6 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several RV campgrounds near Ashtabula, Ohio provide full hookup sites with varying amenities. Sun Retreats Geneva on the Lake operates from May to mid-October with both back-in and pull-through sites for larger rigs. The campground features 50-amp electrical service, sewer connections, and water hookups across its gravel sites. Thousand Trails Kenisee Lake in Jefferson accommodates big rigs with spacious sites surrounding two fishing lakes, while Kenisee's Grand River Campground offers both 30 and 50-amp service with concrete pads at many sites. Most parks maintain gravel interior roads with moderate spacing between sites. "Sites are smallish, but clean, mostly level and well kept. There are NO pull-through sites I am aware of," noted one camper about the state park options.
For RV travelers planning visits to the region, most campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly during summer months and fall foliage season. Many parks maintain gated entries with security codes provided after payment. According to one visitor, "Dump station has 2 lanes which was nice when checking out. Fresh water fill up was also located near the dump station." Cell service varies significantly throughout the area, with T-Mobile coverage particularly weak around Pymatuning. Love's RV Hookup in Madison provides basic overnight parking with water and electric, though without sewer connections or shower facilities. Most RV campgrounds in the region close for winter between mid-October and late April, with Geneva State Park maintaining some of the most level paved sites for larger motorhomes.
"As newbies to all things RV, we needed a place in Ohio to break in our new travel trailer."
"Nice huge CG with mostly long term residents. Gravel roads and relatively level gravel sites. Good FHUs. A lot of amenities for things to do. Laundry facilities were clean with good machines."
"Lots of long term stays which makes this feel more like a community. Gated entry with provided code after payment given. We arrived after dark and had a little trouble finding our spot."
"I e been a seasonal camper at Kennisee for 5 years. It’s a great place with a lot of events and entertainment for family’s."
"Kenisee Lake RV Resort Thousand Trails in Jefferson, Ohio is a another great Thousand Trails park! This park is very large and has a park-like setting with 2 lakes."
"Kenisee Lake RV Campground is a wonderful place to work from remotely if you have an external antenna to cellular internet. The campground is clean with plenty of open space and trails."
from $32 / night
"Room for big rigs, and tents. Yurts and cabins available."
"Clean facilities, friendly, wooded, and many rentals including 2 yurts."
"The site was kept nice & loved the brick pavers patio. Very clean & quiet. Fishing pond & pool are so nice too. Owner Jodie is so nice! Would definitely camp here again."
"The site was nice, kinda secluded but could still see RVs and people driving around. Was pretty quiet though. A little walk to the restroom and water, but not bad."
"Despite the fact that it’s not our normal kind of camping, in the woods, it was very comfortable. It does not feel crowded, sites were grassy and all utilities worked well."
"Unfortunately they didn’t have a 50 amp site available so the owner gave me 30 amp converter at no cost and also helped me hook up my gray water and black water connections."
from $45 - $55 / night
"Nice and quiet. Friendly staff. Beautiful campground."
from $50 - $60 / night
"It's small and lacks the amenities of most bigger campgrounds. There is a small shower house with a couple showers and toilets in each half that's kept pretty clean."
"We have a large group that has stayed there for the last 6 years..always a great time and friendly people.. mostly fair goer's...best tent sites around.. looking forward to this year."
from $12 - $30 / night
RangerSimple site with hookups. For the price, I didn't expect much. The hosts were friendly and got me in last minute despite coming in their last weekend of the year. It's about an hour from Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Sadly didnt get more pictures from the campground, aside from a frosty picnic table.
ScoutIt sits in an industrial park the starts operations at 6am. Coyotes roam the grounds at night. Howling for ours. Not pet or kid friendly. Unless your pet and kid is mute. They want you to leave for the day and come back before curfew and to be quiet. No noise at all. We were asked to leave 2 days early because our dogs were barking at other dogs barking. Only good thing was the laundry was cheap. Bathrooms clean but showers were terrible. If you stay use your rigs shower. At least it will be hot. And by the way no refunds are giving at any time. I have stayed in Super 8s better than this place.
GuideThis place has so much to offer so I’m just going to list them : -Beautiful lakeside camping -clean, spacious and level spots -Boat launch -sandy beach -friendly camp host and park employees -basketball court, sand volleyball court, kids playground and nature center
TravelerWe stayed in the fall for one night to visit Cuyahoga Valley Park (about 25 minutes away, as is a Costco). Many choices for short term sites. From the many permanent RVs and water slides in the pond, looks like it could be less quiet other times of year and a fun place for kids (we weren’t traveling with any). Staff nice and helpful but showers were old and dirty, probably in part to the high iron in the water (we didn’t hook up water).
