Quick Summary: All across the Midwest, which is also known as Flyover Country, are beautiful landscapes of dense woodlands, forested valleys, shimmering winding waterways, and tranquil lakes that draw both locals and visitors to enjoy its natural beauty. Home to hundreds of campgrounds and campsites across several states, the Midwest has a camping spot for every taste from primitive tent camping amongst the trees and rustic overnight cabins to beautiful beachfront campsites and family-friendly retreats. Here are some of the Midwest’s most popular campgrounds and recreation areas for the whole family to enjoy.


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1. Alum Creek State Park Campground ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Brown County State Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Clinton Lake State Recreation Area

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4. Dogwood Springs Campground

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5. Findley State Park

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6. Gateway Park Campground

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7. Grandpa's Farm Campground

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8. Eldon Hazlet State Park

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9. Hocking Hills State Park

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10. Hoosier Horse Camp

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11. Hueston Woods State Park Campground

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12. Indian Lake State Park Campground

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13. Indiana Dunes State Park

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14. John Bryan State Park

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15. Lena KOA Holiday

16. Mississippi Palisades State Park

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17. North Higgins Lake State Park

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18. Potato Creek State Park

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19. Robinson's Whitewater River Campground

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20. Salt Fork State Park

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21. Shabbona Lake State Park

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22. Sleeping Bear Dunes - Platte River Campground

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23. Tahquamenon Falls State Park

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