The best family-friendly glamping near Bass Lake, Indiana

Looking for a camping experience near Bass Lake, Indiana? Hipcamp has over 400 options for you to choose from, with prices starting as low as $15 per night. One of our top campsites, Walnut Valley Realm, has received rave reviews from 230 campers. If you're looking for a unique adventure, check out Heritage Farm Stay Adventure with 196 reviews, or The Vaudeville Urban Farm Fun! with 136 reviews. Whether you're into fishing, boating, or surfing, you'll find plenty of activities to enjoy. And with popular amenities like showers, trash disposal, and pet-friendly sites, your camping trip will be comfortable and convenient.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for a camping experience near Bass Lake, Indiana? Hipcamp has over 400 options for you to choose from, with prices starting as low as $15 per night. One of our top campsites, Walnut Valley Realm, has received rave reviews from 230 campers. If you're looking for a unique adventure, check out Heritage Farm Stay Adventure with 196 reviews, or The Vaudeville Urban Farm Fun! with 136 reviews. Whether you're into fishing, boating, or surfing, you'll find plenty of activities to enjoy. And with popular amenities like showers, trash disposal, and pet-friendly sites, your camping trip will be comfortable and convenient.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Blooming Bus Farms

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43mi from Bass Lake · 12 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Niles, MI

Blooming Bus farms is a working urban flower, vegetable and fiber farm practicing sustainable, organic, natural farming practices. Spread out over 15 acres, upon completion, you’ll find 4 yurt sites and 3 byo tent sites. Working hard contributing to our compost are our alpaca and free range chickens. While this is a working farm, we try to not run any equipment before 10:00am! Inquire about reserving the entire property to host your group getaway!

2. Lochloosa River Retreat

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12mi from Bass Lake · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Culver, IN

Lochloosa River Retreat – Family Fun, River Adventures and Relaxing Stays on the Tippecanoe! Welcome to Lochloosa River Retreat—your home away from home along the beautiful Tippecanoe River! Nestled on 6 peaceful acres, our hobby farm offers primitive tent camping, dry RV sites, a River View RV lodging site (RV included) and a cozy cabin stay in the Zen Shed—perfect for families, paddlers, and nature lovers looking to unwind. At full capacity, we can host up to 60 people and also offer group hosting. Paddle, float, and explore! We offer kayak and tubing trips on a scenic stretch of the river—message us to get on the float schedule. Guest enjoy playing in the shallow creek that winds through the property, as well as relaxing at camp, listening to the sounds of running water and a fire, or playing and cooling off in our saltwater pool complete with a slide and diving board. Wildlife is abundant, so bring your binoculars for birdwatching or cast a line from the riverbank. Want more comfort? Book a stay in the Zen Shed, our rustic riverside cabin or the River View RV for the ultimate glamping comfort—both perfect for a peaceful, unplugged getaway with real beds and front-row views of nature. Located near Lake Maxinkuckee and the charming town of Culver, there’s plenty to explore just a short drive away. There are also a few nature preserves nearby as well as a new Bark Park! A nearby country store (2 miles) offers pizza, chicken, ice, and other essentials. 🚿 Clean indoor bathrooms and showers 🏕️ Tent, RV sites, cabin lodging (Zen Shed) or RV lodging (River view RV) 🛶 Family-friendly tubing and kayak trips 🐾 Pet-friendly (north of the creek only) 🔥 Campfires, sunsets and stargazing galore Please review site details before booking. Pets are welcome only at campsites north of the creek, as our farm animals live on the south side. Please make sure to enter pets at booking to make sure your preferred site is pet friendly. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. We can’t wait to welcome you to Lochloosa—where adventure meets relaxation and memories are made by the river!

3. Heritage Farm Stay Adventure

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49mi from Bass Lake · 24 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Flora, IN

