Best RV Parks & Resorts near Clifton, OH

Several RV parks accommodate overnight stays within 30 miles of Clifton, including Shadow Lake RV Resort in Woodsfield and Marietta RV Park. Shadow Lake offers full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections, plus access to showers and restrooms in a forested setting. "Sites are far enough apart to not feel too crammed together," reported one visitor who stayed at a campground in the region. Ashland RV Park in Marietta provides big-rig friendly sites with 50-amp electrical hookups, while Hocking River RV Park near Logan features 30-amp service with limited sewer connections and operates seasonally from April through October.

Across southeastern Ohio, RV campgrounds vary significantly in their amenity offerings and site conditions. Many parks have gravel pads that may require leveling blocks, particularly at older facilities. Cell service fluctuates throughout the area—most parks near Marietta maintain adequate Verizon coverage for streaming, while more remote locations might offer only spotty connections. For weekend visits, dump stations are readily accessible at most established RV parks, though not all facilities provide on-site propane filling. Pets are welcome at nearly all parks, with Shadow Lake, Ashland, and Zion Retreat all explicitly advertising pet-friendly policies for RV campers.

Best RV Sites Near Clifton, Ohio (87)

    1. Ashland RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Marietta, OH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 350-8157

    "Large open campground minutes from downtown Marrietta OH owner and Staff are very friendly and easy going! Clean, nice newer bath house."

    "While an RV park, you can also tent camp with the amenities, making it really nice. Electrical hookups and water at your site, plus clean bathrooms and a shower house on the property."

    2. Harris RV Park

    1 Review
    Newport, OH
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 482-5815

    $25 / night

    "Small privately owned campground about 15 min off I-77. We stopped for an overnight on our way north. Right on the Ohio River. Tight spots, but pretty level. The owner, Max, is amazing."

    3. Shadow Lake RV Resort

    2 Reviews
    Woodsfield, OH
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 472-1530

    "We came to Shadow Lake in October to camp for the month. To get here, you must drive through the rolling hills of Southern Ohio, which is absolutely gorgeous in October!"

    "I stayed here in the worse month possible for camping in ohio but the owner made it a great experience. They are very accommodating."

    4. Riversedge Campground

    3 Reviews
    McConnelsville, OH
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 962-2267

    $30 - $60 / night

    "We chose rivers edge for our annual father son getaway and we were not disappointed. The tent sites are right next to the water and there is a beach and dock nearby also."

    5. Stockport RV Park

    1 Review
    Malta, OH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 559-2239

    6. Marietta RV Park

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    Marietta, OH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 374-8584

    7. Hocking River RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Logan, OH
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 331-4840

    $15 - $40 / night

    "Stayed here 4 nights, pull through spots require a little bit of maneuvering with big rig (43’ fifth wheel). There was some mud where camper wheels were situated in the spot (needs material)."

    "Electric hookup only Shower and restroom facility provided very clean and orderly campsite also very clean"

    8. Blennerhassett RV Park

    1 Review
    Washington, WV
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 706-1790

    9. Zion Retreat & RV Park

    2 Reviews
    St. Clairsville, OH
    50 miles
    Website

    "Had a great spot by the lake right off the back of our camper. Make sure you have a good tow vehicle as there is a steep hill at the entrance/exit of the camp ground."

    "If you love peace and quiet this is the place for you. All sites are amongst the very tall trees. There are several ponds around the campground for fishing and bird watching."

    10. Under the Stars Campground

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    Albany, OH
    40 miles
    Website
    +1 (614) 622-5990

    $35 - $60 / night

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RV Park Reviews near Clifton, OH

397 Reviews of 87 Clifton Campgrounds


  • Tamara W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 24, 2022

    Hocking River RV Park

    Scenic, easy in/out and on the river

    Stayed here 4 nights, pull through spots require a little bit of maneuvering with big rig (43’ fifth wheel). There was some mud where camper wheels were situated in the spot (needs material). Fire rings are not near RV but behind across the road on the river. Bath house is just ok - not great, not gross. Close proximity to lots of hiking but Hocking Hills itself has become so crowded… don’t come if you want to get away from people.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Salt Fork State Park Campground

    Great fall camping

    Dated, but pretty clean bath\shower building with clothes washer and dryer ($2). Sites in C-loop are far enough apart to not feel too crammed together. Power pedestal has 20, 30 and 50 amp service. 30 amp worked fine. Lots of trails, allowing dogs on leash. True, other amenities are a drive of at least a couple miles to get to. ATT service was fine for streaming using ROKU and my phone as a hotspot. Paved, level pads, but not long enough for largest trailers. Check size if you have one. Sites at South end of loop get the most shade

  • Amber R.
    Oct. 11, 2020

    Big Sycamore Family Campground

    Great small family campground

    We enjoyed our 3 night stay here! Some sites are full hook up, some sites are electric and water, and some are primitive. The dump station is easily accessible if you need it. 5 acres with everything we could need. The owners were amazing. Very friendly and helpful! They had only owned the campground for 2 weeks and were in the process of making several improvements. The shower house and bathrooms were clean and adequate. There is a small playground for kids. It is pet friendly. There is a nice sized pool for summer (we camped in October so it was closed for the season). Located within a short drive (about 10 miles/15 minutes) from everything Hocking Hills has to offer. There is even a restaurant close by that will deliver to your campsite. Kroger and Walmart are within 5-7 minutes driving for supplies. The only downside is that it is close to a highway so at night you can hear the traffic. This didn’t bother us so much but might be a problem for some.

