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A little too close together for my comfort. But very nice and relaxing area. And definitely more spread a part than commercial campgrounds.
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Campgrounds near Deerfield, Ohio range from rustic tent sites to full-service RV parks with many located along lake shores and forested areas. Philabauns Hidden Cove Resort on Edgewater Boulevard offers cabin rentals alongside tent and RV camping on Berlin Lake, while West Branch State Park Campground provides a mix of accommodation types including tents, RVs, cabins, and yurts. The region includes several campgrounds near water features like Berlin Lake, Kirwan Reservoir, and smaller ponds, giving campers near Deerfield consistent access to fishing, boating, and swimming.
Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally from April or May through mid-October, with limited year-round options. Access roads are generally well-maintained with both pull-through and back-in sites available at most locations. "A beautiful park with many campers having views of the beautiful lake and the Pennsylvania shoreline," noted one visitor about Pymatuning State Park, highlighting the popular waterfront camping in the region. Electric hookups are common at developed sites, while full hookup options with sewer and water connections are available at private campgrounds like KOA Lake Milton Berlin Lake and Cuttys Sunset Camping Resort. Weather conditions are typically mild during the camping season, though summer thunderstorms can occur.
Campers report high satisfaction with lakefront sites, particularly those offering fishing access and boat launches. West Branch State Park receives consistent praise for its amenities and natural setting, with one visitor describing it as "a great find" where "the beach is never too packed." Several campgrounds feature playgrounds, pavilions, and swimming areas making them suitable for family camping trips. Site privacy varies considerably across the region, with some campgrounds offering wooded separation between sites while others have more open layouts. Tent campers may find limited options at some primarily RV-focused facilities, as one reviewer noted about Atwood Lake Park: "This campground is huge, absolutely jam packed with RVs and permanent trailers... not recommended for tent campers."
Best Campgrounds near Deerfield (153)
1. West Branch State Park Campground
"Ranger Review: Morsel Spork at West Branch State Park **Campground Review: **
This state park was very welcome after our first two unlucky Ohio state park experiences."
"Here's what's great about this campground situated at an easy drive from major cities like Columbus and Cleveland...its scenic, a fully loaded campground with bathhouses, parks, hiking paths, swimming"
from $30 - $52 / night
Check Availability2. Mill Creek Camping — Berlin Lake Wildlife Area
"Lots of playgrounds and you can access the lake for swimming and fishing from just about anywhere. The sites are well spaced and feel private, until you get closer to the lake."
"The people next to us parked their boat right behind their site. We even seen a doe and 2 fawn right here at our site!"
from $26 - $55 / night
Check Availability3. KOA Lake Milton Berlin Lake
"My 2 boys had so much fun at the lake and the playground and the bounce pad ect ect! The owners and all the staff were extremely friendly and helpful and always around interacting with the guests."
"Very nice lake and inflatables in swim area. Good fishing lake as well. Lake milton is a jump down the road for boating."
4. Silver Springs Campground
"Water close by and port a pottie style bathrooms close to the camp sites. There are flush toilets a walk away but we didn’t use them. Sites are big and grassy but not super level."
"Silver Springs Campground is a small 27 site campground in Stow, Ohio, a convenient 17 minutes from Cuyahoga Valley National Park and a bargain at $18/night for a site with electrical hookups. "
from $15 - $22 / night
Check Availability5. Cuttys Sunset Camping Resort
"Nearby attractions are: The Hartville Kitchen (seriously worth it), Hartville hardware (again, worth it - believe me), Quail Hollow State Park, Football Hall of Fame, McKinley Museum, and Cuyahoga Valley"
from $42 - $60 / night
Check Availability6. Countryside Campground
"There is a local butcher shop right around the corner and they have an incredible selection to choose from . The Buckeye ebail connects to the footpath down to the reservoir ."
"Friendly staff, and found what I hope will be be good spot with reservoir in the distance and leaves on the trees."
7. Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA
"It's also close to Akron & Cleveland. I was pleasantly surprised at how scenic it is. I expected an urban KOA. This one is in a rural area outside Streetsboro."
