Best Campgrounds near Bradner, OH

Campgrounds surrounding Bradner, Ohio range from full-service RV sites to primitive tent camping areas within a 25-mile radius. The Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA provides wooded sites for tent campers, RV travelers, and cabin renters, while Maumee Bay State Park Campground offers year-round access with options including glamping accommodations. Most developed campgrounds in the region feature electric hookups, with several providing full water and sewer connections for extended stays. White Star Park Campground, located in Gibsonburg, represents one of the highly-rated mixed-use campgrounds supporting both tent and RV camping.

Seasonal considerations affect campground operations throughout the region, with several facilities closing between mid-October and mid-April. "This campground is a little out of the way, but well worth it. Very clean, spacious, well kept up sites," noted one visitor about White Star Park. Reservations are recommended for weekend stays during summer months when campgrounds typically reach capacity. Most developed sites provide drinking water, picnic tables, and fire rings, though several turnpike service plazas like Blue Heron and Wyandot offer more basic overnight parking with electric hookups primarily intended for travelers needing a safe stopover. Weather conditions can impact camping experience significantly, with spring bringing occasional heavy rainfall that affects site conditions at campgrounds with limited gravel surfaces.

Campers consistently mention the wooded settings of several campgrounds as a primary attraction. The region's mixed forest environment provides natural shade at most developed sites, particularly at Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA where mature trees create a secluded feel despite relatively close site spacing. As one camper observed, "A wooded campground that fit our 40 foot with tow nicely. All sites are level, gravel, and shaded." Family-friendly amenities appear frequently in visitor reviews, with several campgrounds offering playgrounds, swimming pools, and organized activities during peak season. Proximity to water features represents another highlight for campers seeking recreation opportunities, with East Harbor State Park Campground providing access to Lake Erie shoreline approximately 40 miles north of Bradner. Travelers report varying experiences with site privacy, with some mentioning close quarters at KOA locations while others appreciate the spaciousness of state park camping areas.

Best Camping Sites Near Bradner, Ohio (97)

    1. Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA

    18 Reviews
    Millbury, OH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 837-6848

    "We stayed in a pull thru site which we felt was a really nice size and was wishing the weather was better so we could enjoy some outside time. The bathhouse was nice, clean, and updated."

    "Convenient location nearby downtown Perrysburg."

    2. Maumee Bay State Park Campground

    41 Reviews
    Oregon, OH
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 836-7758

    "Just a short walk or bike ride to Lake Erie via a paved path. I highly recommend taking a bike, as there are so many trails and paths to ride throughout the park."

    "This park is close to Toledo and within spitting distance of several refineries although you’d never know it! "

    3. Van Buren State Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Van Buren, OH
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 832-7662

    "It has tons of trails and a pond. There are a few places to car camp or RV camp nearby. I love getting out of town and visiting Van Buren State Park, and I have lots of good memories."

    "Since Van Buren State park is an easy 20 minutes away from home for me, i visit there often. it is clean and quiet, they dont get too busy and loud."

    4. White Star Park Campground

    3 Reviews
    Gibsonburg, OH
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 334-4495

    "This is a little ways off the beaten path but it’s worth it, especially for the price. Very clean and green!"

    "We stopped for overnight on our travels and found a neat community campground across from a park with a lake. It was filled with families and scuba divers on the weekend."

    5. Blue Heron Ohio Turnpike RV Lot

    3 Reviews
    Martin, OH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 234-2081

    "Highway stop is open 24 hrs so you have food and bathrooms all night. Everything is bright, nice and clean and feels very safe."

    7. Fire Lake Camper Park

    1 Review
    Bowling Green, OH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 352-1185

    "They were very helpful and location was easy to navigate."

    8. Adventure Bound Pleasant View

    5 Reviews
    Van Buren, OH
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 299-3897

    $76 / night

    "The campground offers a pond for fishing , swimming pool , bounce pad , inflatable lake fun, dog park and mini golf."

    "So there are no hiking trail and there is also a lot of golf cart traffic.

    They do offer a swimming pool , pond with inflatable slides , dog park , bound pad and miniature golf."

    9. East Harbor State Park Campground

    56 Reviews
    Kelleys Island, OH
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 734-4424

    "A great campground in Ohio. So clean and so many things to do. Campsites are close together but they do honor quiet hours. Great trail around the lake and a fun and challenging disc golf course."

    "this is probably my favorite park in Ohio . it’s always clean people are so friendly and the lake is just beautiful !"

    10. Meadow Brook Campground

    2 Reviews
    Tiffin, OH
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 937-2242

    $40 / night

    "Primarily a seasonal camper location but I found many open tent sites on a weekday. Nice grassy spot to pitch the tent, a rare luxury."

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Recent Reviews near Bradner, OH

450 Reviews of 97 Bradner Campgrounds


  • B
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Van Buren State Park Campground

    Cozy

    Some of the sites are small so you have to be careful which you site you reserve if you’re a tent camper. The outside of the circle is your best bet and there’s a few scattered in the middle. If you can get a good middle spot it’s nice if you have kids since there’s a playground, swings, basketball, and tether court. No running water for bathrooms if that’s important for you. The park is also just off a country road so traffic can occasionally be heard but it’s not excessive. Grounds are very well maintained and the hosts were very nice.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2025

    East Harbor State Park Campground

    Nice hiking, camp sites do not have a lake view, but the trails do

    Huge campground, sites close, no showers, lots of activities. Only a few sites have water .

