Top Tent Camping near Dublin, OH

Looking for tent camping near Dublin? You can find tent campsites by type, including drive-in, walk-in, and even hike-in for a backpacking adventure. Each tent campsite offers quick access to one or more of Dublin's most popular destinations.

Best Tent Sites Near Dublin, OH (9)

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    1. Scioto-Grove Metro Park

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    Scioto Grove Metro Park is a 620-acre park along the Scioto River with mature forests and scenic bluffs overlooking the river. It features more than seven miles of trails, two picnic areas with shelters, tables and grills, a kids play area and several overlook decks. The park is located on a scenic bend of the Scioto River and is a great destination for canoeists, kayakers, anglers and people wanting to see waterfowl and other wildlife. Dogs on leashes are welcome throughout the park, which also features a sledding hill. Thanks to a generous donation of 193 acres of land from the City of Grove City, funds from the State of Ohio Clean Ohio Program, and passage of a property tax levy by Franklin County voters, Metro Parks has developed this park for people of all ages and abilities to experience nature and enjoy quality time with family and friends. Additional support came from outdoor retailer REI to construct a backpack trail along the river for those just getting into the sport, as well as those seasoned backpackers who want a quick overnight without having to journey several hours.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Geneva Hills - Camp and Event Center

    2. Geneva Hills - Camp and Event Center

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    Providing a place for all God's children to grow in Faith, Fellowship and Fun through Christ-centered camps and outdoor ministries. Located in the beautiful Hocking Hills in southern Fairfield County, Ohio, it is a quick and convenient drive that feels a million miles away - providing the serenity and connection with God's creation that only being emerged in nature can provide. Learn more about who we are, what we do and how you can participate in or support our work. As a non-profit with a seasonal mission, we still must maintain our facilities throughout the year to allow us to adequately support our mission. Lodging is a great way to help support our camp and help us cover our basic costs throughout the year while enjoying the outdoor experience and facilities that Geneva Hills has to offer.

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    $35 - $600 / night

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    3. Jacoby Road Canoe Launch

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    All campsites are primitive, but if you’re interested in dry RV camping (no water or electric hookups), call for help finding a spot.

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    $15 / night

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      4. Merritt Site

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      This recreation area is part of Clarence J. Brown Dam and Reservoir

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            7. Saulisberry Park Campground

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                9. Old Town Reserve

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                All campsites are primitive, but if you’re interested in dry RV camping (no water or electric hookups), call for help finding a spot.

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              Recent Tent Reviews In Dublin

              414 Reviews of 9 Dublin Campgrounds


              • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
                Camper-submitted photo from Delaware State Park Campground
                Oct. 29, 2024

                Delaware State Park Campground

                Large, well-laid-out park on the Delaware Reservoir

                General: 214-site campground, all with electric hookups. Campsites are in four loops.

                Site Quality: All sites are paved and appeared to be level. A fire ring, picnic table, and electric hookup complete each site. Generous foliage provides separation between most sites. 

                Bath/Shower: Fully contained all-gender units in the third loop. Each one has a bench and a baby changing station. Soap and air dryers. A more traditional bath/shower house was in the fourth loop (don’t know about the first two loops). 

                Activities/Amenities: Several hiking trails (but it was raining when we were there so didn’t explore), a small putt-putt course (free use of putters and balls), disc golf, shuffleboard, basketball, tennis, and a small camper store. Each loop has a playground and other recreational options (i.e. volleyball net). The marina offers water toy rentals. 

                My five-star rating is based on the possibility of what our stay might have been if the weather had cooperated! Unfortunately, it was cold and rainy during our stay in June. We will definitely be back again to take advantage of the marina rentals.

              • AThe Dyrt PRO User
                Camper-submitted photo from Geneva Hills - Camp and Event Center
                Oct. 13, 2024

                Geneva Hills - Camp and Event Center

                Would stay again

                Tent site was nice. We could make dinner and there weren’t any mosquitoes even though it was right above a swamp. It was a nice driving distance from Hocking Hills and a neat place to camp.

