Canton's surrounding area offers diverse camping terrain across Stark, Tuscarawas, and surrounding counties, with elevations ranging from 900 to 1,300 feet throughout the region. The camping season typically extends from April through October, with many rv parks near Canton, Ohio closing for winter due to seasonal freeze-thaw cycles. Fall weekends can see occupancy rates exceed 90% due to Amish Country tourism.
What to do
Fishing at multiple ponds: Countryside Campground features access to Mogadore Reservoir where campers can fish from shore or launch kayaks. "A nice short walk takes you to Mogadore reservoir," notes Joe F., though he adds they had "no luck for fishing from shore."
Explore Amish Country: Berlin RV Park & Campground places campers in the center of Ohio's Amish communities. Chris C. mentions, "The campground is right in the middle of Ohio's Amish country with easy access to shopping and food and other great experiences like the large cuckoo clock in Sugar Creek."
Swimming options: Several campgrounds maintain swimming facilities even in cooler months. At Evergreen Park RV Resort, Andrea F. reports, "The indoor pool is great for enjoying a swim even in January" during their winter camping trip.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Scenic Hills RV Park receives praise for maintenance. Earl B. notes it's a "Beautifully maintained Campground" and adds that "Office staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about local attractions and dining."
Winter camping options: Unlike seasonal parks, some facilities remain open year-round. Andrea F. appreciated Evergreen Park RV Resort in December: "We camped here the second weekend in December and had the park mostly to ourselves. There were only 3 other campers there. The game room was nice as well as the indoor pool."
Proximity to attractions: Many campers value locations near points of interest. Bob R. mentions Evergreen Park RV Resort is "right in the middle of Amish Country so there's plenty of beautiful scenery, lots of shopping, wonderful roadside produce and cheese stands and other tourist hotspots."
What you should know
Site spacing considerations: Many rv parks near Canton have sites positioned closely together. At Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground, Clean Slate D. notes, "They keep up on the gravel and leveling which is always appreciated" but others mention proximity between sites at various campgrounds.
Hookup layout challenges: Some parks have awkward utility placement. At Scenic Hills RV Park, Earl B. points out: "The one and only issue is that water and electricity is located in the rear area of RV, while sewer connections are toward the front. I personally used 50' of water line and 30' of sewer line."
Varied Wi-Fi quality: Internet connectivity differs between parks. Beth G. mentions at Evergreen Park RV Resort, "If you need WiFi, bring your own source or go to the club house as the park's is weak."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Roundup Lake RV Resort offers extensive recreation for children. Brandy Q. observes, "Campsites surround a sizable lake which boasts inflatables as well as enough room for self-propelled water crafts. That said, there are also a large number of Canadian geese which love the huge lake."
Playground access: Many campgrounds maintain play areas. Jessica R. commented about Countryside Campground: "Clean campground, lots to do! Dog friendly! Lake Accessible. We stayed a few nights on Tent site 4 and had a blast!"
Seasonal activities: Look for campgrounds with programmed events. Evangelyne D. notes Roundup Lake offers "themed weekends throughout the season are fun and festive and there are a lot of activities to do and participate!"
Tips from RVers
Leveling requirements: Some campsites require extra equipment for proper leveling. Craig T. observed at Berlin RV Park: "We had difficulty leveling one night in lot 3 but traded to #4 the next night and did fine. The many pull thru lots looked like a good level base."
Seasonal considerations: Many campgrounds operate limited schedules. Kenny C. noted his Berlin RV Park visit timing affected amenities: "Good dry firewood is available for $3 a bucket (basically a dollar a stick) which, I thought, was a pretty good deal."
Site selection strategy: At several parks, location within the campground matters. Noel L. recommends at Scenic Hills RV Park: "Asked for a shaded area...got a perfect one that had shade all day."
