Best Tent Camping near Felicity, OH

Tent campgrounds near Felicity, Ohio include several scattered options in eastern Ohio and neighboring Kentucky. Tree Line Retreat in Kentucky is one of the few viable tent camping options in the vicinity, offering a primitive camping experience for tent campers. Other areas like GrayWolf PayLake in Ohio provide basic tent sites, though camping options are limited in the immediate area.

Tent sites at most campgrounds in the region offer minimal amenities. Tree Line Retreat permits campfires and allows pets, though lacks toilet facilities. GrayWolf PayLake provides drinking water, toilets, and picnic tables, making it slightly more developed for tent campers. Most campsites in the area require advanced reservations. Sites typically have minimal terrain modification, with natural ground surfaces rather than developed pads. Campers should note that several locations listed in databases as campgrounds, such as Boltz Lake Ramp and Bullock Pen Lake Ramp, are actually just boat launch facilities without camping options.

Tent camping experiences vary significantly across available sites. A visitor commented, "This is just a boat ramp for a local fishing lake sitting near the local water departments pump station. There is no camping here at all," regarding Bullock Pen Lake Ramp, highlighting the importance of verifying camping availability before traveling. Mimsey's Mayhem offers a single tent site with both drive-in and walk-in access options, providing a more secluded experience. Fall and spring typically offer the most comfortable camping conditions in this region, with summer months often bringing higher humidity and occasional thunderstorms. Tent campers should bring adequate water supplies as drinking water is not universally available at all tent camping areas near Felicity.

Best Tent Sites Near Felicity, Ohio (7)

Show More
Showing results 1-7 of 7 campgrounds

2025 Detourist Giveaway

Presented byToyota Trucks

Review Campgrounds. Win Prizes.

Enter to Win


Tent Camping Reviews near Felicity, OH

466 Reviews of 7 Felicity Campgrounds


  • E
    Jul. 15, 2019

    Kincaid Lake State Park Campground

    Hilly, beautiful and secluded

    My family stayed here because we were visiting the Ark Encounter.  I’m not sure if there are closer campgrounds, but we chose to primitive camp here for our visit.  We arrived with just enough time to set up up our tent and head back towards Alexandria for dinner and supplies at Walmart.  There is not much variety and choices very close.  The RV and tent area is very hilly.  Our tent ground sloped but it didn’t bother us very much.  The campsites are very close to each other but there was only two other tent campers and they were both over 4 sites over from us. The tent area has portable toilets.  I chose to drive to the shower house when I needed to use the restroom.  The shower house is typical of most campgrounds, a few cobwebs but generally clean with shower and toilet stalls.  There are two shower houses for the entire campground.  The lake is very pretty, a few camp grounds are right off the shore.  The only thing I didn’t like was that there was no water spigot in the main tent camp area.

  • Matt S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 13, 2021

    Hartig Park & Wildlife Reserve - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    Hidden Getaway

    This is an awesome quiet campground tucked away in northern KY along the Ohio River. There are 10-12 dispersed campsites with fire rings and picnic tables. No electric, no water, porti potti at park entrance. Would need to drive if camping at the top of the hill or bring a camp toilet. Great views and semi secluded.

  • T
    Nov. 9, 2023

    Hartig Park & Wildlife Reserve - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    Great Secluded Spot

    Stayed here two nights. The first night at campsite #10, which didn't really have level ground, so we moved to #8 for night two. Each spot has a picnic table and fire ring. The main road was nice to drive on, but the others were pretty rough. Had spots for hammocks, and the portopotty was well maintained. The spots were all pretty secluded. Great remote location!

  • Frank H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 7, 2021

    Sandy Springs Campground

    Nice campground

    This was the last campground before returning home from a month long camping road trip across the country and back. Picturesque camp directly on the Ohio River. Very level. Small campground with about 40 sites. Basically all sites are for RVs and equipped with electrical and water and most with sewer. We were tent camping and set up and a very soft & thick grassy space on one of the empty sites. The owners plan to install dedicated tent sites along the edge of the woods. There is a camp store with most needed items. Ice and firewood sold. Very spacious and individual toilet and shower & sink rooms. Good showers with plenty of hot water. Playground for children. Volleyball for anyone. Dumpster for trash. Great people. Easy to make reservations.

