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The Groveport area in central Ohio features multiple camping options within a 30-mile radius. Established campgrounds like Jackson Lake Park and A.W. Marion State Park provide developed sites for both tent and RV camping, while Scioto Grove Metro Park offers backpacking-style primitive sites along a hiking trail. Accommodations range from basic tent sites to full-hookup RV spots, with some locations like Jackson Lake Park also providing cabin rentals for those seeking a more comfortable outdoor experience.
Campground amenities vary significantly throughout the region, with most locations offering at least basic facilities like drinking water and toilets. A visitor noted, "Scioto Grove is great if you're looking to test out some new backpacking gear. There are 5 reservable sites along the river trail and they all have tent pads and a fire pit." Many campgrounds operate seasonally, with most open from spring through fall but closed during winter months. The camping season typically runs from April through October, though specific opening and closing dates differ by location. Reservations are recommended at most sites, especially during summer weekends and holidays when campgrounds can reach capacity.
Several campgrounds in the area feature access to water recreation, with fishing opportunities at locations like Jackson Lake Park and A.W. Marion State Park. The proximity to Columbus makes these campgrounds popular weekend destinations for city residents seeking nearby outdoor experiences. According to reviews, campers appreciate the variety of activities available, particularly for families with children. As one camper reported about Jackson Lake Park, "Lots of fun for kids with the swimming pond and arcade." While some locations offer more amenities and organized activities, others like Scioto Grove provide a more natural experience with sites situated along the Scioto River. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the region, making these campgrounds suitable for those needing to stay connected while enjoying the outdoors.
Best Campgrounds near Groveport (110)
1. A.W. Marion State Park Campground
"They had a scavenger hunt which made us really experience the nature around us, going through the woods off trail, going to the lakeside, walking around looking for different things on a list."
"Marion State Park on this particular weekend because it's relatively close to home (Columbus area)."
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability2. Alum Creek State Park Campground
"Happened to be next to the park host. No choice of where to locate my large tent. Showers/bathrooms were OK--older facilities. "
"First off we have to say that Ohio State Park campgrounds are some of the best we’ve ever stayed in."
from $23 - $70 / night
Check Availability3. Scioto-Grove Metro Park
"No driving your vehicle any further than the bottom of the hill. Great location, very beautiful. Spacious in between 5 campgrounds and right next to the Scioto River."
"Got lucky and found an opening for site 5 which was right on river and away from the busier parts of park - didn’t see a single person. Nice tent pads, campfire ring, and provided wood."
4. Jackson Lake Park
"As a moto camper, we really lucked out with a flat plot and didn’t have anyone in the spots next to us. My #1 complaint was the bathroom situation."
"Easy access to sites. Staff could take a lesson in hospitality and giving directions on park."
from $40 - $139 / night
Check Availability5. Hocking Hills State Park Campground
"There are lots of caves, trails, camping options and activities in the area. Be careful, however, every year someone is injured or dies going off trail, often falling from a cliff."
"If you stay away from the main roads, you might feel like you're in a smaller campground."
from $20 - $70 / night
Check Availability6. Deer Creek State Park Campground
"Some are smaller, close to neighbors while other have seclusion with trees. From past experience, if it rains, some of the sites do flood. We had great weather this weekend."
"My favorite state park in Ohio (so far). Very clean, lots of activities, nice size sites. Easy to get to from Columbus and lots of activities."
from $39 - $52 / night
Check Availability7. Korbel Campgrounds at Ohio Expo Center
from $60 / night
Check Availability8. Alder Farm
from $30 / night
Check Availability9. Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA
"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."
10. Alton RV Park
"Not a sightseeing destination, but very convenient place to stop for the night if you’re on a road trip doing a lot of driving. Safe neighborhood with a kroger right down the street."
Drive Time
- 14 min from Columbus, OH
- 52 min from Springfield, OH
- 1 hr 13 min from Mansfield, OH
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Recent Reviews near Groveport, OH
763 Reviews of 110 Groveport Campgrounds
- KKrystle S.Scout
Scioto-Grove Metro Park
Amazing, Friendly
Easy to make reservation, easy to check in and very friendly staff
- Marsha S.
TravelerDeer Creek State Park Campground
Beautiful State Park & Campground
My favorite state park in Ohio (so far). Very clean, lots of activities, nice size sites. Easy to get to from Columbus and lots of activities.
