RV camping near Amlin, Ohio offers diverse options within central Ohio's gently rolling terrain, where summer temperatures average in the mid-80s with moderate humidity. The area sits at approximately 900 feet above sea level, with most campgrounds located within a 40-mile radius of Amlin, providing convenient access to both Columbus amenities and rural countryside settings.
What to do
Water recreation at Kokosing Lake: The lake at Kokosing River Campground offers paddling and fishing opportunities. "Beautiful lake, nice a quiet. Lots of waterfowl," notes camper Shelly S. The campground provides a peaceful setting for kayaking, as Mark B. mentions: "Kayaking on the lake is great. Camp staff very friendly and helpful."
Swimming and activities: The heated pool at Sunbury/Columbus North KOA Holiday gives campers swimming options beyond natural bodies of water. "Kids aged 3-13 all had a blast in the heated pool, on the jump pad and on the zip line swing!" shares Jennifer K. The KOA also features multiple playgrounds and seasonal activities.
Miniature golf: Tomorrow's Stars RV Resort offers putt-putt golf for family entertainment. Buck B. describes it as a "fun location just off the highway. Perfect for a family, has swimming pool, putt putt, and other child friendly activities... also has small fishing pond."
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many campers appreciate having adequate room at Cross Creek Camping Resort, despite being an RV resort. Catherine notes, "Lots of full-time residents, great private campground. It's an RV resort, so sites are right next to each other, but the grounds and facilities are clean and well-kept." The campground maintains grassy sites with shade trees.
Clean, well-maintained facilities: Campers consistently mention the cleanliness of Poor Farmer's Campground. As Loud F. describes it: "Clean family oriented and spacious. Well run facility w good restrooms and showers plus electri hook up per site. Out in farm country so very little light pollution overall."
Seasonal activities: Themed weekends enhance the camping experience at many locations. At Alton RV Park, Kendra P. found "the nicest people working and they work so hard to keep it beautiful. New showers and bathrooms, new laundromat, new and improved process to get to your spot, and very safe."
What you should know
Varied rule enforcement: Campgrounds around Amlin maintain different policies regarding campfires, grills, and noise. At Alton RV Park, Dennis D. warns: "Campfires not allowed. They yell at you for everything. We had our portable grill out and they told us we couldn't use it because it might ruin their grass."
Site levelness: Some campgrounds require extra equipment for leveling. At Cross Creek Camping Resort, Brenda M. notes: "The site is not level and our leveling system has the front wheels off the ground. Many full time units here beautiful patios and decor."
Bathroom facilities vary significantly: From basic to modern, bathroom options differ at each campground. At Welcome Woods RV Campgrounds, Ashley R. mentions: "The bathrooms come in two varieties. One is a outhouse type room it's a concrete 'toilet' with a toilet seat on it that drops into a hole in the ground and the other is a porta potty."
Tips for camping with families
Activities for multiple age groups: Look for campgrounds with diverse recreational options. At Sunbury/Columbus North KOA Holiday, Nichole G. shares: "Great, family friendly campground. Clean, organized campground, with TONS of amenities and activities. super friendly, knowledgable staff."
Consider proximity to amenities: Some campgrounds offer on-site conveniences. Poor Farmer's Campground provides both camping and RV services. Allison W. notes: "They are also an rv service center, and have a shop with parts, if you need them."
Stream play for hot days: Natural water features provide cooling alternatives to pools. At Tomorrow's Stars RV Resort, Jason G. found "an excellent layover off I-70, offering a family-friendly and quiet atmosphere. The campground features a pool and boasts clean, well-maintained facilities."
Tips from RVers
Overnight travel stops: For those passing through the area, Love's RV Hookup locations offer basic amenities. Brad H. says the Bellefontaine location can be "a little noisy. But nice amenities close by. Hardee's restaurant."
Weekend vs. weekday stays: Consider timing for a quieter experience. At Cross Creek Camping Resort, Dave B. observes: "This is a RV resort close to a lake with a lot of seasonal campers. It is busy on the weekend but was very quiet during the week."
Connectivity considerations: WiFi and cell service vary by location. Gary G. reports about Sunbury/Columbus North KOA: "Wi-Fi (2.4 and 5G) seems good throughout the entire park. Best Wi-Fi I've ever had at a campground. They have Wi-Fi repeater towers everywhere you look. T-Mobile signal was good, got plenty of TV channels out of Columbus."
