The first Autumn Camping Weekend at Mississinewa Lake is October 2-3, 2026. 

Saturday, October 3: 

8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.: Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser at the interpretive Program Shelter near the water tower. This fundraiser is by Friends of Mississinewa Lake and donations are accepted. 

1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Beach House: *

   - Pumpkin Decorating: Pumpkins will be available for purchase and washable paint will be provided.

   - Craft: Visit a station to make a fun, outdoor-themed craft to take home (materials provided). Children must be accompanied by an adult. 

   - Corn Hole Tournament: $10 per person entry, double elimination. 

4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.: Trick-or-Treat in the Miami S.R.A. Modern Campground. Children accompanied by their adult(s) will walk through the campground, visitors are allowed (No gory costumes please). Campground roads will be closed to vehicle traffic from 3:45 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. 

6:00 p.m. Awards and Weekend Drawings at the Beach House*. Winners for Campsite Decorating and Weekend Drawings will be announced. Top 3 Campsite Decorating winners will be awarded free 2026 camping (holiday weekends, ACWs, cabins, and AA sites excluded). Final bidding for the Silent Auction ends at 6:00 p.m. MUST BE REGISTERED TO WIN. Winning Bidders must be present Saturday at 6:00 p.m. to receive items (cash, credit, or check accepted). 

*Walk/drive or join a hayride. Hayride loading/drop-off at the Beach House and Interpretive Program Shelter near the water tower.