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Best Campgrounds near Lake Milton, OH

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Lake Milton in northeastern Ohio features several mixed-use campgrounds with varied accommodation options. The KOA Lake Milton Berlin Lake campground provides tent and RV sites, cabins, and access to water recreation on their small lake with inflatable water features. Mill Creek Camping at Berlin Lake Wildlife Area offers more rustic camping with lakefront sites popular for fishing and boating. Both locations are within a short drive of each other, creating a cluster of camping opportunities in the Mahoning County region approximately 15 miles west of Youngstown.

Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, typically opening in April or May and closing in October. The KOA Lake Milton Berlin Lake is open from May through mid-October, while Mill Creek Camping follows a similar schedule. Travelers should check for availability in advance as waterfront and electric sites fill quickly, especially on holiday weekends. Weather can vary significantly throughout the camping season, with summer temperatures generally comfortable but occasional thunderstorms. As one camper noted, "Our site in Aspen was a beautiful private spot in the woods with access to the lake! We were able to dock our boat on shore and nobody bothered it."

Lakefront access represents a significant draw for campers visiting the area. Both Berlin Lake and Lake Milton provide opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating. Mill Creek Camping receives consistently positive reviews for its spacious sites and affordable pricing. A visitor commented, "Low cost for staying - $18 for a waterside, spacious site for up to 8 people, 2 tents at no additional costs." The KOA offers more amenities including a swimming lake with inflatables, playground equipment, and organized activities, making it popular for families despite slightly higher prices. Campers frequently mention the clean facilities at both locations, though weekend noise levels can increase, particularly at Mill Creek, where some visitors note loud music and activity past quiet hours during peak summer weekends.

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Best Camping Sites Near Lake Milton, Ohio (147)

    1. West Branch State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Ravenna, OH
    8 miles
    Website

    "Ranger Review: Morsel Spork at West Branch State Park

    **Campground Review: **

    This state park was very welcome after our first two unlucky Ohio state park experiences."

    "Here's what's great about this campground situated at an easy drive from major cities like Columbus and Cleveland...its scenic, a fully loaded campground with bathhouses, parks, hiking paths, swimming"

    2. Mill Creek Camping — Berlin Lake Wildlife Area

    22 Reviews
    Berlin Center, OH
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 547-8180

    $25 - $50 / night

    "Lots of playgrounds and you can access the lake for swimming and fishing from just about anywhere. The sites are well spaced and feel private, until you get closer to the lake."

    "The people next to us parked their boat right behind their site. We even seen a doe and 2 fawn right here at our site!"

    3. KOA Lake Milton Berlin Lake

    8 Reviews
    Lake Milton, OH
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 538-2194

    "Very nice lake and inflatables in swim area. Good fishing lake as well. Lake milton is a jump down the road for boating."

    "My 2 boys had so much fun at the lake and the playground and the bounce pad ect ect! The owners and all the staff were extremely friendly and helpful and always around interacting with the guests."

    4. Silver Springs Campground

    31 Reviews
    Stow, OH
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 689-5100

    $15 - $22 / night

    "Water close by and port a pottie style bathrooms close to the camp sites. There are flush toilets a walk away but we didn’t use them. Sites are big and grassy but not super level."

    "Silver Springs Campground is a small 27 site campground in Stow, Ohio, a convenient 17 minutes from Cuyahoga Valley National Park and a bargain at $18/night for a site with electrical hookups. "

    5. Nelson-Kennedy Ledges Quarry Park

    10 Reviews
    Garrettsville, OH
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 548-2716

    "If you're looking to stay off the grid, I stayed in M62, the woods directly behind me, no cell service."

    "Many of my friends from Ohio recommended checking out Nelson Ledges for apparent “cliff jumping” and a music festival."

    6. Country Acres Campground

    5 Reviews
    Garrettsville, OH
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 358-2774

    "You can see the grounds crew going around doing their thing. There are 2 pools, one being a full kiddie pool, a gaga court, a game room, gym, snack bar, playground and more."

    7. Ridge Ranch Family Campgrounds

    3 Reviews
    Garrettsville, OH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 898-8080

    $12 - $40 / night

    "It was away from the in RVs but close enough to the bathrooms."

    "Needed a place to park for the night driving across country. Please arrive before 7pm (office closes) to get a last minute spot if available always call ahead."

    8. Mosquito Lake State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    Cortland, OH
    23 miles
    Website

    "This park is one of my favorites in Ohio at this time. Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a fog park next to the lake."

    "The group next to us seemed a little rowdy when we first pulled in, but by 10:00 there was no noise anywhere near us. "

    9. Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA

    25 Reviews
    Streetsboro, OH
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 650-2552

    "It's also close to Akron & Cleveland.

     I was pleasantly surprised at how scenic it is. I expected an urban KOA. This one is in a rural area outside Streetsboro."

    "Clean facilities, 3 lakes (one with a fishing pier), 2 dog parks, and super friendly staff. 30 min to Cleveland. Walmart, gas stations and restaurants within 5 miles."

