What are workamping jobs in Indiana? Workamping jobs in Indiana include camp host positions at state parks and national forests, volunteer host roles at BLM and Army Corps of Engineers sites, and paid seasonal positions at private RV parks and campgrounds. There are currently 23 open positions in Indiana.
Indiana's workamping season centers on its lakeshore, its state-park system, and the rolling hills of the south. Camp host and RV jobs appear around Indiana Dunes on Lake Michigan, scenic Brown County State Park near Nashville, and the reservoirs and forests of the southern half of the state. State parks, Corps of Engineers lakes like Patoka and Monroe, and private resorts hire from spring through fall, peaking in summer and again during the famous autumn color season. Most positions provide a campsite in exchange for gatehouse, store, or grounds hours, and Corps volunteer host roles are common. With a central location, affordable living, and friendly small-town surroundings, Indiana suits couples and newer workampers looking for a steady, low-key seasonal posting.
23 workamping opportunities in Indiana — 4 paid jobs, 10 unpaid Volunteer.gov positions and 9 volunteer opportunities.
National Park Service — Porter, IN
Position Overview The volunteer will represent the National Park Service at the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education. The volunteer will assist the National Park Service Interpretation Division in the operation of the Centers. Help greet visitors and school groups, share information ab…
Angola / Hogback Lake KOA Holiday — Angola, IN — $9–$10/hr
The Recreation Attendant (RA) assists the Recreation Lead in planning, organizing, executing, and leading recreation activities at the campground such as arts and crafts, games, sports, dramatics, music, social activities, hobbies, and themed weekends. The Recreation Attendant is a highly visible, c…
Angola / Hogback Lake KOA Holiday — Angola, IN — $10–$12/hr
Must Apply at www.koa.com/careers /> /> />The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining a visually appealing and functional outdoor space. The Groundskeeper performs a variety of tasks such as mowing grass, raking, pruning, weeding, pest control and trash removal. This position is responsible for…
Angola / Hogback Lake KOA Holiday — Angola, IN — $10–$12/hr
The Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, comfortable, and tidy environment. The Housekeeper cleans all private offices and public common areas including the general store, restrooms, and accommodation units while maintaining departmental standards Clean and style accommodati…
National Park Service — Porter, IN
Position Overview The volunteer will represent the National Park Service at the Dorothy Buell Memorial Visitor Center. The volunteer will assist the National Park Service Interpretation Division in the operation of the Centers. Help greet visitors and school groups, share information about the cente…
National Park Service — Porter, IN
Spend time outdoors and make a real difference while restoring the natural habitat along the trail of the Great Marsh at Indiana Dunes National Park. Join the team for a series for a rewarding 3-hour workdays. Dates will be announced throughout the year. Sign-up to stay connected with the team and …
National Park Service — Porter, IN
Position Overview BARK Ranger Ambassadors help educate the public on the park rules and proper etiquette of having a dog in the national park through demonstrating with their own dog while roving the park or at special events. In addition to demonstrating, volunteers will interact with visitors and…
National Park Service — Porter, IN
Position Overview The Indiana Dunes National Park provides hundreds of public programs each year, from interpretive hikes, historical tours, and more. Volunteers-in-parks (VIPs) that become ranger docents will be educated in the history, landscape, and general information about the park and learn ho…
Angola / Hogback Lake KOA Holiday — Angola, IN — $10–$12/hr
The Guest Service Representative (GSR) is responsible for providing attentive, courteous and efficient service to all guests prior to arrival and throughout their stay. Accommodate campground guests by registering, issuing keys, keeping proper record of occupied sites, making and confirming reservat…
National Park Service — Porter, IN
Position Overview The Northwest Indiana region has some of the most beautiful and diverse parklands / natural areas anywhere. The Indiana Dunes National Park is one of the world’s largest urban national park systems encompassing 15,000 acres of Indiana coastal landscape visited by two million people…
National Park Service — Porter, IN
Position Overview The Indiana Dunes National Park provides hundreds of public programs each year, from interpretive hikes, historical tours, and more. Volunteers-in-parks (VIPs) that become ranger docents will be educated in the history, landscape, and general information about the park and learn ho…
National Park Service — Porter, IN
Position Overview Trail Crew members work to enhance and protect the trail system in several ways. Trail Crew members monitor the trail system for hazards such as fallen trees, excess erosion, boardwalk and bridge damage, and check trail signs and other markings for damage. Trail Crew members can a…
Fish & Wildlife Service — Seymour, IN
Incumbent would be required to work independently under the direction of maintenance staff. Primary duties would include mowing, weed eating, basic carpentry, power washing and preventative maintenance on equipment. Ability to trailer and operate a zero turn lawn mower and safely transport it around…
National Park Service — Porter, IN
Position Overview Assisting in Restoration efforts alongside staff such as, Treatment and removal of invasive plants. Planting of plants. Trash removal. Clearing woody area. Minimum Commitment None Goal / Outcome of Job To help in the restoration of the ecosystem around Porter Beach. Descripti…
Also includes 10 unpaid Volunteer.gov positions in Indiana.
National Park Service — Porter, IN — Free campsite + stipend
Host Dunewood Campground at Indiana Dunes NP, known for 15 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline with towering sand dunes. Greet visitors, provide safety information, and assist with campground operations.
National Park Service — Chesterton, IN — Free campsite
Monitor beach safety and assist visitors at one of the most biodiverse national parks.
US Forest Service — Bedford, IN — Free campsite + $100/week
Maintain trails and host campgrounds in the Hoosier NF, known for the only national forest in Indiana. Assist visitors and perform light maintenance.
US Army Corps of Engineers — Birdseye, IN — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at Patoka Lake, managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Greet visitors, assist with boat ramp operations, provide water safety information, and maintain campground facilities.
US Army Corps of Engineers — Bloomington, IN — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at Monroe Lake, managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Greet visitors, assist with boat ramp operations, provide water safety information, and maintain campground facilities.
US Army Corps of Engineers — Brookville, IN — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at Brookville Lake, managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Greet visitors, assist with boat ramp operations, provide water safety information, and maintain campground facilities.
Indiana DNR — Nashville, IN — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at Brown County SP, known for the largest state park in Indiana. Greet campers, provide park information, assist with check-ins, and perform light maintenance.
Indiana DNR — Marshall, IN — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at Turkey Run SP, known for sandstone gorges and Sugar Creek canoeing. Greet campers, provide park information, assist with check-ins, and perform light maintenance.
Indiana DNR — Chesterton, IN — Free full-hookup site
Host campground at Indiana Dunes SP, known for Lake Michigan shoreline adjacent to the national park. Greet campers, provide park information, assist with check-ins, and perform light maintenance.
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