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The Mannex! Indiana Dunes Nat'l Pk

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4 reviews

· Beverly Shores, Porter County, Indiana

2 acres hosted by Geoff W.

1 RV/tent site

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100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

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. Tent campers can pitch a tent on the grassy area east of the fire pit or anywhere in the woods. 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.essentially a flat pebble parking lot, slightly sloping to the north, very slightly, nothing some levelers can't fix.

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100% Recommend6 ratings · 4 reviews

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· July 2025

Amazing location!

5 m pop-up camper · With kids ·

Mannex

We camped with our ALiner here for the 4th of July weekend. This spot did not disappoint. Geoff was a great host and gave us so many pointers - where to go to the beach, where to eat, etc. Our kiddos loved watching all the trains go by our spot. The space was spacious and you can tell Geoff put a lot of care into it. The beaches nearby are lovely and just down the road. Our only suggestion would be to have a porta potty on site. :)

April G.

6 reviews

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· July 2025

6 m Class B · With pets ·

Mannex

This was a great spot! Very close to the beaches. Felt secluded enough but close enough to town to grab anything. We went with our lab and toddler and it was perfect.

Cara J.

2 reviews

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· June 2025

Great site, location, and host!

8 m travel trailer · With pets ·

Mannex

We had a fantastic stay at this campsite! Jeff was absolutely awesome — super friendly, helpful, and clearly dedicated to making sure guests have a great experience. He checked in to make sure we had everything we needed and made us feel totally welcome from the start. The location is ideal — peaceful and private, but still really close to the beach and anything else you might need. It was so convenient to pop out for groceries, food, or hit the coast for the day. One thing we were a little unsure about beforehand was the commuter train tracks nearby, but they turned out to be no issue at all. The trains weren’t loud, and from inside our camper, we couldn’t hear them at all — it didn’t disturb the peace in the slightest. The site itself was clean, well-maintained, and had a relaxed, easygoing vibe. Whether you’re looking to unwind in nature or use it as a base to explore the area, this place is perfect. Highly recommend — we’ll definitely be back!

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Erica J.

11 reviews

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· June 2025

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7 m Class C · With pets ·

Mannex

Camping at Mannex was great! Clean, great utilities, welcoming host. Located within minutes of Lake Michigan, beautiful beach and sunset. Bike trail to the beach is easily accessed, restaurant with live music just down the road. Pet friendly, too! Thank you, Geoff!

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Laurie B.

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Beverly Shores, Porter County, Indiana, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Geoff W.

Joined in October 2024

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