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Best Campgrounds near Berea, OH

558 Reviews

Camping in northeastern Ohio near Berea spans from established state parks to mixed-use campgrounds serving both tent and RV campers. Within a 40-mile radius, several developed campgrounds like American Wilderness Campground in Grafton and Findley State Park in Wellington provide various accommodation options including tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals. The Cuyahoga Valley National Park area, though no longer offering official camping, has influenced the development of several nearby camping options that serve as convenient baselines for exploring the region's natural attractions, lakes, and trails.

The camping season in this region typically runs from April through October, with most campgrounds closing for winter. Access to developed campgrounds is generally straightforward with paved roads leading to well-maintained camping areas. Most established campgrounds require reservations, especially during summer weekends and holidays. Several campgrounds offer electric hookups, water access, and shower facilities, while a few provide more primitive experiences. Findley State Park provides year-round access compared to most seasonal operations. According to one visitor, "Findley State Park was very welcome after our first two unlucky Ohio state park experiences. A very quiet park that is well-maintained with lots of amenities."

State parks and private campgrounds throughout the region offer varying levels of privacy and amenities. West Branch State Park receives consistently positive reviews for its scenic reservoir access, hiking trails, and well-maintained facilities. Several primitive camping options exist along the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath, designed specifically for cyclists and hikers. One reviewer noted, "Very few people know that there are many camping options along the towpath designed for cyclists and hikers. The Stanford House campground is the only one that's relatively easy to find online, but there are many other options." Urban camping options like Big Bend Trailhead provide convenient access for those exploring the regional trail systems but come with limitations including no campfires and one-night maximum stays. Many private campgrounds offer additional amenities like swimming pools, playgrounds, and camp stores to enhance family camping experiences.

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Best Camping Sites Near Berea, Ohio (104)

    1. American Wilderness Campground

    16 Reviews
    Grafton, OH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 926-3700

    $35 - $69 / night

    "We had nice woods behind us, neighbors to the right and vacancy on the left (jackpot)."

    "Drive in sites are set back & not near the lake. They have back in & drive through sites. There is a small store. It is close to Cleveland & has Good Sam discount."

    2. Willow Lake Park Inc

    10 Reviews
    Brunswick, OH
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 225-6580

    $35 - $65 / night

    "Fishing lake and swimming lake are separate. Multiple bathroom/shower locations. Game room, snack pavilion and general store."

    "Good price very kid friendly , swimming lake and a pool, also a fishing lake. Mostly RV but some tent. Old campground"

    3. Cuyahoga Valley National Park - CAMPING NO LONGER OFFERED

    26 Reviews
    Peninsula, OH
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 717-3890

    $80 - $110 / night

    "The Stanford House campground is the only one that's relatively easy to find online, but there are many other options."

    "Tucked in between Akron and Cleveland, this quiet NP has numerous hiking trails, historic buildings and the remains of the Ohio and Erie Canal. Well worth the side trip or destination."

    4. Findley State Park Campground

    42 Reviews
    Wellington, OH
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 647-0534

    $25 - $50 / night

    "Beware, the sites are close to these roads and quite shallow, but because each road dead ends in a cul de sac, traffic is very light, even when the campground is full, as when we visited."

    "Lots of walking trails, lots of nature. Once off my favorite local ohio parks."

    5. Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds

    1 Review
    Berea, OH
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 243-0090

    $45 / night

    "Pulled in around midnight on a Wednesday and there were just two other vans parked overnight. Plenty of space if you just need to crash."

    6. Heritage Farms

    10 Reviews
    Peninsula, OH
    18 miles
    Website

    $35 - $55 / night

    "Located about ½ mile off the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath, this campground is a part of a 5th generation working farm.  "

    "really lovely camp spot. beautiful views and surroundings. Extremely close proximity to CVNP. lots of room for kiddos to run wild."

    7. Silver Springs Campground

    31 Reviews
    Stow, OH
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 689-5100

    $15 - $22 / night

    "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. "

    8. Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA

    25 Reviews
    Streetsboro, OH
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 650-2552

    "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."