LegendWe’ve stayed here several times over the years and it’s always a pleasant experience. Lots of seasonal campers, but most are only in residence on the weekends. During the week we have the place to ourselves. Clean facilities, the standard picnic table and fire ring. Incredible sunsets, lake breeze and nothing but the crashing of the waves to lull you into a peaceful nights rest.
TravelerIt was off season but we needed a place to sleep. Fortunately there was no freeway or train nearby. Commuters were busy by early at 6 am. Office was closed so we found our info and pulled into our assigned site. Manager showed up soon after to question me on if I was competent enough pull out my rig and the length of my dogs leash. The campground was half empty and no one nearby.
ScoutWe didn’t engage in the many things to do. We are using it as a base camp to go to a Guardians game, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
On the weekend when it was pretty full, it was tight quarters and this you can hear lots of people. We kinda gave up having a quiet night and went inside the camper. Now it is not the weekend and very few people around. Seasonal are all together, transients grouped together.
Did get Hershey’s ice cream at their arcade.
RangerOur site was level, although I observed many that are not. It was fairly quiet, although the sites are pretty small. Ours was described as 'waterfront', but it was so overgrown between the site and the shoreline that there was no access and the lake wasn't visible. Bathrooms were very clean and the shower worked great.
TravelerManagement if nice, view of sunset is amazing, has showers, electric, and laundry services. Not secluded, but it's almost like you are in a village, with everyone being close together
Campgrounds near Ashtabula, Ohio operate primarily during the warmer months, with most closing between mid-October and late April. The region sits along Lake Erie's southern shore at approximately 700 feet elevation, with temperature swings from below-freezing winters to humid 80-degree summer days. Primitive camping options exist alongside the developed RV parks, particularly in nearby state forests where seasonal road closures can limit winter access.
Fishing opportunities: Kenisee's Grand River Campground provides multiple fishing ponds that families can enjoy. "Multiple fishing ponds, Friday night bingo, bands, fishing tournament for kids, duck race, Christmas in July and many other activities," reports one seasonal camper.
Visit Geneva-on-the-Lake: Located minutes from Sun Retreats Geneva on the Lake, this beachfront area offers family activities. "It's close to many activities in Geneva on the lake, the strip! Nice landscaping and a great camp store at the entrance," notes a reviewer who found the location convenient.
Explore local wineries: Several wineries are located within 15-20 minutes of camping areas. One reviewer at Hidden Lakes Family Campground stated, "The location is about 30 minutes from Geneva on the Lake. There are several wineries about 15-20 min away that we visited."
Clean facilities: The Farm at Grand River offers unique opportunities for family interaction with farm animals. "My 6 year old daughter lived her farm animal dream life for a week! The hosts were so accommodating. My daughter loved the free movie nights under stars, running wild with the goats," shared one visitor.
Large camping sites: Hidden Lakes Family Campground provides spacious sites away from crowded conditions. "Our site was lakeside and was probably the largest campsite I ever stayed in. Some areas where not as big, especially the pull through sites toward the front, but most of the sites on the back side were large," noted a camper who visited during Memorial Day weekend.
Lakeside camping: Kool Lakes Family RV Park offers waterfront sites that campers particularly appreciate. "Main reason we had a vacant lot on either side of us and our lot (a24) was right on water. Everyone was friendly that passed or worked there. Not once were we bothered," mentioned a camper who stayed with their children.
Restrictions on outside firewood: Some campgrounds prohibit bringing your own firewood. "My biggest complaint I had was the firewood rule. They don't allow outside firewood and your have to pay $12 a bundle for theirs," noted a visitor at Hidden Lakes Family Campground.
Seasonal operations: Most rv sites near Ashtabula, Ohio have limited operating seasons. Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground operates from "May 1 to Oct 1," requiring off-season planning for those hoping to camp in spring or fall.
Cell service challenges: Mobile coverage varies throughout the region. A camper at Thousand Trails Kenisee Lake mentioned that "Kenisee Lake RV Campground is a wonderful place to work from remotely if you have an external antenna to cellular internet," indicating potential connectivity issues without boosting equipment.
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