The best camping near Pokagon State Park

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Sheepy Acres

6 sites · Lodging, Tents10 acres · Lagrange, IN

Small hobby sheep farm, with a sheep pasture surrounded by woods. There are two shepherd's huts, three tent sites, a small fishing pond with a log cabin and a quarter of a mile hiking trail. It is a bird lovers paradise with a large variety of birds. The fisherman's cabin has electricity. The shepherd's huts are off grid, as well as, the tent sites. Each site is very private and has a fire ring and picnic table and benches.

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McCormick Artisans Woods/River

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents33 acres · Jonesville, MI

We bought this property in 2012 and have built several buildings and forged paths throughout the 32 acres. Our road is part of the North Country Trail, a footpath stretching over 4,600 miles from Middlebury in central Vermont to Lake Sakakawea State Park in central North Dakota. While tearing down the existing house, we constructed two bedrooms in the pole barn for a quick living space. Once settled in the pole barn, we a built a small log cabin with already felled timbers from the local woods, except for the box frame which was purchased from the local Amish. Prior to building our permanent log cabin home, this small cabin was our camp site and is now being rented to people that want to relax and enjoy the outdoors. In the middle of the woods, we created a campground to be enjoyed and on the North side of our property is a tree line between two fields that is a great small camper/tent camping spot.

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Shipshewana lake with channel

1 site · RV1 acre · Shipshewana, IN

Learn more about this land:Shipshewana Lake channel frontage Large Amish area Town of Shipshewana 2.5 miles many small specialty shops very touristy with the large flea market through out the summer Pumpkin vine bike trail starts about a mile from site Shipshewana Lake book shackSummer Jon Boat RentalWinter Ice Fishing

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Fallen Tree Campground

8 sites · Lodging, Tents7 acres · Albion, IN

Fallen Tree Campground is located directly next to Chain O’Lakes State Park, were you can swim, hike, fish, kayak, etc.! Your space has access to a shared bathroom, shower, kitchen, dining room, living room, etc. Be sure to grab a coffee or a hot tea and walk our beautifully lit trails that will give you a sense of peace and maybe a bit of magic. The campground covers 7 acres and is partially wooded with some mature trees and lots of young forest. We are working hard to turn it all back into native land, one tree at a time. All sites are primitive with no electricity or running water. Fallen Tree also has chickens and geese! We would love to introduce you to all of our feathered friends.

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Perfect Camping Retreat

6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents200 acres · Marcellus, MI

Do you need to recharge from the busyness of life? Nature’s beauty and simplicity awaits you at Our Daily Bread. Cradled on almost 200 acres of rolling hills, farmland, quiet valleys, picturesque woodlands the scenes of nature will ennoble the senses. The shimmering waters of Miller lake adorn the property’s southern border. Deer, wild turkey, swans, sandhill cranes, beaver, and occasional fox are but few of the residents who live here. Come and enjoy the peace and serenity, rest and relaxation of Our Daily Bread. We offer a place for families and individuals to come and feel safe and enjoy some quiet time... away from the hustle and bustle of life. We have lots of trails for hiking, a playground for kids, and lots of seating areas to rest and relax. We are a alcohol and smoke free campus, and don't allow foul language, parties or any disturbances to other guests.... as we value the satisfaction and peaceful experience here for all our guests. We do not allow pets for our cabin guests, and we're also a smoke and alcohol free campus. We have boats for rent (kayaks, canoes, row boats, paddle boats). This is not for everyone, but if you want to come and commune with nature and enjoy some peace and quiet, then this is the spot for you!

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River Camp Fort Wayne

10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents16 acres · Fort Wayne, IN