    9. Pier-Lon Park

    5 Reviews
    Lodi, OH
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 667-2311

    "A nice lake for swimming & catch/release fishing. Sites very close to each other."

    "No Wi-Fi upon the swim in or walk the grounds"

    10. West Branch State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Ravenna, OH
    42 miles
    Website

    "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"

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  • Jeff and Linda L.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Perry Township Park

    Beautiful

    There are many sites taken by permanent campers for the summer. There are pickleball courts in park. Right on Lake Erie, nice hot showers.

  • Adam A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Terrace Lakes Campground

    Family Fun and Friendly

    They have a nice big fishing lake they have a nice swimming Lake and other ponds to fish in a very relaxing and fun place to go

  • K
    Aug. 27, 2025

    American Wilderness Campground

    American Wilderness

    We had a good experience the place was clean and nice the amenities were great the staff was helpful and the laundry room was clean as well as bathrooms and showers.

  • Travis O.
    Aug. 27, 2025

    American Wilderness Campground

    Property is so relaxing and nice

    We had a nice time the place was clean and the people were nice as in other campers we had a good time we went to the pavilion to a get together.

  • Steven V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Rvino - Camp Hiyo

    Nice spot

    Nice park, two fenced dog parks. Bathrooms were clean.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA

    Quiet, peaceful, close to all the things

    We stopped here for a couple nights to go to a Cleveland Guardians game and go to Cuyahoga National Park. It was within great proximity to both and had all the amenities the kids and I love. Swimming (wish it were open a little later…) laundry 24/7, a game room, store with just what we needed to pick up a few things, a pond that seemed to always have someone fishing at it (that’s a good thing) and a big wide sites to spread out and have a nice campfire in. (Wood available 24/7 and trash pick up at the site in the AM). It’s always nerve wracking when the fire pits are close to the rigs - loved that these sits were wide. And while there are likely people here it feels nice and spread out.

  • Jerry L.
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Woodside Lake Park

    Old Park With Iron Laden Well Water Beware

       I stayed at this park for 2 months in 2023 and was planing on staying for 5 months in 2025. I left after 2 months due to iron& sulfur laden well water that is provided in at least half the park. I spent hundreds of dollars trying to filter and clean up the water to no avail. It damages everything and they won't put a treatment system in at the well pump like the 2nd well has so you can filter it to an acceptable level for drinking, cooking, washing etc.

       In 2023 I was in a section that was treated and my filters/softener did a acceptable job to make it work. I Used the laundry facilities also. This trip to see family in 2025 I was in a different section and by the second day it was unacceptable disgusting turbid rusty water with sulfur odor. I bought additional filters for Ferrous Iron Water treatment and remediation along with iron out chemical for cleaning fixtures and plumbing system on the camper. It barely worked well enough for a couple weeks between filter changes and rinsing the system for shower use. I Had to buy drinking water in town every few days for cooking, drinking and brushing teeth etc.

       New owners bought the park in 2023 and have increased monthly rent from$750 a month to$950 a month but don't seem to care enough about the health and comfort of their guest to do anything with the well water for a majority of the park. Let alone any of the other infrastructure or"amenities" to be generous in there reference This year even the laundry machines where too disgusting to use that we had to go into town for laundry also.

       The park needs major renovations to just bring it up to modern standards. The bath house is in decrepit condition moldy smelly and barely cleaned anytime I was over there. Site pads are rip rap 1" to 4" size rock with no fine rock coverings, or in some areas smoother rock and dirt but nowhere close to flat or level. Water drainage when its raining is deplorable and you very well might be in a mud pit at your doorway.

       It's sad there are no decent RV parks in the Cleveland area, just old campgrounds that have added hook-ups and market themselves as RV parks and now charge like they are RV Resorts. Reserve a space at your own risk and definitely verify where and what water source you are on. Bring plenty of filters and plan on sanitizing your system after staying there.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Silver Springs Campground

    Affordable

    The lots are nice and large. The main problem was very hard to level and soft grass they don’t have a well compacted area for your tt/rv. Would be nice to have bathroom built on the campground. Have to walk to the baseball field to use the bathrooms. Overall had a good time with my family.

