Campsites near Glenmont, Ohio sit in the hilly terrain of Knox County at elevations ranging from 900-1100 feet. The Mohican River valley creates natural boundaries for many campgrounds, with water levels fluctuating seasonally between spring high water and summer low flow periods. Most camping areas experience a 20-degree temperature swing between daytime highs and nighttime lows even in summer months.
What to do
River activities: The ability to access the Mohican River directly from campsites provides popular recreation options. At Mohican Wilderness, campers enjoy "the 20 mile kayaking trip, such a nice little spot along the river & the best way to kick off summer!" according to one visitor. Some sites allow direct river access for fishing and launching personal watercraft.
Hiking trails: Explore the extensive trail systems connecting various camping areas. At Mohican Memorial Forest Park, backpackers can access the primitive campsites and surrounding woodland. As one backpacker noted, "You can find a short 'trail' at the NE edge of the campsite that leads down to a ledge where a couple unofficial fire rings have been built."
Family activities: Beyond standard camping, many sites offer additional entertainment options. Whispering Hills Jellystone provides "mini golf, pool, jumping pad and frisbee golf" plus a "pond that was well stocked with fish" for catch-and-release fishing. The campground also maintains designated activity schedules throughout summer.
What campers like
Large, private sites: Many campers appreciate the spaciousness at certain campgrounds. A visitor to Mohican Wilderness mentioned, "even though it's a large park the sites are huge so you still feel like you can kick back and relax. Quiet neighbors and friendly staff plus everything is mowed and well maintained."
Indoor facilities: For campers wanting additional comfort options, Mohican Adventures Campground offers "an indoor pool and hot tub. Also has pond with paddle boards and paddle boats that need to be reserved at additional cost." This proves especially valuable during cooler weather or rainy periods.
Primitive options: For those seeking more remote experiences, free backpacking sites exist. One camper reported about Mohican State Park, "There are 10 free camp sites for backpackers in Mohican, each is about a mile hike in, no vehicles can reach these sites. There are 4 on the mountain bike trail and 6 on the horse trails, first come first serve, no reservations."
What you should know
Cell service limitations: Coverage varies significantly throughout the region. One camper at Mohican Wilderness noted, "We had no cell service but I was not expecting it. It was great to be screen free for a couple days." Another mentioned that at Mohican State Park, there's "no cell service with Verizon at this park."
Navigation challenges: GPS systems often direct travelers on inappropriate roads for RVs or trailers. A visitor to Wally World warned, "Getting here proved to be tricky, as it seems all of the GPS apps and my Garmin routed us on a county road that is not fit for RVs of any type. To find this place, search for 1 Wally Bridge, Loudonville, OH and then follow Wally Road."
Registration requirements: For primitive sites, proper registration is essential. A camper explained, "Make sure you get a reservation at the kiosk by the ranger station in the forest. Do not go to the state park as that is completely different. Do not camp illegally or without a reservation. They do post signs and ask other campers to report the illegal camping."
Tips for camping with families
Look for campgrounds with activity schedules: Families benefit from organized programming. A visitor to Whispering Hills Campground shared, "They have so many activities for kids and families. They have crafts, swimming, a lake for fishing, newly chip and sealed roads, jump pads x2, hiking trails, a creek to explore and play in, an outdoor theater, and so so much more."
Consider water access: Sites near water provide natural entertainment. One camper at Pleasant Hill Lake Park mentioned, "The lake is an all sport lake so there is fishing, tubing, jet skis and kayaking. The marina has boat rentals available." This creates built-in recreation options for families with children.
Check site layouts: Campground designs vary considerably. A family noted, "We stayed in a small group of sites which made it safe for kids to run around and play" at Pleasant Hill, while another mentioned at Toodik Family Campground that "There was A LOT of weird rules (no beer pong-not that we play anymore) but check in and out time were both 4 o'clock- Which ROCKS! (No hurry the day of checkout like normal.)"
Tips from RVers
Site surfaces: Pay attention to pad composition and levelness. At Mohican Adventures, one RVer reported, "We camped here off season and had the place to ourselves. We had a pull through site which was gravel. The sites seemed a little small so it might feel crowded during peak season."
Hookup variations: Water and electrical services fluctuate seasonally. A winter camper at Mohican State Park noted, "Another Thanksgiving spent in our camper and it was so nice and relaxing. 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."
Site selection strategies: Choose sites based on your specific needs. An RVer suggested, "RV sites are a little small and close together, but comes with a picnic table and fire pit. There are back in and pull through RV spots - along with nice shady spots for rent camping."
