100% (222) • 6 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Portland
The Firefly Nest
1. The Firefly Nest
100%
(11)
38mi from Portland · 1 site
The property is a "Glamp Site" featuring an astral bell tent with a queen and 2 twin beds with a table. The site also includes 2 hammocks, a picnic table, firepit with wood, and *Full* bathroom with flush toilet, and hot water shower. The location is about 800' into the woods on a narrow winding path.
The property also features a 1/4mile walkimg path that goes from the camp site to the creek.
Located just outside of Fort Wayne away from the hustle and bustle but close to activities and amenities!
New for 2026 Season!
-Winding 0.5 mile walking trail from the rear of the site to the creek beyond the woods and back.
-large utility sink outside the rest room for dishwashing etc.
-Bocce ball game set.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$70
/ night
Cattail Springs
2. Cattail Springs
99%
(42)
39mi from Portland · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Cattail Springs! Nestled on nine wooded acres conveniently located just one mile off I-69 in Daleville, Indiana, this relaxing and peaceful property also features a stunning five-acre pond. The pond is fully stocked with a variety of fish, inviting anglers of all skill levels to cast a line. We do ask that you respect the catch and release rule.
Surrounded by trees, this former stone quarry feels like a world away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Enjoy peaceful mornings by the water, afternoons filled with outdoor activities and quiet evenings by the fire pit under a starlit sky. Keep an eye out for deer, our resident blue herons, songbirds, ducks and other woodland creatures.
Up to two dogs are permitted. Pet waste must be properly bagged and thrown away and dogs must be leashed when not at your immediate campsite.
Enjoy free wifi to stream your favorite shows or connect to the office.
The level of interstate travel noise that can be heard varies since the campground is within a mile of I-69.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS + CONVENIENCES
(Anderson, Daleville + Chesterfield are all within minutes of the campground)
Showers and gray water disposal: Pilot, 15876 W. Commerce Road, Daleville, IN 47334.
Laundry at EZ Wash: 323 Anderson Road, Anderson, IN 46017.
Badger Bait and Tackle: 121 W. Plum Street, Chesterfield, IN 46017.
Firewood: purchase from us for a donation or at local gas stations.
Groceries or supplies: Harvest Market (205 Federal Drive, Chesterfield, IN 46017). Exit 226, one exit south, offers Meijer, WalMart, pet food stores and more.
Harrah's Hoosier Park Casino Racetrack: horse racing and gaming (4500 Dan Patch Circle, Anderson, IN 46013).
Mounds State Park: 4306 Mounds Rd, Anderson, IN 46017, two miles from the property, features beautiful trails as well as ten earthworks built by the Adena-Hopewell people, prehistoric Indians. Entrance fee is typically $7.
Dining: exit 234 offers traditional fast food options (Starbucks, Wawa, Wendy's, McDonald's, Subway, Wendy's, Culvers, Pizza King, Bird's Smokehouse and more). Exit 226, one exit south of Cattail Springs, offers a robust variety of restaurants, including McAlister's, Chic-fil-A, Montana Mike's, Texas Roadhouse, Chipotle, Olive Garden, Cracker Barrel and more.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$24
/ night
River Camp Fort Wayne
3. River Camp Fort Wayne
98%
(218)
40mi from Portland · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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 are 2 porta potties 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.
We do provide a large trash bin near the porta potties for trash disposal. DO NOT throw trash into fire pits or burn barrels in the woods.
