Best Campgrounds near Clarksville, OH

The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Clarksville. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Clarksville campgrounds just for you. Discover great camping spots near Clarksville, reviewed by campers like you.

Best Camping Sites Near Clarksville, Ohio (75)

    1. Caesar Creek State Park Campground

    52 Reviews
    Arkansas River - Pool 5, OH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 488-4595

    $17 - $75 / night

    "There is a little store, but note that the firewood is in huge, unburnable pieces, (as most Ohio state park firewood is), so you'll need tons of kindling and several firestarters, or an ax and some way"

    "We stayed in Site 12, which was huge and conveniently located close to a fairly new shower house. That facility was among the very best I've seen! Amazingly clean!"

    2. Cowan Lake State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Wilmington, OH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 382-1096

    "Autumn is the best time to camp in Ohio. Lots of small bathrooms. Lake access. Only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was due to the fact there was no quick reentry."

    "Cowan Lake State Park is near Wilmington, Ohio and they have been making a lot of improvements to the park.  It is a great location between Cincinnati and Columbus with easy access from the highway. "

    3. Stonelick State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Goshen, OH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 625-6593

    "Our spot was right next to a small Pollinator trail that lead to the water. My little ones had a blast riding their scooters around the round about. The restrooms are a quick walk and very clean."

    "This is a great park in southern Ohio, easy to reach, 20 minutes off the interstate 275. There are a number of good sites, but some with a significant slope that leveling would be an issue."

    4. Olive Branch Campground

    13 Reviews
    Oregonia, OH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 932-2267

    $47 - $75 / night

    "This campground is shady, quiet with plenty to do in the surrounding area. There is a pool, laundry room and large field with a playground and basketball court."

    "There is a nice walking trail through the woods, a small pool, playground, and a pond for fishing."

    5. East Fork State Park Campground

    65 Reviews
    Concord, OH
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 734-2730

    $29 - $30 / night

    "This is your standard Ohio State Park campground.  It has the usual parking, water, restrooms, camp store, and activities. 

    East Fork is rather nice as it has the lake and long trails. "

    "Our favorite campsite for the outskirts of Cincinnati. Lots of great spots available! You can get to the lake in about a 15 minute drive."

    6. Lebanon-Cincinnati NE KOA

    10 Reviews
    Lebanon, OH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 932-7717

    "This KOA sets the bar for the Ohio locations we have visited. The bathrooms are amazing and private. The tent site we had was huge and there were actually trees for our suspended tent and hammocks."

    "Cute town Cons: sites are fairly close to each other."

    7. Morgan’s Canoe and Outdoor Adventure

    5 Reviews
    Oregonia, OH
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 899-2166

    $30 / night

    "https://www.morganscanoe.com/ This site is close to King's Island and Fort Ancient. It also was next to a bike trail. "

    "The location is amazing being right next to the river. The sites are just a tad close together so we felt on top of the other campers and didn’t have privacy. I will definitely return though."

    8. Morgan's Riverside Campground & Cabins

    5 Reviews
    Oregonia, OH
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 899-2166

    "Along the Ohio river Morgan’s is the perfect spot to camp if you enjoy nature. The wooded sites are very large even the small ones with mature trees."

    "We were also super close to Kings Island and took a day trip."

    9. Beechwood Acres Camping Resort

    4 Reviews
    Clarksville, OH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 289-2202

    "There are 5 showers and a set of bathrooms close by the pool. All of which were VERY clean. This property is well taken care of and we will be back."

    "Walking trails to lake. Will be back!"

    10. Thousand Trails Wilmington

    4 Reviews
    Clarksville, OH
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "There is plenty of hiking close by and either Dayton to the north or Cincinnati to the south for plenty of things to do."

    "We like the location to the State park nearby for hiking trails and mountain biking trails (Ceasar Creek).   "

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Recent Reviews near Clarksville, OH

631 Reviews of 75 Clarksville Campgrounds


  • Kara S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Stonelick State Park Campground

    Big sites but can be loud and crowded

    Nice big sites, fairly level. We camped at site 35 and it was very slopey, our levelers only helped a little. First night the shower house STUNK but then the next day it smelled fine while our closest bathrooms were out of order. The trail to the lake was right next to the sit and that was lovely.

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Buck Creek State Park Campground

    Quiet park with level spaces

    This park was pretty packed over Labor Day weekend, but it still felt like it wasn’t super crowded. Our space was nice and level. Nice hiking trails in the area. Showers were very nice and clean. Several water spickets throughout the park if you needed to access them. It was a bit of a drive back into the campground, probably 3 1/2 miles.

  • Evan C.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Rocky Fork State Park Campground

    Fine tenting, poorly kept

    8/13/2025

    Got here after dark, but navigated to a pretty secluded loop that's just for tenting (site 61 - see map). Stakes went in fine. Seemed to be a lot of different types of spiders, which was cool to see and even cooler that they didn't bug me. Less cool - the site wasn't very clean - bits of trash that a park attendant/ranger definitely should've been picking up. Moreover, there were stray cats living in that section (I saw three), which were very cute but I'm sure they're not living their best life and the wildlife probably don't appreciate them being around either. I called later to let the park know (nobody was around during my stay) and they said they'd get maintenance on it. If you stay here and see them, I'd urge you to let the park know again, or maybe call animal control.

