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The best camping near Winona Lake with snow sports
99% (155) • 1,417 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Winona Lake
River Camp Fort Wayne
1. River Camp Fort Wayne
98%
(219)
38mi from Winona Lake · 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
Shipshewana North Park Amish Log Cabin Lodging & Campground
2. Shipshewana North Park Amish Log Cabin Lodging & Campground
31mi from Winona Lake
Nestled in a picturesque setting, our campground stands out for its serene atmosphere and close-knit community feel, making it the perfect getaway for nature lovers and families alike. Whether you're enjoying a cozy stay in one of our charming cabins, camping under the stars, or simply passing through, we invite you to indulge in a delightful treat at our Frozen Custard Stand.
Savor the rich flavors of our Old Fashioned Amish Frozen Custard, or treat yourself to a classic Banana Split or a decadent Turtle Sundae. We also offer the option to host an ice cream social for your group, making it a memorable experience for everyone involved.
Our campground is conveniently located near stunning natural features, inviting swimming holes, and a variety of outdoor activities. Plus, you'll find local restaurants and shops just a short drive away, ensuring you have everything you need for a fantastic stay. Bus tours are always welcome, so come and enjoy the sweet taste of summer with us!
Chain O'Lakes State Park
3. Chain O'Lakes State Park
100%
(7)
State park 24mi from Winona Lake · 432 sites
Discover Chain O'Lakes State Park: A Haven for Nature Lovers and Outdoor Enthusiasts.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Salamonie River State Forest
4. Salamonie River State Forest
State forest 33mi from Winona Lake · 36 sites
Discover the natural beauty of Salamonie River State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Salamonie Lake
5. Salamonie Lake
Park 33mi from Winona Lake · 333 sites
Salamonie Lake: A Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts and Campers Alike.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Potato Creek State Park
6. Potato Creek State Park
100%
(3)
State park 36mi from Winona Lake · 365 sites
Discover the natural beauty of Potato Creek State Park and its myriad of outdoor activities.
Pets
Toilets
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Tippecanoe River State Park
7. Tippecanoe River State Park
67%
(4)
State park 42mi from Winona Lake · 182 sites
Discover Tippecanoe River State Park's scenic trails and historic charm.
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99% (155) • 1,417 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Winona Lake
River Camp Fort Wayne
1. River Camp Fort Wayne
98%
(219)
38mi from Winona Lake · 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
Shipshewana North Park Amish Log Cabin Lodging & Campground
2. Shipshewana North Park Amish Log Cabin Lodging & Campground
31mi from Winona Lake
Nestled in a picturesque setting, our campground stands out for its serene atmosphere and close-knit community feel, making it the perfect getaway for nature lovers and families alike. Whether you're enjoying a cozy stay in one of our charming cabins, camping under the stars, or simply passing through, we invite you to indulge in a delightful treat at our Frozen Custard Stand.
Savor the rich flavors of our Old Fashioned Amish Frozen Custard, or treat yourself to a classic Banana Split or a decadent Turtle Sundae. We also offer the option to host an ice cream social for your group, making it a memorable experience for everyone involved.
Our campground is conveniently located near stunning natural features, inviting swimming holes, and a variety of outdoor activities. Plus, you'll find local restaurants and shops just a short drive away, ensuring you have everything you need for a fantastic stay. Bus tours are always welcome, so come and enjoy the sweet taste of summer with us!