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 maintenance 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: (we do not rent or provide kayaks, canoes or bikes onsite)
fwoutfitters.com/#
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$33
/ night
Lake Loramie State Park
4. Lake Loramie State Park
State park 34mi from Portland · 21 sites
No kayak? No problem. Lake Loramie State Park provides rentals for everything from bikes to canoes, and you'll want to take advantage of it to get the most out of your stay. Paddle past patches of water lilies shaded by bald cypress trees, where the beauty here has long been preserved. Hikers will enjoy trekking over to Blackberry Island, where they can catch a glimpse of owls and woodpeckers nesting in their native habitat. A large variety of fish inhabiting the lake and seasonal hunting forays may also appeal to your wild side. Come winter, return for the cross country skiing tournament on the Little Turtle Trace trail, or bring a pair of skates and a sled for some awesome frosty activities. With ice boating available as well, you'll never want to be without a paddle here.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Graystone Ranch
5. Graystone Ranch
100%
(1)
38mi from Portland · 4 sites
Take it easy at this unique, private and tranquil getaway with 26 wooded acres & a gorgeous park-like setting. Experience a Conestoga wagon with a fantastic view of the swimmable stocked pond for fishing. Peddle boat & John boat available for use. Stroll through wooded trails or hang out on the lawn for picnics & games. Enjoy the Winery down the street or stroll by the shops in Downtown Greenville. A perfect mixture of the rustic Old West, nature and luxury. check Bio for more lodging options! Follow us on fb or ig. @graystonecabins
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$300
/ night
100% (222) • 6 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Portland
The Firefly Nest
1. The Firefly Nest
100%
(11)
38mi from Portland · 1 site
The property is a "Glamp Site" featuring an astral bell tent with a queen and 2 twin beds with a table. The site also includes 2 hammocks, a picnic table, firepit with wood, and *Full* bathroom with flush toilet, and hot water shower. The location is about 800' into the woods on a narrow winding path.
The property also features a 1/4mile walkimg path that goes from the camp site to the creek.
Located just outside of Fort Wayne away from the hustle and bustle but close to activities and amenities!
New for 2026 Season!
-Winding 0.5 mile walking trail from the rear of the site to the creek beyond the woods and back.
-large utility sink outside the rest room for dishwashing etc.
-Bocce ball game set.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$70
/ night
Cattail Springs
2. Cattail Springs
99%
(42)
39mi from Portland · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Cattail Springs! Nestled on nine wooded acres conveniently located just one mile off I-69 in Daleville, Indiana, this relaxing and peaceful property also features a stunning five-acre pond. The pond is fully stocked with a variety of fish, inviting anglers of all skill levels to cast a line. We do ask that you respect the catch and release rule.
Surrounded by trees, this former stone quarry feels like a world away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Enjoy peaceful mornings by the water, afternoons filled with outdoor activities and quiet evenings by the fire pit under a starlit sky. Keep an eye out for deer, our resident blue herons, songbirds, ducks and other woodland creatures.
Up to two dogs are permitted. Pet waste must be properly bagged and thrown away and dogs must be leashed when not at your immediate campsite.
Enjoy free wifi to stream your favorite shows or connect to the office.
The level of interstate travel noise that can be heard varies since the campground is within a mile of I-69.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS + CONVENIENCES
(Anderson, Daleville + Chesterfield are all within minutes of the campground)
Showers and gray water disposal: Pilot, 15876 W. Commerce Road, Daleville, IN 47334.
Laundry at EZ Wash: 323 Anderson Road, Anderson, IN 46017.
Badger Bait and Tackle: 121 W. Plum Street, Chesterfield, IN 46017.
Firewood: purchase from us for a donation or at local gas stations.
Groceries or supplies: Harvest Market (205 Federal Drive, Chesterfield, IN 46017). Exit 226, one exit south, offers Meijer, WalMart, pet food stores and more.
Harrah's Hoosier Park Casino Racetrack: horse racing and gaming (4500 Dan Patch Circle, Anderson, IN 46013).
Mounds State Park: 4306 Mounds Rd, Anderson, IN 46017, two miles from the property, features beautiful trails as well as ten earthworks built by the Adena-Hopewell people, prehistoric Indians. Entrance fee is typically $7.
Dining: exit 234 offers traditional fast food options (Starbucks, Wawa, Wendy's, McDonald's, Subway, Wendy's, Culvers, Pizza King, Bird's Smokehouse and more). Exit 226, one exit south of Cattail Springs, offers a robust variety of restaurants, including McAlister's, Chic-fil-A, Montana Mike's, Texas Roadhouse, Chipotle, Olive Garden, Cracker Barrel and more.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$24
/ night
River Camp Fort Wayne
3. River Camp Fort Wayne
98%
(218)
40mi from Portland · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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 are 2 porta potties 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.
