Swimming, fishing, and cliff jumping at the quarry draw most visitors to Nelson-Kennedy Ledges Quarry Park, a privately run campground in Garrettsville, Ohio, set within forested and open terrain near a large lake. The campground sits adjacent to Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park, where short, well-marked trails wind through natural rock formations, caves, and water features. The two are distinct properties. Campers who want to explore the state park will need to base themselves at this quarry park, as overnight camping is not available in the state park itself.
The campground covers a large area with many numbered sections, and site character varies considerably across them. Sections N, P, and O sit near or overlooking the quarry, while section M62 reportedly has no cell service and dense tree cover behind the site. Most sites are flat dirt ground with plenty of trees for hammocks, though picnic tables are not provided at individual sites. Restrooms are pit toilets or porta-potties, and cleanliness is inconsistent. The campground has a well-established festival culture, with music, lights, and activity running through the night on event weekends, which may not suit campers expecting a quieter atmosphere.
"Many trees for hammocks and it is mostly all flat for placing your tent," notes Katie, who also points out a small on-site vendor area where food and souvenirs are available. Full hookups with electric, water, and sewer are available for RVs, along with a dump station. Nearby options include Kool Lakes Family RV Park and River Pines Recreation Village for those seeking a different setup. Reservations are available, and booking ahead is advisable for festival weekends.
Description
The best place on earth is in N.E Ohio
The scenic Nelson Ledges Quarry Park is a great place to camp, swim, hike, sunbathe, attend music festivals, or just plain hang out. The park is a beautiful landscape made up of 250 acres of forest, meadows, streams, rock ledges, fishing lakes & of course the quarry itself. There are also more than 400 campsites, some deep in the woods, some along the Quarry, & others in secluded meadows. Nelson Ledges is therefore an ideal venue for weekend-long music festivals as well.
The park is a unique & special place that is cherished by many. Over the last 50 years, thousands have claimed that their greatest memories were made at the Quarry. Due to their interactions with friends & the landscape as a whole, the park leads to experiences that can be compared with no other. It's a place where friends come together, friends are made, people fall in love, & the best times are had.
The forest itself consist of a variety of trees, wildflowers, mushrooms and other plant life.
There is also a variety of individual campsites that cater to personal preference. Whether it's on a ledge by the water or deep in the woods, you can camp near the social activity or settle in one of the quiet, isolated areas. We pride ourselves on being a primitive campground to avoid the trailer/RV look of our competitors. Campers and Winnebago's are more than welcome to visit for a few days, but long stays are not encouraged, and there are no water or electrical hookups for campers or RV's. Small, quiet generators are allowed, but the park otherwise accommodates primitive camping only..
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Map & DirectionsNelson-Kennedy Ledges Quarry Park is located in Ohio near Garrettsville
Private CampgroundCoordinates
41.31879072332165 N
81.03590462805818 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
Verizon5GExcellent Coverage- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 30 min from Youngstown, OH
- 41 min from Cleveland, OH
- 44 min from Akron, OH
- 56 min from Canton, OH