              • JThe Dyrt PRO User
                Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Knolls Campground
                Sep. 14, 2024

                Rustic Knolls Campground

                Great campground

                Excellent campground with fantastic staff and owners. Nice swimming pond with inflatable attractions. Well stocked camp store. Lots of activities for the whole family.

              • Wailym C.
                Camper-submitted photo from Alum Creek State Park
                Sep. 9, 2024

                Alum Creek State Park

                Road Noise

                First time visiting this state campground and we only stayed one night, did not explore entire park.  Grounds well maintained, clean and decent amenities.  The sites are well placed and a good size.  But no water view on any of the “premium water view” sites in loop L, other than one L17 (the picture with view)  Same for loop K.  Guests and hosts were friendly and welcoming.  Quiet except for the road noise due to nearby busy roads.  The boat launch to lake access is very nice with plenty of parking and space.  Not bad for a stop when traveling through or a weekend.  We stayed with 34’ camper.  Site L15 (picture with red truck)

              • Kyle B.
                Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills Camping & Canoe
                Sep. 2, 2024

                Hocking Hills Camping & Canoe

                New Ownership and its amazing!!!

                This campground has been a staple of Hocking Hills for decades. Finally some new owners took over in May ‘24 and have really done an amazing job renovating things. The staff is super friendly, large primitive campsites right on the river with tons of shade trees! They are even building treehouses to stay in. We love it here!

              • Anna S.
                Camper-submitted photo from Scioto-Grove Metro Park
                Sep. 1, 2024

                Scioto-Grove Metro Park

                Great for a quick getaway

                Need to reserve online, books up very fast. Got lucky and found an opening for site 5 which was right on river and away from the busier parts of park - didn’t see a single person. Nice tent pads, campfire ring, and provided wood.

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                Camper-submitted photo from Jackson Lake Park
                May. 26, 2024

                Jackson Lake Park

                It’s was pretty decent

                So originally I was not super thrilled when we arrived but that changed quickly. We booked last minute on a holiday weekend and had like 2 options for a spot. I wasn’t happy with our spot but again that’s my own fault. I would definitely book ahead and look at the map to find a good spot. Some are very close to neighbors. Others are really nice. I was upset The pool was not open since there was no post about it being closed and the website says it would be open the weekend of Memorial Day. So I went into everything with a pretty crappy attitude. THEN, we went to the lake and at the desk was the new managers. They have only had it for 2 weeks now. They were super super sweet. She told us that they really did everything in their power to have the pool open and it just did not work out. They worked really hard to get it fixed and it needs to cure for like a week. I believe she said. So completely NOT their fault. Again they have only been there 2 weeks. We met some seasonal people and they were super nice as well. Our kids made friends quickly. The little lake was so much fun. My children were upset we had to leave early due to the storm coming in. We did not want to travel back in the storm. However I could have paid 100 dollars more and got into the jellystone park. I don’t think I recommend our spot though. It was on a corner which was nice but so small, no shade, fire pit was so little, no picnic table or anything. But if the pool was up, it would have been better.

              • CThe Dyrt PRO User
                Camper-submitted photo from Alum Creek State Park
                May. 23, 2024

                Alum Creek State Park

                Large Established State Park

                Very well maintained, established state park. Sites are paved, level, and generally ample in space. Ample shade and privacy if needed. Amenities include boating, fishing, disc golf, MTB trails, live music select evenings, etc. Facilities are cleaned regularly. Staff are friendly and helpful..

              • Kim H.The Dyrt PRO User
                Camper-submitted photo from Deer Creek Camping Resort
                May. 13, 2024

                Deer Creek Camping Resort

                Generous Sites!

                We stayed two nights in #184. Our site was HUGE! The pad was very level, so setting up the TT was quick and easy.

                We checked one restroom and one wash house: both were in good condition and quite clean. Lysol was in the air.

                The lake was pretty. Watching the herons was relaxing.

