3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Glamping near Valparaiso, IN ranges from electric-hookup campsites with beach access to yurts with fifty-amp service, offering options suited to different comfort levels and budgets. Indiana Dunes State Park Campground boasts glamping accommodations with electric hookups, fifty-amp service, showers, and water access within walking distance of Lake Michigan. Spacious sites allow for large glamping setups with amenities like picnic tables and fire rings surrounded by fall foliage. Lakeshore Camp Resort offers glamping options with similar hookups plus a lake for swimming and fishing. Michigan City Campground provides year-round glamping accommodations with full hookups and resort-style amenities. One guest shared, "The campground was full, but not overcrowded. Very friendly neighbors and camp staff. There is a nice nature trail to the beach." Oak Lake RV Resort extends the luxury camping options with yurts among their accommodations, complete with fifty-amp service, propane fill, and laundry facilities for an elevated outdoor experience.
The three-dune challenge at Indiana Dunes provides a scenic adventure for glamping visitors seeking natural experiences beyond their luxury accommodations. Warren Dunes State Park Campground, approximately 40 miles from Valparaiso, features yurts among its glamping options with electric hookups, fifty-amp service, and showers while providing year-round access to expansive dune landscapes. Camp Bullfrog Lake offers cabin glamping with thirty-amp service and water recreation through boat access. Lake Michigan provides stunning sunset views from many glamping campsites, with beach access often just a short walk from luxury accommodations. According to a camper, "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." Most glamping sites require reservations and offer seasonal availability with peak times during summer months.
"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
"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."
"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
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."
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from $20 - $90 / 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."
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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
"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
RangerDunewood campground is a very well maintained campground with great privacy between sites, nice bathrooms, and blacktopped roads and sites. No electric hookups, but it has a dump station with water. The downside is lots of road and train noise, but the woodsy beauty and all the nearby trails, beaches, and historical sites make up for it. Good ATT service.
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.
Dispersed camping near Valparaiso, Indiana offers direct access to sandy dunes, wetlands, and hardwood forests. The region's elevation ranges from 600-800 feet above sea level, creating varied terrain for camping experiences. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F during peak camping months, with spring and fall offering cooler temperatures ideal for hiking.
Hiking the forested trails: At Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park, trails lead through diverse ecosystems. "The campsite was large and beautiful. Lots of nature, chill vibe. Great experience!" notes Veronica S. Many trails connect to the shoreline for day hikes.
Mountain biking on designated trails: Camp Bullfrog Lake provides access to extensive trail networks. "What's great about this location is the access to the miles and miles of MTB and hiking trails just out the front step of your campsite," shares Josh M. The single-track trails accommodate various skill levels.
Swimming in natural lakes: Several campgrounds maintain swimming areas separate from beach access. "The lake is pretty small but it was fun to putter around. The kayaks are $15 an hour and include life vests," explains Layla P. about Camp Bullfrog Lake. Swimming opportunities exist at inland lakes when Lake Michigan conditions are rough.
Secure camping environments: Michigan City Campground offers controlled entry for added safety. "Love the secure entrance and key card access. Pool and bathrooms were clean, although the bathroom could use a slight update," shares Beth B. The campground maintains quiet hours after 10 PM.
Clean bathroom facilities: Campgrounds near Valparaiso maintain serviceable facilities. "Station A looked like it had been totally rehabbed in the last 5 years. Everything looked nice & the showers could be turned to your preferred temperature. Cleaner than the last state park we were at for sure!" reports Cynthia K. about Tippecanoe River State Park Campground.
Night sky viewing opportunities: Clear nights reveal stellar displays. "We met with Richard to check things out. He spent a couple of hours showing us and allowing us to drive around to see where we would like to camp for a year," notes Andy at Oak Lake RV Resort, highlighting staff who can direct campers to optimal stargazing locations.
Train noise affects some campgrounds: Railroad tracks near certain sites create noise disturbances. "Really great park! The only reason I rate this park a three is that it's very close to train lines and the trains going through and blasting their horns all night long," warns Kaley A. about Indiana Dunes State Park.
Seasonal mosquito concerns: Wetland areas breed insects during warm months. "The mosquitoes were horrible. It was almost impossible to sit outside in the evening," reports Katrin M. about camping at Dunewood. Bug spray with DEET is essential during summer.
Limited water hookups: Many campgrounds require preparation. "Get water before setting up at the water station after the small gatehouse," advises Cynthia K. about Tippecanoe River State Park. "It is electric only but that didn't really bother us—we just showed up with the water tank full and other tanks empty," shares Greg S.
Playground proximity: Choose sites near play areas for convenience. "Sites 2,3,4,6, & 7 have direct access to a playground & you can watch your children from your site," explains Cynthia K. about Tippecanoe River State Park Campground. "Our site was right next to the playground and my kids had a blast swinging, climbing, and jumping while we set up camp," adds Sadie H. about Oak Lake RV Resort.
Swimming options beyond Lake Michigan: Inland lakes provide alternatives when the big lake is rough. "We pulled in around 4:30 in the evening. The sight was spacious with plenty of room between sites. You are within walking distance to the beach within the park," notes Chris M.
Fire preparation: Buy wood locally or bring proper tools. "Firewood was still wet and hard to burn," warns Lawrence B. about Camp Bullfrog Lake. Many campgrounds sell firewood on-site, but quality varies by recent weather conditions.
Electric service variations: Check specific amperage availability. "We had a back in sight #69. There was plenty of space on all sides. We have a 37' motorhome and pulled a Jeep behind it. The sight had 50 amp electric hook ups but no water or sewer connections," details Chris M. about Warren Dunes State Park Campground.
Premium site options: Larger rigs benefit from designated areas. "We stayed in the premium sites which were 90ft pull through with 50A service, water and sewer, and the best wifi I have seen at a campsite," reports Craig C. about Michigan City Campground. These sites typically cost $8-15 more per night.
Dump station timing: Plan departures to avoid lines. "Two dump stations made wait minimal," notes Jeffrey S. about Warren Dunes. Weekend checkout times (11am-1pm) typically create the longest waits at dump stations.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Valparaiso, IN is Dunewood Campground — Indiana Dunes National Park with a 4.4-star rating from 133 reviews.
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