We do provide a large trash bin near the porta potties for trash disposal. DO NOT throw trash into fire pits or burn barrels in the woods.
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 maintenance 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: (we do not rent or provide kayaks, canoes or bikes onsite)
fwoutfitters.com/#
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$33
/ night
Lake Loramie State Park
4. Lake Loramie State Park
State park 34mi from Portland · 21 sites
No kayak? No problem. Lake Loramie State Park provides rentals for everything from bikes to canoes, and you'll want to take advantage of it to get the most out of your stay. Paddle past patches of water lilies shaded by bald cypress trees, where the beauty here has long been preserved. Hikers will enjoy trekking over to Blackberry Island, where they can catch a glimpse of owls and woodpeckers nesting in their native habitat. A large variety of fish inhabiting the lake and seasonal hunting forays may also appeal to your wild side. Come winter, return for the cross country skiing tournament on the Little Turtle Trace trail, or bring a pair of skates and a sled for some awesome frosty activities. With ice boating available as well, you'll never want to be without a paddle here.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Graystone Ranch
5. Graystone Ranch
100%
(1)
38mi from Portland · 4 sites
Take it easy at this unique, private and tranquil getaway with 26 wooded acres & a gorgeous park-like setting. Experience a Conestoga wagon with a fantastic view of the swimmable stocked pond for fishing. Peddle boat & John boat available for use. Stroll through wooded trails or hang out on the lawn for picnics & games. Enjoy the Winery down the street or stroll by the shops in Downtown Greenville. A perfect mixture of the rustic Old West, nature and luxury. check Bio for more lodging options! Follow us on fb or ig. @graystonecabins
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$300
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Jessica
2 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Cattail Springs
We loved staying at The Hollow. It's a perfect little getaway. The land is beautiful, the hosts are attentive, and it's a peaceful spot. Would definitely recommend visiting.
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Theodore
November 2025
1 night at River Camp Fort Wayne
Wonderful! This location is an amazing place to unwind and relax.
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Theodore
November 2025
Weekend Trip to River Camp Fort Wayne
Loved staying at this location! Nice lodging, beautiful area, a truly wonderful place to unwind!
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Stephanie
November 2025
With pets
Just as cool as the pictures! Had a really nice weekend here, Tim really thought of everything for conveniences- the tent & amenities, bathroom, fire pit, seating, firewood. Would absolutely go again.
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Nick
October 2025
1 night at River Camp Fort Wayne
I enjoyed exploring the property and the cabin was adequate for my needs.
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Mycah
October 2025
With pets
I had a great experience at The Hollow at Cattail Springs! I was the only one onsite during my time there, so I had the whole place available to me. There was plenty of firewood so the fire stayed hot, I had complete access to the pond, and I had ample time of solitude which I was after. I couldn't recommend booking through Cole enough! He was there waiting for me when I arrived and was like talking to someone I had known for a long time. Thanks for the hospitality!
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Jennifer
October 2025
Weekend Trip to River Camp Fort Wayne
This was my first camping experience and I couldn't have picked a better place. The property is absolutely stunning! I can't wait to return in the summer, but I'm so glad we got to see the fall colors. Such a short walk to the river, which is just gorgeous. The cabin was perfect for us. The wood stove and water system were super easy to use and having a TV was a cherry on top! Lol. There were little touches everywhere of things that were either helpful or just plain charming. My main concern, being a first-timer was safety and that box was definitely checked. It's a perfect spot for a couple, a family with children or a group of college kids. We just left and I can't say enough. Thanks, Marla, for an amazing time!
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Nicole
October 2025
4 nights at The Firefly Nest
Our 2nd stay was fantastic like our first! This time it was a bit chilly at night. A efficient space heater was supplied. It kept the tent toasty!
