Peru, Indiana calls itself the Circus Capital of America, home to the Peru Circus Winter Quarters and the vibrant Circus City Festival each July. Seven RV parks dot the area, offering easy access to Mississinewa Lake's waters and downtown's historic charm along the Wabash River. Camp here to paddle reservoirs by day and catch live big-top shows under the stars.
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Peru thrives on circus legacy. The Peru Amateur Circus performs daring acts at the Coleman Memorial Park every summer, drawing crowds to this Miami County seat. Mississinewa Lake dominates outdoor fun: boat rentals launch from the marina, trails wind through 14,000 acres of woods, and the riverfront downtown buzzes with antique shops on Broadway Street. Annual events like the Miami County Corn Festival fill weekends with rides and local eats.
RV parks make Peru a perfect base. Families love Mississinewa Lake for its playground, WiFi, showers, and 50-amp sites at $30 to $50 per night. Budget travelers pick Indian Trails Campground from $27 nightly or Misthaven Resort with WiFi starting at $32. Woody's Spillway Camp and Bait suits anglers chasing lake bass, while Mississinewa Lake Seasonal Campground delivers 30- and 50-amp hookups plus showers for long-haul stays.
Peru earns fame as the Circus Capital of America. The Peru Circus Winter Quarters trains performers year-round, and the annual Circus City Festival in July showcases amateur acrobats at Coleman Memorial Park. This Miami County town also boasts Mississinewa Lake for boating and the Wabash River waterfront, blending history with outdoor thrills in a compact package.
Find seven RV parks near Peru, including Mississinewa Lake, Indian Trails Campground, and Misthaven Resort. Mississinewa Lake offers WiFi, showers, and 50-amp hookups right on the reservoir; Indian Trails starts at $27/night near town; Misthaven provides WiFi from $32. Most sit within 10 miles of downtown along State Road 218 or lake shores.
Yes, Mississinewa Lake and Mississinewa Lake Seasonal Campground offer 50-amp hookups. Mississinewa Lake pairs them with WiFi, showers, and a playground for $30 to $50/night; the seasonal site adds 30-amp options too. These spots handle big rigs near the lake's marina and trails.
