Blue Lake Campground in Churubusco offers campers with pets several amenities including clean shower facilities and full hookups for RVs, while Johnny Appleseed Campground in Fort Wayne features what campers describe as exceptionally clean pet-friendly restrooms with keycode access. Most campgrounds in the region enforce common pet policies including proper waste disposal and restrictions on leaving pets unattended.
Several hiking trails surrounding Chain O'Lakes State Park accommodate leashed dogs, with nine connecting lakes providing water access opportunities for pets that enjoy swimming. The nearby Angola/Hogback Lake KOA Holiday welcomes pets year-round with 435 sites including cabin options. Bixler Lake Park & Campground in Kendallville maintains a seasonal operation from late April through mid-October with pet-friendly tent, RV and cabin sites. Veterinary services are available in Fort Wayne approximately 20 minutes from Spencerville, with additional options in Auburn and Kendallville. Campers report the pet park at Johnny Appleseed Campground features a well-maintained yard area, making it particularly suitable for extended stays with dogs.
"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 - $90 / night
Check Availability"The location here is pretty crazy it’s right in the middle of town but feels like a park there is a river and wooded area that makes you feel like you are in nature but you are just a parking lot **away **"
"Easy access to downtown, the Coliseum, IPFW, and shopping. The River Greenway path cuts right through the park, and there is also a boat launch for the river."
from $20 - $129 / night
Check Availability"There's 2 dump stations located in loops 3 & 4. IN THE CAMPGROUND! NEXT TO CAMPSITES!!!!"
"Pokagon (po KAY gun) has everything from a toboggan run to a lodge to lakes all around...you cannot be bored here. Open year round (limited campgrounds and services in winter)."
from $20 - $480 / night
Check Availability"Very close to the event center and auto center where they have alot of big events. Its a gravel lot in the middle of a field but they have all the normal amenities."
from $25 - $38 / night
Check Availability"There is a dog park for walking the dog but with so much driveway I just walk the dog around the park. They have several dog bag stations around the park to make clean up easy."
"They have all of the KOA amenities pool, lazy river, jump pillow, playground and dog park. Entire campground was clean and well maintained."
"I camped in a tent next to the cabin that my sister rented so I'm not sure about the tent sites that are available."
"Been here nearly a month and definitely will be back."
from $25 - $60 / night
Check Availability"Enjoyed the pool, pickleball and walking the trails. Has a 9hole disc golf. Very cool place and Angola has a lot to offer."
from $25 - $45 / night
Check Availability"So many legends have been on the stage at Buck Lake Ranch including Dolly Parton!"
"They have all your hook ups but what was really special was the peace at the lake. It melted all the stress of driving away only if for a short while."
from $25 - $100 / night
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ScoutAmazing 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!
GuideI stayed at this place when it was B&B and it is now a KOA. Several new sites were added and the park appears to be much cleaner. The restrooms are nice and the camp personnel are friendly. There is a dog park for walking the dog but with so much driveway I just walk the dog around the park. They have several dog bag stations around the park to make clean up easy. There are 3 playgrounds and boat area on the lake. I believe you can rent boats to fish even though I never have. I will definitely stay here again.
LegendThe location here is pretty crazy it’s right in the middle of town but feels like a park there is a river and wooded area that makes you feel like you are in nature but you are just a parking lot away from an arena and college. There is a playground and a dog park. Here as well as ball diamonds. This is a great family friendly place but is very very busy during the season.
GuideWe enjoyed the stay at this campground. They have all of the KOA amenities pool, lazy river, jump pillow, playground and dog park. Entire campground was clean and well maintained. This campground also sits on the shores of Hogback Lake which is an all sports lake. Many things to do in the area Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve, Pokagon State Park(hiking, biking and horseback riding), Amish communities close by, Black Pine Animal Sanctuary, Angola, IN many shopping and dining experiences.
GuideGreat campground in the heart of Amish country. Near Elkhart and the RV/MH Hall of Fame & Museum. Great place to visit, really interesting. Also, near Shipshewana. Campground has lots of activities: pool, miniature golf, volley ball, fishing pond, big chess set, bike rental, mining area, playground, and rec. hall w/ video games, pool, ping pong, air hockey, and juke box. Nice little store. Dog park. Clean restrooms. Friendly owner and employees. Lots of mature shed trees.
