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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.
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Salamonie River State Forest maintains primitive campsites for $13 per night with no reservations required. The park's pet-friendly sites accommodate tents and RVs, offering spacious, wooded camping areas with fire rings and picnic tables. Campers must purchase firewood Monday through Friday between 8 am and 3 pm. Though lacking showers or electric hookups, the campground provides clean vault toilets and drinking water. Sites remain generally available even during summer weekends. The forest's camping area stays quiet and secluded, making it ideal for campers with dogs seeking a peaceful outdoor experience.
The forest features several hiking trails with seasonal waterfalls and fishing opportunities that accommodate leashed pets. Campers report discovering new trail experiences each season as the landscape changes throughout the year. Mississinewa Lake Campground, located about 30 minutes from Wabash, offers more amenities for pet owners including electric hookups, water access, and shower facilities, though dogs are not permitted on the beach areas. The campground maintains clean, level sites with sufficient space between neighbors. Cell service is limited in both locations, with Mississinewa offering only one bar of Verizon coverage, allowing for a true disconnect from technology while camping with pets.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Wabash (69)
1. Mississinewa Lake Campground
"We went swimming in the lake. We also had fun trying to outsmart the raccoons that lived under the mini cabins. They were everywhere!"
"I have been to 9 other Indiana State parks, this one is in the top half. Great sites and clean. Large clean lake with beach. Lots of trails and many views. Staff is very friendly."
from $20 - $52 / night
Check Availability2. Lost Bridge West State Recreation Area Campgrounds — Salamonie Lake
"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
Check Availability3. Salamonie River State Forest
"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
Check Availability4. Kil-So-Quah - J. Edward Roush Lake
"It was very relaxing and I also enjoyed walking on different paths to enjoy nature as it was. I would highly recommend this campground to anyone. It is also family friended"
"Kil-so-qauh, used to be a little hidden gem right outside of town but has turned into quite a popular place, but for good reason."
5. Kilsoquah Camp
"Some sites around the back are more private than others. There are not trails to hike but some space to bike. Access to the lake is quite a distance from the actual campground."
"We found a cozy camp site along the back ring near the river. We didn’t have a view but there was an area to go walk over to that had a very picturesque."
from $12 - $15 / night
Check Availability6. Tall Sycamore Campground
"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!"
"Clean Restrooms and parks and Nice Pool on The Beautiful Wabash River. I suggest Primitive Camping myself👌🤌. Tent and camper camping is a little Too Tight for my taste."
from $45 - $55 / night
Check Availability7. Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground
"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."
"Only stopped here for the night to catch a rest so cannot speak to the trails or lakes."
from $14 - $80 / night
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9. Camp Timber Lake
"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. "
from $20 - $25 / night
Check Availability10. France Park
"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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Drive Time
- 38 min from Kokomo, IN
- 48 min from Fort Wayne, IN
- 1 hr 5 min from Lafayette, IN
- 1 hr 11 min from Muncie, IN
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Wabash, IN
382 Reviews of 69 Wabash Campgrounds
Tiffany H.ScoutNorth 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!
johny R.
LegendJohnny Appleseed Campground
Great location
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 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.
Jennifer H.ScoutNorway 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!
Susan W.
TravelerSalamonie 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.
Michael L.TravelerMuncie RV Resort
Solid choice -- Near Mounds state park, city of Anderson, and I-69
I stayed with full hookups, but no cable (don't need it, so don't know if it's available) and we weren't close enough to connect to the WIFI (only close enough to occasionally see 1 bar pop up).
Friendly folks, catch and release fishing pond, and a pond with beach for swimming. Good size playground, jump pad, and off-leash"dog park" available as well.
On AT&T, I typically had 2 bars and no problem streaming music or browsing Facebook. My fellow travelers, on Sprint, said they had poor reception. I'm guessing 1 bar.
Worth noting that my wife said the water pressure in the shower house was fairly low. (I shower in the camper, so can't comment.) Water pressure was fine at our site, though. Also worth noting that many of the back-in sites can be pull-through if you get there when it's not busy.
- Burns G.
GuideLost 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.Traveler
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!
- DDominic M.Scout
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 Wabash
Salamonie River State Forest and Mississinewa Lake provide camping options 30 minutes from Wabash. Both locations span 3,000+ acres of mixed hardwood forest with rocky ravines and seasonal waterfalls. Summer temperatures average 80-85°F with moderate humidity, while spring and fall camping sees temperatures ranging from 50-70°F with occasional rain.
What to do
Waterfall hiking: Explore the Three Falls Trail at Lost Bridge West State Recreation Area, a short but rewarding path. "This is one of my first trails I went on that started my love for hiking. It's so short and simple but we loved it. There was so much to see," notes Caitlin W.
Boating and fishing: J. Edward Roush Lake offers excellent water access for fishing enthusiasts. "We love camping at Kil-So-Quah. A nice quiet get away!" says Tina N. The lake provides ample room for various watercraft, though some campgrounds may have water level fluctuations.
Wildlife viewing: Salamonie Lake area hosts numerous bird species including eagles. "Regular campground with pit toilets. Electric and primitive sites available. Good bird watching spot. Lots of eagles," reports Erica A.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Chain O' Lakes State Park Campground maintains well-kept bathhouses and grounds. "Nice quiet campground with lots of wildlife. Tent lots are flat and a good size. RR and showers nearby," mentions Karson G.
Privacy options: Several campgrounds offer secluded sites away from crowds. "We found a cozy camp site along the back ring near the river. We didn't have a view but there was an area to go walk over to that had a very picturesque," says Matthew F. about Kilsoquah Camp.
Seasonal beauty: The region changes dramatically through the seasons. "The forest features several hiking trails with seasonal waterfalls. 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," shares Whitley K.
What you should know
Bathroom facilities vary: Campground bathrooms range from modern facilities to pit toilets. At Mississinewa Lake Campground, "The restrooms/ showers are quite dated and sparse. I only have one bar with Verizon," notes James W.
Reservation systems: Many campgrounds use different reservation systems. Some require advance booking while others operate first-come, first-served. "Small campground. 13$. No reservations, but sites seem readily available, even on weekends in the summer," reports Fern B.
Site terrain: Many sites require leveling equipment. "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," observes Burns G.
Tips for camping with families
Multiple playgrounds: Several campgrounds feature play areas for children. "The facility is clean and very safe. Between the hiking trails, boating, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and biking. You won't ever get bored," says Amanda J.
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