Enjoy a stay at Heritage Farm and experience all the exhilaration that an Indiana farm has to offer. Heritage Farm is a working alpaca farm with over 50 alpacas you can watch and interact with. Also residing on the farm are a flock of chickens, several goats. The newest addition to the farm is a pair of small breed Kune Kune pigs! If you want to, you can help with the daily chores of feeding the animals and collecting eggs. After that, you can explore the big red barn that was selected as one of the top-ten Bicentennial barns in the state. Roam around the 120 acre homestead, woods and creek and soak in the sights, sounds and smells of the farm. Be sure to visit our farm store before you leave where you can shop for alpaca products such as sweaters, hats, mittens and scarves. Pick up some farm fresh eggs from our flock of pastured chickens! Heritage Farm has several options for overnight lodging. One of the most popular places to stay is in our authentic 1850's log cabin. And it's certainly special to us as well. The cabin represents a valued part of our heritage. It reminds us every day of our agricultural roots, solid values and the importance of faith and family. Our Philosophy You want to have a wonderful stay at Heritage Farm and we want that for you too. This is your retreat for however long you are staying and we hope you'll be relaxed, comfortable and happy. Our Faith Our Christian faith is important to us. We have been so richly blessed with this farm and sharing it with others is what God has called us to do. We strive to show God's love to our guests by exceeding their needs and expectations and by inviting them to enjoy his beautiful creation. We abide by what it says in the Bible in 1 Peter 4:9-10: "Cheerfully share your home with those who need a place to stay. God has given each of us a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another." Valuing Our Past, Building for the Future Our mission at Heritage Farm is to apply that same pioneer spirit and value system to our alpaca business and Farm Stay enterprise. We are dedicated to working hard to provide the best of care to our herd and our overnight guests. Visit us on Facebook: facebook.com/heritagefarmstays

4. Walnut Valley Realm Campground

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33mi from Bass Lake · 15 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Logansport, IN

Camping like it was meant to be! Come stay with us and explore one of the largest privately owned certified forest in Indiana. Many of our sites are spread out so far you will feel like you are the only ones here. We have three 30AMP electric sites and one with 20AMP service, with the remaining sites all primitive. Over 5 miles of hiking trails, and if you prefer cycling, local roads are part of the Two Rivers on Two Wheel bike route. If Kayaking is your thing, explore the Eel River, or the Tippecanoe. We hope we see you all soon and be sure to like us on Facebook at Walnut Valley Realm Campground.

5. Fairytale Camping

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37mi from Bass Lake · 1 site · Lodging · Delphi, IN

Farm to Folklore is an inclusive getaway and activity farm where families and friends are welcome to rest and explore. Rent the farmstays filled with mystery and wonder. An eclectic expression of the rural Midwest mixed with just right touch of the fantastical. Our family farm is 40 acres of beautiful fields, woods with trails and creeks, and even a small pond with an island. An adventure awaits while walking through the fields, gardens, pond, and forest trails. Bonfire areas throughout the property. Visit with the ponies, ducks, chickens, and farm cats. Experiences available for everyone. Close to Indiana Beach, Delphi Historic Wabash and Erie Canal, Brookston Festivals. Please be aware our property is a family farm and we host mutiple stays. Please be respectful of other guests and private spaces. Thank you

6. Rocking Horse Camping Ranch

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43mi from Bass Lake · 5 sites · Lodging · Gary, IN

This is a hidden gem in the outskirts of Gary. Located on the Calumet river is this amazing horse farm with 3 horses and 4 ponies. It’s 1 mile off of the 80/94 and 65 highway. Only a 45 min drive from Chicago. We also offer free parking to Miller Beach on Lake Michigan which is only a 10 min drive to there and the Indiana Dunes. Theres also Deep River Dam where you can drop your kayak and do some fishing less then a mile away. Pet fee 50 dollars for 1st pet 25 dollars for 2nd pet (75) 2 max pets

Stories from the community

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Salaam

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Fairytale Camping

Magical little place <3 Angela is a sweet heart. Would definitely recommend this ☺️

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Mesarah

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Blooming Bus Farms

We had such a lovely time staying here!! Our host Melissa was so kind and easy to communicate with. It was a perfect quiet getaway!!!

Liv

3 weeks ago

With pets

1 night at Blooming Bus Farms

The place looked great when we arrived, especially lit up at night. Inside, it had that familiar campfire-and-wood smell that made it feel comfortable right away. The heated blanket was the saving grace of the stay. It was in the 30s, and the small radiator heater struggled to keep up, so most of the evening was spent bundled up together under the blanket. The cabin is very small, and the property itself isn’t large either, so you can hear some street noise. Being close to town was convenient, though. We grabbed Chinese carry-out and it was surprisingly good after a cold day. Leslie was thrilled to meet the alpacas, which added a fun moment to the trip. There are several areas set up for groups, and I would definitely come back with friends. The space works well for hanging out and enjoying a simple, low-key getaway.

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Gabby

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Blooming Bus Farms

Wow. What a spot. Everything about our stay was perfect. Such a beautiful place, created by beautiful humans. A creative & cozy place for anyone looking for inspiration & connection! The yurts were heated for our late fall / winter stay and the alpacas were the cutest!!! Thank you Melissa & Jason!

