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Lazy River at Granville allows dogs at all campsites with spacious areas for tent camping, RV sites, and pet-friendly cabin options. Pets must remain leashed while on the property, with designated pet waste stations throughout the grounds. The campground maintains a family-friendly atmosphere where pets are welcome to join in many activities. All sites are well-maintained with good spacing between campers. The park fills up quickly during peak season, particularly on weekends, so advance reservations are strongly recommended for anyone camping with dogs.
Tree Haven Campground provides a peaceful environment for campers with pets, featuring a walking trail that's perfect for exercising dogs. The campground maintains clean facilities with strict pet policies to ensure all guests have an enjoyable experience. Pets must be kept on leashes no longer than 6 feet at all times and owners are required to clean up after their animals. The nearby Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA offers additional pet-friendly accommodations with full-hookup RV sites and cabins that accept dogs. Some visitors have noted issues with barking dogs during quiet hours at certain campgrounds, so prospective campers should be prepared to manage their pets' behavior throughout their stay, particularly at night when sound carries easily between sites.
"Then outside is the picnic table. Due to health code rules you have to cook and do food outside of the cabin. "
"Not as close to the lake as we first thought but close enough. Will probably be back."
"Always something for family and dog to do."
"There was a huge thunderstorm one of the nights, where we initially retreated to our vans; but then decided to drive up to the store and got ice cream which made the kids super excited about the rain ("
"This was the only park we’ve gone to this uear with both a large dog park AND a fenced in dog beach! Folks were friendly at the dog park with bunches of chairs set around like a conversation pit."
"Alum Creek State Park is a beautiful park and great campground just outside the hustle and bustle of downtown Columbus and minutes away from attractions such as the Columbus Zoo."
from $23 - $70 / night
Check Availability"I camped at this state park in the very scenic rolling hills of central Ohio on a hot and sunny weekend and was happy to find plenty of shade."
"I have been extremely disappointed with Ohio State Park campgrounds."
from $24 - $160 / night
Check Availability"This walk in camp ground was located just minutes from Old Man’s Cave. It’s a family friendly and pet friendly camp ground. Our stay was quiet and relaxing."
"There are trails all over the park. Can be a bit busy during the warmer months. The park is pet friendly and has a nice nature center before you hike down to Old Man’s Cave."
from $20 - $70 / night
Check Availability"Great walking trail back through the woods. Pet friendly and the bathrooms were very nice. Well....I guess we did! We are now in a search for a Diesel pusher to go full-time!"
"Conveniently located to Columbus. Lots of seasonal campers. Only gray water hook up available."
"Rustic is down a gravel road, well off the beaten path, and a little more remote than the boondocks. Frank, the owner, and his team are great."
"A little further back in the campground to be close to the shower house that was open. Then found out that comfort station next to us was open - nice!"
"It’s not the most secluded spots but if you are looking for something tucked away there a few sites. The ability to tube down the river and walk back to your camp site was so much fun."
from $27 - $220 / night
Check Availability"Lots of hiking trails, stocked fishing pond for kids, disc golf, dog park and the lake itself.
Site 187 this trip.""It’s close to home, but more importantly it has great trails and wooded sites. Winter camping has several sections of the park closed, only 1 shower house open and no camp hosts or camp store."
from $39 - $40 / night
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TravelerOnly weekend stays and it ends in wintertime. I’m sure it’s pretty and all, but it’s hard to find legit, free dispersed camping in Ohio! Oh well, rest stops always work for car camping.
GuideThis was the only park we’ve gone to this uear with both a large dog park AND a fenced in dog beach! Folks were friendly at the dog park with bunches of chairs set around like a conversation pit. Lots of water and dog tennis balls were available.
The dog beach was fenced so your dog can be off leash. There is even a fenced in area out in the water to keep the pooches from swimming across the Lake chasing geese.
The campground itself was quite nice and spacious. Some of the most private camping sites I’ve seen in Ohio. Shower facilities we a bit above average mad seemed to be looked after at least once a day (we were there in the off season).
IMHO, one of the nicest campgrounds in the state.
ScoutWe stayed two nights here on our tour of Ohio. After staying in state parks, the narrow sites are close with no privacy. Our pull through site was on the (inner) road, so lots of golf carts, cars and campers passing by. All pull through sites are on the road side. The site is not level and our leveling system has the front wheels off the ground. Many full time units here beautiful patios and decor. Staff is nice and friendly. Trash pickup isn’t offered and the walk to dumpster would be excessive for unfit or handicapped. We would stay again. Amenities are clean, as described and dog Park is immaculate but small.
GuideAlum Creek State Park is a beautiful park and great campground just outside the hustle and bustle of downtown Columbus and minutes away from attractions such as the Columbus Zoo.
The campground has good sized sites and is wooded throughout with clean bath houses, well maintained roads, and easy access for big rigs.
There is also a very nice dog park in the park including dog beaches with lake access for your pups to swim.
We love this campground and the beautiful lake and appreciate the easy access to local attractions, shopping, and more.
LegendLots of room! Privacy, some sites have accommodations for several tents as well as full hook up for campers. Some are adjacent to the playground There are tons of things to do: Miniature golf Disc golf BMX trails Small dog park Golf course Horse camp
TravelerAlum Creek is just beautiful, nice sites, most of them are at least partially shaded, lots of woods, hiking trails, the lake, it is what I think of when I think of State Park campground camping in Ohio. There are a couple problems. 1. Only ONE little dump station. This is a big campground, so if you're leaving Sunday, you better get up at the crack of dawn to get to the station, otherwise be prepared to wait in a long long line of RV's. We by-passed the long line and stopped at a different State Park campground on the way home and paid 10.00 to use their dump station. 2. They never answer their phone at the campground office. I mean NEVER. If you have a question you will just have to deal with the reserveamerica people who really know nothing other than what they read on the campground website. So basically you know as much as they do. It's maddening. We will go back, but it's a 2 hour drive so it won't be anytime soon.
