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    Sports Lake Campground

    4.0 (6 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Wildwood Outdoor Escape

    Wildwood Outdoor Escape

    3.4
    (10 reviews)
    8.1 mi

    My husband and I and our 2 dogs stayed 4 nights at the campground for an event in Eaton. Right…read moreoutside of Hartford city you never know what to expect. We were pleasantly surprised at how nice the campground is and well maintained. There is a pool, a lake in the back for fishing, 2 kids parks, a mini putting area, and lots of open field. No noise from traffic, you are close to Hartford city if you need anything (just don't go to the McDonald's). Lots of other campers here that seem to have annual stays. We choose spot 108 because it was in the back and pretty secluded, no one else ended up staying at the closer sites and we had the area to ourselves. Picnic tables and firepits at the sites. They also have buddy campsites. We didn't use the wifi but it was accessible. They also have a rec area and have campsite chat nights, games, and all the fun stuff. Great place and would stay again!

    Place is a dump. Nasty owner! Pure trailer trash living here & by the looks of many live here full…read moretime. They have porches, mini barns, & fences all around us at site 41. Sites too close together. Site was on gravel not even a level concrete. People behind us were taking our space with their mini barn literally on our back bumper. Boyfriend Dan Ottinger booked us 2 nights here but we couldn't get their til 2nd day due to a flat tire and it was a mud pit on arrival and our site was slammed right next to neighbors both on the side and one behind us with mini barns infringing on site 41's space. Do NOT recommend this place at all especially this no privacy site. Oh and the uneducated owner lady has my boyfriend's name spelled as Otteringer on the paperwork. Such a hillbilly! Do NOT waste your $. Not worth $49/nite. Not worth 49 cents for this!

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    Tippecanoe River Run

    Tippecanoe River Run

    3.7
    (6 reviews)
    57.2 mi

    Don't pass on this place! It is located right on the river and a little hidden gem in Fulton…read moreCounty. It's quiet, has a nice playground and upgrades in the restrooms but the star of the show is the riverfront. Tippecanoe River is a fantastic river to kayak, swim and fish. You can rent kayaks here too. Disregard the negative review below. Sadly it is a disgruntled seasonal camper whose contract was not renewed. You can see all water testing online and the link is on their Facebook page if you want to check it out.

    This is a condensed version of a much longer review, but I urge anyone considering camping here to…read moreread it in full. I held a seasonal site here for 6 years, and what I've seen--especially in recent years--needs to be shared. At first glance, weekend campers may not notice the issues. If you're only there for a night or two and don't need help from the owners, you might never see the dysfunction that seasonal guests face. But behind the scenes, it's a different story entirely. There are several large red flags that i want to highlight. #1: The Contract Each year, seasonal campers are required to sign an annual agreement filled with clauses that are ethically questionable and potentially not even legal. (I'm happy to share documentation if requested.) The owner operates under a controlling, authoritarian mindset, where you are expected to remain silent and submissive--despite paying a premium to camp there. Voicing a concern (from something as simple as an electrical or environmental issues) risks you being removed from the campground. If you do need help or need to report a serious issue, don't expect any response via phone, text, email, or otherwise. #2: Water & Septic Yes, the other reviews are true. The water STINKS--not like well water or sulfur, but like actual raw sewage. Turning on a faucet in your camper is enough to make you gag. You do not feel comfortable showering or washing your dishes based on the smell alone. IDEM reports show that high levels of e-coli has been detected in campground water samples for at least two years. Yet, campers were never notified. That's public health negligence, and yes, the reports are publicly available on the Indiana Department of Environmental Management's website. As for the septic system, (which is a loosely used term) it is just a series of steel drums buried underground that have been there since the campground opened 50 years ago. No upgrades, no replacements. Just consider that for a moment, especially knowing the river is only about 40 yards away. #3: Invitation-Only Return Policy Your ability to return each year is based on an "invitation-only" policy. This allows the owner to keep campers walking on eggshells, afraid to say anything or stand up for themselves. It's a power trip, and it completely undermines any sense of community or trust. #4: Campground Conditions Maintenance is virtually nonexistent unless done by the seasonals themselves, who take pride in their own sites. The bath house is a disgrace--overflowing toilets, black mold in the corners, and showers in such unsanitary condition that you wouldn't wash your dog in them, let alone yourself or your children. It's teetering on being a public health hazard. Additionally, this campground is listed as "self-serve" meaning there is no camp host, nor anybody on the property if a situation were to arise. It also poses a concern of the safety of your belongings as there is no gate, people are allowed to drive in and out as they please. Final Thoughts I am not a disgruntled camper looking to cause drama. My family was well-liked within the campground community, and we had no issues with our fellow campers. This review is written because people need to know what's really happening at TRR and under the ownership of Sarah Straeter-Tackett and to proceed with caution. I have posted this review on various platforms and it is usually met with a defensive reply full of gaslighting, false claims, or "counter" reviews from her family. In fact every single positive review on this platform is from someone in her family and not anyone who actually camps there. That's the pattern. Take it all with a grain of salt. If you value transparency, safety, and a respectful camping experience--look elsewhere

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