Salt Fork State Park Campground offers premium glamping options for those seeking luxury outdoor accommodations near Cambridge, Ohio. The park features a range of upscale canvas structures with comfortable beds, electric hookups, and private picnic areas, all situated near the pristine waters of Salt Fork Lake. Spring Valley Campground and Rocky Fork Ranch also provide elevated glamping experiences with climate-controlled accommodations that include proper bedding, modern bathroom facilities, and thoughtfully designed living spaces. Clendening Lake Marina & Campground rounds out the area's glamping options with its stylish waterfront units available from April through September. According to a camper, "The cabin stay with hot tub was exceptional. Nice lodge with pool. Pet hedgehog worked the front counter. Bigfoot stuff everywhere."
Visitors at these glamping destinations enjoy direct access to extensive trail systems, scenic waterfront activities, and unique regional attractions. Salt Fork State Park specifically offers glampers private beach access, boat rentals, and equestrian facilities alongside miles of hiking paths. The park's 3,000-acre lake provides excellent fishing, swimming, and boating opportunities just steps from luxury safari tents and canvas accommodations. One guest noted, "Salt Fork State Park is Amazing! There is something for Everyone here; from the lodge, golfing, boating, fishing, hiking, camping, trail rides, hunting, pontoon boat rides, boat and kayak rentals, a beach, and numerous other options!" Most glamping sites require advance reservations, with peak availability from April through October, though some locations like Salt Fork maintain year-round operations.
$19 - $33 / night
"** and right on the lake!! Found this by mistake on our way out, and the dogs loved it. Access to lake, a beach, well fenced."
"**Salt Fork State Park of Ohio is for individual, couples or group camping. Salt Fork lake is natural spring fed water supply that fills this lake."
$32 - $38 / night
"Friendly staff. Roads in the campground are very rough with large potholes. Decent WiFi. Easy on and off from the interstate."
"We stayed one night on our way out west and this place was not far from the highway and it was super quiet. Perfect restful night it’s just what we needed."
$50 - $999 / night
"Two parts to the campground - normal and then more private on top of hill behind captain's club. 2 pools, indoor and out- both of which were very clean and we'll maintained."
$19 - $130 / night
"I camped at this state park in the very scenic rolling hills of central Ohio on a hot and sunny weekend and was happy to find plenty of shade."
"Dillon Lake State Park is located about 10 miles west of Zanesville, OH in a heavily forested area. There is no road noise from the local route 146 used to access the campground."
$35 / night
"There are plenty of things to do. the ponds are stocked with fish and because it is private land no fishing license is required. basketball courts and a playground."
"The staff and other campers are so very nice and helpful. The camp is clean and very family oriented."
$18 - $50 / night
"Blue Rock State Park is outside Zanesville, Oh off I70. Rt 60 takes you South and then you have a choice of routes in. Good Ohio farmland scenery."
"We had a secluded site right beside the creek. The only negative was no flush toilets, only pits and so sink to was hands, but there was hand sanitizer at least."
"Beautiful campground with fire pit and table. Our site was big enough for 3 6 person tents but most sites are smaller and fit 1-2 4 person tents. Good trails to hike and wonderful scenery."
"Hook Lake AEP is I think the second largest of the campground areas, outside McConnellsville, Oh. Hook Lake campsites are spread throughout the woodland loop above the lake recreation area."
$29 - $150 / night
"Many area's with grills set up, but Holliday, it fills up fast. Wear your swimsuit under your clothes. No longer has changing rooms unless u wanna change in a porta potty!"
"We set up with our heads at the highest point of the slope and ended up having our sleeping mats slip down to the other end of our tent by morning."
$27 - $146 / night
"Checkin is at 4 pm and checkout is 2pm for camp set up(you can set up sooner if no one is there) We were lucky to get a walk up electric spot, although hilly it was beautiful!"
"When we checked in, the staff and rangers gave our kids gift bags with some cool things to do while we set up our tent."
ScoutI stayed here in the worse month possible for camping in ohio but the owner made it a great experience. They are very accommodating. Even though every thing was snowy and muddy I could tell this is a very well taken care of place. Shower house was clean and warm. The laundry mat washed and dried great. As a construction worker I have payed way more for way less. This place is gem for construction/oil field workers in the area.
LegendDog park!! and right on the lake!! Found this by mistake on our way out, and the dogs loved it. Access to lake, a beach, well fenced. I would give Salt Fork SP extra stars for this one, especially if there were campsites co-located.
