Best camping near Merrillville

4 campgrounds · 4 ranked · updated 2026-07-20 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Merrillville, Indiana — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 4 of 4 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Camp Lawrence
#1 Camp Lawrence Marginal
14.9 mi away
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Heavy wildfire smoke — unhealthy air · Heavy
Camp Lawrence is a peaceful camping area located in Indiana. The campground has 28 sites and is open from April to October. The surrounding views are breathtaking and there are…
Why 59: live conditions (marginal) · 73 things to do within 15 mi
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Indiana Dunes State Park
#2 Indiana Dunes State Park Marginal
18.5 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Heavy wildfire smoke — unhealthy air · Heavy
Indiana Dunes State Park is a popular camping area located in the state of Indiana. The campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. There are…
Why 59: live conditions (marginal) · 80 things to do within 15 mi
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State Park
#3 State Park Marginal
18.9 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Heavy wildfire smoke — unhealthy air · Heavy
The State Park camping area in Indiana offers a range of amenities and is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides several facilities, including clean…
Why 59: live conditions (marginal) · 75 things to do within 15 mi
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Camp Shabbona Woods
#4 Camp Shabbona Woods Marginal
14.7 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Heavy wildfire smoke — unhealthy air · Heavy
Camp Shabbona Woods is a picturesque camping area located in Illinois. The campsite offers a beautiful view of the surrounding woods with a variety of outdoor activities such as…
Why 56: live conditions (marginal) · 518 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Merrillville

The Merrillville area has 4 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best camping near Merrillville

How are these campgrounds ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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