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Jefferson Lake State Park Campground maintains equestrian campsites with picnic tables and fire rings. The campground offers five electric sites for horse owners alongside dedicated equestrian sites, though camping areas are situated on moderately sloped terrain that requires careful site selection. Vault toilets are clean and well-maintained, but no showers are available on the property. Flat pads accommodate trailers and camping setups comfortably. Water sources are available but non-potable, requiring campers to bring drinking water for themselves and their horses. The campground features basic amenities with trash collection and primitive facilities suitable for self-sufficient campers and their horses.
Located 18 miles from trail access points, Jefferson Lake provides multi-use trails suitable for horseback riding throughout the park. The trail system connects riders to woodland paths and lake views with varied terrain appropriate for different skill levels. Horse owners should note that water access points for animals exist near the lake area, though seasonal blue-green algae warnings sometimes restrict water usage. Grey water disposal pits are available for campsite cleanup. Equestrians report relatively quiet camping experiences with minimal crowding, even on weekends. The self-registration system makes for easy check-in, with campers permitted to stay up to 14 days. Hidden Hollow Campground in nearby Fernwood State Forest provides another free horse camping alternative with similar primitive amenities and reasonable trail access for riders seeking additional options.
"We go at least once a year for the Ohio Bigfoot Conference which draws people from all over the country."
"**Salt Fork State Park of Ohio is for individual, couples or group camping. Salt Fork lake is natural spring fed water supply that fills this lake."
from $24 - $52 / night
Check Availability"Took the kids on the horse ride and they loved it. All staff were very friendly. Would def recommend anyone to go."
"The bathrooms are clean and include a laundry and sinks outside to wash your dishes. Campground hosts and staff are friendly and helpful. Sites are roomy and clean. Lots of variety."
"There is no WiFi and barely one bar of cell service; your best internet access is at the nice public library 7 miles away in Ravenna Sand beach is an easy walk from all camp sites and boat trailers can"
from $30 - $52 / night
Check Availability"Tucked away in southeastern Ohio is a gem of a park for camping, hiking and horse camping. Clean water, restrooms, playground, sand volleyball and basketball court."
"This smaller campground has a mix of equestrian sites and tent/RV sites. There are no showers, but the vault toilets were cleaned thoroughly ever morning."
from $23 - $33 / night
Check Availability"Very well kept, completely free 1st come campground just outside the very small town of Bloomingdale, OH. Pit toilets and no source of safe, clean water anymore."
"The campground is situated near shooting ranges so the gunfire lasts late into the evening and begins early in the morning disrupting the serenity a bit. The best part - it's free!"
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- 6 electric sites
- 44 non-electric sites
- Dump station
- No showers; no flush toilets
- Pets are permitted on all sites
Equestrian"
"I live near by to this state park and have spent much time exploring the entirety of it."
from $23 - $50 / night
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ScoutThere’s no electricity and no where in walking distance and the internet isn’t great, and at night u hear raccoons in the trash cans. If you come here bring a portable phone charger. There’s really nothing here, and the bathrooms are disgusting
GuideWe found site F26 at the far end of the loop. Short paved pad with electric very near a simple clean bathroom with flush toilets. Sites are treeless and fairly close together but the sites in our mini loop all backed up to the woods. Surprised to encounter mosquitoes in October. Overall the campground is huge with 5 separate loops that are spread far apart. The check in station is a significant distance from the first loop A and more than a mile from loop F so if you don’t have reservations, go to the website to find out which sites are available then drive around to make your selection -then call or go online to register. $45.50 for electric only site includes booking fee.
GuideWe were passing through on a weeknight in mid September. Many open sites. Sites are paved and many are sloped. Most are shaded. Our site #41 was fairly level with electricity. Close to huge bathhouse with flush toilets, showers and laundry. High above the lake with views through the trees. Appeared there were many long term campers but just as good for our short overnight stay. Online registration. $45 for electric only site.
TravelerThe site is full hook-up. 30/50 amp. This site is partial tree covered and at the end of the loop. Shower house very short walk across the road. Trash dumpster across the street. This is a short site 23 foot max for RV. Has a double pad with concrete Picknick table area. Best spot on C loop.
ScoutSimple site, gravel park pad, fire pit with swinging arm grill. Plenty of free firewood. Great place would stay again
GuideFirst time at this park I can see why it's always booked up. It seems like the sites are good sized but some are on slopes even the pads so make sure to bring stuff to level. Bathrooms were clean separate showers verizon works well here.
TravelerMore trails to add to the collection.
GuideWhen you pull into Beaver Creek Family Campground you pretty much have two choices: either you go left into multiple Pine tree sites or right into two cabins and more RV friendly open sites. A few of the RV sites have electric, but no water for their tanks. I suggest the pine sites for any tent or hammock campers. I stayed in one of the first set of 3 pine sites numbered 43, 44, and 45. There is some brush and cover between these sites, but each has a pull in parking pad. If 45 was occupied with a RV, 44 would not be as nice as it was. Backing into 44 and 45 would be tricky as well. To be fair any larger RV that came in better know how to get through tight quarters.
The back area of each of those 3 sites looked best to get even ground for a tent. My buddy hung his hammock between the tree to the left of the picnic bench and to a tree back and left in the picture of site 44. Site was fairly clean, but be sure to move the pine tree duff away from the fire pits to be safe.
Probably the nicest pit toilets I have experienced and while we didn't use, it the sun shower building would give anyone privacy if they had packed a portable shower. Lots of trails to choose from and the pioneer village in the state park gives you many options to spend the day. Had some luck fishing at the Canoe/Kayak area in the South East area of the park close to the Group Camp Sites.
GuideDated, but pretty clean bath\shower building with clothes washer and dryer ($2). Sites in C-loop are far enough apart to not feel too crammed together. Power pedestal has 20, 30 and 50 amp service. 30 amp worked fine. Lots of trails, allowing dogs on leash. True, other amenities are a drive of at least a couple miles to get to. ATT service was fine for streaming using ROKU and my phone as a hotspot. Paved, level pads, but not long enough for largest trailers. Check size if you have one. Sites at South end of loop get the most shade
Jefferson Lake State Park Campground includes equestrian sites with level pads suitable for both tent and RV camping. The campground's horse facilities consist of designated equestrian sites including two with electrical hookups. Trailer parking is available with sufficient space for rigs. Campsites feature fire rings with cooking grates and picnic tables. The park maintains 18 miles of multi-use trails accessible to horseback riders. Most camping sites are shaded, though some are situated on slopes that may be challenging for tent campers. Vault toilets are cleaned daily, but the campground does not offer shower facilities or potable water.
The bridle trails at Fernwood State Forest provide horse owners with riding opportunities near the free Hidden Hollow Campground. This self-register campground permits stays up to 14 days within a 30-day period and accommodates larger horse trailers with paved, mostly level parking sites. The campground features picnic tables and fire rings at most sites, with pit toilets available but no source of safe drinking water. Trails are accessible directly from the campground, though riders should be aware of occasional downed trees blocking portions of paths. The campground's proximity to a shooting range means riders and horses may experience gunfire sounds during daylight hours. Horse owners should bring their own water supplies for their animals as well as themselves.
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