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The best dog-friendly RV parks near Merrillville

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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience in the United States. If you prefer RV camping with your furry friends near Merrillville, Indiana, we've got you covered with over 485 options to choose from. Our top-rated campsites, including Mulln-Heim Vineyards (342 reviews), Walnut Valley Realm (230 reviews), and The Willow Ranch (243 reviews), offer popular amenities such as showers, toilets, and trash disposal, as well as exciting activities like boating, paddling, and surfing. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $15, you're sure to find the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the great outdoors.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Merrillville

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience in the United States. If you prefer RV camping with your furry friends near Merrillville, Indiana, we've got you covered with over 485 options to choose from. Our top-rated campsites, including Mulln-Heim Vineyards (342 reviews), Walnut Valley Realm (230 reviews), and The Willow Ranch (243 reviews), offer popular amenities such as showers, toilets, and trash disposal, as well as exciting activities like boating, paddling, and surfing. With an average price per night of $40 and options as low as $15, you're sure to find the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the great outdoors.

96% (677)

Top-rated campgrounds near Merrillville

Public campgrounds near Merrillville

Dune top view was amazing! You could see the Chicago skyline
92%
(39)

Indiana Dunes Campground

18mi from Merrillville · 141 sites · Tents, RVs · in Indiana Dunes State Park
Potawatomi Campground
100%
(1)

Potawatomi Campground

38mi from Merrillville · 105 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kankakee River State Park
A shallow part of rock creek, near the campground.
100%
(1)

Chippewa Campground

39mi from Merrillville · 94 sites · Tents, RVs · in Kankakee River State Park
Tippecanoe River Campground
67%
(4)

Tippecanoe River Campground

45mi from Merrillville · 182 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tippecanoe River State Park
Des Plaines Campground

Des Plaines Campground

48mi from Merrillville · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · in Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area

The best campsites available this weekend near Merrillville

  • Organic Vegetable Farm
  • Organic Vegetable Farm
  • Organic Vegetable Farm

Organic Vegetable Farm

22mi from Merrillville · 5 sites · RVs
At Perkins' Good Earth Farm, we offer a peaceful, scenic place to rest with convenient electrical hook-ups (50/30/20 amp options). Our on-site farm store features our own USDA Certified Organic produce, along with other locally sourced foods, grab-and-go soups and salads made in our farm kitchen, gourmet hardneck garlic, and a weekly veggie adventure through our CSA program. Guests can enjoy our beautiful half-mile trail that winds through woodland and native prairie. Leashed animals are always welcome! Campsites are open year-round. Our farm store is open with regular hours from May through mid-November (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 9–5 and Saturday 9–12, plus Fridays 9–5 in June–September). Even when the store is closed, items are still available for order and pickup through our online store. On the day of your arrival, we’ll send self-check-in instructions, including how to make after-hours purchases from the online store. One last tip: we strongly recommend avoiding Chicago traffic during rush hour—or altogether, if you can!
Electrical hookup
from 
$30
 / night
  • LiveStock Music Fest!
  • The Vaudeville Urban Farm Fun!
  • LiveStock Music Fest!

The Vaudeville Urban Farm Fun!

93%
(315)
35mi from Merrillville · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Twenty years of growing this farm... Not what grows here but the farm itself! Stone and brick pulled from the ground till we found the beautiful earth beneath and built an incredible community around it. Or rather, it grew itself from the energy that surrounds it. It's a special spot where you may happen upon a fire in the sugar shack while we boil city collected sap into maple syrup or have an open jam night with world class jazz musicians. Enjoy the morning serenade of our rooster! Really, just come and be here. Though we think we're pretty cool, a few things to note that you may not think are so cool: There is a train that runs directly behind the farm. Light sleepers, may want to bring ear plugs. We try to accommodate parking your car on site but it's weather and situation conditional. Assume the possibility that you may need to park on the street. Bring your tent to The Vaudeville! (RVs, campers, trailers, vans please see the ** at the bottom). Our urban farm is smack in the middle of Chicago only a 10 minute bike or train ride from Downtown, Lake Michigan, The Mag Mile and all Chicago has to offer! Bike the Lake Shore Trail, walk the 606, kayak the Chicago River, catch a blues show or Hawks game or just relax with the goats and chickens in the 9,000 square foot farm that we absolutely love to share with fellow campers! ** We have stopped hosting RVs, campers/vans, pull behinds and larger vehicles because we are finding it difficult to get them in the entrance gate but if you feel amazingly capable with your backing in skills in your rig and you're super patient, laid back and extra cool, let us know and we may be able to make it work!! :)
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
$48
 / night
  • Lazy Creek Camping
  • Lazy Creek Camping
  • Lazy Creek Camping