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Mary Jane Thurston State Park Campground

    Lots to do here

    The camp sites on the river are excellent. Some sights are by the highway. They are still nice, but lots of road noise. There is no water at the camp sites, but water is available. There are no shower facilities. There are great hiking trails and a nice frisbee golf course.

  • Daniel G.
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Inland Acres

    Great place to camp!

    I had a great time at this location. It was clean, had everything that was needed and was a perfect location near the lake. I'll be sure to stay here again in the future!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA

    First KOA

    Nice campground, gravel semi level spot. Full hookup but sewer connection was at very back of spot. We used dump station.

  • Maddy T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    East Harbor State Park Campground

    Beautiful but Buzzy

    I booked one night here for the amenities on a cross-country trip.

    The laundry, showers, and water fill stations were convenient/ well-maintained.

    I gave only 4-star however 2 reasons.

    1. for the 5hr lawn mowing caravan that started at 7am in every direction. I’m not even sure what they were mowing since the lawns looked freshly cut. It was obnoxious! And
    2. not enough signage. For example, I had to ask for directions to the laundry rooms and then they are quarter only with no change machine. I had to make a trip back to the office for change.

    Overall, a nice spot with all the amenities you could need. Plenty of room and nice multi-use trail to the beach was great!

  • Shannon G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Van Buren State Park Campground

    Small and peaceful

    We stayed one night on our way to IN. We’ve never been here before and wanted to check it off our list. It’s a small campground with one side as equestrian and the other side not. All sites had electric and water, no full hookup. There were only drop toilets and no showers. They were clean but I don’t think I’d want to do more than a weekend there. It had a nice playground for kids and plenty of trails to hike or go horseback riding. They also had a dog park and small wildflower garden. The check in cabin had ice and wood for sale but no store. Our site was really nice. The pads were recently paved and had a huge bumper at the end. The fire ring was nice and the site had plenty of space for tents.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Meadow Brook Campground

    Motorcycle Tent Camping

    Very friendly staff and clean facilities. Primarily a seasonal camper location but I found many open tent sites on a weekday. Nice grassy spot to pitch the tent, a rare luxury.

  • Joe B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 25, 2025

    East Harbor State Park Campground

    Nice park

    Stayed 2 nights. The bathrooms are decent, laundry facility is good and the sites are a good size. There are trails and beaches in the park. I found a disc golf course in the park, and I really enjoyed the layout’s layout. The main issue is the mosquitoes, on every tee pad I was swarmed by at least 50 mosquitoes. It was by far the most mosquitoes I’ve ever seen in one area. I was warned, so I sprayed before going. It helped, but they still buzzed around your head.


Guide to Bradner

Campgrounds near Bradner, Ohio span across rolling plains with elevations averaging 650-720 feet above sea level. Most sites experience moderate rainfall from April through June, with summer highs typically reaching 80-85°F. Tent campsites throughout the region commonly feature clay-based soil that can retain moisture after rain, making waterproof ground covers essential during spring camping.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Maumee Bay State Park Campground offers multiple fishing locations across its property. "The most well kept, private, beautiful campground I've been to so far. We were truly amazed at the park, the HUGE beach on lake Erie, the inland Beach, the 2-mile boardwalk through the wetlands, the Big Hill, and the nature center," notes one visitor. The park maintains several bass ponds accessible from camping areas.

Scuba diving access: White Star Park Campground sits directly across from a lake popular with divers. "We stopped for overnight on our travels and found a neat community campground across from a park with a lake. It was filled with families and scuba divers on the weekend," reports one camper. The quarry lake maintains visibility conditions suitable for beginner and intermediate divers throughout summer months.

Cross-country skiing: Winter visitors can access groomed trails at Van Buren State Park Campground when snow conditions permit. "I came cross country skiing here in early January and it was absolutely amazing. It is cold but the terrain is simple for first time skiers," explains one winter visitor. The park typically maintains 3-4 miles of suitable terrain for winter sports from December through February.

What campers like

Privacy between sites: Many campers appreciate the natural separation between camping spots at Maumee Bay State Park. "The most well-kept, private, beautiful campground I've been to so far. I've been a camper my whole life but a year ago the wife and I purchased a new camper with the goal of seeing a new campground each time we camped. This campground was recommended by a co-worker for how private each site is," comments a visitor. The campground's layout utilizes shrubs and trees for natural screening.

Spotless facilities: Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA maintains consistently clean amenities. "Bathroom clean. Friendly people," notes one guest. Another adds, "The shower house has individual bathrooms with your own sink, shower, toilet. These are kept very clean." The campground provides updated individual bathroom units rather than communal facilities.

Level camping spots: Campers consistently mention the quality of site preparation at local campgrounds. At Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA, one camper observed, "All sites are level, gravel, and shaded." This eliminates the need for extensive leveling equipment, particularly beneficial for tent campers using air mattresses or cots.

What you should know

Limited shower facilities: Some campgrounds maintain minimal shower infrastructure despite their size. One camper at Maumee Bay State Park noted, "Each bathhouse only has two shower stalls, which may necessitate a wait when the campground is full." Similar conditions exist at several area campgrounds, making weekday stays preferable for those prioritizing shower access.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Bradner, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Bradner, OH is Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA with a 3.9-star rating from 18 reviews.