Peru is located about 63 miles north of downtown Indianapolis, Indiana and 54 miles southwest of Fort Wayne, Indiana. The population of Peru in 2024 is approximately 10,716 people.
Experience the best of outdoor adventures at the nearby Miami State Recreation Area, managed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and beautifully situated on the expansive shores of Mississinewa Lake.
This prime camping destination offers a blend of relaxation and activity to suit any camper’s style. Whether you’re piloting an RV or pitching a tent, the facilities here cater to all needs with well-maintained sites that boast modern amenities. For families, this State Recreation Area is a perfect spot, with playgrounds and safe swimming areas to keep everyone entertained.
Explore the natural beauty of Indiana by hiking through trails that offer picturesque views of the lake and surrounding woodlands. Anglers and boating enthusiasts will find the expansive waters of Mississinewa Lake ideal for a day spent fishing or cruising on the water. The area is also rich in wildlife, providing ample opportunities for bird watching and nature photography.
Join the vibrant community of campers who return year after year to relish the serene environment and the array of outdoor activities available. Make this State Recreation Area your next camping destination and create lasting memories in the great outdoors.
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CLICK THE MAP IMAGE above for the location of the Mississinewa Lake and campground photos.
PLEASE NOTE: The listings below were accurate from an earlier time, but likely do not reflect all the amenities offered at this campground. Many campground facilities add or remove campsites and amenities over time. We strongly recommend you visit the DNR website at Mississinewa Lake for all information, complete details and much more.
| RV Camping |
 x37 Sites with Full Hookupsx314 Electric Sitesx39 Non-Electric Sitesx30 & 50 Amp ServicexDump Station |
| Tent Camping |
| xYesxxYouth Tent Camping |
| Other |
| xBasketball CourtxBeach Bathhouse xxw/Restrooms & Showers xBoat Launching RampsxBoat Mooring AreaxGrillsxxFire RingsxFish Cleaning Station**xFishing Piers**xFrisbee Golf CoursexMarinaxxPets WelcomexPicnic AreasxxPicnic Shelters*xPicnic TablesxRestrooms and ShowersxSwimming BeachxVault ToiletsxxVolleyball CourtxWater Stations |
| Rentals |
| xCabins |
| Things To Do |
| xBasketballxxBicyclingxBoatingxxCanoeingxChildren’s PlaygroundsxxFishing**xFrisbee GolfxxHiking TrailsxHorseshoe PitxxIce Fishing**xKayakingxxMountain Bike TrailxPicnickingxxRow BoatingxSwimmingxVarious Water ActivitiesxVolleyballxxWater Skiing |
| Special Info |
| * – Picnic Shelters – Contact DNR facility regarding the probability of Rental Fees. |
| ** – Fishing – Requires State License. |
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All camping activities take place at the Miami State Recreation Area at Mississinewa Lake.
CLICK HERE to make reservations for the Miami State Recreation Area.
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Nearby Eats & Other Fixins’
| Beef ‘O’ Brady’s |  |
| Dillinger’s | |
| Harvey Hinklemeyers | |
| My Pizza My Way | |
| Gabriel’s Pancake House | |
Nearby Attractions
| American Huey 369 Museum |  |
| Circus Hall of Fame | |
| Grissom Air Museum | |
| Ole Olson Memorial Theatre | |
| The Roxy Theater | |
Also, we list 7 additional campgrounds within a 25-mile radius of Peru. All mileage numbers shown below are approximate.
The campgrounds are as follows:
Tall Sycamore Campgrounds
– 10 miles
Logansport, Indiana
France Park
– 20 miles
Logansport, Indiana
Salamonie River State Forest**
– 20 miles
Lagro, Indiana
**This state forest is for primitive camping only. There are no hook-ups for RVs.
Salamonie Lake
– 23 miles
Andrews, Indiana
Springhill Campground & Pay Pit
– 23 miles
Kokomo, Indiana
Lakeview Campground
– 24 miles
Rochester, Indiana
Beaver Point Campground
– 25 miles
Windfall, Indiana