  • Steve C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 23, 2020

    Burr Oak Cove Campground

    Nice little campsite

    Cool little campground. First come first served with no reservations accepted. The sites are clean with picnic tables and fire rings and can accommodate small RVs. There are a couple of vault style outhouses, dump stations and a couple of water stations as well. No electric or water hookups, though. Came on a Thursday and there were only two sites occupied so it was nice and quiet even though there is a bit of road noise from the nearby roads. There’s also an easy 1 mile trail down to Burr Cove proper. The sites are $15 ($10 in the off season when the water is turned off) and you pay at an honor box at the entrance once you pick your spot.

  • Rob D.
    May. 29, 2018

    Carthage Gap

    A real slice of American camping

    This is a fantastic camp ground, the owners Chris and Teresa are fantastic people and the grounds are just majestic. Sitting above two fishing lakes, one you can swim in during the summer the campground is peaceful and tranquil and next to some amazing woodland.

    The camping ground caters all campers and rv’s and has full sewer hook up and water. Wash houses with showers, toilets and washing machine and dryer is available. You can have firewood delivered daily, you propane refilled and Chris and Teresa are always there to help you. this is on top of the events pavilion where something is always on. A basket ball court and two playgrounds make this ideal for family’s. On season event calendar includes archery clinics and annual hog roast and more.

    the grounds are 30 minutes away from the Wayne national forest and Athens and parkersburg. The beautiful Marietta and hocking valley hills sit an hour away. Simply breathtaking

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 29, 2020

    Wolfie's Campground

    Clean and very well maintained

    A clean park with about 45 sites total. Some are long term while others for shorter stays. They also have cabins and tent sites.

    Nice pool, 1/2 court basketball court, playground, laundry and store.

    They only challenge is you don’t want to meet a rig going out while you’re coming in. We are a 38 foot class A and met a 36’ 5th wheel on the curve at the entrance. We literally passed with less than an inch between us and I am pretty sure the 5th wheel went partially of the road.

    But nice campground; quiet and clean.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 8, 2021

    Burr Oak Cove Campground

    Great place to camp, unleveled pads

    This is our second trip to Burr Oak Cove and it continues to be a great place to camp for the weekend. Very family friendly with spacious sites (especially if you can get two next to each other). 

    Rangers are kind and informative and the facilities are well kept. There are nice leveled pads at most sites for tents; however, if you are brining a trailer or RV it can be a challenge to level them as the parking pads are sloped. 

    Att cell reception was at 2 bars of LTE as well making remote work possible.

  • Bran P.
    Jul. 18, 2016

    Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park

    A note to RVers...

    There are two campgrounds in North Bend State Park…one is Cokely and the other is River Run. Neither are easy to get to when you have a big rig! We picked Cokely Campground as it has 50 amp power and water hook-ups It’s a good thing too as we now know that getting to River Run would have been very, very tricky! Reservations are not accepted at Cokely but you can call the morning of your intended arrival to see if there is availability.

  • Jennifer B.
    Oct. 26, 2019

    River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

    Hikers' Heaven

    North Bend State Park is located at the halfway point of the 72-mile North Bend Rail Trail, so it’s a great camping spot for hikers, bikers and horseback riders who want to explore this scenic trail which crosses 35-bridges and cuts through 11-tunnels where the B&O Railroad used to travel. 

    I highly recommend this trail to hikers because the scenery is spectacular, the wildlife plentiful, and the tunnels are really cool. The trail passes through some quaint towns such as the former oil boom-town of Cairo where many of the buildings from the late 1800’s and early 1900’s are still standing. 

    North Bend State Park has a year-round lodge, year-round cabins and two campgrounds open from mid-April to mid-November. 

    The Cokeley Campground has 28-sites with both water and electricity, picnic tables and fire pits. The bathhouse includes a small coin-op laundry. It’s close to the boat dock at North Bend Lake. I didn’t select this campground because it doesn’t have much shade.