    10. Philabauns Hidden Cove Resort

    1 Review
    Deerfield, OH
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 584-3695
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  • Jeremy R.
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Canal Fulton Canoe Livery & Campground

    Great location, laking facilities

    The campground runs along 100 yards or so of the tuscarawas River. Sandwiches by a railroad, and walking path. They allow you to drive to your spot to pack/unpack, but have to park in the lot. While the campsites are scenic and what you expect... the washroom, especially the shower are pretty lacking. There's a nice covered picnic area with grills available with your own gas. And a small (toddler) kids area. All in all, a great cheap spot for a quick stay.

    We stayed mid September and there was live music walking distance every night, a cute ice cream shop a short walk over the bridge, and a nice playground on the other side of the river that was also an easy walk.

    I didnt partake in the canoes... but they do a river clean up monthly and really seem to enjoy what they do.

    All in all a great cheap spot for a quick stay.

  • Jeff and Linda L.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Perry Township Park

    Beautiful

    There are many sites taken by permanent campers for the summer. There are pickleball courts in park. Right on Lake Erie, nice hot showers.

  • Bettina A.
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Bear Run Campground

    Options.

    This is an amazing campground with reasonable prices, an array of camping options to suit different camping needs as well as budget range. I am unsure if I just happen to have gotten lucky and decided to go camping during a special weekend, but it’s Labor Day weekend and I am loving that there is a calendar of events for campers to participate in if they choose to. Activities include wagon rides to the lake, talent show, karaoke…etc, as well as church! This was an unexpected gem as we are from Florida and were blessed enough to stumble upon the right person in a parking lot when my husband asked if they knew of any places that we could possibly camp at nearby and that gentleman told us about Moraine Park. Upon making our way out to here, we found Bear Run and have loved our experience so far. Love it!

  • Don H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Shenango Campground

    Great camping

    Great place to camp. Beautiful lake and wonderful people.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA

    Quiet, peaceful, close to all the things

    We stopped here for a couple nights to go to a Cleveland Guardians game and go to Cuyahoga National Park. It was within great proximity to both and had all the amenities the kids and I love. Swimming (wish it were open a little later…) laundry 24/7, a game room, store with just what we needed to pick up a few things, a pond that seemed to always have someone fishing at it (that’s a good thing) and a big wide sites to spread out and have a nice campfire in. (Wood available 24/7 and trash pick up at the site in the AM). It’s always nerve wracking when the fire pits are close to the rigs - loved that these sits were wide. And while there are likely people here it feels nice and spread out.

  • Jerry L.
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Woodside Lake Park

    Old Park With Iron Laden Well Water Beware

       I stayed at this park for 2 months in 2023 and was planing on staying for 5 months in 2025. I left after 2 months due to iron& sulfur laden well water that is provided in at least half the park. I spent hundreds of dollars trying to filter and clean up the water to no avail. It damages everything and they won't put a treatment system in at the well pump like the 2nd well has so you can filter it to an acceptable level for drinking, cooking, washing etc.

       In 2023 I was in a section that was treated and my filters/softener did a acceptable job to make it work. I Used the laundry facilities also. This trip to see family in 2025 I was in a different section and by the second day it was unacceptable disgusting turbid rusty water with sulfur odor. I bought additional filters for Ferrous Iron Water treatment and remediation along with iron out chemical for cleaning fixtures and plumbing system on the camper. It barely worked well enough for a couple weeks between filter changes and rinsing the system for shower use. I Had to buy drinking water in town every few days for cooking, drinking and brushing teeth etc.

       New owners bought the park in 2023 and have increased monthly rent from$750 a month to$950 a month but don't seem to care enough about the health and comfort of their guest to do anything with the well water for a majority of the park. Let alone any of the other infrastructure or"amenities" to be generous in there reference This year even the laundry machines where too disgusting to use that we had to go into town for laundry also.

       The park needs major renovations to just bring it up to modern standards. The bath house is in decrepit condition moldy smelly and barely cleaned anytime I was over there. Site pads are rip rap 1" to 4" size rock with no fine rock coverings, or in some areas smoother rock and dirt but nowhere close to flat or level. Water drainage when its raining is deplorable and you very well might be in a mud pit at your doorway.

       It's sad there are no decent RV parks in the Cleveland area, just old campgrounds that have added hook-ups and market themselves as RV parks and now charge like they are RV Resorts. Reserve a space at your own risk and definitely verify where and what water source you are on. Bring plenty of filters and plan on sanitizing your system after staying there.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Silver Springs Campground

    Affordable

    The lots are nice and large. The main problem was very hard to level and soft grass they don’t have a well compacted area for your tt/rv. Would be nice to have bathroom built on the campground. Have to walk to the baseball field to use the bathrooms. Overall had a good time with my family.

  • S
    Jul. 24, 2025

    Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground

    Great community

    When I first got here the 2 owners went above and beyond in so many ways. Unfortunately they didn’t have a 50 amp site available so the owner gave me 30 amp converter at no cost and also helped me hook up my gray water and black water connections. They keep the area pristine and welcome everyone as if they are family.

