Best Cabin Camping near Wabash, IN

Several state parks and private campgrounds near Wabash, Indiana offer furnished cabin rentals with varying amenities. Heritage Farm Alpaca Experience features a historic 170-year-old log cabin that sleeps up to six people in one upstairs room with two full-size beds and two twin beds. The cabin is heated by a gas stove with a heated bathroom accessed from just outside the back door. Tippecanoe River State Park provides small cabin accommodations with two bunk beds, a small loft, and a table inside. These cabins include electricity for charging devices, with cabins 4 and 5 offering more privacy. Mississinewa Lake Campground offers simple mini cabins, though campers should be aware of potential wildlife encounters. According to one visitor, "We had fun trying to outsmart the raccoons that lived under the mini cabins. They were everywhere!"

Rustic and deluxe cabins are available depending on the location, with most requiring advance reservations, especially during summer months. Pet policies vary by property, with some locations like Camp Timber Lake and Lost Bridge West State Recreation Area at Salamonie Lake permitting pets in select cabins. Most state park cabins book through the Indiana DNR reservation system, which allows visitors to view photos of specific sites before booking. Seasonal availability differs across properties, with Chain O' Lakes State Park and Tippecanoe River State Park operating year-round, while Hoffman Lake Campground is open from mid-April through September. One guest noted of Tippecanoe River's cabins: "The cabins are small but perfectly fine for our group with two bunk beds, a small loft, and a small table inside. They have electricity so charging phones and devices is not a problem."

Most cabin rentals provide beds and basic furniture but require guests to bring their own linens, pillows, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between properties, from outdoor grills and picnic tables at more rustic sites to basic indoor kitchenettes at more developed locations. Firewood is typically available for purchase at campground offices or from camp hosts, with prices ranging from $6-7 per bundle. Many campgrounds feature well-stocked general stores with camping essentials, food items, and ice. Visitors staying at cabins should check specific amenity lists before arrival, as bathroom access may be in separate buildings rather than inside the cabin itself, particularly at more rustic properties.

Best Cabin Sites Near Wabash, Indiana (26)

    1. Mississinewa Lake Campground

    23 Reviews
    Somerset, IN
    9 miles
    +1 (765) 473-6528

    $19 - $55 / night

    "If you want woodsy, private sites, don’t come here. Most are grassy and sunny. There are many areas where the sites back up close to each other. 2 rows of full hookup."

    "Campsites have a gravel parking pad, picnic table, fire-ring, electrical hookups, and thick health grass which is awesome if you're staying in a tent!"

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

    11 Reviews
    Andrews, IN
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 468-2125

    $12 - $32 / night

    "Beach within the park. Comfort Stations are fairly clean. 3 playgrounds. some woodsy sites. Visit Pirate’s Cove Marina for supplies, wood, and boat rentals."

    "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."

    3. Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground

    52 Reviews
    Albion, IN
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 636-2654

    $12 - $90 / night

    "There are five facilities with showers and running water and six pit toilets. drinking water is accessible throughout the park."

    "However, the many amenities are a great way to find peace with the 9 lakes, 12 trails and a beach for swimming."

    5. Camp Timber Lake

    4 Reviews
    Roanoke, IN
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 672-3251

    $20 - $25 / night

    "Escaped to this little place on the outskirts of Fort Wayne, Indiana and it was absolutely worth it. Everyone was nice including the neighboring campers."

    "Campground is located on private property and all of the primitive spots are right on the lake or very close to it. "

    6. France Park

    14 Reviews
    Logansport, IN
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (574) 753-2928

    $18 - $45 / night

    "We heard a lot of good things recently about this park. We had no idea it was so close to us too."

    "Lots for the kids to do- park, beach, fishing, pretty trails, waterfall, little camp store etc... This is only an hour from us so, good place to go to get away and not have that drive far."

    7. Tippecanoe River State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Winamac, IN
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (574) 946-3213

    $12 - $55 / night

    "We visited this park twice (once in Sept 2020 and again in June 2021).  Both times we stayed in the cabin campground and both times had very good experiences.  "

    "The sites were a good size, complete with fire pit, grill grate, and picnic table, and the entire campground was well maintained. The pit toilets were cleaned daily and were always well stocked."

    8. Heritage Farm Alpaca Experience

    8 Reviews
    Cutler, IN
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 860-9872

    $35 - $235 / night

    "There are several options available: tent camping (including a tree tent!), RV camping (two with electric hookups), and a 170-year-old log cabin."

    "The beautiful farm is located in a rural area. Upon arrival we wasn’t sure where to go. There wasn’t a sign but we called Tim and he came right out and showed us to our spot."