There aren’t a whole lot of things that are better than camping on a hot day. Indiana is filled to the brim with awe-inspiring hiking and camping, and one of the most underappreciated spots in the state is no different. Pokagon State Park is a beautiful place that plenty of tourists seem to overlook. However, the locals know it for sure: Pokagon State Park is where it’s at.

In 1925, what is now Pokagon State Park (then known as Lake James Park) was proposed as the newest state park.
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It would be Indiana's fifth state park. It's a beautiful area, renamed "Pokagon" in honor of the two most notable leaders of the Potawatomi people, a father and son duo who used to inhabit the region.
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The park is sprinkled with beautiful natural lakes, all created from 10,000 to 15,000 years ago by melting glaciers.
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Today, it's a little slice of pure paradise, and you can spend a weekend (or longer!) taking it all in. There are more than 200 campsites available for booking at Pokagon State Park, and there's something for everyone to enjoy no matter their camping expertise (or lack of).

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The majority of available campsites have electricity, so Pokagon is the ideal setting for a glamping adventure.
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"Glamping" combines all the pleasure of hotel glamour with the outdoorsy charm of camping; it's a total blast, and honestly, we're not sure exactly how it is that glamping is seemingly only a recent trend.
For those who don't quite feel like roughing it, there are also cabin rentals available at Pokagon State Park.
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There's also the Potawatomi Inn, which is one of the most popular spots for locals and visitors to congregate. The park, like the inn, is open all year, and although it's a great respite from the summer heat, don't underestimate its awesomeness during the coldest months, too. It's worth a visit during every season.
Lake James has a beachy vibe, and sometimes you might realize you've forgotten you're in a state with no actual beaches.
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There's plenty to love; from picturesque sunrises and sunsets to excellent fishing and camping and plenty of delightful wildlife to keep an eye on. Surely, every person in your party - should you choose to bring the family along - will find something to love.
The rates are quite reasonable.
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At the time of this writing, non-electric campsites range from $12 to $22, and electric sites range from $23 to $35. Group camping permits are $240.

For more pictures, booking, pricing, and more visit the official website. For more Indiana camping adventure ideas, this list should provide some inspiration!

What do you think? Have you ever camped at Pokagon State Park?

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Pokagon State Park, Park Office:, 450 Ln 100 Lake James, Angola, IN 46703, USA