Dog-Friendly Camping near Grover Hill, OH

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    Blue Water Campground near Grover Hill welcomes pets at all campsites with electric hookups for both 30 and 50 amp service. Campers with dogs appreciate the dog-friendly grounds where pets can accompany families throughout common areas. The campground features both tent and RV sites on gravel pads that are fairly large, offering plenty of space for pets to settle in alongside their owners. Huggy Bear Campground, also pet-friendly, provides additional options with sewer hookups and accommodations for tents, RVs, and glamping. Both campgrounds maintain clean facilities with showers and restrooms. Most pet owners note the grounds are extremely dog-friendly with ample space for walking pets around the properties. The swimming areas at both locations are popular amenities, though pets are typically restricted from pool and beach areas.

    Ottawa Metro Park Campground offers pet-friendly sites with electric hookups and water access in a peaceful setting. The campground connects to bike and walking paths ideal for exercising dogs, with paved sites providing stable ground for pet owners. Pet waste stations are available throughout several of the campgrounds, making cleanup convenient during stays. Temperature considerations are important when camping with pets in this region, as summer heat can affect animals differently than humans. During peak season, campers report the campgrounds can become quite busy, especially on weekends when families with pets tend to visit in larger numbers. First-come, first-served policies at some locations like Ottawa Metro Park mean early arrival is recommended for pet owners seeking the most suitable sites for their animals. The clean bathrooms and shower facilities receive consistently positive mentions from campers traveling with pets.

    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Grover Hill (60)

      1. Woodbrige Campground

      4.0(4)6mi from Grover HillRVs, Tents

      "Lake front sites are hard to come by as most were for permanent sites. The beach and swimming area were very nice. Our boys loved the water slide anchored in the lake to play on."

      "Nice pools and small lake with beach. Place was swarming with sweat bees while we were there"

      2. Blue Water Campground

      4.3(3)3mi from Grover HillRVs, Tents

      "Pool, lakes, very dog friendly, activities, food, washer and dryer, showers!"

      "The pool, ponds, playground and pavillion are all within walking distance from almost any site."

      3. Huggy Bear Campground

      4.0(3)10mi from Grover HillRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Tons to do especially for kids, pet friendly, definitely get rowdy on the weekends- book ahead to snag the best sites. We stayed 5 days and it was awesome."

      "If you you’re going for family friendly fun where you can sit around a fire wIth friends and family, this is the place. There is swimming and family activities to keep everyone busy."

      4. Barefoot Retreat

      5.0(1)10mi from Grover Hill3 sitesRVs, Tents

      from $30 - $75 / night

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      5. Independence Dam State Park Campground

      3.8(4)22mi from Grover Hill24 sitesTents

      "I spent one night here with my two dogs on Memorial Day weekend and I was much more impressed with this location than I thought I was going to be."

      "Most sites are on a small elevated bank on maumee river, (you can walk down the path but not put a kayak in) There are no hookups, only vault toilets, no staff only very nice camp hosts ( there are next"

      from $23 / night

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      6. River Trail Campground II

      4.5(6)27mi from Grover HillRVs, Tents

      "Nice lake, you can bring golf carts nice size camping lots. We will go back again great experience beautiful place."

      from $45 - $100 / night

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      7. Grand Lake St. Marys State Park Campground

      4.4(14)33mi from Grover Hill194 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "great like campground on Ohio’s biggest inland lake"

      "friendly staff, very clean restrooms, playground, could not swim in the water due to contamination which they have spent millions to repair and is slowly on the up and up, not too far from town, surrounded"

      from $29 - $110 / night

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      8. Johnny Appleseed Campground

      3.9(17)34mi from Grover HillRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "The location here is pretty crazy it’s right in the middle of town but feels like a park there is a river and wooded area that makes you feel like you are in nature but you are just a parking lot **away **"

      "Easy access to downtown, the Coliseum, IPFW, and shopping. The River Greenway path cuts right through the park, and there is also a boat launch for the river."

      9. Van Wert County Fairgrounds

      Be the first to review13mi from Grover HillRVs

      10. Ottawa Metro Park Campground

      4.3(6)29mi from Grover HillRVs, Tents

      "Beautiful park with bike and walking paths. Camp hosts are very helpful. Bathrooms and showers are very clean."

