Mosquito Lake State Park Campground in Cortland, Ohio offers campsites with varying degrees of privacy in wooded areas and along the waterfront. The campground features electric hookups and some full-hookup sites, with spacious and level areas that accommodate tents, RVs, and cabins. While no dedicated horse corrals are listed in the campground amenities, the park provides access to outdoor recreation activities including fishing, kayaking, and boating. Sites are described as large with some situated directly on the water, providing convenient lake access. Several sites have good tree coverage creating natural boundaries between camping spots.
West Branch State Park Campground in Wayland provides year-round camping with heated bathrooms and showers during colder months. The park includes various accommodation types from tent sites to RV spots with electric hookups and cabin options. Located near Nelson Ledges, the area offers opportunities for hiking and outdoor activities. The park maintains camping facilities that remain accessible throughout all seasons, making it suitable for campers seeking winter recreation opportunities. Boat-in, drive-in, and walk-in access are available at both campgrounds, providing flexibility for visitors arriving by different transportation methods. Park amenities include drinking water, sanitary dump stations, toilets, and trash collection services.
$24 - $40 / night
"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"
$22 - $80 / night
"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."
"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. "
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.
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.
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.
GuideBeautiful area for a get away in Ohio. The beach is never too packed. You can take kayaks out and venture off around the shores.
ScoutMy family has been going to this camp for years! It’s been updated a few times over the years, for the better! It has everything you need. Boat ramps for the lake in the campground, multiple shower houses, large and small campsites with full and primitive options! Tent and pull through RV sites as well. They have a few miles of hiking trails even horse trails! They do events through out the year. Our favorite Halloween! Camper decorate their sites and do trick or treating for the kids. They even do a haunted trail where volunteers set up to scare everyone! We had a spot on the trail for years lol
West Branch State Park and Mosquito Lake State Park offer varied camping experiences near Burton, Ohio. These locations provide year-round access with both waterfront and wooded sites. Winter camping options include heated facilities at West Branch, while summer visitors can enjoy lakeside recreation at both parks. The region features a mix of terrain from lakeshores to wooded areas with elevation changes.
Kayaking and fishing: West Branch State Park provides direct water access from many campsites. "We can launch our kayaks right from our campsite. There is a boat launch at the campground," notes Alisa G. about West Branch State Park.
Dog park visits: Mosquito Lake offers excellent facilities for pets. "The dog park is amazing. Theres so much to do here," says Courtney C. about her experience at Mosquito Lake State Park. The park features a dog park located next to the lake.
Archery practice: For equestrian camping near Burton, Ohio, several parks offer additional recreational amenities. "We like to bring our bows and use the archery range," explains Karen D. about Mosquito Lake, providing an alternative activity when not riding trails.
Private shower facilities: Many campers appreciate the clean, individual bathroom facilities. "Clean individual showers," reports Dan M. about West Branch, while others note the well-maintained shower houses.
Lakefront site selection: Waterside camping spots are highly sought after. "No electricity, no hook ups, but a HUGE lakefront site," describes Rino S. about West Branch State Park, highlighting the tradeoff many campers willingly make for prime lake access.
Shaded sites: Tree cover provides natural separation between camping areas. "West Branch has private, spacious, shady sites," explains Alisa G., noting the natural screening that creates more intimate camping experiences.
Site leveling challenges: Many sites require equipment for proper leveling. "We were only off 2 inches side to side but front to back we had to lower the front 15 inches," warns Andrea F. about West Branch State Park, suggesting campers bring leveling blocks.
Reservation timing: Popular sites book quickly, especially waterfront locations. "Make reservations! (6 months in advance). Waterside sites fill up quickly," advises Alisa G. about West Branch.
Water conditions: Lake quality can vary with seasonal algae growth. "The algae was kind of thick, which made fishing impossible, so we stopped bringing the kayak," notes Rose S. about Mosquito Lake, indicating water conditions should be checked before planning water activities.
Playground facilities: Multiple play areas cater to different age groups. "There is an epic playground for kids. If your kids are 8 and under they'll love the nature playground and nets provided to catch critters," explains Joe F. about Mosquito Lake State Park.
Weekend activities: Scheduled events provide additional entertainment options. "An ice cream social is held on Saturday evenings that my children always love to attend," shares Alisa G. about West Branch, while others mention movie nights on weekends.
Book exchange: Rainy day activities are available for children. "There is even a book exchange shelf at the shower house in case of rainy days. The park office loans games and sports equipment to campers," notes Alisa G.
Water fill station design: Some facilities have infrastructure issues affecting water tank filling. "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," cautions Andrea F. about West Branch State Park.
Site dimensions: Campsites vary significantly in size and levelness. "The sites are huge," says Courtney C. about Mosquito Lake, while Heidi B. adds "Sites are spacious and level. There are several full hook-up sites."
Campsite selection for horse enthusiasts: While dedicated equestrian camping near Burton, Ohio requires careful planning, the surrounding state parks offer varied terrain. "Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails," notes Jim L. about Mosquito Lake, suggesting potential for day-use trail riding.
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Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Burton, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Burton, OH is West Branch State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 66 reviews.
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