"Clean facilities, 3 lakes (one with a fishing pier), 2 dog parks, and super friendly staff. 30 min to Cleveland. Walmart, gas stations and restaurants within 5 miles."
8. Philabauns Hidden Cove Resort
9. Guilford Lake State Park Campground
"This beautiful small state park is only a half hour away from my house. It's close enough that we ho for a week several times a year and I can still drive to work daily. We love the sites lakeside."
"You are close together and no privacy like they have at other ohio state parks. I was able to snag a site on the water same day. Bathhouse is dated but clean and stocked."
from $37 / night
Check Availability10. Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
"This park is one of my favorites in Ohio at this time. Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a fog park next to the lake."
"They told me Ohio State Parks were voted #1 in the US. Well there is a reason for that. Beautiful, clean, great spots, not a bad site in the entire park."
from $27 - $80 / night
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Drive Time
- 25 min from Canton, OH
- 26 min from Akron, OH
- 27 min from Youngstown, OH
- 55 min from Cleveland, OH
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Recent Reviews near Deerfield, OH
795 Reviews of 153 Deerfield Campgrounds
- AAdam O.
TravelerSilver Springs Campground
Nice local park
Nice place to stay for the weekend. Inexpensive. No water hookups at the individual sites but potable water is available in the park. The downsides are the sights can get muddy if there is rain. Only portapotties nearby.
We had big storms roll through when we were there. Unfortunately a large branch broke off of a nearby tree and hit the engine hood of our RV and dented it in several places. It could have been much worse though and not the park’s fault. Could happen anywhere there are trees.
- WWilliam M.Traveler
Shenango Recreation Area Campground
Great clean place
Came tent camping here. Stayed on new duck loop, which from the looks of all the other sites, this one seemed more open, less R. V. Campers. Plenty of open spots even for the weekend. Place is clean, well kept, bathrooms are clean which is a plus. All the sites around have decent space between them. Close access to a lake. You can bring your boat
Zachary A.
GuideHeadwaters Park
Campsite A
Had a nice stay at the Camp Site A tent site, which they label as their ADA Accessible site.
Overall me and the kids had a really nice time hanging atbthe site and exploring around the lake. Lots of friendly people too.
Pros:
- Tent site was generally good with a picnic table and fire pit on-site
- Pull in parking right next to the campsite (which seems to be true for all tents and leantos)
- Great walkable area with lots to explore with the kids
- A few nice things just a 10min drive away like the Eagle Park splash park and playground and the cute Burton town square.
- Tons of birds for all my bird watchers
- Right at the entrance to the tent site area and right next to the restrooms
- Sometimes people bring horses down there for a walk
- Can't see other campers tent from your site (which i like because Im out here to get away from people)
Cons:
- Being right next the restrooms and tent area entrance is a higher traffic area. Didn't bother us much but could get annoying if woken up by a late night driver or door slam
- The stump on the tent site has a snake in it. Didn't bother us at all, only saw it once as it was slithering away, but thought other might like to know.
