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West Branch State Park Campground provides horse camping near Brady Lake with designated equestrian sites, horse trails, and facilities. The park features over 20 miles of trails open to horses and snowmobiles in addition to 12 miles of hiking-only paths. Horse campers have access to a separate camping area designed specifically for equestrian use. Tent campers are also permitted in the horse camping area, though this has caused some safety concerns among equestrian campers. The park's horse trails connect to various parts of the 5,000-acre park, allowing riders to explore the wooded terrain surrounding the 2,650-acre lake.
The equestrian camping area lacks the full hookups found in the main campground, which has been a point of contention for some horse owners who feel tent campers should not be allowed in horse camping areas if horse trailers aren't permitted in the main campground. Trail riders should be aware that children and inexperienced campers may be present in the equestrian camping area. West Branch provides two camp hosts in the horse camping section who work to educate non-equestrian campers about horse safety. The park's location makes it accessible from major nearby cities including Akron, Canton, Cleveland, and Youngstown. Camping reservations should be made well in advance, especially during summer months when the campground becomes particularly busy.
"The bathrooms are clean and include a laundry and sinks outside to wash your dishes. Campground hosts and staff are friendly and helpful. Sites are roomy and clean. Lots of variety."
"There is no WiFi and barely one bar of cell service; your best internet access is at the nice public library 7 miles away in Ravenna Sand beach is an easy walk from all camp sites and boat trailers can"
from $30 - $52 / night
Check Availability"This park is one of my favorites in Ohio at this time. Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a fog park next to the lake."
"They told me Ohio State Parks were voted #1 in the US. Well there is a reason for that. Beautiful, clean, great spots, not a bad site in the entire park."
from $27 - $80 / night
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- 6 electric sites
- 44 non-electric sites
- Dump station
- No showers; no flush toilets
- Pets are permitted on all sites
Equestrian"
"I live near by to this state park and have spent much time exploring the entirety of it."
from $23 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Took the kids on the horse ride and they loved it. All staff were very friendly. Would def recommend anyone to go."
TravelerYou need to make reservations well in advance for the “primo” sites. The bathrooms are clean and include a laundry and sinks outside to wash your dishes. Campground hosts and staff are friendly and helpful. Sites are roomy and clean. Lots of variety. If you’re into hiking, disc golf, kayaking, fishing, equestrian pursuits, etc, this is the park for you.
Traveler3 Immaculate bath houses all with laundry facilities, all sites have electric (no f-ing generators) and many have have water and sewer hook ups. There is no WiFi and barely one bar of cell service; your best internet access is at the nice public library 7 miles away in Ravenna Sand beach is an easy walk from all camp sites and boat trailers can be parked on your camp site Boat launch has a big trailer parking lot, too. There are hiking, equestrian and mountain biking trails in the park and launching off paddle boards is ok at the boat launch or the nearby beach Friendly staff and camp hosts!
RangerThis park is one of my favorites in Ohio at this time. Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a fog park next to the lake.
GuideFirst time here. They told me Ohio State Parks were voted #1 in the US. Well there is a reason for that. Beautiful, clean, great spots, not a bad site in the entire park. Wood is dry and cheap right outside the park entrance. Bass fishing is top notch on the lake. I would definitely come back here again and again.
LegendRanger Review: Morsel Spork at West Branch State Park
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This state park was very welcome after our first two unlucky Ohio state park experiences. We had no trouble pulling in at 3 pm on a Sunday after Labor Day with no reservations and snagging a very nice spot (Site 50 backs up to Kirwan Reservoir). There are two loops that are on Jay Lake where there is a beach; it was understandable that there weren’t any water view spots that had not been reserved here. A very quiet park that is well-maintained with lots of amenities. Even the rumbling of the nearby trains was on the quiet side! Nice playground with toy stocked sandpit, volleyball net, cheap laundry ($3 per load, wash and dry), dishwashing sinks, showers, and clean bathrooms. There was even a step stool for kids to be able to reach the sinks. A staffed store(9am-7pm on Sunday, 11am-7pm Monday– Thursday and 9 am– 8:30 pm on Saturday) with basic supplies and, of course, t-shirts and sweatshirts. Some of the sites have a slight grade so be cautious when selecting. Many trees that provide separation between sites. Several short hiking trails. A side note: I only saw one non-Ohio license plate besides ours in the entire park, almost like it is an Ohio secret (not anymore!)
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**Product Review: **
As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I have the opportunity to test products. At this campground, I tested the large Morsel Spork from Outdoor Element. I have to admit that when I unpacked my box from Outdoor Elements, I was surprised at how LONG our morsel sporks were(we have other sporks that are much shorter so I was expecting these to be a similar size) but then I saw a photo of someone using it with their freeze-dried meal and it was an aha moment! No need to dirty another dish because this mighty spork can reach to the bottom of the pouch with no problem! These sporks are also sturdier than others we have used. The rubber scraper edge is a nice touch – would be great for getting the last delicious bits of meals from the freeze-dried meal pouches and I’m thinking also in glass or plastic containers. A very nice addition to our camping tools.
TravelerFamily Campground on Leslie Road [map]
Equestrian Camp on Sprucevale Road
Group Camp on Sprucevale Road
LegendHere'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 resivoir with boat rental...we highly recommend renting a pontoon for the day and hanging out in the resivoir for swimming and lounging! It's both relaxing and nice to get away from the beach crowd!
ScoutStayed in two different areas of West Branch State Park while visiting Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Very impressed with large, clean bath houses, including fully private showers. Sites were very large and spread out, visit bing lots of nice privacy. Though we did not take advantage, the park also offered horse bridle trails, mountain biking and water activities on the lake. What a gem!
