From thrilling amusement parks to awe-inspiring geological formations, Ohio is filled with opportunities for the whole family to get out and have fun. And lucky for us, there are plenty of Ohio campgrounds for families who prefer to vacation in an RV.
Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to relax and take in the scenery or a site with plenty of outdoor recreation activities and things to do, Ohio campgrounds provide many different types of fun for RVers of all ages. So let’s check out some of the best campgrounds in Ohio!
Important note: Due to Covid-19, many campgrounds have temporarily closed or limited capacity to allow for social distancing. Please contact each campground directly for latest information and updates.
Planning Your Ohio camping trip
Like many other states, Ohio campgrounds are busiest when the kids are out of school and the weather is hot. For this reason, we recommend planning a trip in spring or fall, when the weather is cooler and campgrounds are less crowded.
Spring is a great time to RV in Ohio. Play, hike and bike during the day when the sun warms the air, then gather together in front of campfire to take the chill off the evening. Ohio fishing is fantastic in the spring, too, with opportunities for landing largemouth and smallmouth bass, walleye, and yellow perch. See the Ohio Department of Natural Resources website for fishing regulations.
Ohio is also stunning in the fall with numerous mature trees lining clear streams. As we’ve written before, there are plenty of fall activities to enjoy in your RV, like visiting pumpkin patches, orchards, and vineyards.
Ohio’s campgrounds offer plenty of fun ways to make memories year after year. Ohio campers love:
- The beautiful countryside. Chances are, at some point, your trip will take you down some rural backroads. Enjoy the country farmlands, picturesque barns and charming bridges.
- Farmers markets and roadside stands. Ohio is an agricultural state so stop by a local market for ripe produce, just-picked fruit, fresh eggs and ice cream made with real milk.
- The water. From major sources of water like Lake Erie and the Ohio River to smaller inland lakes, rivers and streams, Ohio is the perfect place to go swimming, kayaking, stand up paddling, boating, fishing or canoeing.
- Unique attractions. There are some things you can only see and experience in Ohio. Consider a trip to Cedar Point, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Toledo Museum of Art or the Christmas Story house.
- Regional foods. From Cincinnati chili to chocolate Buckeye candies, there’s plenty of regional food to be savored.
8 Great Campgrounds for Camping in Ohio
From Amish country to urban nightlife, Ohio offers a number of diverse experiences. The state has a real knack for family fun, so you’ll find that campgrounds offer all sorts of activities and sports for everyone in the family at these Ohio campgrounds:
Best Ohio campground for canoeing: Mohican State Park Campground | Loudonville, OH
If you’re a paddler, Mohican State Park is where you want to be. The Mohican-Loudonville area is widely known as the “Canoe Capital of Ohio” – and for good reason. Clear Fork River, which runs through Mohican State Park, provides ample opportunities for canoeing, kayaking and other paddle sports. The 27-mile river supplies plenty of flowing waters for paddlers, excellent fishing opportunities (including brown trout) for anglers and an unlimited number of scenic views for all.
For campers, the 1,110-acre park has 100 electric campsites, 51 full hook-up sites and 35 non-electric sites. Campers have access to a ton of amenities, including the pool and splash pad, playground and volleyball and basketball courts. If you’re looking for even more to do, gem mining is available for an additional fee. Also, the campground store loans out board games and sporting equipment.
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