      "The bath house has men's and women's bathrooms as well as a largish entry room with water fountains (one accessible to those in a wheelchair or child), a vending machine, information about the park, an"

      from $25 - $30 / night

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    Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Grover Hill, OH

    270 Reviews of 60 Grover Hill Campgrounds


    • johny R.The Dyrt PRO User
      Dec. 23, 2025

      Johnny Appleseed Campground

      Great location

      The location here is pretty crazy it’s right in the middle of town but feels like a park there is a river and wooded area that makes you feel like you are in nature but you are just a parking lot away from an arena and college. There is a playground and a dog park. Here as well as ball diamonds. This is a great family friendly place but is very very busy during the season.

    • Annette A.
      Oct. 8, 2018

      Adventure Bound Pleasant View

      AWESOME !

      This campground has everything you could want. Kids areas, swimming pond and pool, dog park area and pleasant employees. Will definitly be going back soon!

    • Shannon G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 3, 2025

      Indian Lake State Park Campground

      Lots of sites

      Our pad was not level front to back so we had to adjust a little bit. The fire ring was nice but our picnic table was beat up. I went to move it and the seat pulled right off. We stayed on a Sunday night so it wasn’t packed. There are a ton of sites. Some had great shade and others didn’t have any at all. The bathrooms were flush toilets and they did have shower houses too. The camp store is really big and it’s right next to their pool. They have a dog park, place to dock your boat and a small beach. I would imagine this would be a pretty busy during the summer.

    • Andrea F.
      Sep. 20, 2021

      Adventure Bound Pleasant View

      Wagner Subscriber Campout

      We stayed at this campground in the group camp area. The sites are tight but do provide water and 30 amp electric.

      The campground offers a pond for fishing , swimming pool , bounce pad , inflatable lake fun, dog park and mini golf.

      Since we were there as a group event we didn’t use any of the extras but it all looked nice and clean plus lots of fun.

      Cell coverage was spotty but you could usually get some kind of signal.

      The campground has a lot of seasonal sites as well as primitive tent camping and standard rv sites.

    • Andrea F.
      Aug. 9, 2020

      Adventure Bound Pleasant View

      Nice Campground for a Group Event

      This is our second time camping here and both times were for a group camping event. For this type of event it’s a great park. We had a whole sector the event with water and electric sites.

      If we were going to camp here on our own I am not sure I would like it since it’s mostly set up for seasonal campers. So there are no hiking trail and there is also a lot of golf cart traffic.

      They do offer a swimming pool , pond with inflatable slides , dog park , bound pad and miniature golf.

    • A
      Aug. 14, 2018

      Harrison Lake State Park Campground

      Quiet place to get away

      We have been here a few times. Really enjoy the secluded sites and the lake. It’s a small campground but it’s clean and quiet. Most sites don’t have water hookups but they do have electric. There isn’t much to do outside of the campground but there is a nice lake with canoe and kayak rentals. Very pet friendly and even has a dog beach.

    • Shannon G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 2, 2025

      Van Buren State Park Campground

      Small and peaceful

      We stayed one night on our way to IN. We’ve never been here before and wanted to check it off our list. It’s a small campground with one side as equestrian and the other side not. All sites had electric and water, no full hookup. There were only drop toilets and no showers. They were clean but I don’t think I’d want to do more than a weekend there. It had a nice playground for kids and plenty of trails to hike or go horseback riding. They also had a dog park and small wildflower garden. The check in cabin had ice and wood for sale but no store. Our site was really nice. The pads were recently paved and had a huge bumper at the end. The fire ring was nice and the site had plenty of space for tents.

    • Andrea F.
      Nov. 30, 2020

      Grand Lake St. Marys State Park Campground

      Off Season and No Water

      We love camping in the off season but with that comes closures. Some sections of the campgrounds might not be open, no camp hosts and limited bathrooms and showers houses. This is to be expected, but when I called the morning of our trip to make sure potable water was available and I was told yes it was only to drive 2 hours and realized they were wrong. No water šŸ™. This would not have been a peas we have dry camped before but all the bathrooms were closed as well.

      After called the park ranger he did let us get some water at the maintenance building so we were at least able to finish the weekend. Lesson learned always pull with at least some water.

      Now back to the campground itself was nice and clean. Site are a little close together. The biggest down side is you are there to enjoy the lake but the lake had algae warnings everywhere not to go near the water.

      They do have a dog park, pool and splash pad when in season and a marina. Also they have WiFi and good cell coverage.