GuideWe just got back from our first trip to Mosquito Lake State Park Campground. All in all, it was a great experience.
We stayed in site 67, which is a waterfront site, with electric. The water is about 25 yards from the pad, but is visible from the entire site. The site was spacious, but not as private as some of the others. There is some woods between this site and the sites on either side, but other sites are visible. The fire pits and picnic tables were staggered, so it created some distance to make it feel more private.
The campground as a whole, was very quiet. We stayed from Wednesday to Friday. The group next to us seemed a little rowdy when we first pulled in, but by 10:00 there was no noise anywhere near us.
Most sites seemed pretty level from side to side, but where we were, several had a slope from front to back. Away from the waterfront, most sites looked pretty level. The amount of space between sites varied from site to site. Some sites had woods on both sides, while others were pretty open. Some had nice large grassy areas, others were much smaller. Sites from 214-224 are in a cul de sac and are water front, but they were pretty close together with very little privacy between sites, if any. They are very close to the water though.
There are bathrooms and water scatter about, but from what I saw there was only 1 shower house.
Wal-mart and other shopping and restaurants were about 3 miles away. Park was easy to get to, only one turn for us off the highway. Lake was great for kayaking and paddleboarding. Very nice dog park in a different part of the park. There is a boat launch accessible from inside the campground.
Dump station has 2 lanes which was nice when checking out. Fresh water fill up was also located near the dump station.
West Branch State Park offers specialized equestrian camping areas within its 5,000-acre grounds. The park features separate camping facilities specifically designed for horse owners and their animals. Located approximately 15 miles from Brady Lake, Ohio, the horse-friendly camping areas attract riders from Akron, Canton, Cleveland, and Youngstown throughout the camping season. Visitors to horse campgrounds near Brady Lake have access to extensive trail systems within the park's wooded terrain.
Kayaking on calm waters: West Branch State Park Campground provides water recreation opportunities on its 2,650-acre lake. "Great site! Shades lots of space semi private area. Right off the water with area to tie boat for easy water access," notes Katelyn P. about the waterside sites.
Disc golf and geocaching: Activities beyond horseback riding keep campers busy at West Branch State Park Campground. "We also played some disc golf and went geocaching," shares Andrea F., who stayed despite challenges with her campsite's slope.
Fishing at multiple locations: Beaver Creek State Park offers varied fishing spots throughout the grounds. "Had some luck fishing at the Canoe/Kayak area in the South East area of the park close to the Group Camp Sites," reports Aaron B., who enjoyed the park's multiple outdoor activity options.
Private, spacious sites: Many campers appreciate the generous spacing at Beaver Creek State Park Campground. "We camped this past weekend in site 50. It is an unbelievably spacious site under towering pine trees. The site sits back off the road and really makes you feel like you have the place to yourself," shares Matt H.
Clean facilities: Multiple reviewers mention the cleanliness of facilities at horse campgrounds near Brady Lake. "Probably the nicest pit toilets I have experienced," notes Aaron B. about Beaver Creek, while Teresa B. appreciates West Branch, stating, "Very clean bathrooms! Beautiful sites with lake views."
Dark night skies: Mosquito Lake State Park Campground offers excellent stargazing conditions. "The sky was dark enough to see far more stars than you'd see near any larger towns or cities. To cap it off, we laid in our tent dozing off to the sounds of owls and coyotes!" shares Matt H. about the natural nighttime experience.
Site leveling challenges: Several campers report uneven sites at West Branch. "We were only off 2 inches side to side but front to back we had to lower the front 15 inches. The jack was down as low as it would go and we were still off by 1.5 inches," explains Andrea F., detailing the substantial slope at site 190.
Water fill stations: Plan your water needs carefully at Beaver Creek State Park Campground. "They are on a well so there is limited water and they don't allow you to fill up your on board tank. Make sure you fill up before you go!" advises Bounding Around, highlighting an important limitation.
Road access restrictions: Some parks have specific access routes for larger vehicles. "There is a road in the park (Echo Dell Road) that RVs/Trailers can't go on so make sure you approach this campground from Leslie Road!" warns Bounding Around about Beaver Creek State Park.
Kid-friendly playgrounds: Several equestrian campgrounds feature play areas for children. "Nice playground with toy stocked sandpit, volleyball net," reports Lee D. about West Branch State Park Campground, making it suitable for families with younger children.
Book early for prime spots: Popular waterfront sites fill quickly at equestrian campgrounds near Brady Lake. "Make reservations! (6 months in advance). Waterside sites fill up quickly!" advises Alisa G. about West Branch, emphasizing the need for advance planning.
Utilize park activities: Many parks offer organized events for children. "An ice cream social is held on Saturday evenings that my children always love to attend," shares Alisa G., highlighting family-friendly programming at West Branch State Park.
Check site descriptions carefully: RVers should verify site specifics before booking at Canton-East Sparta KOA. "Mostly gravel site..heavy construction where patio sites are. They're not open. Very noisy machinery during the day we are here. Stepped up hill gravel sites," reports Rick K., describing challenging conditions.
Water tank management: RVers staying at West Branch should plan for water fill challenges. "First the water fill is on an incline so when our tank was 'full' pulling away from fill station it was really only 2/3 full. This was okay for a short weekend but not good planning from who ever designed the park," advises Andrea F.
Lakefront options without hookups: For self-contained RVers wanting waterfront access, consider non-hookup sites. "We're at site 160. No electricity, no hook ups, but a HUGE lakefront site. We're in a self contained RV so it's not a problem for us. Beach is right next door too!" shares Rino S. about the primitive lakefront options at West Branch.
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