                The people in our section were courteous. All seemed to obey the quiet hours.

                The only negative was the lack of a central fresh water fill station. Spigots are dispersed throughout the camp, which means sitting in the road for as long as it takes to fill your tank. Fortunately, we had a spigot by our site, so we could fill once we parked.

                We'll definitely be back.

              • J
                Camper-submitted photo from Alum Creek State Park
                Apr. 27, 2024

                Alum Creek State Park

                Great park

                Been here before came back because we liked it so much. Sites are good sized compared to alot of state parks good for tent and rv. Cell service is good, bathrooms are older and could use updating but are decently clean for use.

              • Cody M.
                Camper-submitted photo from Buckeye Run Farm
                Apr. 14, 2024

                Buckeye Run Farm

                Absolutely Wonderful!

                One of the best trips I've ever gone on! We went here for the solar eclipse. Absolute beautiful farm with plenty of space for various tents and a gorgeous cabin. Adorable and friendly variety of animals. We loved the donkeys and horses! Very cute little bar with plently to stare at and read. The best part about all of it is the host, shes a absolute joy to be around and very kind! We cannot wait to possibly come back in the summer!!

              • Pete D.The Dyrt PRO User
                Camper-submitted photo from Berkshire Campgrounds
                Sep. 12, 2023

                Berkshire Campgrounds

                Incorrect pricing

                The price advertised on The Dyrt is incorrect. It is not $38.50/day. We paid $50.29 with full hook ups. Very clean, staff very nice, but guests are not allowed without registering at the office. Many seasonal/full time residents which made for quite a bit of early morning traffic. Beautiful fishing pond with well groomed trails. Dogs are allowed off leash on the trails. Staff very pet friendly and courteous. Well appointed camp store. Water pressure excellent. Electric well within standard. Gravel pads, our site was off 2”.

              • Doug L.The Dyrt PRO User
                Camper-submitted photo from Alum Creek State Park
                Sep. 2, 2023

                Alum Creek State Park

                Alum Creek - Nicely Designed and Well Maintained

                Alum Creek State Park is a very well designed State park. Its located north of Columbus, Oh just off I-71N. The sites have level pads. The park is very neat and clean. Our particular rv site was an electric only site (L06) but water was just across the street so if was convienent to fill the camper. This was a very pretty campground with boating and water sports as the main activity.

                When approaching the campground make sure you GPS is set for the campground and not the park. the two are separated by a few miles and signage at the park to the campground is not clear, especially, at 11:00PM when it is dark.

                While were there they had a trivia night which was fun and a free pancake breakfast on Sat. morning which was quite delicious.

                For Astronomers this is a Bortle class 4 site with an SQM rating of 21.27. I did not get observe from this site as it was cloudy due to wildfire smoke. Overall we had a great time at the park.

                The electric only sites were priced at $33/night.

              • Dona R.
                Camper-submitted photo from Deer Creek Camping Resort
                Aug. 28, 2023

                Deer Creek Camping Resort

                This campground is a great get away to meet up with great friends

                Disregard the review from Kim B on May 31st, 2023.  She was kicked out because her 5th wheel sewer on it was compacted and couldn't be used.  she has posted twice for help to unclog it because of using 5 gallon buckets with toilet lid.  Not only one but was using 4 buckets at a time before dumping keeping in her camper before caught dumping behind camper and trying to fit it down a small hole where the honey pots go that you are suppose to use.  All she said, as a review was actually about the crook she is to survive and take money not holding a job herself.  She did the review because she paid monthly on the 1st and it was the 31st she was told she had to be out by that Saturday, the 3rd of June.  I would post photos of what I stated above but they have to be your own photos and they are her pleas for help telling what she was doing.  This is a great campground to stay at and because of people like her is what gives places a bad name.  Which advising her to leave was the way to keep the campground clean and safe for all to enjoy.  Don't let one rotten apple make your decision on a great place to stay.  Many wonderful people will reach out to help you rather hooking up, helping to start your fire, even asking if you want to join them for breakfast/lunch or dinner.  Or join them around their fire for great conversations.