Guide to Lake Milton

Camping near Lake Milton, Ohio, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several campgrounds that cater to different needs and preferences.

What to do

  • Fishing and Boating: Many campers enjoy the lake for fishing and boating. One visitor at Mosquito Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "The lake was great for kayaking and paddleboarding," highlighting the water activities available.
  • Hiking: If you love nature walks, check out the trails nearby. A reviewer from Punderson State Park Campground noted, "There were lots of trails and nature center on site," making it a great spot for hiking enthusiasts.
  • Playgrounds and Beaches: Families can enjoy the small campers' beach at West Branch State Park Campground. One family shared, "We love the small campers beach near site 160," which is perfect for kids to splash around.

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Punderson State Park Campground said, "Showers are hot, bathrooms are clean," which is a big plus for many.
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many campers enjoy the peaceful environment. A reviewer at West Branch State Park Campground mentioned, "The campground was quiet as much as can be expected," making it a great escape from city noise.
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Campgrounds like Silver Springs Campground offer fun for kids. One parent noted, "The kids enjoyed the playground," which is a hit for families.

What you should know

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Silver Springs Campground, have basic facilities. A visitor mentioned, "There are portable bathrooms located throughout the campground," so be prepared for that.
  • Mosquitoes: Be ready for bugs, especially near the water. A camper at Punderson State Park Campground warned, "There were lots of mosquitoes so be prepared to bring bug spray!"
  • Crowded Weekends: If you plan to visit on weekends, expect larger crowds. A reviewer at Mill Creek Camping said, "Gets loud and crowded on the weekend as usual," so consider going during the week for a quieter experience.

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose the Right Campsite: Look for sites that are spacious and have easy access to amenities. A family at Punderson State Park Campground found, "Our site barely had space for our large tent to fit but it all worked out."
  • Plan for Activities: Make sure to bring games and outdoor toys. A visitor at Clay's Resort Jellystone Park mentioned, "The activities here are endless! Fishing, volleyball, basketball, kayaking," which keeps kids entertained.
  • Pack Snacks: Keep snacks handy for the kids. A camper at Mosquito Lake State Park Campground noted, "There seemed to be water fill stations scattered around the campground for convenience," so you can easily refill your water bottles.

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Nimisila Reservoir Metro Park Campground said, "The road is narrow," which can make backing in tricky.
  • Bring Extra Cords: If you're using electric sites, bring long power cords. A camper at Silver Springs Campground mentioned, "The outlets are at the top of a gentle slope," which can be inconvenient.
  • Plan for Dump Stations: Know where the nearest dump station is located. A visitor at Mosquito Lake State Park Campground appreciated that "the dump station has 2 lanes which was nice when checking out."

Camping near Lake Milton, Ohio, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a little planning, you can enjoy a great outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lake Milton State Park camping located in Ohio?

Lake Milton State Park camping is located in northeast Ohio, approximately midway between Youngstown and Warren. This area puts campers near both Lake Milton and Berlin Lake. For similar camping experiences in the region, Mosquito Lake State Park Campground is nearby and offers somewhat private sites with multiple trails. West Branch State Park Campground is another option in the vicinity. The Lake Milton area is conveniently situated near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border, making it accessible for visitors from both states.

What amenities are available at Lake Milton RV Resort?

KOA Lake Milton Berlin Lake offers a range of amenities for RV campers including flat grounds with numerous well-maintained sites. The resort features a swimming area with inflatable water features for family fun. Full hookup sites are available, making it convenient for RVers. The campground is situated near Lake Milton, providing easy access for boating enthusiasts. One drawback to note is highway noise that can be disruptive during evening hours. Facilities are clean and the grounds are well-maintained for an enjoyable camping experience.

What fishing opportunities are available when camping at Lake Milton?

Lake Milton offers excellent fishing opportunities for campers, with the area known for good catches. Nearby, Pymatuning State Park Campground on the Ohio/PA border provides outstanding fishing experiences with most sites offering views of the beautiful lake. The Pymatuning area is particularly famous for its carp fishing. Another fishing destination is Linesville Campground, which is located beside a very large lake and attracts many anglers. The region offers diverse fishing for species including bass, walleye, crappie, and catfish, making it a prime destination for camping anglers.

How do campgrounds near Lake Milton compare to the Berlin KOA?

The Berlin KOA (Lake Milton Berlin Lake KOA) features flat grounds and numerous sites with a swim area containing inflatable water features, though highway noise can be an issue. In comparison, Ridge Ranch Family Campgrounds near Newton Falls offers a quieter setting with fewer traffic noise concerns. The Great Outdoors Family Campground near the PA/Ohio border has friendly staff and full hookups but feels more like a trailer park with limited shade at some sites. While the Berlin KOA offers good amenities and lake access, other nearby campgrounds may provide more natural settings, different water features, or quieter environments depending on your camping preferences.

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