Mississinewa Lake Campground

Peru, Indiana is known as the Circus Capital of the World. You can learn more about the town’s circus history at the Circus City Museum. The museum is filled with displays, miniatures, costumes, and photographers from past circuses. There’s also the International Circus Hall of Fame. The hall of fame is located in the old circus winter quarters. The Peru Winter Quarters is one of 42 National Historic Landmarks in the state. At the museum and hall of fame, you’ll find circus greats enshrined through colorful circus posters, wagons, and models. Fun, informative, and entertaining for people of all ages, be sure to swing by when you camp at Mississinewa Lake Campground. When you rent a camper near Mississinewa Lake Campground, you’ll be just an hour's drive outside of Fort Wayne. Should you decide to go visit this popular city, you’ll find dozens of attractions and amenities. One such place is Science Central. The museum houses over 200 permanent, hands-on exhibits. Never has learning been more fun. Discover the principles of balance and gravity aboard the high rail bike, and learn about the weather, the human body, and other scientific topics through live demonstrations. Kids Central is designed for children ages two through seven and their grown-ups. At Kids Central, your little ones will learn while being entertained at the water table, bubble windows, giant piano keyboards, and other kid-friendly activities. Grissom Air Museum is another popular attraction in Peru, Indiana. The amazing indoor/outdoor facility houses aircraft from the Cold War era and shows visitors what it was like to be an airman. You’ll also get the chance to jump into the cockpit of a plane and take flight in the flight simulator. If you’re interested in getting a more in-depth understanding, you can book a guided tour of the museum with former military specialists well-acquainted with the story of the airmen. Whether you enjoy being outdoors, learning, or immersing yourself in the local culture, your next adventure awaits when you bring your rental motorhome to Mississinewa Lake Campground.