Discover the rugged beauty of Marengo Cave with a stay at Campsite 5. This outdoor destination combines underground marvels with scenic camping in Indiana’s Hoosier National Forest. Read on for all you need to know!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 day
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, especially those comfortable with walking and basic outdoor activities
Wildlife
History
Marengo Cave has been a popular tourist attraction since its discovery in 1883, and played a role in local industrial history during limestone quarrying eras.
Conservation
The park emphasizes sustainable tourism, minimizing environmental impact through regulated tours and trail management.
Marengo Cave
Discover the rugged beauty of Marengo Cave with a stay at Campsite 5. This outdoor destination combines underground marvels with scenic camping in Indiana’s Hoosier National Forest. Read on for all you need to know!
Marengo Cave, located in Marengo, Indiana, operates as a recreational site offering guided cave tours, overnight lodging, and outdoor campsites. The business provides a range of on-site accommodations including cabins, RV sites, and tent campsites. Visitors can choose from named cabins—Cedar Bend Cabin, Dogwood Retreat, Maple Hideaway, and Oak Hill Cabin—multiple campsites, and designated RV sites listed for reservation.
Marengo Cave lists specific RV sites with electric hookups on RV Site C2 and RV Site A2, which are described for short stays of one to three nights and note minimum night policies for holidays and weekends where specified. The property offers Combo Tours as an additional product alongside standard tour options and site rentals. All bookings and trip details are presented as discrete trip listings so guests can select a site or tour that fits their needs.
As a business operating in Marengo, Indiana, Marengo Cave presents clear, named inventory for reservations and emphasizes practical amenities where provided. Public information about the site’s accommodations and tours supports straightforward planning for visitors seeking short stays, cabin lodging, or RV camping. Reservations and availability depend on the specific trip listing selected.
Descriptions and summaries for many individual campsites and cabins are provided on the trip listings; guests are encouraged to review each listing for exact terms, minimum night requirements, and amenities. Contact information and booking instructions are available through the business’s reservation channels. Staff and management provide reservation support and site information through official booking channels and guest services. Year-round assistance available.
Location
Marengo, Indiana
Property and tours based in Marengo, IN
Cabins Available
4
Cedar Bend, Dogwood, Maple, Oak Hill
RV Hookups
2
Electric hookups listed for C2 and A2
Sites & Tours
19
Named cabins, campsites, RV sites, tours
Check availability for tours, cabins, RV sites, and campsites — reserve the exact trip listing that fits the stay.
Plan for cave tours
Book guided cave tours in advance to see the most stunning formations and avoid crowds.
Bring layered clothing
Temperatures inside the cave stay constant, but outdoor conditions vary; dress in layers.
Arrive early
Secure a good campsite before others arrive, especially during peak seasons.
Check park hours
Verify cave tour availability and park hours before planning your visit.
Headlamp or flashlight
Necessary for underground cave exploration and night camping safety.
Sturdy hiking shoes
Provides support and grip on rocky trail surfaces around the cave.
Camping bedding and gear
For comfortable overnight stays at Campsite 5.
Wildlife binoculars
Enhance wildlife viewing during daytime hikes.