    I stayed at the River Run Campground which has 49-sites along the shores of the North Fork of the Hughes River with electric and non-electric sites to choose from. Four sites are ADA accessible. Each site has paved parking, a picnic table and fire pit. The bathhouse was clean and nicely tiled with hand soap and paper towels provided. The on-site staff was extremely friendly and you get a generous wheelbarrow full of firewood, cut from local downed trees, for$5. 

    The lodge looked a little dated, but had a good home-style restaurant which was popular with travelers. The year-round cabins have been updated with ADA wheelchair ramps and wraparound decks. I may return and rent one after the campground closes so I can do some cross- country skiing on the North Bend Rail Trail this winter.

    I paddled on the North Bend Lake which was extremely peaceful and beautiful, with the colors of fall surrounding me on all sides. I brought my own kayak, but they had boats for rent. There were several fishermen on the water and on the lakeside dock. They told me they catch bass and catfish at this 300-acre lake. The trail around the lake would be good for birders because I spotted ducks, hawks and wood-peckers.

    North Bend State Park would be good for kids because they have playgrounds, mini-golf and an outdoor swimming pool(closed when I visited in October, but looked really nice).


Guide to Clifton

RV sites near Clifton, Ohio range from riverside campsites to forested retreats within a 30-mile radius. The region's rolling hills of southeastern Ohio create varied terrain with elevation changes from 650 to 1,000 feet above sea level. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing with moderate snowfall, making seasonal availability an important consideration for campers.

What to do

Riverside activities: At Riversedge Campground, campers can enjoy direct river access for fishing and relaxation. "The tent sites are right next to the water and there is a beach and dock nearby also," notes Ken P. The campground offers kayak rentals with upstream drop-off service.

Fishing opportunities: Multiple campgrounds feature ponds and lake access for fishing enthusiasts. Zion Retreat & RV Park offers "several ponds around the campground for fishing and bird watching," according to Kathryn P., who adds that visitors should "keep an eye out for deer as you come into the park."

Hiking explorations: The area surrounding Shadow Lake RV Resort contains notable hiking trails. "There are a couple hiking trails nearby (Piatt Park and Raven's Rock) which have incredible rock formations in the gorges," mentions one visitor who explored the natural features near their campsite.

What campers like

Peaceful settings: Campers consistently mention the quiet atmosphere at many sites. At Zion Retreat & RV Park, Robert T. describes it as a "quiet and beautiful spot in the eastern Ohio hills" with sites situated "amongst the very tall trees."

River proximity: The ability to camp directly beside water features attracts many visitors. "Our tent was right on the river," reports Eric S. about his stay at Riversedge, noting that on their final day they watched as "the mist gently float over the water."

Friendly management: Blennerhassett RV Park earns praise for owner hospitality. "The owner was great. I called when I was on my way, he gave me a space number, and I was able to go straight to it," shares Aly M., who also notes the excellent "weekly and monthly pricing."

What you should know

Seasonal considerations: Campground availability varies throughout the year. Hocking River RV Park operates from April through October, while Shadow Lake RV Resort and Under the Stars Campground remain open year-round.

Site spacing: Campsites at Hocking River RV Park can be quite close. "When crowded, you will be right on top of groups less than 12 feet to the right and left of you," cautions Megan M. Similar concerns exist at Zion Retreat, where sites are described as "a bit close, think KOA close."

Noise factors: Some campgrounds experience noise from nearby roads. Hocking River RV Park sits "right alongside State Route 33, so you hear freeway traffic constantly," warns a reviewer who adds that "there is a train track right across the river (about 200 yards away)."

Terrain challenges: Several campgrounds feature steep terrain. Robert T. advises those visiting Zion Retreat to "make sure you have a good tow vehicle as there is a steep hill at the entrance/exit of the campground."

Tips for camping with families

Limited recreation: Not all campgrounds offer family-friendly amenities. At Hocking River RV Park, Bryatt S. notes, "No playground which made camping with kids very uneventful for them," suggesting families should plan off-site activities.

Shower facilities: Clean bathrooms matter for family comfort. At Riversedge Campground, Ken P. found "the shower house was clean and freshly painted," a detail particularly important for multi-day family stays.

Water activities: Consider campgrounds with water access for family entertainment. Riversedge offers kayak rentals, while multiple reviewers mention enjoying the riverside locations despite sometimes limited access points.

Tips from RVers

Leveling requirements: Many sites in the region require leveling. At Ashland RV Park, the "large sites" mentioned by James P. provide adequate space, though like many regional campgrounds, preparation for uneven terrain is advisable.

Electrical service: Power options vary across campgrounds. While Shadow Lake and Ashland provide full hookups, Hocking River offers "electric hookup only" according to Bill V., with some spots featuring 30-amp service but limited sewer connections.

Site conditions: Weather can affect site conditions. Tamara W. found at Hocking River RV Park that "there was some mud where camper wheels were situated in the spot (needs material)," suggesting RVers bring boards or leveling blocks during wet seasons.

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