Lazy Creek Camping

86%
(7)
35mi from Merrillville · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
26ft Camper sleeps 4 with AC/Heat , Refrigerator, Running Water No public restrooms. Fire ring and picnic table on sites. 30 Amp service Lots to do within the area There is a nice golf coarse within 2 miles and river floating in town and nice bar & grill right around the corner. Will give exact address after reservations complete. Open May 1 ,2025 Close Oct 24, 2025
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Water hookup
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$35
 / night
  • There was a house on the other side of this tree line separated also by their pond. They were quiet and far enough away that we had no problems.
  • Cozy Country Camping
  • There was a house on the other side of this tree line separated also by their pond. They were quiet and far enough away that we had no problems.

Cozy Country Camping

94%
(9)
11mi from Merrillville · 1 site · Tent, RV
Owners of a Van Conversion company, we have several acres in the back of our property with a flat area to pull in your van or camper and tuck yourself against a tree line or tent camping in the woods. Whether you're passing through Northern Indiana, or just need to get away for a camping weekend, we can accommodate you. Currently, we don't offer any formal amenities, however can supply water or a power station upon request.
Campfires
Picnic table
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$20
 / night
  • Willowthorne
  • Willowthorne
  • Willowthorne

Willowthorne

97%
(253)
13mi from Merrillville · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Discover the Charm of Willowthorne: Your Rustic Sanctuary Amid Natural Beauty. Willowthorne invites you to revel in the natural allure and organic rhythm of life on the farm, fostering enduring memories that extend long after your visit. Nestled within a serene 9-acre organic blueberry farm , Willowthorne emerges as an idyllic escape where the sunsets are sublime, and the night sky brims with twinkling stars, and the hosts are charming and delightful. This unique getaway marries the essence of organic farming, educational pursuits, and warm hospitality to create an unparalleled outdoor experience. Catering to tent camping aficionados and retreat groups, our pastoral campgrounds are graced with picturesque views of a tranquil pond and willow trees. While our space welcomes the modest charm of tents, small RVs, and campers, we maintain a rustic essence without power hook-ups, encouraging guests to connect with nature. Each campsite is thoughtfully equipped with a personal fire ring and table for your convenience. Our area offers an incredible variety of recreational and sightseeing activities. Find peace and tranquility among nature or travel just 25 miles north to visit the heart of Chicago! We are central to many Illinois, Indiana and Michigan State Parks and beaches. Several good restaurants and breweries are also nearby. PLEASE NOTE: Please drive slowly and cautiously through our property. We are an active farm with a lot of activity all year round. Please pitch your tent in the designated campground area. In support of conservation of the natural ecosystem, please refrain from broadcast pesticides, i.e. Raid, Yard Guard, etc. Spraying skin, clothing, and personal property with mosquito repellent in your designated camping is fine. Our farm has beehives placed at a safe distance from the campsites to ensure guest safety. Obey posted signs and please stay out of designated work areas OBSERVE FIRE SAFETY. Leave fire ring in designated spot. Never leave fire unattended. No fires on windy days. Extinguish fire before leaving campsite. Please read: https://www.hipcamp.com/journal/everything-you-need-to-know-about-fire-safety For Your Convenience: Firewood: Purchase bundles of wood on site as non-local wood can disrupt the local ecosystem through disease or invasive species. Feel free to collect any small, fallen twigs for kindling. (Wood in stacked piles is not for burning but reserved for mushroom cultivation and other projects.) Honey: We offer honey harvested from blueberry blossoms in spring and the rich flavors of black locust and clover in late summer. Blueberries: Come July, partake in our U-pick blueberry farm, an experience seamlessly woven into your stay. Misc. We also offer a variety of organic garden vegetables and herbs throughout the growing season. Kindly inquire on availability upon arrival if you are interested in any of these farm fresh goodies. Catch-and-Release fishing is welcome. We look forward to having you enjoy the natural beauty at Willowthorne!
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
$54
 / night

Star Host camping experiences near Merrillville

  • The Mannex! Indiana Dunes Nat'l Pk
  • The Mannex! Indiana Dunes Nat'l Pk
  • The Mannex! Indiana Dunes Nat'l Pk