Guide to Berea

Camping near Berea, Ohio, offers a mix of beautiful nature and family-friendly activities. Whether you're looking for a quiet getaway or an adventure-filled trip, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Nature Trails: Explore the scenic trails in nearby parks. Campers love the trails at Mohican State Park Campground, where one reviewer mentioned, "Close to hiking, MTB trails, canoeing."
  • Fishing and Boating: Many campgrounds, like East Harbor State Park Campground, provide access to lakes for fishing and boating. A visitor noted, "Great location if you want to camp on the island."
  • Playgrounds and Family Activities: Families enjoy the playgrounds at West Branch State Park Campground. One reviewer said, "The playground is extremely age-friendly for every kid there."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Findley State Park Campground remarked, "The bathhouse is very clean and well maintained."
  • Spacious Campsites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A reviewer at Geneva State Park Campground mentioned, "The site was wooded and ample, with plenty of distance between us and our neighbors."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. One visitor at Silver Springs Campground said, "The park manager is very nice and helpful."

What you should know:

  • Busy Seasons: Some campgrounds can get crowded during peak times. A camper at East Harbor State Park Campground noted, "Sites are very tightly packed."
  • Limited Privacy: Many sites are close together, which might not suit everyone. A reviewer at Punderson State Park Campground mentioned, "Some sites were definitely better suited for RVs and tents were the minority."
  • Weather Considerations: Be prepared for rain, as some areas can get muddy. A visitor at Findley State Park Campground shared, "There were lots of mosquitos, so be prepared to bring bug spray!"

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities for kids. Campers at West Branch State Park Campground enjoyed the "very nice playground."
  • Plan for Quiet Hours: Some campgrounds have strict quiet hours, which can be a plus for families. A reviewer at East Harbor State Park Campground mentioned, "Quiet hours were, however, quiet!"
  • Pack Outdoor Games: Bring along games for the kids to play outside. One family at Mohican State Park Campground enjoyed the "cute nature center" and playground.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site before booking. A camper at Punderson State Park Campground advised, "Make sure you check pictures of the sites to see if they will accommodate your rig."
  • Look for Full Hookups: Some campgrounds offer limited hookups, so check in advance. A visitor at Findley State Park Campground noted, "It is not full hookup in most spots."
  • Plan for Dump Station Access: Ensure you know where the dump stations are located. A reviewer at Silver Springs Campground mentioned, "The dump station was overflowing on my first visit but fine to use in my second visit."

Camping near Berea, Ohio, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With a little planning, you can enjoy a great outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there family-friendly tent camping sites near Berea?

Yes, several family-friendly tent camping sites are available near Berea. West Branch State Park Campground is particularly family-oriented with amenities including bathhouses, playgrounds, hiking paths, and a swimming reservoir with boat rentals. Families especially enjoy the pontoon rentals for a day on the water. Kool Lakes Family RV Park is another option with affordable sites and a family-oriented atmosphere featuring gravel roads connecting numerous camping spaces. Both locations provide a comfortable outdoor experience for families looking to enjoy tent camping in the Berea region.

What campgrounds are available in Berea?

While Berea itself has limited camping options, the Northeast Ohio region offers several nearby alternatives. Heritage Farms is a unique option located on a 5th generation working farm with both standard campsites and shelters scattered among Christmas trees. Another option is Findley State Park Campground, which offers wooded sites with trails, fishing, and nature opportunities less than an hour from the Cleveland area. Additional camping options can be found by exploring the surrounding counties, which feature a mix of state parks, private campgrounds, and RV parks.

How far are the nearest campsites from downtown Berea?

The nearest campgrounds are typically within a 30-45 minute drive from downtown Berea. Penitentiary Glen Reservation Campsite offers cozy sites with provided firewood and is close to scenic gorge walks. For those willing to drive a bit further, Middle Ridge/Vermilion Valley Rest Area provides a convenient overnight option for RV owners at $20 per night, with access to restaurants, restrooms, and a pet exercise area. Most campgrounds in the region are strategically located to provide a nature escape while remaining accessible to Berea and other Cleveland-area communities.

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