GuideWe have been here a few times. Really enjoy the secluded sites and the lake. It’s a small campground but it’s clean and quiet. Most sites don’t have water hookups but they do have electric. There isn’t much to do outside of the campground but there is a nice lake with canoe and kayak rentals. Very pet friendly and even has a dog beach.
ScoutPet friendly. Great camp store. Clean campground. Nice beach. Beautiful!!
GuideThey have a tremendous pet park with a well maintained yard. The only problem so far has been the water distribution. But the price is very affordable. My site was 30 dollars a night. Bath house and bathrooms are very nicely kept clean. And there is a river right beside it.
LegendWe were passing through and decided to stop for frozen custard at the stand right next to the campground. The first review for this place did not seem very inviting but a more recent one was a little more positive. After checking it out, I thought it could use a little reinforcement of the positives! I’m not sure if there have been new owners since the first review but I received a very friendly greeting, and the office is open from 9 am– 8 pm and clearly marked as the place to check-in.
There are many options here: back-in or pull-thru tent sites, w/e sites, full hook-up sites, camper cabins, and fully equipped cabins. The campsites range from $32-$46 per night and the cabins range from $69-$144 per night. Sites 47-52 are close to the road so you will hear road noise, but Sites 11-35 are farther from the road and are more shaded. The layout is RV park style but there is reasonable separation between the sites.
The restrooms have a code for entry, and I did not see the inside of these.
Amenities include:
- a community fire pit
- game room with television
- guest laundry
- dump station
- gift shop
- pet friendly options
-WiFi
- There is, of course, an ice cream/frozen custard stand that I dare you to resist.
While we would not consider it a destination, we would definitely consider camping here en route – the price is reasonable, and the staff is friendly and welcoming.
Chain O'Lakes State Park offers nine interconnected lakes and several campground options for outdoor enthusiasts near Spencerville, Indiana. The park spans over 2,700 acres with elevations ranging from 950 to 1,000 feet above sea level. Campgrounds in this region typically operate from April through October, with some facilities remaining open year-round.
Water activities on multiple lakes: Chain O'Lakes State Park Dispersed Campsite provides access to boating opportunities across connected waterways. As visitor Clay T. notes, "The cheapest campsite at primitive camping is $12 bucks. (Tent sites) For more, you can get electric hookup sites galore that all include a fire ring picnic table and a pretty leveled out spot."
Hiking trail system: Pokagon State Park Campground features "an extensive trail system to enjoy that connects with the nearby nature preserve," according to reviewer Shelly S. The park also offers "horse tours and a very nice Inn for the less 'natural' crowd."
Wildlife viewing: Enjoy observing local fauna at Chain O'Lakes. "Nice quiet campground with lots of wildlife. Tent lots are flat and a good size. RR and showers nearby," reports Karson G.
Winter recreation: For cold-weather camping, Pokagon State Park maintains year-round operations. One visitor mentions "trails, beaches, boats, horses... so many things to do" regardless of season.
Lake access for fishing: Angola/Hogback Lake KOA Holiday sits on the shores of Hogback Lake. Andrew M. describes it as "an all sports lake" with "many things to do in the area including Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve, Pokagon State Park (hiking, biking and horseback riding), Amish communities close by, Black Pine Animal Sanctuary, Angola, IN many shopping and dining experiences."
Clean facilities: Campers consistently praise the shower and bathroom facilities at several parks. At Johnny Appleseed Campground, Derek N. reports, "Showers/restrooms are locked with a code and very clean. I didn't use the showers, but they look above average compared the the other dozen I've seen this summer."
Family-friendly amenities: Angola/Hogback Lake KOA provides extensive recreation options. Ashley G. says they have "Events every weekend and some fun for everyone," though she cautions, "DONT rent a 4 person bike unless you're incredibly fit, it is no leisurely stroll."
Quiet environment: Bixler Lake Park & Campground receives praise for its peaceful atmosphere. Ray L. notes, "This is by far the place to just relax. It does have its moments..Holidays and special events. Even then campers here live by the lights out code."
Site considerations: At Chain O'Lakes State Park Campground, campers should be aware of seasonal variations. Truly W. observed, "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."
Road noise: Some campgrounds experience traffic sound. At Angola/Hogback Lake KOA, Michael G. noted, "Highway noise was terrible. So many open spaces and we're assigned a highway space."
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