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Gather with friends, family, or corporate groups at our popular Primitive Group Site, the best of Mongo Indiana camping. Choose riverside, woodland, or a spot in between for a versatile outdoor experience. Wake up to fishing, kayaking, or swimming just steps from your tent. The spacious site includes a large fire ring and 3 picnic tables, providing ample room for tents, canopies, vehicles, kayaks, and gear.

Camp Details

Pricing

Rates vary based on your preferred style of adventure. We use dynamic pricing that takes your site type, trip date, and availability all into consideration. Just click “Book Now” and select your date to see real-time pricing and availability—no hidden fees or surprises!

Looking for a deal?
Plan your next adventure Monday through Friday, or visit during the shoulder season (before Memorial Day or after Labor Day) for the best savings and promo opportunities.

Seasons/Availability

Prime Season: May 23 – Sept 1
Shoulder Season: April 21 – May 22 & Sept 2 – Dec 1

Check in/Check out

Check-in time is at 2 PM on the day of your arrival
If you would like to request an early check-in, this request must be placed with our office PRIOR to your arrival. We attempt to fill all reasonable requests, but early check-in times cannot be guaranteed
Check-out time is at 12 PM on the day of your departure

Group size

Cost includes 10 people*
5 vehicle limit per site

*Additional people are $10 per person per night

Minimum stay

Our Group Primitive site is #67
A two-night minimum stay and paddling reservations are required to rent this site.

Included

Tent camping
Picnic table
Fire ring
Access to the Water Fill Station

Not Included

Electric hook-up
Sewer hook-up
Fire grate
Access to the Dump Station

What to bring

Bring your own:

Camper
Tents
Hammocks
Preferred sleeping quarters
Coolers
Food
Personal camp gear

We do have a store on-site with any goodies you might forget, but you’ll want to try & pack all necessities for whatever makes a typical camping trip comfortable for you!

Reservation & Cancellation Policy

FULL payment is required at the time of reservation.
Trip changes and cancellations may be made up until 10 days prior to your reservation.
Cancellations made more than 10 days prior to arrival will qualify for a credit for a future date.
NO REFUNDS unless you have purchased Trip Cancellation Protection
If Trading Post cancels the trip due to river or weather conditions, you will be offered a credit for a future date.
Once you are on the river or parked at your campsite, there are no refunds or credits. Please keep in mind that heat, wind, cold, rain, insects, and ever-changing river conditions are part of the activity!
If for any reason you need to cancel all or a portion of your reservation, the following guidelines will apply:
- 11 days or MORE prior to your arrival date – you can reschedule for another date within the same season or receive a credit for a future date.
- 10 days or LESS prior to your arrival date – No Refunds or Credits are issued, unless you purchased Trip Cancellation Protection.
- Failure to check-in or contact us on the date of your scheduled arrival may forfeit your site, boat reservation and seat on the bus.
- No refunds or credits are issued for dropping boats or changing trips less than 10 days prior to your trip date & time, unless you purchased Trip Cancellation Protection.
- No refunds or credits are issued for no call/no shows. You MUST contact us prior to your trip time to take advantage of the Trip Cancellation Protection.

Campground Rules

CHECK-IN time is 2:00 p.m. EST
CHECK-OUT time is 12:00 NOON EST
QUIET TIME is 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. and is strictly enforced. Non-compliance will result in eviction with no refund.
2 vehicle limit per standard site. There is no overflow parking.
Please respect your neighboring campers and their families.
No loud music, and all music off at 11:00 p.m.
Generators are NOT allowed.
No vulgar, offensive language.
NO FIREWORKS of any kind are allowed in the campground.
All vehicles are to be parked and remain parked after 10:00pm.
All cars must have a car tag pass.
All visitors at the Trading Post must register at the office and get a VISITOR CAR TAG before proceeding into the campground.
Visitors MUST depart by 10:00pm
Non paddling visitors will be assessed a $5/person/day visitor’s fee.
No illegal drugs of any kind. Violators will be reported to local authorities.
Storm shelter is in bath house, open 24 hours.
Campground speed limit is 5 MPH.
Please do not move the fire rings.
No cutting of trees or marring of branches.
A dumpster is provided for bagged trash disposal.
Please clean your campsite upon departure. Failure to do so will result in being assessed a $50 cleaning fee.
Recycling containers for aluminum cans are provided.
Vaccinated & socially friendly pets are welcome but must be kept in your campsite & on a leash.
Campground pond fishing is ok but is catch & release only.
The playground is for children only. Children must be supervised by an adult and play is at own risk.
No lifeguard is on duty, swim at own risk.

See Why Our Loyal Customers Keep Coming Back

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Google Reviews

I went camping at the trading Post with my grandpa last year twice experience was phenomenal the friendliness of the staff the amount of room we had at our campsite it was beautiful pigeon River was one of the cleanest Rivers I have ever seen…

Jamie Wilson

Google Reviews

…The new owners have done a great job taking over and have made several upgrades to the property, equipment, etc…Camp sites are spacious, bathrooms/showers are clean, playground is nice, and it is safe. It’s just a great place for a day visit or camping for the weekend.

Stephanie Thomas

Google Reviews

I can’t wait to go camping here again! The prices are excellent. The staff are friendly, helpful, and I felt that they easily exceeded expectations for efficiency and ensuring that any interactions they have with their campers are positive ones…

Nathan Rains

Google Reviews

This is a great place for camping and a paddle trip! The staff were very friendly and accommodating…

Rob Campbell

Google Reviews

…Campground is very inviting with river side views, easy check-in, large mature tree shading and clean restrooms and shower facilities…Definitely a repeat destination.

Monica Vieyra

Google Reviews

…the staff are always super friendly and the river never disappoints! I would definitely recommend to anyone/family/couple for both camping or even just a day canoe trip!

Chrissy Hough

Google Reviews

…the staff are always super friendly and the river never disappoints! I would definitely recommend to anyone/family/couple for both camping or even just a day canoe trip!

Da Elliot Show

Google Reviews

Fantastic staff, great camping, and kayaking is a blast! Will definitely be back again soon!

Ted Williams

Google Reviews

…I’ve got to give this place its due praise and compliments…From the last minute arrangements, all the way to the overall safety of the campground, it was a phenomenal first time!…By golly I love this place!!! 😍😎🛶⛺️😀

Jon

Google Reviews

The trading post is the best camping experience I’ve ever had. I always enjoy camping with my grandpa. We love going down the river. I will be coming back every year. I love the staff they are so friendly.

Austin Carder

Google Reviews

Great paddle trips and great camping this past weekend!

Erik Boswell

Google Reviews

The absolute best place to go!!!…The new owners have really outdone themselves and the entire place is amazing! Camping is fantastic, kayak/canoe experiences are fantastic everything is…

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