Chain O'Lakes State Park
3. Chain O'Lakes State Park
100%
(7)
State park 24mi from Winona Lake · 432 sites
Discover Chain O'Lakes State Park: A Haven for Nature Lovers and Outdoor Enthusiasts.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Salamonie River State Forest
4. Salamonie River State Forest
State forest 33mi from Winona Lake · 36 sites
Discover the natural beauty of Salamonie River State Forest.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
Salamonie Lake
5. Salamonie Lake
Park 33mi from Winona Lake · 333 sites
Salamonie Lake: A Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts and Campers Alike.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Potato Creek State Park
6. Potato Creek State Park
100%
(3)
State park 36mi from Winona Lake · 365 sites
Discover the natural beauty of Potato Creek State Park and its myriad of outdoor activities.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Tippecanoe River State Park
7. Tippecanoe River State Park
67%
(4)
State park 42mi from Winona Lake · 182 sites
Discover Tippecanoe River State Park's scenic trails and historic charm.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Nick
February 2026
Tent
Stayed here during the offseason and had the property to myself most of my stay. This is a nice slice of nature to have right in Fort Wayne's backyard so you can't beat the convenience. If you forget something, there's a Walmart less than 15 minutes away. Property was fairly clean, laid out well, with a decent spacing between sites. I didn't use them, but the sites include fire rings and chairs. My only complaint would be how incredibly dark it got back there at night. I appreciated the motion activated lights in a few spots but even just something dim like dim cafe lights would be helpful.
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Aidan
October 2025
Tent
Very nice woods and Marla and her husband were extremely nice. The Disc Golf is pretty fun too! Would defintly come back again.
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Haylea
October 2025
Tent
We stayed in campsite one. It was really nice and not too far from the parking spots. The bathroom was also nice and not too far of a walk from the campsite.
We will definitely be back again. We loved that they provided firewood!
Just be prepared to carry your camping stuff to your site, they do have wagons but when we went everyone else had taken them already and kept them at their sites so we had nothing to use to haul our stuff to our site.
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Deanna
October 2025
Tent
With kids
Great time with our young kids! The river is beautiful
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Mark
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Even though it's in Fort Wayne.
It was nice and secluded and peaceful.
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Steve
September 2025
Tent
Great place. The owners are very nice people. I recommend going there.
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Tyler
September 2025
Tent
The campgrounds were clean and maintained. It was easy to get to and quite. I only stayed for one night, but I enjoyed myself thoroughly. I'd recommend for anyone to give it a chance. Being so close to the river was delightful and I'll be returning again in the future.
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Katy
July 2025
Tent
With pets
We really enjoyed camping at the River Camp. Sites were clean and spacious. You don't even feel like you are in the city. Marla is a great host! Definitely recommend to everyone!!
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Chelsie
July 2025
Tent
With kids
What an absolutely beautiful location! The campsites were shaded and very well maintained. We will be returning for sure!
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Sorgalyn
July 2025
Tent
With pets
We had a great time 👌 I recommend it to be interacting with nature I love it
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Susan
July 2025
Tent
This is a beautiful property with about 8 camp sites. We choose number three and we had the whole place to ourselves. We took chairs to the river and did some fishing. If you want to see what we caught check us out on YouTube Fish~N~Rocks with Ben and Sue. Everything was great we had a great time.
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Justin
June 2025
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Justin
June 2025
Tent
I had an awesome time camping here! The trails were well maintained, there was a bench set up near the river that was perfect for watching the sunrise. I camped at site 3, which had the perfect amount of shade. When I am in the area again I definitely plan on returning!
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Zachary
June 2025
Tent
Great place. Nice and peaceful. Kept me relaxed and happy
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Anthony
June 2025
Tent
Great camp for the price and location. Owners really seem to be putting effort in updates.
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Shea
May 2025
Tent
A wonderful experience! The site was laid out and ready for us to setup very quickly- and a grate was even left for us to cook with
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Anthony
May 2025
Tent
With kids
Had a great time here on Marla's land , the trails are clear and enjoyed the scenery. Going to play night Frisbee tonight in the open field should be fun ! Place gives you the real feel of Nature ! Relaxing !
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Jamie
May 2025
Tent
We had a wonderful time tent camping for the weekend!! Marla’s property is beautiful, quiet, and very peaceful. The campsites are spaced out nicely for privacy, the grounds are well-kept, and the location is an easy drive to downtown. Plus, they have carts to help haul your things to/from your vehicle, as well as firewood provided!! We couldn’t have asked for a better first experience using Hipcamp. Definitely recommend!!
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