Camping near Findlay, OH

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    Campgrounds near Findlay, Ohio range from state parks to island getaways within driving distance, with options for both tent and RV campers. Maumee Bay State Park Campground near Toledo has electric hookups at most sites and good bathroom facilities that stay clean even during busy weekends. Kelleys Island State Park Campground sits on Lake Erie and draws many campers who come for fishing and the cooler lake breezes. Delaware State Park Campground gives families some room to spread out with sites that aren't right on top of each other, plus hiking trails and a lake where you can put in a boat. Mt. Gilead State Park Campground works well for hot summer days since many sites sit under tree cover. The best camping weather hits in spring and fall when temperatures drop and the trees change colors. Summer gets hot in this part of Ohio, so bring extra water and sunscreen. Local wildlife might check out your campsite if food is left out, so keep everything stored away. Both tent and RV campers have good choices within an hour or two of Findlay.

    Best Campgrounds near Findlay (91)

      1. Van Buren State Park Campground

      4.0(12)7mi from Findlay59 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "It has tons of trails and a pond. There are a few places to car camp or RV camp nearby. I love getting out of town and visiting Van Buren State Park, and I have lots of good memories."

      "Since Van Buren State park is an easy 20 minutes away from home for me, i visit there often. it is clean and quiet, they dont get too busy and loud."

      from $35 / night

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      2. Adventure Bound Pleasant View

      3.5(6)7mi from FindlayRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "The campground offers a pond for fishing , swimming pool , bounce pad , inflatable lake fun, dog park and mini golf."

      "So there are no hiking trail and there is also a lot of golf cart traffic. They do offer a swimming pool , pond with inflatable slides , dog park , bound pad and miniature golf."

      from $76 / night

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      3. Riverbend Recreation Area Campground

      4.3(3)4mi from FindlayRVs, Tents, Glamping

      4. Arrowhead Lake RV Park & Campground

      4.5(4)13mi from FindlayRVs

      from $225 - $250 / night

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      5. Heritage Springs Campground

      4.5(2)10mi from FindlayRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "This was a good overnight stop on a cold windy night through Ohio. Front desk people were extremely friendly and helpful. Bathrooms were very clean and hot shower."

      6. Adventure Bound Camping & Cabins

      3.0(2)7mi from FindlayRVs, Glamping

      from $33 - $35 / night

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      7. Shadylake Campground

      2.5(2)5mi from FindlayRVs, Tents

      from $500 - $1600 / night

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      8. Twin Lakes Park

      3.0(4)13mi from FindlayRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Playground is great, lots to do, and the fishing and swimming lakes are nice. Caught some decent bass and kids enjoyed all the bluegill fishing. Bath house was very clean."

      9. Bluffton / Findlay SW KOA

      4.0(1)13mi from FindlayRVs, Tents

      10. Tee Pee Family Campground

      3.0(2)18mi from FindlayRVs, Tents

      "Our fire pit is less than 3 feet away from the next camper. Playgrounds for the kids are very weak. Just a few swing sets but that’s about it. 2 bathhouses for the entire campground."

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    Recent Reviews near Findlay, OH

    309 Reviews of 91 Findlay Campgrounds

    • HThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 20, 2026

      Blue Water Campground

      Easy Overnight Spot

      Traveling on I40 in mid-October, I planned to stop at Joe Skeen.  In the past I have stayed at Quaking Aspen (Ft. Wingate), but it is often deserted in the off season.  Unfortunately, Joe Skeen was full, but TheDyrt showed me my options and I ended up backtracking a little way to get to Bluewater State Park.  

      Beware of the drive in. The turns are well marked, but there is a cliff on the other side.  First Come First Served registration was easy in the off season.  I did not use the facilities.

    • JThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 19, 2026

      Maumee Bay State Park Campground

      Great State Park Campground

      I spent one night passing through the area after visiting Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The hedges separating the campsites provides some privacy and it was a quiet location.

      The park’s beach on Lake Erie is nearby. While hidden by the landscaping, the bathhouse was conveniently located and the path well lit without detracting from the camping experience at the campsite.