Kathy C.ScoutHocking Hills Jellystone Campground
Shouldn’t be called Jellystone
Jellystone Hocking Hills Ohio Don’t waste your money! I reserved a full hook up deluxe site with patio. Was supposed to be a level concrete slab. It was not! It was all gravel and dirt. No concrete whatsoever. This deluxe site sloped down so when you had a fire( weren’t allowed to move fire pit) your chairs went down hill and I fell almost every night. They brought in a crushed zone but it didn’t help the situation. Owner told us he would credit us some money back since the site wasn’t as promised, he did not. The playground was a mess. Old and nasty. The jump pad didn’t hold much air, so kids would jump on and sink right o the ground. The mining area was not locked so kids got into the pump and electrical areas which was dangerous for the little ones. YOGI BEAR MADE ONE 15 MINUTE APPEARANCE IN 5 DAYS. The schedule showed daily appearances at least daily if not more than once daily, which is how other Jellystones have been for us. MY GRANDSON was so sad. He had been looking forward to this trip for months, and recalled our prior JELLYSTONE stay at Watts Bar Lake in Tennessee, which was a totally different experience than this awful Hocking hills Jellystone. We repeatedly asked about Yogi appearances and were told“Yogi was busy and maybe he would come tomorrow“. The owner made so many excuses like,“my concrete guy didn’t show up last week” that’s why we didn’t have our concrete level patio site that we paid for. The playground didn’t have mulch cause his guy didn’t show up last week. The jump pad didn’t work right because his guy didn’t show up. The new pool wasn’t completed because his guy didn’t show up. Even the yogi bear statue they show in their picture wasn’t there. The pool they did have was in the owners backyard and you had to drive to it. It was slimed and disgusting. I have never been so disappointed. We drove 4.5 hours to get there specifically so my grandkids could camp at a Jellystone with Yogi Bear around. I don’t know how they are allowed to be a Jellystone, they are definitely not up to par. I’m sure we aren’t the only family to pay jellystones higher prices so the kids could see Yogi and friends daily. I could go on…there really were so many bad things about this place, but I see this review is very long. I will attach some photos
- JJames M.Scout
A.W. Marion State Park Campground
A W MARION STATE PARK
Great location beautiful lake for. Camping fishing and boating
Brian T.ScoutDelaware State Park Campground
Delaware ohio state park
We love this park. Nice camp sites. Lots of wooded areas. Very nice lake. Has lots to do, put put golf, shuffle board, disk golf. But our last camp there was disappointing. 3 of the campers in area D where we were did nothing all day and evening smoking Marijuana. We had to smell the skunk smell all day long from them as well as them letting there kids ride around on a golf cart all day and night with no head lites not even tagged for on road.I brought it to the camp stores attention and they said there's nothing they can do, we don't enforce the rules here . They said if I had a problem to call odnr. There was a camp host at the restroom area and watched a lady take her dog inside and said nothing to her.what are the parks rules for if the host won't even enforce them. Not one ranger through the park for 3 days..
- JJesse S.Traveler
A.W. Marion State Park Campground
Nice ammenities, accessible, reasonably spaced out
Its a reasonably small campground, but I found that as long as you are mindful of tent placement- the sites are quite reasonably spread out. Additionally, im solo- but seems like a great place for families considering easy restroom access and the playground in the center. Also only a 30 minute drive from Columbus or so- and when I came in May, there were plenty of open spots to park.
Pam H.
GuideDorr-Run Red Oak Trailhead
Great for a night or two
Clean bathrooms. Nice park rangers. Open areas with fire pits.
- CCody S.Scout
lake logan KOA Campground
Not a good place for tent camping
THIS IS AN RV CAMP. They have tent sites but they are just squares of gravel/wood. Our site was placed just feet from the ROAD you turn off of to enter the campground. Ridiculous and incredibly overpriced for what you get.
Guide to Groveport
Camping sites near Groveport, Ohio range from primitive backpacking spots to full-service RV parks within a 30-mile radius. The area sits within central Ohio's till plains region with elevations averaging 800-900 feet above sea level, creating generally level camping terrain with occasional gentle hills. Weather conditions typically include warm summers with average July temperatures around 85°F and mild spring and fall camping seasons.
What to do
Explore disc golf courses: Jackson Lake Park offers a full disc golf course alongside its camping facilities. A visitor mentioned, "There is a 'lake' (more of a large pond) on the property, with fishing, and large inflatables to play on in the summer. There is also a disc golf course."
Hike riverside trails: Scioto Grove Metro Park provides primitive backpacking sites along walking paths. A camper shared, "Scioto Grove is great if you're looking to test out some new backpacking gear. There are 5 reservable sites along the river trail and they all have tent pads and a fire pit."
Test backpacking gear: Scioto Grove Metro Park's backpacking trail offers a low-commitment backpacking experience. According to a reviewer, "Nice park. You can reserve spaces to backpack along the rei water trail and stay the night to test gear. Not huge, no crazy obstacles but great for last minute trips close to the city."
Cross unique bridges: The Scioto Grove trail system includes distinctive features for hikers. One camper noted, "Backpacking sites, rope bridge crossing over a creek that kids and adults would love to explore. Wide trails, grass fields and woods that are beautiful all seasons."
What campers like
Quiet weekday camping: A.W. Marion State Park Campground offers peaceful off-season experiences. A camper reported, "A cold but sunny weekend in February at site #32. No other campers there for the weekend, but a lot of foot traffic... You register on your own in the winter and it's walk-ins only at this time."
Family-oriented activities: Jackson Lake Park caters to families with various recreation options. One camper noted, "The little lake was so much fun. My children were upset we had to leave early due to the storm coming in."
Lakeside views: A.W. Marion State Park provides water views from select sites. A visitor mentioned, "Site 45...The camper pad was very level and the site was huge. It had a great view of the lake. I'm not so sure you'd be able to see it once the leaves are back this spring."
Private, spacious sites: Alum Creek State Park Campground offers secluded camping spots. A reviewer shared, "The camp sites are spacious and private, surrounded by trees and brush. Beautiful walking trails. There's also a great mountain biking trail in the vicinity."
What you should know
Bathroom facilities vary widely: Campground restroom quality differs significantly throughout the area. At A.W. Marion, a camper noted, "I would give it a higher rating but there are no showers, concrete floored, hole in the ground 'outhouses' (one men's, one woman's) by the playground and port-a-johns at the other end of the campground."
Reservation requirements: Many campgrounds require advance planning. At Scioto Grove, "They only do it for a short season and in that season two weekend a month to avoid over use."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Groveport, OH?
What camping is available near Groveport, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, Groveport, OH offers a wide range of camping options, with 110 campgrounds and RV parks near Groveport, OH and 6 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Groveport, OH?
Which is the most popular campground near Groveport, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Groveport, OH is A.W. Marion State Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 35 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Groveport, OH?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Groveport, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Groveport, OH.
What parks are near Groveport, OH?
What parks are near Groveport, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 parks near Groveport, OH that allow camping, notably Alum Creek Lake and Deer Creek Lake.
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