  • J
    Sep. 19, 2021

    Kincaid Lake State Park Campground

    VERY much recommend

    My husband and I stayed for 2 weeks in a very large tent back in primitive camping area ... The campground we found to be very well maintained with a very kind and attentive staff who checked on us regularly. The sites were large enough for our liking with each having a picnic table and firepit but no water or electric. Primitive tent camping is back in its own little part of the park near the lake (there are a few lakeside sites if you have a small kayak or raft to use while there) and while we liked the privacy the one set back is this big hill you must climb to get to the bathhouse or anywhere else on the property .. the distance to walk to the bathhouse as well is a good little walk and not anything you want to be doing if you have health issues or limited physically at all .. the bathhouse was always being checked on by staff for cleanliness and stayed pretty fresh our entire stay (they have 2 bathhouses) .. you can't gather or bring your own firewood for whatever reason and the 6$ cost per bundle (as well as the 7$ per bag of ice if u should need it) isn't cheap. Most rv sites are in shade ...nice playground for the kids and just outside the campground is the rest of kincaid lake state park .. the state park area has a beautiful view of lake with Olympic sized pool as well as general store and many different shelter houses and grills to enjoy if you'd like.. they have a nice recreational area offering a big nice basketball court , playground, volleyball court and putt putt golf course .. NICE QUIET PEACEFUL PLACE TO GET AWAY TO FOR SURE. WE WILL DEF BE BACK

  • Steve Z.
    Aug. 5, 2021

    Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park

    Great place for passers through or staycationers.

    We have stayed in four sites her during the past couple of month. There are two walk-in sites (10 & 51). Both were pleasant, nearly level, close to amenities, but were under no shade. [Site 10 is presently inhabited by a large family with a sign that says “Camp Host out front. I have not seen them do anything for campers here, and the site is kept in disgraceful cluttered condition.] we next stayed on Lot 13, which backs up to the primitive campground. Quite nice, but beware: this site as well as about half of the other sites at this campground require the use of electrical and water extensions because the connections are on the “wrong” side of the RV, and quite a distance away. For Lot 13, I needed over 50’ of extensions. We then stayed on walk-in lot 51. I was able to “self permit” at the gate…it’s first come first served, no online reservations. Nice, but no shade. Finally, we’re on Lot 47. Eureka! This is my favorite so far. It’s one of the “premium sites” with wooden deck and nicer picnic table for only $2 additional per night. View is phenomenal, and it’s close enough to dumpsters and gatehouse. Notice that I didn’t mention anything about sewer hookups. That’s because there are none. There is a single, very popular dump station near the entrance/exit.
    There are several miles of decent trails here, a swimming pool, putt putt golf, a pioneer museum, and a lodge with a good restaurant. The campground is easily accessible and is very kid and pet friendly. Nice sites for tent camping. Facilities are a bit dated, but clean and well maintained. All RV sites are back-in, and some are limited length. (Though some campers have rather cleverly managed to pull through a couple of the sites.) Some are quite unlevel.
    Overall good family campground on rich historical site.

  • Anne H.
    May. 22, 2018

    Winton Woods Campground

    Love this campground for a weekend rendezvous!

    Winton Woods campground has spacious paved RV spaces with full hook-ups, fire ring, and picnic table. They also have cabin and tent camping. The location is located on the lake with access to put in a kayak or canoe. The bathrooms are clean, with private combined shower/dressing stalls. There is a playground for children, and a camp store that sells firewood and supplies. I love the tall pines on the property. They made me feel like I was out west. The campground is also near paved and unpaved trails in the park that surround more of the lake which allows for walking/running/hiking and bicycling, fishing, small craft boating, with small craft boat rentals available at the marina. The park also allows for horseback riding, and a small water park for children in the summer.

  • D
    Oct. 9, 2023

    Hartig Park & Wildlife Reserve - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    Perfect offgrid campsite

    It's quiet, and each of the 10 campsites are easy to find.  There is no hookup, but each site has a picnic table and fire ring.    Most smaller rigs won't have a problem, and we saw several cars on the narrow and rough gravel road.    We look forward to exploring the miles of trails on this park.

