Salt Fork State Park and several campgrounds near Coshocton, Ohio sit within the Appalachian Plateau region at elevations between 800-1,200 feet. The area features rolling hills, dense forests, and several lakes and rivers. Winter temperatures can drop below freezing from December through February, while summer camping season spans May through September with average daytime temperatures in the 80s.
What to do
Hiking trails: Salt Fork State Park offers extensive hiking opportunities with varied terrain. "Trails that lead along shore line to old stone house built in early days of Ohio. Caves to be explored that are easy to access," notes a camper at Salt Fork State Park Campground.
Fishing spots: Coshocton Lake Park provides access to a stocked lake. "Great place for kids with many things to do. Water park, ball fields, play grounds, lake for fishing, paved walking trails, river and much more," explains a visitor at Coshocton Lake Park.
Water activities: Multiple water recreation options exist across several parks. "The lake is pretty beautiful. The trails are well marked and the horse trails go on for miles and miles," states a reviewer about Salt Fork State Park Campground.
Go-karting: For those seeking additional activities, some campgrounds offer extra recreational amenities. "Across the street they have a Canoe livery, mini golf, go carts, ropes course and lots more. So much to do!!" shares a camper from Mohican Adventures.
What campers like
Diverse site options: Parks in the region offer varied camping arrangements. "Just driving in saw turkeys and 'turkets':) and two 6 point bucks. You can hike, swim, boat, bike and horseback ride. Primitive tent camping all the way to upscale lodge stays," explains a visitor at Salt Fork State Park Campground.
Privacy levels: Some campgrounds provide more secluded options than others. "We tent camped and had a private spot in the woods which we loved. The campgrounds covers all the basics," reports a guest at Mohican Adventures Campground and Cabins.
Cleanliness: Well-maintained facilities remain important to glamping close to Coshocton, Ohio. "They keep the grounds well maintained, the playground also well maintained. The bathrooms, showers and laundry areas were very clean," notes a visitor at Berlin RV Park & Campground.
Cultural experiences: For those interested in local culture while luxury camping near Coshocton, Berlin RV Park provides unique opportunities. "Staff was great!! View was Fantastic! Showers & restrooms were super clean & nice!!!! Sites were level. Laundry building was great also!"
What you should know
Weather considerations: The region experiences distinct seasons. "The change of season brings a very different atmosphere to the park and the people staying in it. The facilities are still well maintained and the washer and dryer I'm pretty sure are older then me but they do the job," explains a camper at Salt Fork.
Terrain challenges: Sites may require leveling equipment. "Pull-thru site #18 was very unleveled from front-to-back; hitch was on ground and rear stabilizers were fully extended with blocks underneath," reports a visitor at National Road Campground.
Wildlife presence: Ticks and other wildlife are common in the area. "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," cautions a camper at Salt Fork State Park.
Booking requirements: Reservation policies vary by campground. "Paid cash in order to avoid 3% credit card fee. Had to return to office to get paid receipt," notes a National Road Campground visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Plan for rainy days: Have indoor alternatives ready. "We went for a Bluegrass Festival and spent most of the time in the campground because it rained a lot. They do have a suspension bridge which is pretty cool some trails to hike on," suggests a camper from Mohican State Park.
Consider pool access: Several campgrounds offer swimming facilities. "Amazing campgrounds, with great amenities, clean and updated restrooms & shower house. Indoor pool perfect for the super hot summer months. So much for the kids to do!" shares a visitor at Mohican Adventures.
Check campground layout: Site spacing varies considerably between parks. "The primitive sites are literally carved out of the side of a hill. The site we chose was on a plateau overlooking the lake and I'd recommend that to anyone!" advises a Mohican Adventures camper.
Look for playgrounds: Kid-friendly amenities differ between locations. "We stayed in a small group of sites which made it safe for kids to run around and play," notes a Mohican Adventures visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Many campgrounds in this hilly region require equipment for leveling. "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," advises a Salt Fork visitor.
Hookup availability: Water and electric access varies by season. "RV sites are a little small and close together, but comes with a picnic table and fire pit. There are back in and pull through RV spots," explains a camper at Dillon State Park Campground.
Road conditions: Some campground access roads present challenges. "Roads in the campground are very rough with large potholes. Decent WiFi. Easy on and off from the interstate," reports a visitor at Spring Valley Campground.
Site spacing: RV sites vary considerably in privacy. "Our pull through site was plenty level and accommodated our 33' camper and truck. There is a trail off the campground which is nice," shares a Mohican Adventures camper.