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Alaina

October 2025

With kids

4 nights at Blooming Bus Farms

It was great! The ambiance at night was incredible. We had crappy weather while we were there (rained 4 of the 5 days 😅) but we still had a great time. The yurt made the trip doable even with the rain. We’ll definitely be back!

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Anita

October 2025

With pets

1 night at Blooming Bus Farms

It’s such a cute little place! Perfect if you want to camp, but don’t want to pack all of the stuff that goes with it! And…perfect for you-never-know-about-the-weather weather. Adorable garden and the alpacas are so darn cute!!! Nice a private!!

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Garrett

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Blooming Bus Farms

I really loved it! It was a lot like regular camping but without having to go buy a tent. Plus the tent was amazing inside and out. Highly recommend! Can’t wait to go again!

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Alyssa

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Fairytale Camping

The grape escape fulfilled my wanderlust garden fairy needs. The sleeping accommodations were magical and cozy, provided with just the right amount of fairy lights and very fitting reading material. The outdoor kitchen was also accommodating, I didn’t need to pack much which was extra appreciated. This cozy little tucked in camping spot had fun trinkets and treasures inside the site itself and along the hiking areas. I spent most of my time in the hammock by the fire, which is heaven to me. ◡̈

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Kathleen

October 2025

With kids

2 nights at Heritage Farm Stay Adventure

The kids loved the animals and the huge slide! It was fun all sleeping in the same room. The sunsets were beautiful. It was a peaceful fall getaway!

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Sal

October 2025

1 night at Blooming Bus Farms

Great glamping experience!! Had everything we needed for a one night stay in the yurt and the property was a great adventure.

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Elizabeth

October 2025

With kids

1 night at Blooming Bus Farms

Absolutely wonderful! The camp is beautiful, even at the end of the season. 2 of the 5 of us had never camped before and it was all 3 kids favorite place we stayed (over 6 nights throughout Michigan, a different town each day). The host was positively amazing and extremely kind. We will be back for sure.

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Nicole

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Blooming Bus Farms

Will definitely camp here again. The place is beautiful, the bed is comfy, and the hosts are so accommodating. We loved it!

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Channa

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Blooming Bus Farms

Lovely spot and well taken care of. I would like to come back!

Emily

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Blooming Bus Farms

My partner and I took our three teenage nephews (and dog) and we had the most fun, peaceful weekend at Blooming Bus Farms. This was the perfect place for nature lovers who enjoy some comforts of home. Melissa was incredibly accommodating and quick to respond, and made us feel welcome before setting foot on the land. She let us meet their sweet and funny alpacas, which was a real treat for us city dwellers. The entire property is enchanting and our campsite truly became our home for a couple days. We will be coming back for a couple’s trip, and the boys are already asking if we can take them again. 10 out of 10!

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Melody

October 2025

1 night at Blooming Bus Farms

Absolutely beautiful 😍 the peace I felt being here was so beautiful. Melissa is a amazing host. Can not wait to visit again and get to see it in the spring and summer! Thank you Melissa for sharing your space 😊

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Mark

October 2025

2 nights at Blooming Bus Farms

The farm is beautiful, quiet, and peaceful. Everything was provided/appeared as listed. Hidden gem!

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Camilla

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rocking Horse Camping Ranch

We had a wonderful stay. Nice to have a getaway like this so close to the city. We enjoyed the site- absolutely beautiful view of ponies and goats. Camper was worn and comfortable and very well stocked. There’s some highway noise but it becomes like white noise- I didn’t notice it really. The host was incredibly nice and helpful and communicative. We hope to return.

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Genesis

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Lochloosa River Retreat

My fiancée and I loved our weekend getaway at Nichole’s site. She was very welcoming & gave us a tour of the camp site. The area was very clean & was a perfect spot for us to disconnect from the city life. She even offered the river tubing ride which we also HIGHLY recommend. It was definitely the highlight of our trip. Nicole was also very quick on her responses and helped us with the questions we had. We will definitely visit again & we recommend this stay 👍🏼💚🌳

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Ryan

October 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Blooming Bus Farms

great camp spot for a notre dame game! hot showers and nice tents, 15 minutes from campus

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deborah

October 2025

With pets

1 night at Blooming Bus Farms

Wonderful stay!! This place is a true gem. The property is well cared for and the site where we stayed is so accommodating it would be great in any weather, rain, shine or cold! The host greeted us to ensure we found our spot since we arrived after dark, We will definitely be back!