  • D
    Jun. 11, 2022

    Paint Creek State Park Campground

    Premium sites are

    We paid extra to have a "Premium" site, which meant we got a deck. That deck held our picnic table,  but there was no room to put our camping chairs. And though we were close to the lake, you could not see it through the trees. We could barely get out of our trailer and into the driveway without falling into a ravine. The fire pit had to be put on the back side of our trailer next to the road as that was the only spot it could fit. We were told to check out other sites in case we want to come back. Ha. The staff knew no one who had ever been here would ever take this site! But... we won't need to check out other sites as we'll never come back.


Guide to Felicity

Tent camping options near Felicity, Ohio are located within a 40-mile radius of this small community in Clermont County. The region features rolling hills and woodland areas typical of the Ohio River Valley, with elevations ranging from 500 to 900 feet. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F with high humidity, while spring and fall bring milder conditions and occasional rain showers that can affect tent site conditions.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: At Eagle Creek Marina tent campers can access the Ohio River for fishing adventures while using nearby camping as a base.

Hiking trails: The region offers limited hiking options, with most trails concentrated at state parks rather than at the tent camping locations themselves. The terrain generally consists of moderate inclines through deciduous forest.

Water activities: Many local camping areas are situated near fishing lakes or the Ohio River. While Bullock Pen Lake Ramp doesn't offer camping, Carl J. notes, "This is just a boat ramp for a local fishing lake sitting near the local water departments pump station. There is no camping here at all."

What campers like

Seclusion factor: The single tent site at Mimsey's Mayhem offers both drive-in and walk-in access options, providing privacy not found at larger campgrounds in the region.

Natural setting: Several tent camping locations maintain unmodified terrain with minimal development. Tree Line Retreat provides a rustic experience with drinking water available but no developed bathroom facilities.

Pet-friendly options: Multiple tent camping sites in the vicinity of Felicity permit pets, though specific restrictions vary by location. GrayWolf PayLake allows pets and provides basic amenities including drinking water, toilets and picnic tables for tent campers.

What you should know

Limited facilities: Many tent camping locations near Felicity have minimal amenities. Campers should prepare accordingly with portable toilet options and sufficient water supplies.

Reservation requirements: Most tent sites in the region require advance booking, especially during peak seasons from late spring through early fall.

Verify before traveling: Several locations listed as campgrounds are actually just water access points. Noreen warns about Boltz Lake Ramp, "There's only a boat ramp here! No camping at all.. definitely good for a 'put in' but that absolutely it."

Seasonal closures: Some tent camping facilities operate seasonally. Boltz Lake Ramp - DFWR is open "early may-late sep" according to state regulations, though Lynn G. clarifies: "This is just a boat ramp. There is camping nearby at the RV Camper Village and more places a little further away."

Tips for camping with families

Safety considerations: Due to limited facilities at tent camping sites near Felicity, families should bring first aid supplies and emergency contact information as cell service can be unreliable.

Alternative options: Families seeking more amenities might consider established campgrounds farther from Felicity. Big Bone Lick State Park receives positive mentions as Lynn G. states, "Big Bone Lick State Park is my favorite in this area!"

Check operating status: Before planning a family camping trip, confirm that your intended destination is operational. Regarding Paramount's Kings Is Camp Grnd, Sonya M. advises, "The park is closed and should no longer be listed on the app."

Tips from RVers

Limited RV accessibility: Tent camping is the predominant option near Felicity, with few dedicated RV amenities. Most sites lack hookups, pull-through sites, and dump stations.

Alternative locations: RV campers typically need to travel farther from Felicity to find suitable accommodations with necessary hookups and facilities.

Plan for boondocking: RVers visiting tent camping areas near Felicity should prepare for dry camping without services and bring adequate water and power supplies for their stay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Felicity, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Felicity, OH is Eagle Creek Marina with a 0-star rating from 0 reviews.

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

TheDyrt.com has all 7 tent camping locations near Felicity, OH, with real photos and reviews from campers.