- Toilet was out of hand sanitizer
FAQ:
- No electic
- No plumbing or showers (it is basically an outhouse)
Peyton L.ScoutClay's Resort Jellystone Park
NO communication and severely lacking customer service skills
I won’t rate the other categories yet but I’ve been upset the whole process trying to plan my trip and the people have made it impossible. I’m constantly unable to get ahold of the park. I keep getting put on the“call back list” when trying to modify a reservation only for NO ONE to ever call back. I finally get ahold of someone after a MONTH… only to have zero customer service skills… they just said“oh we don’t even have a call list” so I ask for another form of communication I can have with me since my trip is in a month and I’ve had these issues for a month… they offer ZERO solutions and are not empathetic either. Another issue was last year I was hospitalized for several months due to an early twin birth so I had to push my trip to the following year… when I FINALLY got ahold of the park last year the women I spoke with trying to manage the rescheduling…was ZERO help surprise surprise… on top of that it took 13 calls and weeks before a manager got back to me…making the window to reschedule or get refunds closer to closing adding stress that you might not get to make your next move how you’d like… anyway…I simply asked for dates that matched the costs that we already paid for the trip so I didn’t have to pay more… I simply asked for it to be within the summer days since my previous reservation was during the summer time with all the extra water park and amenities that close at the end of August. I booked when my kid could use all amenities and there were no hour restrictions either due to still being in season. However the lady couldn’t accommodate or recommend any alternate dates to suite my trip that weren’t several hundred dollars more… now we started out with a trip all paid for last year with all amenities no hour restrictions to a weekend we had to pay more and are restricted hours wise on the summer amenities. As the person doing reservations you should be able to recommend dates and help me plan the trip accordingly to the money spent and not sit on the other end of the phone demanding I just give you dates…. After our trip we will never plan or schedule anything at this park again. Regardless of the amenities… for families traveling far distances you couldn’t make it anymore inconvenient, difficult, and time consuming for simply planning questions or just getting ahold of you in general. No sorrys…. Just a whole lot of…”hmm that’s weird well oh well, next” kind of attitude. Zero solutions just excuses. So that being first impressions not too excited to find out what we are in for when we arrive. Especially reading other reviews about deflated balls so you can’t use the hoops, broken a/c units that the property won’t even handle that their own employees have to give up their own personal comfort cause management won’t?… concession stands trash everywhere… broken hot tubs, WiFi not working in cabins for night time with children is tough…sad that my family’s first camping trip ever hasnt even happened yet and it’s been nothing but a headache to plan because of the staff. Yall make money to make the experience smooth for your consumers but somebody missed the memo.
- HHolly B.Guide
Thompson/Grand River Valley KOA Holiday
Enjoyable
The staff here was excellent. We got a spot near the entrance that had the doggy play pen. It was a well built structure. I felt good about my dogs being in it. The campground is wonderful. So peaceful and pretty. As and added plus for anybody a fan of the band The Cars, Ben Orr’s grave is not far.
- JJill S.Traveler
Punderson State Park Campground
One of our favorites
We love this park! Unfortunately it’s been so booked this summer we haven’t been able to go. It’s literally 30 minutes from us. The sites are fairly nice. Some near the water are shallow and you have to be careful. The park surrounding it is lovely. There’s a beach, a golf course and even a lodge and cabins. We always get good internet with our hot spot. If I’m being honest though, the worst thing is the bath house. The showers suck! There’s no privacy and I would never use them. There’s a nice playground for kids and a little nature center. We love riding our e-bikes there. Lots of critters and I’ve even seen an otter! Give it a try if you can find an opening!
Julie P.TravelerMercer-Grove City KOA
Nice campground
Nice campground! They hold lots of random activities for kids like tie dying, tractor ride, etc. We stayed in spot 24, which is very spacious, but I did not like the fact that it’s right next to the road where cars are speeding by. I do not think this spot in particular would be good if you have small children
Shannon S.ScoutPride Valley Campground
Perfect for us
The campground is well kept. Sites are well spaced. There’s a large clean swim lake, also a fishing lake. Lots of deer and wildlife. Monthly rates are $550 for full 50amp hookup.
Guide to Deerfield
Camping options near Deerfield, Ohio cluster mainly along Berlin Lake and extend toward Lake Milton and Kirwan Reservoir. The region features elevation changes between 900-1,100 feet, creating varied shoreline camping experiences with several sites positioned on hillsides overlooking water. Winter closures are common from late October through April, though a few campgrounds like Salem-Lisbon KOA remain open year-round with limited amenities during colder months.
What to do
Fishing access from campsites: At Mill Creek Camping, waterfront sites provide direct fishing opportunities. "We were fortunate that our spot was right beside the lake and we could keep the boat docked there during our stay," explains one camper at Mill Creek Camping — Berlin Lake Wildlife Area. The reservoir supports multiple fish species with many campsites offering shoreline casting.
Hiking on adjacent trails: Countryside Campground connects to nearby trails leading to Mogadore Reservoir. "The Buckeye trail connects to the footpath down to the reservoir," notes a visitor who adds that "there is a dock just outside of the campground if carrying is not your thing." Trail difficulty ranges from easy walking paths to more challenging terrain.
