Student friendly campgrounds in Midwest USA

Deer Ridge Camping Resort

• Peaceful, green and leafy park a short drive from Richmond city
• Next to a huge reservoir and park with boating and fishing
• Shop, miniature golf and outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers

Camp Escape

• Wilderness campsite surrounded by forest, 10 miles from Merrill
• A 20-minute drive to Underdown Recreation Area; 50 to Ice Age Trail
• Secluded forest pitches with lake views, wooded hills and fishing

Camp Squid

• Wild camping on 15 acres of woodland near Benzonia, Michigan
• A 10-minute drive to Crystal Mountain Resort; Lake Michigan 40 minutes
• Off-grid forest pitches with campfire rings and firewood provided

Four Seasons RV Acres

• Relaxed and scenic site a few miles from Abilene
• Spectacular sunsets, duck pond and plenty of room to roam
• Pool, miniature golf, fishing and RV service centre

Chris' Campground

• Family-owned park near Spearfish, South Dakota
• Heated swimming pools, petting zoo and basketball court
• Easy driving distance to the Black Hills and Mount Rushmore

Timber Ridge RV and Recreation Resort

Black Hawk Creek RV Park

• Peaceful site on the outskirts of the Black Hills of South Dakota
• Rapid City 10 minutes’ drive; Deadwood and Mount Rushmore 40 minutes
• Play area and dog park; views of the Black Hills; stargazing

Hillcrest Event Center

• Multi-purpose venue with many events such as festivals and fairs
• Amphitheatre for activities and entertainment
• Olympic-size pool, sun deck, golf course and restaurant

Buena Vista Farms

• Spacious manicured park 10 minutes' drive from Jacksonville
• Canoeing; paddleboating; manicure, pedicure, massages by appointment
• Two fishing lakes filled with bluegill, bass, catfish and crappie

JV Vineyard and Retreat

• Secluded forest campsite bordered by vineyards
• Adjoining the Hobart Wildlife Area; Scranton 10 minutes' drive
• Firepit and firewood included; kayaks and fully stocked fishing pond

Kayak Starved Rock Campground

• Waterfront camping on the Illinois River opposite Starved Rock
• Senachwine Lake 45 minutes’ drive; Chicago one and a half hours
• Firepit and picnic table for each pitch; kayak tours and rentals

Horse Creek Adventures

• Back-to-basics cabins with views of the Loess Hills in Western Iowa
• A 10-minute drive to stores at Sidney; 20 minutes from Nebraska City
• Off-grid site with a fishing pond and 170 acres with trails to hike

Jellystone Park Kansas City

• Family-friendly campsite
• On-site amenities and activities - tons of fun for all ages!
• On-site store and gift shop, laundry and restrooms

Dexter Run Farms and Lodging

• Rural Ohio campground on a working beef farm in Meigs County
• Moonville Rail Trail 45 minutes' drive away; Hocking Hills 55 minutes
• Rich in wildlife; stargazing, yoga, kayaking and fishing on site

Fisher Family Retreat

• Family-centric campground with Hocking Hills views near Logan, Ohio
• Logan shops and Hocking Hills State Park both 15 minutes’ drive
• Private, dog-friendly countryside trails and a craft shop in the park

St Hazards Waterfront Resort and Brewery

• Lively 21-acre resort on Middle Bass Island in the middle of Lake Erie
• Private beach, with kayaking and paddleboarding available nearby
• Restaurant, microbrewery, swimming pool, hot tub and playground

Elk Creek Resort and Lodge

• Over 150 acres in the Elk Creek valley
• Fishing pond: no licence needed
• Pool, games room and museum all on site

Glen's Cove

• Friendly resort on the banks of St Marys River near Goetzville
• Several golf courses within an hour's drive
• Great fishing on site, with bait and tackle shop and boat rentals

Arrowhead Point RV Park and Cabins Campground

• Beautiful, well maintained, peaceful park
• Fishing pond and walking trails
• Large pull-thru full-hookup mostly-level RV sites

Bearded Buffalo Resort

• Peaceful site a couple of miles outside of Custer State Park
• Within 20 minutes’ drive of three Black Hills lakes
• Five minutes’ drive from restaurants and shops in Custer town