Each site is in a wooded, shaded area with a flat area on the ground to place a single large tent. Each site has its own fire ring and a small wooden table. There is wood on the ground you may use for firewood, and ample twigs etc on the ground for kindling (do not cut any trees or branches off trees). There is a covered firewood shed with dry firewood as well. There are maintained trails with river access for kayaks. There is a porta potty near the campsites with a handwashing station, that is open year round. There is a single bathroom with flush toilet and sink with running water that is a short walk away (open May-Oct depending on weather) There is an outdoor on-demand hot-water shower at bathroom, with a water hose available as well. On-demand hot water heaters provide hotter water at a low water pressure, and cooler water at full blast. Campsites are a short walk (100-200 feet) away from parking area (you cannot drive directly to or park at your campsite). Foster Park is a short bike ride away where you will find greenway trails that run throughout Fort Wayne (ride your bike to downtown!!) Our property backs up to the St Mary's River, bring you kayaks and fishing poles! (We reserve the right to assign you to a different (but equally beautiful) campsite in the case of property maintennance concerns, recent rain or weather conditions etc). All guests must be part of a registered group! Link to Trails Maps fwtrails.org Need to rent a bike or kayak: fwoutfitters.com/#

Frog hill tent

1 site · Lodging2 acres · Battle Creek, MI

The tent is situated up a hill in mature a pine forest. The site has the tent, a brand new outhouse and a new picnic table. The tent- the tent has a new full size tempur-pedic mattress. The bed is raised and had storage bins underneath. The space has all you need for cooking with a propane burner, pots, pans and basic cooking essentials. Mikes general store is 4 minutes away that has basics and hot food to order. Mikes also sells ice for the cooler we provide fire pit with free firewood is also provided The outhouse has basic toiletries. Just outside of the outhouse we have a pump sink for you to use. The tent has numerous games and local history books inside. You’ll have complete access to the tent, the forest it sits on and everything on the 2 acres.

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Taylor M.’s Land

22 sites · RVs, Tents300 acres · Bronson, MI

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The Fun Farm

2 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Fort Wayne, IN

Learn more about this land: Our location is also home to our fantasy destination, The Fun Farm. Not only is the scenery replete with natural beauty - the pond, the fields, the sledding hill, the nature trail through the forest - but also a setting to engage the imagination! Additional services may be arranged on-site. For example, who would you like to have breakfast with? A superhero? A princess? Or perhaps a souvenir caricature of you and your group is in order to commemorate the experience? Maybe an experiential art, dance, drama or music lesson? Guided tours of the grounds can also be arranged to learn more about the history of the farm and it's originality. If you're interested in a "day trip" or even a limited event, we have the facilities to accommodate your birthday or holiday, engage in art Classes, raise funds for your good cause or enjoy "something different" for this year's corporate party. We're also open to your ideas for a custom school, festival or carnival event. We can accommodate groups from 1 to 400 (maybe more, if we send a few enchanted creatures on vacation!) MORE NOTES ABOUT THE CAMPSITE: We're flexible with wherever you would like to pitch your tent, but the spots we have established are next to our cabin (where the lighting is best and the ground is flattest.) Parking is most easily found next to these sites as well (and the lighting is also excellent.) Also, in the near vicinity, a shared firepit is readily available and can accommodate at least 12 people. Check out the additional options (like firewood bundles) below and let us know how we can help you make great memories!

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Stickley Family Farms

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents24 acres · Colon, MI

20+ acres of woods and fields, fire pits, clean outhouse, and limited power/water ALL TO YOURSELF in one of the best locations in Southwest Michigan! Originally settled in the 1840s as a mint and dairy farm, the property now known as Stickley Family Farms is currently being revitalized after almost 3 decades of neglect. Future and ongoing renovations include multiple rustic campsites, corn maze and pumpkin patch (seasonally in the fall), as well as a miniature railroad with nearly 1/4 mile of track that parents and kids can ride! Options for tenting and RV'ing are available!

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Little Turkey Ranch

20 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Lagrange, IN

Wake up with the birds and cast the morning away as bass bite at every opportunity. While deer drink from the lake and creek the turtles play peekaboo then scurrying away as a great blue heron flys over. Wooded (bring your own tent) Tent camping available now on Little Turkey Ranch off of Little Turkey Lake. You will have lake and creek access to swim in. Explore in kayaks, canoe and catch trophy sized Fish! Boat docking available for small pontoons and small fishing boats, fire pit at your campsite Rv hookups and Lodge Coming soon!