  • Evan C.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Jim Terrell Park

    Looks Good!

    8/13/2025

    NOTE: I did NOT stay here. I was going to, but decided to drive a little farther than I had initially planned. I did want to check it out though because there aren't many reviews. 

    This looks like a solid option to tent for a night though. The town looks very nice and quiet, and the park seems well-kempt. If the sites are on the river, just know there's a restaurant on the opposite bank that might be a source of noise/light at night, and the park itself is kind of close to the road. I'm not exactly sure where one would tent, but there did seem to be some flat space behind a rafting/kayaking shack to the left as you pull in.

  • Rhonda B.
    Aug. 17, 2025

    The Landing at Bear Creek RV Park

    Best full time campground on the Ohio River!

    We are full-time RVers and this is by far the best park we've stayed at! It's peaceful and beautiful, everyone (especially Management) is so friendly and fun! The laundry facility is one of the greatest amenities as we've stayed other places without one, so we truly appreciate it! The splash pad is fantastic for children and adults alike! There's a dog park, and a kids kangaroo jump pad as well. The view of the river is beautiful! On weekends there's entertainment and/or cornhole tournaments to bring everyone together. The park is maintained perfectly and I've enjoyed calling it home! By far the best park in Southern Clermont County! Must see!

  • Kim H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Cowan Lake State Park Campground

    Sizeable Site, Good for Families

    We stayed in Site 78. The lot was VERY large and well maintained. The asphalt pad was decently level; a picnic table and fire ring were included.

    There was significant variety in the types of sites: some were quite wooded while others were full sun. Some sites were much larger than others.

    The restrooms were decent. They weren't new; however, they were very clean. I didn't check out any bath houses.

    The campground was filled with parents and kids riding bikes, playing, and having fun. Nobody was out of control or obnoxious. Plenty of dogs were present.

    We'll return next summer.

  • K
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Cedarbrook Campground

    Wonderful stay w one hiccup

    This is a very well managed and maintain campground except the laundry facility. Washers are old and bed bugs were found. If you stick to your own camper you will be safe. Any campground that has cabins will have bedbugs. That’s a fact!

  • Beth B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2025

    Indian Springs Campground

    Nice campground, well cared for

    The spaces are gravel and level. The campground is mostly RV with a few private apartments/houseboat.

    Quiet, most all of the waterfront sites were taken. We took a chance on last minute reservations and there were plenty of pull through spots. Easy to setup.

    Checkin/out no problem. They have a code for gate entry.

    Bathhouse bathrooms are date but clean. A bit on small side, not very comfortable.

    There is not much common area for grass/waterside…kinda feel like your in someone’s spot/yard area.

    There is a playground for young kids.

    About 30 minutes from downtown Cincinnati…easy to get to a game.

  • John S.
    Jul. 12, 2025

    The Landing at Bear Creek RV Park

    Worst RV park.

    Worst RV park I stayed at. By the way, it’s managed. People are living in sheds. When you there they don’t keep up on your lawn as cutting the grass and getting the weeds. Just not a place I will take my family again.


Guide to Clarksville

Camping near Clarksville, OH, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From serene lakes to spacious campgrounds, there's something for everyone looking to escape into nature.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms. A review for Caesar Creek State Park Campground stated, "The showers are clean and the staff is friendly."
  • Spacious Sites: Many enjoy the roomy campsites at East Fork State Park Campground. One happy camper said, "Neighbors weren’t sitting on top of one another."
  • Natural Beauty: The scenery is a big draw. A visitor at Hueston Woods State Park Campground remarked, "This place is off the beaten path by a lot, but it's so serene and beautiful."

What you should know:

  • Raccoons: Be cautious of raccoons, especially at John Bryan State Park Campground. One camper warned, "They are lingering at the edge of the woods day and night ready to grab anything."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like A.W. Marion State Park Campground, may not have showers. A visitor mentioned, "You won't be able to take a shower at this campground."
  • Crowded Weekends: Expect busier weekends at popular spots like Cowan Lake State Park Campground. One review noted, "It was busy & loud like you'd expect."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places like Cowan Lake State Park Campground that offer playgrounds. A reviewer said, "There’s a playground nearby."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to have activities lined up. One camper at Buck Creek State Park Campground mentioned, "Great hiking trails and people are friendly."
  • Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy, especially if you're near areas with limited food options. A visitor at Deer Creek State Park Campground noted, "We ordered pizza from a local shop and they delivered."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Lengths: Make sure to check the pad length at campgrounds like Stonelick State Park Campground. A reviewer advised, "Be sure to check the pad length."
  • Leveling Issues: Be prepared for some sites with slopes. One camper at Cowan Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "Some with a significant slope that leveling would be an issue."
  • Use Dump Stations Wisely: Familiarize yourself with the dump station locations. A visitor at Stonelick State Park Campground noted, "Dump station is conveniently located in the center loop."

Camping near Clarksville, OH, has its perks and quirks. Whether you're in an RV or tent, there's a spot waiting for you!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Clarksville, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Clarksville, OH is Caesar Creek State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 52 reviews.

What parks are near Clarksville, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Clarksville, OH that allow camping, notably West Fork of Mill Creek Lake and Paint Creek Lake.