The Mannex! Indiana Dunes Nat'l Pk

100%
(12)
22mi from Merrillville · 1 site · RV
The Man's Annex aka the Mannex is located on Scenic US HWY 12 to the South and The South Shore Commuter Rail to the North.  The campsite is very clean, tidy and safe.  The main pebble parking area slopes gently to the North so you will want levelers if you're in a camper.  I have a brand new RV Pedestal complete with 50 and 30amp service, a mechanical timer for the LED lights encompassing the parking area as well as a rheostat so you can dim the lights.  I have a 40" firepit with spark arrestor (please use to be in compliance with local laws) as well as a polywood octagonal picnic table and well water with 100' hose.  Trash and human waste is to be carried out.  Please keep your camper to the east of the blue and yellow birdhouses as access to the building is needed. The location is great!  You're inside the dunes national park and only 1.35 miles to the beach.  Just north of the train tracks is the Calumet bike path.  .35 to the west is a gas station with a bathroom, the south shore train station (day trip to Chicago anyone?), a great restaurant and liquor store as well.  Bikes are HIGHLY recommended to be able to help facilitate your exploring of this very unique part of the country. If you're a birder and you don't already know, bring your binocs, this is one of the best birding towns in the Midwest / country due to the location and it's biodiversity.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
from 
$135
 / night
  • Close proximity to the road
  • The Once a Pond A Time Campsites
  • Close proximity to the road

The Once a Pond A Time Campsites

97%
(154)
50mi from Merrillville · 19 sites · Tents, RVs
My 4 and a half acres have a natural pond on it. I no longer own a personal flock of ducks but plenty of wild feathered friends come to drink and swim. I am three miles from Lake Michigan and my town has a public access beach. I am surrounded by wineries, breweries, and antique stores. I am in the country but only a few miles off the expressway. Berrien County's adorable small towns are known for their special events all year round. My sites are dispersed so first come first choice. Find a fixed Fire Ring and set up your camp! Or pick a spot without a ring - I do have portable free fire pits.
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$50
 / night
  • Sleek Acres
  • Sleek Acres
  • Sleek Acres

Sleek Acres

100%
(116)
43mi from Merrillville · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Sleek Acres is a total of 13 acres, which includes our homestead, our chicken yard and barn, a fishing pond with a beach, and over 8 secluded acres to the back of the property where guests can explore (including walking trails). We provide a bathhouse, which includes a toilet and shower. A handwash/dishwashing station is located right outside the bathhouse. Fire rings, cooking grates, and picnic tables are provided at each site. A small amount of firewood is provided, and additional firewood is available for purchase. Located central to many destinations, we are: *5 minutes from All-Sports Koontz Lake; *10 minutes from Plymouth, (plenty of shopping, restaurants, and home of the Blueberry Festival - Labor Day weekend); *10 minutes from Walkerton, home of the Falloween Fest (Sept. 26, 27, 28); *20 minutes from Potato Creek State Park, *25 minutes from Bass Lake Beach *25 minutes from Valparaiso; *50 minutes from Indiana Dunes State Park, *45 minutes from Notre Dame If you are looking for a quiet, relaxing place to camp, yet close to many attractions, Sleek Acres is the place to be! :) (Please note: Check in and out times, as well as quiet hours, are based on central time.)
Toilets
Campfires
Full hookups
from 
$34
 / night

More campsites near Merrillville

  • Lake Alexander Campground
  • Lake Alexander Campground
  • Lake Alexander Campground

Lake Alexander Campground

27mi from Merrillville · 41 sites
Discover the charm of Lake Alexander RV Park, a unique family-owned campground that offers a serene escape just an hour's drive from Chicago. Nestled on 120 acres of picturesque land along the Kankakee River, this spacious park is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Our campground is surrounded by lush wooded areas teeming with diverse wildlife, fish, and native plants, making it an ideal spot for those seeking tranquility and adventure. With over 50 years of experience, the Kwak family has dedicated themselves to providing a welcoming atmosphere for all our camping friends. At Lake Alexander RV Park, we offer a variety of amenities designed for both recreation and relaxation. Whether you’re looking to fish, hike, or simply unwind by the river, our park has something for everyone. We are open from April 15 to October 15, with options for nightly stays or seasonal camping. We invite you to explore our website for more information, and feel free to reach out or visit us if you have any questions. Join us for a memorable camping experience in this scenic and friendly environment!
  • Enchanted Shores
  • Enchanted Shores
  • Enchanted Shores

Enchanted Shores

31mi from Merrillville · 21 sites
Discover the charm of Enchanted Shores RV Park & Campground, a unique destination that invites you to return time and again. Nestled in a serene setting, our campground offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by stunning natural beauty. With ample space for privacy, you can unwind and connect with nature while enjoying the soothing sounds of chirping birds. Our campground is conveniently located just minutes away from a variety of local attractions. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures, picturesque swimming holes, or delightful dining options, you'll find it all nearby. Explore the great outdoors with hiking trails, fishing spots, and recreational activities that cater to all ages. At Enchanted Shores, we pride ourselves on creating a friendly and relaxing atmosphere for all our guests. Come experience the perfect blend of tranquility and adventure, and make unforgettable memories at our beautiful campground.
  • Kamp Across From the Dunes
  • Kamp Across From the Dunes
  • Kamp Across From the Dunes