    • Sue B.The Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 16, 2026

      Deshler Crossroads Park

      Camping right near the Tracks

      Deshler, OH offers a campground in Crossroads Park, famous for 4 sets of train tracks and the ability to see trains from all over. This campground is best suited for train enthusiasts, because you are with 10-20 feet of the tracks. There is a grassy field for tent8ng and parking spots near the pavilion for RV's. It is not big right friendly. Max trailer size should be about 20'. There is a porta potty on-site as well as electrical outlets and a covered pavilion with picnic tables. Gas and convenience stores nearby. Suggested donation is $20/night.

    • BThe Dyrt Pro User
      Sep. 13, 2026

      Twin Acres Campground

      Great place for our quick overnight

      We were greeted by a very friendly staff and had very little trouble finding our spot. Park has several mobile homes and long-term campers, but that did not detract from our experience. Our pull through was nice and level. Would stop in again if we're ever back this way.

    • C
      Sep. 10, 2026

      Adventure Bound Pleasant View

      Decent/not as advertised

      Our stay was in an RV Sept 2026.  I had specifically requested and paid extra for a spot on the fishing pond to fish.  Not only was there a lot of long-term campers at this resort, but the fishing pond was covered in duck weed over 3/4 of the water where my site was at, and on the day we left it was 100% covered with duck week.  The duck week invasion was not mentioned to me when I called and made the reservation to be on the water.  In fairness, I will say I caught some fish at the clear end of the pond before it was 100% covered.   

      The park itself was clean, quiet and decent.  The staff were very nice. The Aqua fun zones water is not clear blue as advertised, it is murky, the 9 hole mini golf is outdated and should be called mini-mini golf as it is very small.   The swimming pool and playground were as advertised.  I cannot answer to the other amenities as I did not see or utilize them.   

      In conclusion, this campground could benefit greatly from some updating especially of the amenities as they are not what the pictures portray.

    • SThe Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 28, 2026

      Ottawa Metro Park Campground

      Cleanest shower house we’ve seen

      Price is now $35/ night $30 seniors. Beautiful paved trails. Lots of flowers and trees. Stayed in site #8 morning shade with afternoon shade in back. Highly recommend.

    • Brittnee C.
      Aug. 5, 2026

      Gotta Getaway RV Park

      NOT A FAMILY CAMPGROUND

      Not a safe environment for children. The little man at the desk is ok with it too, he claims he kicked us all out but my video I took when confronting him on the situation differs. He also keeps deleting reviews and replying back with blatant lies. If you read through the negative reviews you can see he can’t admit when he’s wrong, it’s always everyone else who’s wrong. I don’t want money back from this joke of a campground and I don’t care what the owner has to say. What I want is to save everyone else from wasting a perfectly good camping trip on a trashy place. It was so bad we DECIDED on our own to leave and camp elsewhere. Aside from the sketchy seasonal campers, the amenities also are trash. The pond is all muck, sites are water and electric only with dirt pads. I have never seen such a hillbilly set up. The pool is ok. Dump station was probably my favorite amenity, dumping our tanks to leave that place! But even that is set up at the entrance so when dumping you can block the incoming campers. I will never be back to this place, let me verify with the video I took, WE WERE NOT KICKED OUT. We left on our own because our CHILDREN DID NOT FEEL SAFE!

    Guide to Findlay

    Camping options near Findlay, Ohio include both developed campgrounds and recreation areas within a short drive. Van Buren State Park sits at 772 feet elevation, while local temperatures typically range from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Most campgrounds in the area maintain 30-50 sites with varying amenities and access to fishing ponds or small lakes.

    What to do

    Fishing at Riverbend Recreation Area Campground: Located within Findlay city limits, this recreation area offers multiple fishing spots. "It's not going to win any excitement prizes but if good time away with peace quit and wonderful natural views then this spot will work perfectly," notes camper Matt Y.

    Cross-country skiing at Van Buren State Park Campground: Winter activities provide alternative camping seasons. "I came cross country skiing here in early January and it was absolutely amazing. It is cold but the terrain is simple for first time skiers," shares Kevin T.

    Horseback riding trails: Some campgrounds cater specifically to equestrians. "The horse camp is nice with some new pens to keep your horse instead of them having to be tied up," explains Angie B. about Van Buren State Park, which maintains separate camping areas for horse owners.

    What campers like

    Clean facilities at Adventure Bound Pleasant View: Many campers appreciate the well-maintained facilities. "The sites are large for the weekend campers. The seasonal ones all have back in and the weekends are pull through which is kinda nice," reports Bryatt S.

