Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Dayton, OH

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Dayton, OH is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Dayton is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your Ohio camping adventure.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Dayton, Ohio (70)

    1. Dayton KOA Holiday

    20 Reviews
    Brookville, OH
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 833-3888

    "Best tent sites are 320 and the ones next to the creek. Quietest tent sites are 408, 409 and 410, but those are also furthest from the bathroom. Very clean showerhouses."

    "Close to the interstate for getting to Dayton quickly. Many of the extras cost a few bucks extra, but a great spot to stay. Premium spots are decked out well."

    2. John Bryan State Park Campground

    42 Reviews
    Yellow Springs, OH
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 767-1274

    "Put on those hiking boots to enjoy 10 varying difficulty trails, bring your bike for one, and hit the multi-use for mountain biking."

    "The town of Dayton yellow springs is only a five minute drive from enterance. Great attractions"

    3. Caesar Creek State Park Campground

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

    $17 - $75 / night

    "Lots of families and pets. Not great for tents but theres a couple ok spots. Not secluded. Very little shade but lots to do at the park and its very clean."

    "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!"

    4. Dayton Metro Parks (Five Rivers Metroparks)

    8 Reviews
    Germantown, OH
    16 miles
    Website

    $15 - $28 / night

    "The nice thing about the Dayton metro parks is that each night in the front county camp sites they include a bundle of fire wood."

    "There's a great backpacking trail that's challenging and an easy middle meeting place for friends/family from Columbus and Cincinnati that can meet in Dayton Metroparks/Five Rivers - Germantown and take"

    5. Sycamore State Park Campground

    3 Reviews
    Brookville, OH
    7 miles
    Website

    "This park has such a variety of things to do. there’s a great disc golf course, really nice trails to hike with challenging hills and nice areas with shelters for grilling and parties and such."

    6. Possum Creek Metro park (Five Rivers Dayton Metro Park)

    1 Review
    Liberty, OH
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 275-7275

    $15 / night

    "I spent my time at Argonne Lake but you will notice folks fishing at that lake and the other smaller lakes onsite. "

    7. Buck Creek State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Clarence J. Brown Dam and Reservoir, OH
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 322-5284

    $23 - $35 / night

    "A well manicured campground just outside Dayton, easy to get to, back in pavement site with 30A electric, picnic table and fire pit. Plenty of potable water spigots around, just not at the site."

    "It was definitely not an easy task to get a camp site here as a walk-in. We checked on reserve America several times with no luck."

    8. Wright-Patterson FamCamp

    1 Review
    Medway, OH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 271-2535

    "If you are retired or active duty military, you have access to recreation sites maintained adjacent to many bases."

    9. Narrows Reserve

    2 Reviews
    Alpha, OH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 562-6440

    "Camp was in a meadow at the end of about an hour walk in. Literally campsite is on top of trails and meadow provides no shade."

    "My buddy, James, and I parked next to the Nature Center and trekked in. You can opt to park in the lower parking lot where there is a kayak launch too."

    10. Hueston Woods State Park Campground

    47 Reviews
    College Corner, OH
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 523-6347

    "Very large park with playgrounds, fishing, swimming, creek access, dog park, archery practice area or walk over to the damn."

    "They’ve also added in a dog park which is perfect for my fur babies! There’s plenty of trails for hiking and adventuring. Archery range, plenty of spots to fish and keep everyone occupied!"

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Dayton, OH

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Guide to Dayton

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Dayton, Ohio, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Tips for camping with dogs near Dayton

  • Ensure your pet is comfortable with the camping environment by bringing familiar items like their bed or favorite toys.
  • Keep your dog leashed at all times to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers, especially in busy areas like the Dayton KOA Holiday.
  • Always clean up after your pet to maintain the campground's cleanliness and respect fellow campers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Dayton, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Dayton, OH is Dayton KOA Holiday with a 4.3-star rating from 20 reviews.

What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Dayton, OH?

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