Campsite 5, Marengo: electric hookups, gazebos and spacious tent pitches just outside Marengo Cave

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Campsite 5, Marengo: electric hookups, gazebos and spacious tent pitches just outside Marengo Cave

A one- to seven-night campsite at Marengo Cave with full hookups, shared shelters and clear rules—this guide distills what to expect and what to pack.

Campsite 5, Marengo: electric hookups, gazebos and spacious tent pitches just outside Marengo Cave.

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Marengo
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Marengo Cave
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Robert Eric Crews
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Campsite 5 sits within the Marengo Cave campground, offering tent-friendly pitches with 50-amp electric hookups and covered gazebos. Sites are geared toward comfortable, straightforward camping rather than backcountry roughing-it, with grills, picnic tables, fire pits and nearby modern showers and restrooms.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE HOOKUPS

Full electrical service and covered living space

Every site includes 50-amp electric hookups and additional 4-110 amp outlets plus a gazebo—so you can run lights, small appliances and charge devices while still sleeping in a tent.

THE GATHERING

Shelter house, large group sites and communal fire pits

If your group favors tents, spread across the three oversized group sites; an adjacent large shelter house handles meals and gatherings, while large fire pits are available for evening conversations and s'mores.

THE RULES

Clear limits and a no-alcohol policy

Rosters are strict: renters must be 18 or older, each site allows one car and two tents, and no alcohol is permitted on site—policies designed to keep the campground family-friendly and orderly.

What the day feels like

What staying at Campsite 5 feels like

Staying at Campsite 5 is a practical, low‑fuss camping experience: pitch your tent beneath a gazebo, light the fire pit in the evening, and rely on nearby modern restrooms and showers. The setup favors comfort and convenience—ample electrical service and communal infrastructure reduce the need to improvise while keeping the campsite firmly outdoors-focused.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this campsite suits—and who should look elsewhere.

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Comfort-oriented campersGreat fit: sites provide electrical hookups, gazebos and nearby modern restrooms so you get much of the convenience of car camping without giving up a tent.
2
Group campoutsGood fit: the campground offers three large group sites and an adjacent shelter house for shared meals and activities.
3
Those seeking remote, backcountry solitudePoor fit: this is developed campground lodging with amenities and rules rather than isolated wilderness camping.
4
Younger renters or those without IDNot a fit: reservations require an adult renter aged 18 or older and strict site limits apply (one car, two tents).

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Season

Stays can be booked from 1–7 nights. Minimum stays of 2 nights apply on holidays, weekends and during the busy season (March–October).

What to Bring

Bring sleeping bags and pillows, a tent, food and non-alcoholic beverages, a cooler and other camping necessities. Note: cellular service in the area is supported by Verizon towers only.

Site Rules & Capacity

Each site is limited to one car and two tents. Renters must be 18 or older to reserve, and no alcohol is permitted on site.

Facilities

All sites include 50-amp electric hookups, additional 4-110 amp outlets, fire pits, grills, picnic tables and access to nearby modern showers and restrooms.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What is the minimum age to rent Campsite 5?

You must be 18 or older to rent a site.

How many nights can I book and are there minimums?

Stays range from 1 to 7 nights; a minimum of 2 nights is required on holidays, weekends and during the busy season (March–October).

How many cars and tents are allowed per site?

Limit one car and two tents per site.

Are electrical hookups available?

Yes. All sites have 50-amp electric hookups and additional 4-110 amp outlets.

Is alcohol allowed at the campsite?

No. Alcohol is not permitted on site.

What is the cell phone situation?

The area is supported by Verizon cell towers only—plan accordingly if you rely on mobile coverage.