Water play options: West Branch State Park Campground offers multiple water recreation options with both designated and informal swimming areas. "The camper beach was small but nice and clean. We also took the inflatable kayaks out on the lake twice and it was so smooth and clear," reports one visitor who stayed at site 190.
What campers like
Private waterfront sites: Many campers appreciate the lakeside options at West Branch State Park. "Great site! Shaded lots of space semi private area. Right off the water with area to tie boat for easy water access," writes one visitor who gave the park five stars. Sites along the water typically cost $5-10 more than standard sites.
Clean, modern facilities: Silver Springs Campground receives praise for its well-maintained amenities despite being a smaller operation. "Staff was very friendly as they made their rounds! We checked in late and they came around and gathered our info and told us about the place," notes a camper who appreciated the organized management.
Dog-friendly options: Several campgrounds accommodate pets with dedicated areas. "I love this campground. Nice people and very clean! Lots of nice sites," writes a visitor to West Branch who gave the park five stars in their review. Silver Springs features what one reviewer called "THE best dog park I have ever seen in this area."
What you should know
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds in the region have sloping terrain requiring equipment. "We were only off 2 inches side to side but front to back we had to lower the front 15 inches. The jack was down as low as it would go and we were still off by 1.5 inches," explains a West Branch camper about site 190.
Weekend noise levels: Cuttys Sunset Camping Resort can become busy during summer weekends. "The place is nice. The main thing is the spots are soooo small. You open your door and there is a picnic table and then the next camper. Really no room," notes one visitor who rated their stay three stars.
Early check-in fees: Some private campgrounds charge additional fees for arriving before standard check-in times. At KOA Lake Milton Berlin Lake, one visitor reported: "He got there around 12:30 in the afternoon and they charged him $15 for early check in. It was a tent site, in a field, with no power."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-focused amenities: KOA Lake Milton Berlin Lake offers organized activities throughout the season. "The kids were trick or treating to each camp spot," observed one visitor at Countryside Campground in October. Most family-oriented campgrounds schedule weekend events from May through September.
Swimming options for different ages: Look for campgrounds with designated swimming areas. "They have a nice train ride. A nice short walk takes you to Mogadore reservoir. Due to cooler temps pool was closed. The small putt putt course was still open for kids to play," reports a family who stayed at Countryside with three kids and two dogs.
Book waterfront sites early: Lakeside spots fill quickly, especially at state parks. "Make reservations! (6 months in advance). Waterside sites fill up quickly!" advises one camper about Salem-Lisbon Ohio KOA, adding "This was an awesome place for a winter trip! The tent sites were big and right on the lake."
Tips from RVers
Electrical hookup variations: Check amperage before booking as options vary widely. "Sites are RV and tent sites. They offer coupons for return campers," notes a Silver Springs visitor, while another West Branch reviewer mentions "We're at site 160. No electricity, no hookups, but a HUGE lakefront site."
Mud preparation: Many campgrounds have drainage issues after rain. "The campground is large with gravel sites. When we arrived the kids were trick or treating to each camp spot," observed a visitor at Countryside, while another noted the site wetness: "It's been raining and our step out is into mud. To be expected in the area during the winter."
Campsite privacy considerations: Site spacing varies significantly between campgrounds. "We had a group site with friends along a wooded section. Every night we were visited by raccoons," reports a visitor to Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA who recommends securing food items nightly, especially when staying in wooded sections.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Deerfield, OH?
What camping is available near Deerfield, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, Deerfield, OH offers a wide range of camping options, with 153 campgrounds and RV parks near Deerfield, OH and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Deerfield, OH?
Which is the most popular campground near Deerfield, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Deerfield, OH is West Branch State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 66 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Deerfield, OH?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Deerfield, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Deerfield, OH.
What parks are near Deerfield, OH?
What parks are near Deerfield, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Deerfield, OH that allow camping, notably Michael J Kirwan Lake and Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
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