Private camping near Merrillville

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With over 50 private campsites available near Merrillville, Indiana, Hipcamp offers a variety of options for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a secluded spot or a social camping experience, you'll find the perfect accommodation on Hipcamp. Some of the top campsites in the area include Mulln-Heim Vineyards (342 reviews), Walnut Valley Realm (230 reviews), and CSC Permaculture Project (57 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like potable water, trash disposal, and campfire pits while engaging in activities such as snow sports, hiking, and exploring historic sites. Prices start as low as $30 per night, with an average price of $50 per night.

98% (90)

Top-rated campgrounds

Sleek Acres

1. Sleek Acres

100%
(116)
43mi from Merrillville · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Grovertown, IN
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.)
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$34
 / night
Tippecanoe River Stays

2. Tippecanoe River Stays

80%
(5)
47mi from Merrillville · 5 sites · Lodging · Winamac, IN
Nestled along the scenic banks of the Tippecanoe River, our unique collection of accommodations offers something for every type of traveler, from rustic adventurers to those seeking a cozy retreat with modern comforts. Whether you're looking to fully disconnect in a primitive cabin surrounded by nature or enjoy the charm of a rustic studio with essential amenities, our property provides a variety of experiences to suit your preferences. - Primitive Cabin #1: This is a primitive cabin overlooking the Tippecanoe River. There's a toilet facility near the cabin. It includees one double bed with NO sheets or pillows provided. There's an upper bunk area that sleeps two, a picnic table, and firewood. - Primitive Cabin #2: The cabin has 1 double bed and loft sleeping. No beds, sheets, pillows or blankets are provided in the loft. The cabin has no electricity or no water inside but does have a flushing toilet near and a hand wash station nearby. - German Haus - a private rustic studio cabin with Queen bed, a twin daybed, kitchenette, 2 chairs, kitchen table, and shower bathroom. It's great for the outdoor type person. - The Kite Suite: This is a family suite with King bed bedroom, a queen bed with overhead single sleeper, and available rollaway. It has a full bathroom, WIFI, TV, kitchenette with MW, coffee pot, toaster oven, sink, and utensils. - The Oriental Suite: This suite has a Queen bed and single daybed sleeper with a jacuzzi tub bathroom for single/double occupancy. Has a sitting room, wide screen TV, Internet TV, kitchenette, fridge, MW, toaster oven, full kitchen utensils, and coffee pot. Overlooks River and woods.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$55
 / night

With over 50 private campsites available near Merrillville, Indiana, Hipcamp offers a variety of options for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a secluded spot or a social camping experience, you'll find the perfect accommodation on Hipcamp. Some of the top campsites in the area include Mulln-Heim Vineyards (342 reviews), Walnut Valley Realm (230 reviews), and CSC Permaculture Project (57 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like potable water, trash disposal, and campfire pits while engaging in activities such as snow sports, hiking, and exploring historic sites. Prices start as low as $30 per night, with an average price of $50 per night.

98% (90)

Top-rated campgrounds

Sleek Acres

1. Sleek Acres

100%
(116)
43mi from Merrillville · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Grovertown, IN
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.)
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$34
 / night
Tippecanoe River Stays

2. Tippecanoe River Stays

80%
(5)
47mi from Merrillville · 5 sites · Lodging · Winamac, IN
Nestled along the scenic banks of the Tippecanoe River, our unique collection of accommodations offers something for every type of traveler, from rustic adventurers to those seeking a cozy retreat with modern comforts. Whether you're looking to fully disconnect in a primitive cabin surrounded by nature or enjoy the charm of a rustic studio with essential amenities, our property provides a variety of experiences to suit your preferences. - Primitive Cabin #1: This is a primitive cabin overlooking the Tippecanoe River. There's a toilet facility near the cabin. It includees one double bed with NO sheets or pillows provided. There's an upper bunk area that sleeps two, a picnic table, and firewood. - Primitive Cabin #2: The cabin has 1 double bed and loft sleeping. No beds, sheets, pillows or blankets are provided in the loft. The cabin has no electricity or no water inside but does have a flushing toilet near and a hand wash station nearby. - German Haus - a private rustic studio cabin with Queen bed, a twin daybed, kitchenette, 2 chairs, kitchen table, and shower bathroom. It's great for the outdoor type person. - The Kite Suite: This is a family suite with King bed bedroom, a queen bed with overhead single sleeper, and available rollaway. It has a full bathroom, WIFI, TV, kitchenette with MW, coffee pot, toaster oven, sink, and utensils. - The Oriental Suite: This suite has a Queen bed and single daybed sleeper with a jacuzzi tub bathroom for single/double occupancy. Has a sitting room, wide screen TV, Internet TV, kitchenette, fridge, MW, toaster oven, full kitchen utensils, and coffee pot. Overlooks River and woods.
Pets
Potable water
Toilets
from 
$55
 / night

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