Kamp Across From the Dunes

48mi from Merrillville · 63 sites
Discover the unique charm of our exclusive RV park, perfectly situated directly across from the stunning Warren Dunes State Park, nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan. This prime location offers easy access to a beautiful beach, the iconic Tower Hill sand dunes, and a public beach that stretches an impressive three miles. In addition to the natural beauty surrounding us, the area boasts an array of superb wineries and fine dining options. For those seeking entertainment, the nearby Red Arrow Highway is dotted with casinos and quaint antique shops. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the back road bike trails and hiking paths that are just steps away from our park. Our RV park features full hook-up sites equipped with 50/30/20 amp service, sewer, and water, all set amidst nature's splendor. For guests looking for a cozy retreat, we offer two comfortable cabins that provide a basic level of comfort, allowing you to leave your tent at home. Each cabin is equipped with electricity, air conditioning, and a small refrigerator, featuring a queen bed and, depending on the cabin, either a twin bunk or a double loft bed. Guests are responsible for their own bedding and linens, and bathroom facilities are conveniently located in front of the park. Both cabins come with a porch or deck, a fire
  • Last Resort Campground
  • Last Resort Campground
  • Last Resort Campground

Last Resort Campground

28mi from Merrillville · 31 sites
Last Resort Campground in Hanna, IN, stands out as a unique destination because it is a Veteran-Owned and Family-Operated facility dedicated to providing a relaxing outdoor experience. Here, guests can immerse themselves in a variety of recreational activities led by our friendly staff, unwind by the resort-style pool, or enjoy fishing in our serene spring-fed pond. With a calendar full of events and activities, there’s always something happening right within the campground. Nestled in a tranquil and secluded area, our campground features exclusive access to a private fishing hole, making it an ideal retreat for nature lovers. We are conveniently located just minutes from Valparaiso, IN, and a short drive will lead you to the stunning Indiana Dunes State Park, the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan, and the vibrant city of Downtown Chicago. Whether you seek adventure or relaxation, Last Resort Campground offers the perfect blend of both.
  • Acorn Oaks RV Park
  • Acorn Oaks RV Park
  • Acorn Oaks RV Park

Acorn Oaks RV Park

42mi from Merrillville · 95 sites
Discover the charm of Acorn Oaks RV Park, a hidden gem nestled on 25 serene acres in the heart of Indiana. This unique campground offers a peaceful retreat away from the chaos of everyday life, providing a perfect setting for both short-term and long-term camping vacations. With its easygoing atmosphere and beautiful surroundings, Acorn Oaks is the ideal destination for those looking to unwind and reconnect with nature. Owned by Bill and Christie Nicholson, who moved to Indiana from Arizona in the fall of 2022, Acorn Oaks RV Park embodies a welcoming spirit. Their search for a nurturing environment to raise their children led them to this tranquil spot, where they found a close-knit community, lush greenery, and the beauty of changing seasons. Conveniently located just 40 miles north of Lafayette, 20 miles east of I-65, and 40 miles south of I-80/94. Acorn Oaks RV Park is perfectly situated for outdoor adventures. Enjoy a day of tubing or kayaking on the pristine Tippecanoe River, or visit the Jasper-Pulaski Fish & Wildlife Area for exceptional sandhill crane viewing. For more excitement, take a short 20-minute drive to Indiana Beach. Our area attractions page offers a comprehensive list of activities to enhance your stay.
  • Tall Oaks RV Campground
  • Tall Oaks RV Campground
  • Tall Oaks RV Campground

Tall Oaks RV Campground

42mi from Merrillville · 61 sites
Discover the unique charm of Tall Oaks RV Campground, where family friendly camping meets a wealth of outdoor adventures. Nestled just minutes from the serene Lake Koontz, our campground offers the perfect blend of relaxation and excitement amidst the beauty of nature. At Tall Oaks RV Campground, there's never a dull moment! Our extensive amenities cater to all ages, featuring a heated swimming pool for those warm summer days, volleyball courts for friendly competition, and a playground where kids can unleash their energy. Enjoy a peaceful afternoon fishing at our stocked pond, or stop by our general store for all your camping essentials. Whether you're looking to bond with family and friends, unwind in a picturesque setting, or dive into outdoor activities, Tall Oaks RV Campground has everything you need for an unforgettable camping experience. Come and create lasting memories in this beautiful outdoor haven!
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