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Sun Creek Farm

1 site · RV, Tent30 acres · East Leroy, MI

Tents. Hammocks. Vans. RVs. Small camper trailers. Groups. Glamping This property has been in our family for over 40 years- it is our own little piece of heaven and we are wanting to share it with you! The land was originally bought to be a hippy community- but sadly people grew up and moved on, leaving my father as the lone survivor of the property. My husband and I have recently purchased the land from him and want to make it into something beautiful- a new community of sorts. We are excited for you to come and camp on our property! We have lots of fun things planned for the property and will be making improvements as we go! Thank you for being apart of the journey. Learn more about this land: Our little slice of heaven is nestled back off the country road- with over 30 acres, we have a couple of old horse pastures and barns, a beautiful grassy area that has a large fire pit and a natural pond. Some wood is provided for your initial fire; more can be purchased from us for $5 per bundle. We have basic electricity, a country swing, a dock if you would like to fish- we also have nice grassy walking paths and a wooded area as well. Our land is very peaceful and safe. The perfect space to unplug and unwind and to recharge yourself. While we do only consider our space one site, it is large enough for groups as big as 30 ppl, with plenty of room to set up tents in your desired areas. Campers and trailers are welcome, with limited size requirements and space; we also restrict where they can be parked. We are very close to several rivers in the area, so bring your kayaks, or inner tubes and float down the rivers for a peaceful afternoon. We’re not too far from Lake Michigan (easy day trip), Kalamazoo or Lansing, Several breweries in the area- (Battle Creek, Kalamazoo and Marshall) as well as a casino (Marshall). We are in a very nice happy medium to a lot of Michigan favorite spots. Come and enjoy the quiet country- and get some amazing star lit skies. Ask about our “glamping” set up, for an additional fee- or even an outdoor movie night. We can accommodate large groups, or family gatherings. Large groups (over 10) must add on an additional portable toilet to their stay (seasonal only) We have an open air shower (see photos) that is cold water- but can be hot on sunny days. We also have a sink area. Well trained- recall ready pets are welcomed- please pick up after your pet. We do have free range ducks that use the pond- who should be respected. Leashes are required for all dogs who are dangerous to our animals. *We are now accepting winter rentals, winter campers should prep for the cold winter weather and should have 4w drive capability’s. Some add ons including portable toilet are not available during winter months. Please confirm rentals or add ins before booking. We do a meet and greet with our guests and will show you to the space; go over any information that we need to with you, and then we try and leave you to the space so you can experience it for yourself and enjoy your time. We are proud to be a certified pollinator sanctuary, and do not spray our property for insects. Visit our seasonal farm stand for fresh produce, eggs, and some beautiful flowers and herbs. We look forward to hosting you soon.

The best camping near Pokagon State Park guide

Overview

About

At the heart of Indiana’s lake-studded Steuben County, Pokagon State Park is an outdoor playground for all four seasons. Almost 14 miles of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails wind their way through the wetlands and forests down to the vast shores of Lake James and Snow Lake, where you can rent a motor boat, fish for bass and crappie, or cool off with a swim at the lakeside beach. In winter, enjoy cross-country skiing, go ice fishing, or whizz up to 40mph on the legendary toboggan run. Campers have options, too: Pokagon State Campground has more than 250 electric and non-electric sites.

Tips for snagging a campsite

You can reserve sites at Pokagon Campground online via the Indiana State Parks Reserve America website.
Online reservations can be made up to six months in advance.
Campsites can book up as fast, especially for holiday weekends, so book at least three months in advance.

When to go

Camping is possible all year round at Pokagon State Park, but there are two distinct seasons. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, make the most of the swimming beach and warm weather activities from hiking to volleyball. November typically marks the start of the snow season, with cross-country ski trails and the toboggan run staying open through Feb, weather-depending. Expect crowds over the summer and Christmas holidays.

Know before you go

Pokagon State Park is located about a 10-minute drive north of Angola and 48 miles north of Fort Wayne, or about a 50-minute drive away.
Day passes are required for all vehicles at Indiana State Parks, and campsite booking fees also apply.
You can bring your own boat to Pokagon State Park, but there are no launching facilities; docking slips are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Boat rentals are available in the summer from Inn Beach.
Facilities at Pokagon include a Nature Center, a camp store, picnic areas and shelters, restrooms, and a playground.
There are accessible restrooms, trails, and campsites at Pokagon State Park.