    Playground access: Family-oriented campgrounds offer recreation options. "Kids loved having the playground so close to the camper," mentions Scott F. about Van Buren State Park Campground.

    Water recreation options: Several campgrounds feature swimming areas. "They have two ponds, one for fishing and one for swimming. The swimming one has a dock kids jump off but it only goes to about 3.5-4 feet deep at the deepest point," explains a visitor to Arrowhead Lake RV Park & Campground.

    What you should know

    Limited shower facilities: Some campgrounds lack certain amenities. "No showers, but clean and sturdy pit toilets with centralized well water," notes Joseph N. about Van Buren State Park.

    Seasonal restrictions: Check operating dates before planning trips. "This campground has everything you could want. Kids areas, swimming pond and pool, dog park area and pleasant employees," shares Annette A. about Walnut Grove Campground, which operates May 1 to October 31.

    Seasonal camper concentration: Many campgrounds cater to long-term guests. "This park has lots of seasonal sites and it's set up nice for large group camping. If we were camping there just for the weekend there is not much to do in the way of hiking or exploring," explains Andrea F. about Adventure Bound Pleasant View.

    Tips for camping with families

    Activity planning for kids: Look for campgrounds with dedicated recreation areas. "It had a nice playground for kids and plenty of trails to hike or go horseback riding. They also had a dog park and small wildflower garden," shares Shannon G. about Van Buren State Park.

    Swimming options: Water features keep children entertained. "Campground was really nice. Small and quiet but fun! Staff and seasonal campers were super friendly and helpful! Playground is great, lots to do, and the fishing and swimming lakes are nice," writes Lauren R. about Twin Lakes Park.

    Halloween events: Some campgrounds offer seasonal programming. "My family enjoyed spending a weekend at Walnut Grove. Staff was very kind and informed. I will be coming back next season!" says a visitor about the Halloween activities at Walnut Grove Campground.

    Tips from RVers

    Dumping station locations: Not all parks have convenient facilities. "Only criticism is you have to drive to another area of the park for an RV dump," notes Nicole G. about Van Buren State Park Campground.

    Level sites at Heritage Springs Campground: Site quality matters for RV setup. "Wide roads, good guidance, quite at night, nice laundry, easy to get to. Good water and 30 Amp connection," reports Kim and Steve C.

    Electric hookup reliability: Check power availability before booking. "Campground is small but well maintained. Hiking is great. Probably better for people with horses. Electric did not work at all sites," warns Alysha W. about hookups at Van Buren State Park.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Where are the campgrounds near Findlay, Ohio?

    Findlay has several nearby camping options. Riverbend Recreation Area Campground is closest to Findlay, offering drive-in sites with water and toilets. Just a short drive away is Van Buren State Park Campground, which is easily accessible from I-75 and features numerous trails and a pond. Other options within driving distance include Shadylake Campground near Findlay and Twin Lakes Park near Bluffton. For those willing to venture a bit further, there are additional campgrounds in surrounding counties, including options near Ottawa and Bluffton.

    What lakes or water recreation options are available near Findlay camping areas?

    The Findlay area offers several water recreation opportunities for campers. Ottawa Metro Park Campground features a large swimming area and fishing spots, making it ideal for water activities. Independence Dam State Park Campground stretches along the Maumee River, providing excellent kayaking opportunities, though note that launching directly from campsites requires a walk down to the river. The park's narrow, long layout along the riverbank offers scenic water views and access. Additionally, there are several small lakes and reservoirs in the region that support fishing, swimming, and non-motorized boating, enhancing the camping experience in the Findlay area.

    Are there RV parks or trailer parks available in Findlay, Ohio?

    Wooded Acres Campground is an RV-friendly option near Findlay, tucked away in a wooded setting away from highway noise. It offers plenty of amenities and activities, plus a paved bike trail alongside the campground. For those seeking full hookups, Maumee Bay State Park Campground is worth the drive, offering 256 electric sites with 20-30-50 amp service, and sites 1-11 and 21-29 providing full hookups (water, sewer, electric). The park is well-maintained and accommodates large RVs. Other RV-friendly options in the broader area include Bluffton/Findlay SW KOA and Sauder Village Campground, both offering full hookup sites for travelers with trailers or motorhomes.