Cambridge, Ohio camping areas sit between 800-1,000 feet elevation across rolling hills with several reclaimed mining lands. The region typically experiences moderate temperatures from May through October with high humidity in summer months. Cell service varies dramatically between carriers in this rural territory, with frequent dead zones in ravines and remote areas.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Wolf Run State Park offers a calm 1,000-acre lake with clear water for fishing. "The water is clearer than most lakes here in Ohio! The campsites wrap around the lake, so most of them are very close to the lake," notes one camper about Wolf Run State Park.
Trail exploration: The Buckeye Trail runs through Bicentennial Campground for hiking enthusiasts. "The Buckeye Trail is easily accessible from the campground for hiking. The campground has a beautiful lake you fish or kayak on and there are a ton of birds so bring your binoculars," shares a visitor to Bicentennial Campground.
Wildlife viewing: Fish Farm Camp provides quiet opportunities for nature observation with its secluded setting. "Found this location last minute. Booking and directions were super easy. Met the owner who is a real nice guy. Beautiful views, great fishing, and a super clean set up," reports one camper who stayed at Fish Farm Camp.
What campers like
Private lakeside sites: Salt Fork State Park features some sites with excellent water access. "We drove to Salt Fork from North Carolina on our way to Maumee Bay State Park and the birding festival at Magee March. It was just a quick overnighter, but we did take a little time to walk and bird," explains one traveler about Salt Fork State Park Campground.
Well-maintained facilities: Seneca Lake Park receives consistent praise for its upkeep. "Great campground! Level sites with full hookups. 50amp. Plenty of space between spots. Shower house is beautiful and CLEAN. Includes a very nice laundry room," according to a camper at Seneca Lake Park Campground.
Seasonal appeal: Fall brings cooler temperatures and fewer insects to the region. "We love Wolf Run if you are just planning to chill at the campsite. Choose one of the 'premium' sites for beautiful lakeside views! It's pretty quiet and usually not busy," shares a visitor who notes the autumn appeal of Wolf Run State Park.
What you should know
Site selection matters: Select your campsite carefully before booking, especially at larger campgrounds. "Our first visit to this campground with a whim on picking a site. The pad was level and not bad in length. It had a tree on site for a little shade and some grass. A lot was dirt so watch out for the rain," comments a camper about Wolf Run State Park.
Insect preparedness: Pack extra bug spray as mosquitoes can be persistent, especially near water. "It may have just been the time of year that we went but the bugs were especially terrible at this campground. We used spray and still had so many bites," warns a visitor to Sand Hollow.
Bathroom considerations: Facilities vary widely between established campgrounds and primitive sites. "The downfalls of this campground is the water was recently shut off so you need to be sure to bring plenty of jugs of water, not a big deal though. Also, the bathroom houses not my favorite part to say the least," notes a Sand Hollow camper.
Tips for camping with families
Beach access: Seneca Lake Park offers family-friendly swimming. "We stayed at Seneca Lake in our tent, while seeing other attractions in the area. The beach was very clean and our kids enjoyed it. Saturday evening the campground provided a movie for kids. It was a very family friendly campground we are likely to return to," shares a visitor.
Outdoor activities: Salt Fork provides diverse recreation options for children. "This is an awsome state park. Personally, it is definitely a favorite and I think it is one of the best in the state. Large lake allows for all types of boating. Has large campground only beach and plenty of hiking trails/destinations," explains a camper.
Safety considerations: Watch for poison ivy throughout the region, especially in spring and summer. "Also, lots of poison ivy in the area. We had a great weekend but itched for the next week," cautions a visitor about their experience at Sand Hollow.
Tips from RVers
Road access: Most Cambridge area campgrounds have paved access, but interior roads vary. "Roads in the campground are very rough with large potholes. Decent WiFi. Easy on and off from the interstate," notes a visitor to Spring Valley Campground.
Site leveling: Prepare for uneven terrain at some campgrounds. "Weekend get away with the wife and dog. Pet friendly park. Walking path to the lake which was very close. Would advise to visually check the sites, due to terrain which is rolling," suggests a Wolf Run State Park camper.
Hookup availability: Full-service sites can be limited at some parks. "We have been staying here for 25 years and is always a delight. We usually stay about a week to attend conventions or go antiquing. Wish they still had cable. Nice wide pull thrus," mentions a long-time Spring Valley Campground visitor.