    • Lisa S.
      May. 1, 2019

      Lake Loramie State Park Campground

      Perfect retreat for the family or solo adventure

      Relax on the waters edge in shear tranquility. Perfect beach for swimming, excellent trails for hiking, and awesome lake to boat. Multiple launch ramps provide ease and convenience. Rent a canoe or kayak and head out for some time alone or with your favorite person. The cabins are heated but pets are not allowed. Campground is huge as are the sites. Some are premium, there’s a few ADA and some lakeside making for a great view to enjoy your morning coffee.


    Guide to Grover Hill

    Grover Hill camping offers access to multiple bodies of water with fishing opportunities across Allen, Paulding, and Van Wert counties. Summer temperatures average 70-85°F with humidity levels between 60-80%. Most campgrounds in the area sit on flat terrain with elevations around 800 feet, making site access straightforward for various camping setups.

    What to do

    Fishing and water activities: At River Trail Campground, campers can enjoy a stocked fishing pond. As one visitor noted, "Nice swimming pool and clean pond that is stocked with bluegills." The pond allows catch-and-release fishing, making it suitable for casual anglers.

    Playground time: Several area campgrounds feature playground equipment for children. At Woodbrige Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "The park and jump pad the kids had a blast on. This campground was very enjoyable." The jump pad provides an energy-burning option for children during summer visits.

    Biking and walking trails: Ottawa Metro Park Campground connects to an extensive trail system. According to a visitor, "Beautiful park with bike and walking paths." The adjoining 13-mile greenway provides opportunities for extended rides or walks through the countryside.

    What campers like

    Spacious sites: Campsites at Blue Water Campground offer generous spacing. A camper noted, "The campesites are fairly large with gravel pads." The gravel provides stable footing during wet weather conditions and helps with site drainage.

    Clean facilities: The bathrooms at Johnny Appleseed Campground receive praise for cleanliness and design. One reviewer mentioned, "Bathrooms are A+ with a code for only campers." Another stated, "They have the best bathrooms that I have ever seen in the campgrounds. You can even look out at the skylight at the sky."

    Swimming options: Several campgrounds near Grover Hill feature swimming areas. At Huggy Bear Campground, a camper shared, "Tons to do especially for kids, pet friendly... 3 pools, inflatable in the water." Multiple pool options allow for different swimming preferences and age groups.

    What you should know

    Water quality concerns: At Grand Lake St. Marys State Park, water conditions may affect swimming options. A visitor noted, "This lake is notorious for having algae blooms that prohibit swimming." Check current advisories before planning water activities.

    Seasonal crowding: Many campgrounds experience significant population changes between weekdays and weekends. At Woodbrige Campground, one camper observed, "Thursday the campground was an almost ghost town. But once The weekend rolled around the place was packed." Arrive early for preferred sites during peak times.

    Utility considerations: Some campgrounds have water quality issues. A camper at Woodbrige mentioned, "The only reason I did not give it 5 stars was because the water had a strong sulfur smell coming out of the fresh water hook up. Next time I'd fill my tank prior to arrival with fresh water."

    Tips for camping with families

    Activity schedules: Huggy Bear Campground offers organized family events. A reviewer shared, "They have a whole schedule for the weekends here. It's great!" Planned activities typically include games, crafts, and seasonal celebrations that require no additional fees.

    Swimming facilities: Multiple pet-friendly campgrounds near Grover Hill feature water attractions. At Woodbrige Campground, "Our boys loved the water slide anchored in the lake to play on." Water slides and inflatables provide entertainment beyond standard swimming.

    Playground accessibility: Ottawa Metro Park provides centrally-located playground equipment. According to a visitor, "We picked site 30 because it had ample trees on its west side to create nice shade in the afternoon." Select sites with visual access to play areas for easier monitoring.

    Tips from RVers

    Site selection strategy: At Johnny Appleseed Campground, site placement affects privacy. One RVer noted, "Most of the sites are very close and no vegetation to allow any privacy. On the positive side, the bathrooms were very nice and clean." Request sites along the perimeter when possible.

    Hookup availability: Electric and water services vary between locations. At Blue Water Campground, a camper explained, "They offer water and electric hook-up for 30&50 amps. There is not a sewer hook up but they do offer a weekly pump out for a small fee and a dump station on the way out." Long-term stays may require planning for waste management.

    Registration procedures: Some campgrounds operate without staffed check-in. At Ottawa Metro Park, "Pick up a registration envelope from the mailbox at the entrance sign, complete the triplicate form and follow the instructions. Money and form goes into an envelope and is dropped into the payment slot at the bathhouse." Carry exact change or checks when reservation systems aren't available.

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