Camp ground is easily accessible being just 6 miles from I70, leaving the convenience of Cambridge and city amenities close by while allowing for great trails and solitude. Stayed in campground A, and the front end has little shade, but being here in autumn was perfect for lots of sunshine on site. Sites with trees for tree tents is minimal. Drinking fountains are dispersed fairly frequently throughout campground, but RV hookups with water were limited during my stay. Shower houses and comfort houses all have flushers and sinks.
TICK WARNING!!!! After a morning hike down wooded Trail, we spent A LONG TIME pulling ticks from dogs...even though the temps were in the 30's overnight and everyone was treated with flea & tick protection.
TravelerMy family and I had never gone tent camping before together, since my husband and I were kids. I have chronic pain and was terrified to go due to my difficulties. This place was amazing!
PROS:
The shower houses are individual big rooms to use that include a shower with a seat and toilet. They do also have handicap parking&camping spots right by the shower house, no smell even being 89 degrees.
They also have amazing prices for renting out a pontoon, it’s only a max 10 mph. I was able to comfortably fish for 4 hours on this. For the boats we were allowed to park down below right by the docks so I wouldn’t have to walk the hill.
When you book online it needs to be done 2 days out, from where we live (Columbus Ohio) the reception at the camp was very very hard to hear on the phone. It is easier to book online then see them at the office when you arrive, they close at 7 pm. Checkin is at 4 pm and checkout is 2pm for camp set up(you can set up sooner if no one is there)
We were lucky to get a walk up electric spot, although hilly it was beautiful! We were right by the private dock and the residents were very kind, some offered us worms or help with our fire. Even though we were by the public outhouse you could not smell anything until right by the outhouse.
You do need a special plug for the electric, we didn’t realize this and did not bring one. I was panicked at first since I needed a fan to get through the 89 degree weather in a tent but the front office has spares you can borrow! They are a lifesaver up there and so kind, if we could have tipped we would have.
We caught plenty of fish up there for all 3 of us, including my 1 st grader, all we used were worms and was surprised how much we caught.
All in all we were really happy and even convinced my parents to come up with us next year 😊
CONS:
The drive up was very hilly and lots of buggies. Be careful sometimes the road disappeared and you don’t see the buggy until right there; the road speed is 55mph but we only went between 35-45.
There is no cell service up there so be prepared, we lost it for about 20 minutes before the camp site. We have sprint. Make sure to pack a old school map so you can get around, there is a family dollar store in town, about 4 mile drive, if you forgot anything.
Most neighbors you have our yearly members, this is great for peace but limits the spots they actually have open to rent out by the lake and have electric. We were hoping to get a better spot in the future but they only have a couple of non yearly spots available even a year out.
RangerWe stayed down at the "lake" spots which are not on the lake but quite above it. Our first site was #19, we were even hesitant to park our 23ft camper in it, but we did and then realized that as soon as we try to get in or out of the camper, it was a steep drop down 5ft. All the sites around this part were steep and tents were pitched on hillsides and most people only stayed for 1 night. We moved to a flatter spot but still had some fun fanagaling the camper in it. Very quiet campground during the week but as soon as Friday hits, it's crazy and loud. We had some neighbors who didn't respect the Quiet hours starting at 10pm and were told very nicely by the Park Ranger and still made a huge fuss. Glad we only stayed for 2 nights.
TravelerI camped at this state park in the very scenic rolling hills of central Ohio on a hot and sunny weekend and was happy to find plenty of shade. There are 183 electric sites in this campground, many shady, and almost all having at least partial shade. Pets are permitted in all sites except 1 through 32. These electric sites are divided into three sections with restrooms with flush toilets, shower houses and playgrounds in each. The restrooms and shower houses I used were very clean.
There is also a walk-in section of non electric sites that are different than what I usually think of as walk-in sites because parking was just yards away.
The camp store was well stocked and probably has anything you forgot. They also sell firewood.
The huge 18 hole disc golf course seemed to be a popular attraction.
I enjoyed the five well marked hiking trails through the woods. These trails range from easy to difficult, the longest being 4.4 miles.
From the campground, you will have to drive to the beach or hike a couple miles though the woods as I did. My only complaint about this campground is the beach. There are no lifeguards or concessions and I am told, that after a rain, this beach can look uninviting. Near the beach is a wading pool with a fountain for younger children. Adjacent to the beach area there are tennis courts, basketball courts and a very shady picnic area with tables and pavilions.