We also noticed a update to the fire pit! It worked fabulously for our camp cooking needs as well as enjoyable warm campfire nights.
The fall leaves were beautiful and still provided a private camp experience. Love the attention to detail provided by Tim (host). Thankful for great hosts willing to share their property for hipcamp customers!
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Kydeem
October 2025
Weekend Trip to River Camp Fort Wayne
I loved the cabin at Marla's. It also has nice views, cool little trails and a nice place by the water to relax.
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Steven
October 2025
With pets
Great place. Clean and private. The site had everything. The welcome book with a list of things in the area was great
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Neil
September 2025
Weekend Trip to River Camp Fort Wayne
The cabin had convenient access and parking, good amenities, and above all was cozy!
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Martin
September 2025
Weekend Trip to River Camp Fort Wayne
This is the second time I have stayed at the cabin and both times have been an amazing experience! The amenities offered are amazing! I felt connected to the outdoors while still being able to enjoy the comforts of a clean and well supplied facility! A great way to get away for the weekend without all the hassles of traditional tent camping. A great way to dip your toe into camping before going all out into a tent.
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lindsey
September 2025
2 nights at The Firefly Nest
Perfect spot! It looked exactly how it does in the pictures and had everything we needed for a relaxing weekend trip! Especially loved the private fire pit area. Would definitely recommend booking this site!
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Amy
September 2025
3 nights at The Firefly Nest
This was a lovely location! Very unique, and very well put together. It’s one of my favorite locations I’ve camped. I will definitely book again when I’m back in this area!
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Madeline
September 2025
Weekend Trip to The Firefly Nest
This was the perfect location for a much needed weekend in the woods! This spot had everything we needed and we even got a visit from the friendly neighborhood cat, Snowflake! 10/10 experience.
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Abagail
September 2025
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Nicole
August 2025
3 nights at The Firefly Nest
We absolutely loved our 1st glamping stay! All other glamping must live up to this! It will be a high bar. You can tell the host put their love for camping into every detail. Can't wait for our future planned stays!
Privacy:
Summer:
Very private with large trees and green all around.
Host:
Tim was so responsive to all my messages before during and post stay.
Tent:
Clean, comfortable. Multiple outlets. I loved having the view of the sky in the tent. Slept very good!
Bathroom:
Clean, hot water, good water pressure. It's a working bathroom in the middle of a private camp!
Outdoor site:
All mulch easy to keep clean. Effective fire pit and cook surface. Plenty of dry wood for use. Loved the hammocks available to hang. Nicely lit for easy use. Multiple electric outlets. 2 pie makers, and grill basket.
Must bring:
Towels
Sheets
Pillows
Blankets
Cookware
Bathroom supplies
Dish soap
Location :
Private, not much to do close by. That's a positive to me. We did enjoy a 20 min drive to bike the rivergreen way and enjoy some fantastic BBQ at Soul Pig.
Just book it you won't be disappointed!
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Alex
August 2025
Weekend Trip to River Camp Fort Wayne
The cabin was clean and comfortable. Everything worked properly and we enjoyed our stay.
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Sara
August 2025
With kids
Looked exactly like the pictures…the lights were on when we arrived as it was already dark and lit up. The directions were clear and the site was easy to find. Every detail was taken into careful consideration. Bug spray, hammocks, seating, nightstands, a/c (which we didn’t need!) it was super cute and cozy! Loved having a fully functional bathroom. We will definitely return if we are ever back in the area. Thank you!
Oh, and we absolutely loved the Firefly Coffee Shop. We chose it to stick with the theme of the Hipcamp. Highly recommend!
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Cara
July 2025
Tent
With kids
The landscape here is beautiful. Lots of wetland life. This particular campsite is great for car and tent camping. Easy in easy out. Near toilet. One side is small rocks the other side is soil. The soil can become mud with heavy rain but as Cole and Janel further develop their camp each week it’s getting better and better. They put lots of passion into their work and are super great hosts. The week I was there they were installing a stream that runs from the top of the hill to the pond. What a cool feature and this will help mask the sound of the highway.
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