              • Tabby T.
                Camper-submitted photo from John Bryan State Park
                Aug. 14, 2023

                John Bryan State Park

                Perfect Camping Experience

                My step dad and I stayed here and it was a fantastic experience! it had amazing amenities, super easy to navigate and find and super affordable! Most of all it was safe, we left out stuff there all day while we were out exploring and nothing was ever disturbed and we were never disturbed during our stay there. It was a great experience, we will most definitely be back!

              • J
                Camper-submitted photo from Delaware State Park Campground
                Aug. 13, 2023

                Delaware State Park Campground

                Great park

                Spent the weekend would've spent longer if not for work. Some sites were bigger than others but all had plenty of space and alot of tree shade. They put in a put put course recently, had disk golf. We were in section c it had upgraded single person shower house and I was told there in the process of upgrading all of them to that style. huge beach area and each section has its own playground for the kids. Cell phone service I had verizon which was 1 bar but the wife has att and her phone worked no problems.

              • Erich H.The Dyrt PRO User
                Camper-submitted photo from Delaware State Park Campground
                Aug. 3, 2023

                Delaware State Park Campground

                Well maintained, quiet and relaxing campground.

                My wife and I have begun our full-time RV living. We stayed at this state park during the transition from selling our house. We did not have time to enjoy everything this park has to offer. However, the staff was friendly, the campsites were well maintained and it was quiet.

              • AM S.
                Camper-submitted photo from Buck Creek State Park
                Jul. 10, 2023

                Buck Creek State Park

                Leaves some to be desired

                It's easy to get there. The non-electric sites don't have a lot of space or privacy (ie; trees) between them, definitely no hammocking. There's also a private camper's beach that is absolutely serene, probably not safe to swim in. Due to it being a holiday weekend, it was busy & loud like you'd expect, but it was so rowdy we left early. When we showed up, someone dumped all their trash in our firepit, absolutely disgusting behavior. Two different camp groups, one in electric and one in non-electric, got into loud verbal fights that resulted in the police being called. Fireworks and loud music were played all night long. No quiet hours, or if there are any they're not enforced. It's still great for a night visit if you're in the area, but it's not a dream weekend getaway by any means.

              • P
                Camper-submitted photo from Pastime Campground
                Jul. 1, 2023

                Pastime Campground

                A bit changed from pre-Covid

                Pastimes Park was a favorite place to take my family in Central Ohio. Quaint town, quiet location, friendly campers, even if the lots are narrow. The reasonable costs were a bonus. This past June we went there again, expecting the same great experience, but were disappointed. The park costs had risen, but the major change was the presence of monthly campers. When we set up camp, the permanent resident guy next to us became territorial over camp lot lines and finally went off on us at 11 pm at night. Needless to say, we cancelled the rest of our 5 day camp stay and went elsewhere. We won't be back, sadly.

              • W
                Camper-submitted photo from Sky Lake Resort and Fishing
                Jun. 26, 2023

                Sky Lake Resort and Fishing

                Serenity

                We  stayed in the Tiny Home they had available to rent. It was well maintained. The patio had a grill and table with a fire pit that overlooked one of the lakes. They even had board games for our family to play (how thoughtful).  The park is quiet and the grounds are clean. They also have a new bait house that has snacks, drinks, bait and tackle.