Scoutgreat state park campground. There are some full hook ups but mostly just electric. They have pancake breakfast on Saturday mornings through summer and doughnuts on Sunday. Helpful camphost. There is a campground beach and boat launch. Lost of hiking paths in the campground and in the park area. A great dog park with lake entrance for the pups. tmThere is also some mountain bike trails. Plenty to do for everyone.
ScoutVery clean, well maintained. A lot of nearby activity, private and open sites, lake, beach, trails, marina, bikes, putt putt, dog park, playground, laundry, water close, electric at sites, many "comfort stations" "wash houses" so not far from one.
ScoutIn addition to having a pretty lake, lovely campsites that are spread apart nicely, clean facilities, lots of shade, boat ramps, etc.. this park is unique for it's Dog Park facility.
2 large fenced in field areas. One for small dogs, and one for large. There is enough room for several games of dog frisbee to happen at once. Then, there are 2 large fenced in areas for lake access. Balls, dog doo bags, trash bins.. all there. Lots of shade, water fountains, and plenty of running room. I can't rave about this park enough!
The only downside is there is poison ivy lacing the trail from the campsite down to the water, and the Dog Park portion is about 2 miles from the campsites.
Alum Creek State Park
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Pet friendly camping near Granville, Ohio offers several options within a 30-mile radius. The area sits in central Ohio's rolling hills at elevations between 800-1,100 feet with humid continental climate patterns. Summer camping temperatures typically range from 60-85°F with occasional thunderstorms, while spring and fall bring mild days and cooler nights.
Fishing opportunities: The pond at Rustic Knolls Campground offers easy access for anglers of all skill levels. "Very good... pond to swim. Lot of things you can do with reasonable price. For one tent one night I've paid 15$. Well deserved," according to camper Ender U.
Hiking trails: Several campgrounds feature walking paths through wooded areas. At Mohican State Park Campground, visitors can access varied terrain on marked paths. "There is a nice several mile through trail that goes from the dam area following the river to the primitive camping area and then to the camper/rv camping area. Beautiful area to see in the winter & not as busy," notes Renée C.
Swimming options: Many campgrounds provide swimming facilities for hot summer days. At Cross Creek Camping Resort, campers enjoy a well-maintained pool. "The pool is really nice. They also have a playground for the kids. They also have themed-event weekends, which are really fun," says Catherine.
Spacious sites: A.W. Marion State Park Campground offers room to spread out at many sites. "Site #9 is probably the biggest in the primitive section. It is right next to the entrance road (and dumping station), which is a bummer, but the size of the site made it totally worth it," reports Cassandra C.
Family activities: Many campgrounds schedule regular events for children. "The kids loved the swimming pools and splash pads, the awesome playground and lots of playing in the creek. There was a huge thunderstorm one of the nights, where we initially retreated to our vans; but then decided to drive up to the store and got ice cream which made the kids super excited," shares Amanda D. about her experience at Lazy River at Granville.
Quiet atmosphere: Some campgrounds offer more secluded options for those seeking peace. "If you are looking for a quiet little place to relax, this is it. Rustic is down a gravel road, well off the beaten path, and a little more remote than the boondocks," explains Brandon P. about Rustic Knolls.
Weather preparedness: Ohio weather can change quickly, particularly during spring and fall. "It was a little chilly this weekend for Memorial Day weekend, so we did not use the pool, but the kids stayed entertained with all of the themed events that took place," notes Scott W. from his stay at Lazy River at Granville.
Reservation timing: Many campgrounds fill quickly, especially during peak season. "The park fills up fast. Go early," advises michael J. about Lazy River at Granville.
Bathroom facilities: Bathroom quality varies significantly between campgrounds. At Alum Creek State Park Campground, one camper noted, "The bathrooms and showers were some of the least clean we have ever seen. The check in building had a fire and we never saw any employees."
Activity planning: Look for campgrounds with structured kids' programs. "We went with a group of 12 couples and 23 kids. There was something for everyone. At the top of our list of favorites!" shares Ann L. about Lazy River at Granville.
Space requirements: Consider your site size needs when traveling with children. "My family and I had a great time at this park. Lots for the kids to do with the pool, playground, gaga ball court, activities, etc... The new section (sites numbers in the 200s) have hook ups at the front of the sites so you may have to buy longer hoses," advises Ryan H.
Campsite selection: Choose locations away from busy common areas if you prefer quiet. "I probably wouldn't select site 20 again, as it is close to the pool and the basketball court, a lot of youth noise, but understand. But a lot of people just cut through our campsite throughout the weekend," cautions Scott W.
Hookup locations: At some campgrounds, utility placement can require additional equipment. "The sites are close, but not unreasonably close. Good mix of pull through and back in and is big rig friendly. Plenty to do for the kids," notes Dave B. about Cross Creek Camping Resort.
Site leveling: Prepare for uneven terrain at some locations. "Our pull through site was on the (inner) road, so lots of golf carts, cars and campers passing by. All pull through sites are on the road side. The site is not level and our leveling system has the front wheels off the ground," reports Brenda M.
Seasonal considerations: Water access may be limited during off-season camping. "Camping in the off season is our favorite time of year. This particular park has potable water on by the dump station and the dump station is open. The water at the full hook up sites are turned off," explains Andrea F. about Mohican State Park Campground.
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