On Lake Minnehaha, The Funky Turtle @ Lakeshore Camp Resort with all the Campground Amenities!

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
Portage, IN
  • Portage Lakefront Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Ogden Dunes Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • West Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Portage

Located 3 mi (4.8 km) from East Branch, this campground is within a 10-minute drive of Indiana Dunes National Park. The accommodation includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Founders' Square Park - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Portage Lakefront Beach - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Ogden Dunes Beach - 9 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • West Beach - 11 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying J Travel Center - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪John T McCutcheon Travel Plaza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Indiana Toll Road | Portage Service Plaza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive

About this property

On Lake Minnehaha, The Funky Turtle @ Lakeshore Camp Resort with all the Campground Amenities!

Funky Turtle is on Lake Minnehaha! This very cute and clean park model is in Lakeshore Camp Resort on the quieter North side of the lake. Enjoy the amazing view and relax from the hustle of daily life, about an hour from downtown Chicago. This resort offers many amenities and entertainment options for the whole family! Pack a bag and enjoy the great outdoors! The Funky Turtle has 1 bedroom with a queen bed, 1 full Bathroom, a sleeper sofa, 4 beds in upstairs loft, and a kitchen.



Message Property Manager on booking site

This is in a large Camp Resort in the beautiful Northwest Indiana close to Lake Michigan and National Park.
The Resort has 940 sites, a 22 Acre Lake we are directly on, 4 pools, beaches, fishing (no License needed), boat rentals, Mini Golf, Tennis, Basketball, and Volleyball courts plus more items to rent. See Campground Website

You will receive all access/address information 2 days prior to arrival.
24 hour attendant at Main gate will need Booking Guest to show ID and be the driver into campgrounds.

This Park Model has 1 private bedroom, 1 full bathroom, a kitchen with full size fridge. Outdoor seating for many with a fire pit. Back deck overlooking the lake with a gorgeous view. This spot is very family friendly just ready to make amazing memories!

Uber/ Lyft limited in area
South Shore Portage/Ogden Dunes Train Station about 10 Minute car ride

Prior to your stay, we require you to complete a pre-arrival form, upload a valid government ID (drivers license, passport, state ID) and sign and agree to our rental conditions.
Any basic need items that have been provided at the home are complimentary to get your stay started, any additional needs will be provided by the guest.
Outside Cameras are on front and back doors.
The accommodation is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and a dining table.

Property manager

Robin

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 375 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 24

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this campground?

This campground is located in Portage, close to West Beach, Ogden Dunes Beach, and Portage Lakefront Beach. You'll also find Indiana Dunes National Park and Marquette Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this campground?

No, this campground doesn't offer parking.

Is this campground associated with a casino?

No, this campground is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this campground?

No, there is no indoor pool at this campground.

What do couples enjoy most about On Lake Minnehaha, The Funky Turtle @ Lakeshore Camp Resort with all the Campground Amenities!?

At this lakeside campground, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as tennis.

Does On Lake Minnehaha, The Funky Turtle @ Lakeshore Camp Resort with all the Campground Amenities! have a hot tub?

No, this campground doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this campground offer breakfast?

No, this campground doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this campground allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this campground.

Can I book a room with a balcony at On Lake Minnehaha, The Funky Turtle @ Lakeshore Camp Resort with all the Campground Amenities!?

Yes, every accommodation at On Lake Minnehaha, The Funky Turtle @ Lakeshore Camp Resort with all the Campground Amenities! comes with a deck with some featuring lake views.

On Lake Minnehaha, The Funky Turtle @ Lakeshore Camp Resort with all the Campground Amenities! Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a trailer, in a trailer park - not a house. Don’t be deceived by the photos. For the price and all the extra fees we paid we could have spent less and had 2 hotel rooms that are quiet and have functional bathrooms with a shower that provides hot water. While the management company was very responsive and has done a nice job keeping this property clean, the property itself was not at all what we expected. The property location is very close to the highway and an active train track. There is a lot of background noise from both- I had to use earplugs to sleep. The trailer is cutely decorated, and has a nice fire pit outside, which we used. There is a small kitchen that is functional, which we also used. The sleeping arrangements were ok - we had a group of 4 kids and 2 moms. The kids used the loft where there are 4 single beds. The loft has only ~4 ft ceiling, so you do have to crawl when moving around. One mom slept in the 1 bedroom and the other on the couch. There is AC, which was great, although the kids said it was stuffy/ hot in the loft. There is a small bathroom with a shower, however, as noted earlier, none of us had hot water for our shower, not even the first person that used it. The tub also did not drain well. Overall, we were comfortable and the accommodations were better than camping, but that’s about all I can say. I would not return and am happy we were only there for a single night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay, but a little noisy.

We had a great stay at the Funky Turtle. The house was clean and just enough space for my family of 5. The house is close to campground bathrooms if the occasional extra bathroom is needed. We enjoyed the fire pit, use of the grill, and sitting on the porch. Our only complaint is about the noise but it was clear from the map that the campground was located near an interstate. While sitting outside you can hear the noise from the interstate and close by trains. However, inside was much quieter. We also visited during a holiday week. The campground was very busy and noisy (despite the sound restrictions) on the holiday, but after that there were fewer campers and it was much quieter. We loved watching the fish and turtles swimming near the property. We would definitely recommend this house for anyone wanting to get away for a bit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025