There are boat launches for your boats at the marina but the only watercraft that can be rented are kayaks and canoes.
RangerWe enjoyed renting a cabin with the family at several different times.
The mountain bike trails are so rugged and fun, difficult for biking. You can hike them too, and they offer nice views of the lake.
The area seems to have a skunk issue at times, and it can get smelly near the cabins.
The cabins have nice fire pits and kitchens have enough space and facilities to make a nice family dinner.
The lake is large enough to boat on and you can do paddling sports there easily.
The park has tennis courts and lots of other recreation: boating, hiking, swimming, biking.
TravelerMany area's with grills set up, but Holliday, it fills up fast. Wear your swimsuit under your clothes. No longer has changing rooms unless u wanna change in a porta potty!
TravelerLuxurious accommodations and continental breakfasts won’t be found here…..a space to unwind and reflect will. The sites are sloped and ill paved but the sights, the sights are quintessential Southeast Ohio. Rolling hills dotted with little burgs where the oil has dried up but the resolve has yet to. A slight traverse down the hill lends views normally reserved for travel mags and postcards if just a bit of adventure is employed.
LegendBlue Rock State Park is outside Zanesville, Oh off I70. Rt 60 takes you South and then you have a choice of routes in. Good Ohio farmland scenery.
Out of the way, small camping area with basic sites. A cool feature is a few of the sites have pavilion type covered patios that you can pitch your tent in to help stay dry during inclimate weather.
Otherwise the sites are close together. Though there are a few sites that are more off to themselves, they are still wide open with sparse tree cover.
The restroom is basic, the showerhouse is located at the reservoir beach as well as the camp store and boat rental.The staff was very knowledgeable about the area and conversational.
Several trails are in the area, the Horse Camp is up the road. In addition to this area there is the Blue Rock State Forest that offers several out door activities, check out their map and site online.
Salt Fork State Park's rugged woodland terrain sits approximately 800 feet above sea level, creating varied camping conditions across its 17,000+ acres. The region experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak camping season from May through September. Most campgrounds in the Cambridge area offer primitive sites with basic amenities like pit toilets and fire rings, while developed campgrounds provide electric hookups, shower facilities, and dump stations.
Horseback riding trails: Barkcamp State Park offers extensive equestrian facilities with dedicated camping areas. According to Andrea F., "This is set up with a whole section for horse camping with tie outs and trailer/truck sites. Lots of bridle trails and a really quiet park."
Fishing with limited horsepower: Clendening Lake Marina & Campground restricts boat engines to maintain a peaceful atmosphere. One camper notes, "The lake is amazing fishing spot with 9.9 hp boat restrictions. The locals are very nice."
Kayaking on quiet waters: The small but scenic lakes offer perfect paddling opportunities for beginners and experienced kayakers alike. At Blue Rock State Park, a visitor mentioned, "If you kayak, you could spend about two hours exploring the different bends in the lake."
Wildlife viewing: Early morning and dusk provide prime wildlife spotting opportunities. One visitor to Salt Fork State Park Campground wrote, "Just driving in saw turkeys and 'turkets':) and two 6 point bucks. You can hike, swim, boat, bike and horseback ride."
Private dog areas: Several campgrounds offer dedicated spaces for four-legged companions. According to one camper at Salt Fork, "Dog park!! and right on the lake!! Found this by mistake on our way out, and the dogs loved it. Access to lake, a beach, well fenced."
Seasonal fishing variations: The lakes offer different fishing experiences throughout the year. One review mentions, "We camp here several times a year. Nice trails, good fishing, clean pool, boat rental - always fun no matter the season."
Budget-friendly glamping options: Spring Valley Campground offers affordable alternatives to luxury glamping close to Cambridge, Ohio. A regular visitor noted, "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."
Accessible amenities: Some sites provide accommodations for those with mobility challenges. At Clendening Lake, a visitor with chronic pain shared, "They have amazing prices for renting out a pontoon... For the boats we were allowed to park down below right by the docks so I wouldn't have to walk the hill."
Cell reception varies widely: Many campgrounds have limited connectivity. At Rocky Fork Ranch, "Super dusty roads so you've gotta enjoy a dusty car. With two young kids, we wake up really early and nothing opens until 10am."
Limited level sites: RVers should research site topography before booking. One camper at Barkcamp State Park reported, "The campground had no water hookups, about 90% of the sites were not level (and....I mean by A LOT)."
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