With over 300 sites and full hookups available, Korbel Campgrounds operates on Ohio Expo Center property in Columbus. The municipal campground runs on a first-come, first-served basis, though reservations are available. RVs up to 50 feet can access electric, water, and sewer connections, with sites situated on grass surfaces that campers report as generally level.
The expansive layout means campers often have plenty of space between occupied sites. One visitor noted they "practically had the place to ourselves" during their stay, while another found "only about 4 or 5 other RV's there" despite the campground's size. Train tracks run nearby, with frequent rail traffic audible throughout the day and night. The facility serves primarily as event parking for Expo Center activities and the state fairgrounds.
Maintenance varies, with some campers noting restroom facilities could use more attention. "Definitely isn't cleaned as much as it could be," observes Cody R.. Payment collection happens irregularly, sometimes taking several days for staff to make rounds. The location provides convenient access to downtown Columbus and serves as a practical base for visitors attending events at the adjacent venues.
Finding the entrance requires careful navigation, as GPS systems may struggle with the location and campground signage is minimal on the Expo property.
Description
From Nov 1 - April 1, water service is not available in the Ohio Expo Center campgrounds.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundKorbel Campgrounds at Ohio Expo Center is located in Ohio
Directions
**From the North** Take Exit 112 (Hudson Street) from I-71-S Turn right (west) onto Hudson Street Turn left (south) onto Summit Street Turn left (east) onto 17th Avenue Continue on 17th Avenue past Fourth Street toward the Ohio Expo Center. The campgrounds gate, Gate 11, will be the first gate on your left. **From the South** Take Exit 110 (11th Avenue) from I-71-N Turn left (west) onto 11th Avenue Continue past all gates onto the Ohio Expo Center grounds Turn right (north) onto Fourth Street Turn right (east) onto 17th Avenue Continue on 17th Avenue toward the Ohio Expo Center. The campgrounds gate, Gate 11, will be the first gate on your left.
Address
717 E. 17th Avenue
Columbus, OH 43211
Coordinates
39.99865326447126 N
82.99167529777397 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 users- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 users
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 4/4/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 users
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 users
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 4/4/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- from Columbus, OH
- 43 min from Springfield, OH
- 58 min from Mansfield, OH
- 1 hr from Dayton, OH