              • Lea D.
                Camper-submitted photo from Deer Creek State Park
                Jun. 14, 2023

                Deer Creek State Park

                Very Nice Place

                We went camping in June during the strawberry Moon. We are tent campers, we booked site 185. But once we got there we discovered that the site was slopped down from the pad and not a great place to tent camp. So, we had to find another site. They were booked so we had to cut our vacation short because the only site open for us was reserved for the following weekend. Bummer! There are not alot of spaces for us tent campers no matter where we go. We have to at the least have electric hook ups cause my better half has a CPap he has to sleep wearing. They did have a few premative sites for tent campers. Camp is very well maintained and they are having some construction done on many sites to make them bigger, full hook ups and even Handicap accessable. Great place to ride a bike, or hike or just go for a walk. The shower houses and restrooms were recently redone and in great shape! Though the shower heads could use a changing. Weekends were a bit crowded, but by sunday night the place was cleared out and the rest of the week was quiet and relaxed. Over all a great week. Friendly and helpful staff too. the only issue I had was the state of the Beach, trashed(People there didn't seem to care about throwing their trash around. Shame on them! Also,the sand was so compacted it felt like concrete. Not the best beach. Fishing, well. It seems we didn't have the low down on good fishing spots. All of the public fishing spots were of course taken and along the dam so not great. Lodge is beautiful, and they are doing some construction there. I did not like the food. Guess I am too picky, but when my salad comes out warm and my chicken is cold I do have an issue with that. Didn't seem like they were taking food safety too seriously.



              Guide to Dublin

              Camping near Dublin, Ohio, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From scenic trails to family-friendly amenities, there’s something for everyone in this beautiful region.

              What to do:

              • Hiking: Explore the stunning trails at Hocking Hills State Park Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "Beautiful area with great hikes and views close by," making it a perfect spot for nature lovers.
              • Fishing and Boating: At Alum Creek State Park Campground, visitors can enjoy fishing and boating. A camper noted, "The sites have level pads... The park is very neat and clean," highlighting the well-maintained facilities.
              • Disc Golf: If you’re into disc golf, check out Buck Creek State Park Campground. One visitor shared, "Large park with a marina, archery range, disc golf and more," making it a fun spot for active campers.

              What campers like:

              • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A review for Deer Creek State Park Campground stated, "The shower houses and restrooms were recently redone and in great shape!"
              • Spacious Campsites: Many campers enjoy the spacious sites at Delaware State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "Some sites were bigger than others but all had plenty of space and a lot of tree shade."
              • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Families often find Mohican State Park Campground to be welcoming. A reviewer said, "The pool is nice in the summer and the people working at check-in and at the camp store are so nice."

              What you should know:

              • Reservation System: The online reservation system can be tricky. A camper at Indian Lake State Park Campground noted, "The online reservation system is clumsy to use at best."
              • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can get noisy, especially during holidays. A visitor at Buck Creek State Park Campground mentioned, "It was busy & loud... we left early."
              • Close Campsites: Many sites are close together, which might not suit everyone. A camper at John Bryan State Park Campground said, "The sites are very close together."

              Tips for camping with families:

              • Choose Family-Friendly Parks: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids, like playgrounds. One reviewer at Delaware State Park Campground mentioned, "Each section has its own playground for the kids."
              • Plan Activities: Make sure to plan activities that everyone can enjoy. A camper at Alum Creek State Park Campground said, "Amenities include boating, fishing, disc golf, MTB trails."
              • Pack for Comfort: Bring along items that make camping easier for kids, like portable chairs and games. A family at Hocking Hills State Park Campground suggested, "I highly recommend some sort of cart for your gear."

              Tips from RVers:

              • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to check the size of RV sites before booking. A reviewer at Alum Creek State Park Campground noted, "Sites are good sized compared to a lot of state parks."
              • Be Aware of Noise: Some campgrounds can be noisy, especially on weekends. A camper at Indian Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "No one seemed to care about the 10 pm quiet time."
              • Utilize Amenities: Take advantage of the amenities offered, like laundry facilities. A visitor at Caesar Creek State Park Campground said, "The only bath house with laundry is the one by the pool."

              Camping around Dublin, Ohio, has its perks and quirks. With a little planning, you can enjoy a great outdoor experience!

              Frequently Asked Questions

              • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Dublin, OH?

                According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Dublin, OH is Scioto-Grove Metro Park with a 4.3-star rating from 8 reviews.

              • What is the best site to find tent camping near Dublin, OH?

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