Best Camping near Guysville, OH

Guysville is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Guysville is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.

Best Camping Sites Near Guysville, OH (117)

    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills State Park Campground

    1. Hocking Hills State Park Campground

    106 Reviews
    547 Photos
    166 Saves

    Hocking Hills State Park offers camping all year round - electric sites, camper cabins, group camps, and primitive sites.

    156 electric sites (with 20, 30 or 50 amp electric) and 13 non-electric sites.

    Each site has a paved pad and can accommodate up to a 50' unit. Heated showers. Flush toilets. Laundry facility. Dump station. Camp store. Swimming pool for registered campers. Playgrounds. Volleyball court and horseshoe pit. Tent-only group camps are available by reservation. There are also 30 walk-in family sites with pit latrines.

    All Hike-In Campgrounds are off the main Entrance and depending on the Site No. It requires up to 0.5 miles to hike from the Parking Lot. You have to drive to a different Parking Lot on State route 374. All sites starting with "H“ will be on the different location.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $29 - $46 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Burr Oak State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Burr Oak State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Burr Oak State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Burr Oak State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Burr Oak State Park Campground

    2. Burr Oak State Park Campground

    32 Reviews
    137 Photos
    94 Saves

    Pets are permitted on all sites. Sites 44-60 are electric. Sites 1-43 and 61-95 are non-electric. Sites 65-81 are tent camping only.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hope State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hope State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hope State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hope State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hope State Park Campground

    3. Lake Hope State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    101 Photos
    152 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground

    4. Forked Run State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    58 Photos
    45 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Zaleski State Forest
    Camper-submitted photo from Zaleski State Forest
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    Camper-submitted photo from Zaleski State Forest
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    Camper-submitted photo from Zaleski State Forest

    5. Zaleski State Forest

    16 Reviews
    65 Photos
    98 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    Camper-submitted photo from Strouds Run State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Strouds Run State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Strouds Run State Park Campground

    6. Strouds Run State Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    31 Photos
    56 Saves

    There are 78 primitiive campsites and one group site available for organized groups. Latrines, waste drains, picnic tables and fire rings are provided 10 sites are available for campers with pets

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Snowden Campground - Hocking College
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Snowden Campground - Hocking College
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Snowden Campground - Hocking College
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Snowden Campground - Hocking College
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Snowden Campground - Hocking College
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Snowden Campground - Hocking College

    7. Lake Snowden Campground - Hocking College

    9 Reviews
    9 Photos
    21 Saves

    Lake Snowden is a 675-acre education and recreation park, featuring the largest of four lakes, which form the Margaret Creek Conservancy District.

    The lake covers approximately 136-acres offering camping, boating, fishing, picnicking and swimming. The serene setting reveals natural beauty while maintaining the convenience of being just 5 miles from Athens, Ohio. The shelter houses, restroom facilities, beach, shoreline fishing holes, and fish hatchery make Lake Snowden a full-featured recreation park.

    Lake Snowden was built for the Margaret Creek Conservancy District in 1968 with federal funds through the Farmer’s Home Administration and the Soil Conservation Service in an effort to control flooding. It opened to the public in 1972. In 1998, Hocking College purchased Lake Snowden from Le-Ax Water District.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Burr Oak Cove Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Burr Oak Cove Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Burr Oak Cove Campground

    8. Burr Oak Cove Campground

    9 Reviews
    8 Photos
    161 Saves

    Burr Oak Cove Campground is a small densely wooded campground on the northwest tip of Burr Oak Reservoir in Athens County. The campground has 19 camping units, including walk-in sites which offer additional seclusion to the camper looking for solitude.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $10 - $15 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Wildcat Hollow Hiking Trail Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Wildcat Hollow Hiking Trail Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Wildcat Hollow Hiking Trail Dispersed
    Camper-submitted photo from Wildcat Hollow Hiking Trail Dispersed
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    10. Campbell Cove Camping

    16 Reviews
    67 Photos
    66 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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Pet-friendly camping near Guysville

Recent Reviews In Guysville

552 Reviews of 117 Guysville Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Geneva Hills - Camp and Event Center
    October 13, 2024

    Geneva Hills - Camp and Event Center

    Would stay again

    Tent site was nice. We could make dinner and there weren’t any mosquitoes even though it was right above a swamp. It was a nice driving distance from Hocking Hills and a neat place to camp.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Wolfie's Campground
    October 11, 2024

    Wolfie's Campground

    Great place, not peaceful at night

    Bathrooms very clean. Loved the free games. Cabin was very clean and had comfortable beds. Doesn’t make sense to have quiet time at dark when bar nearby plays loud music outside till late.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hook Lake (Campground A) — Jesse Owens State Park
    October 9, 2024

    Hook Lake (Campground A) — Jesse Owens State Park

    Great Dispersed Camp Ground

    Drove past Sandy Hollow which is another great Dispersed Campground with around 82 sites to cover all types of vehicles within a mile of Hook Lake.

    Hook Lake has less sites but also sites to handle all types of vehicles.

    I am here in October and there are very few other campers, two at the moment.

    I chose a site on a hill that I was able to get my 40+ rig into, I was all by myself with a great view.

    I have Verizon which is almost constant, and TMobile which is spotty. Other sites might not have as good of cell service.

    They have trash, but no water.

    Both of the Camp Grounds mentioned there is no danger of getting a big rig into and not out of so don’t be afraid.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills State Park Campground
    September 23, 2024

    Hocking Hills State Park Campground

    Best place

    This is a great place to visit and camp. I am a tent camper so I was in the non electric site. The hiking is fantastic. Rose lake is also a wonderful lake and quite beautiful. Will always come back

  • Camper-submitted photo from Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park
    September 22, 2024

    Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park

    Nice state park

    Come in via Harrisville as the way in via Cairo has very bad roads. Campground is very nice and well maintained. Sites have electricity and water; dump station is very well done and easily accessible with any RV configuration.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Kinderhook Horse Trail
    September 16, 2024

    Kinderhook Horse Trail

    Okay small area

    Was a “okay” small area to stay at for free. There was a lot of bees, yellow jackets. The bathroom was clean, but the "non-flush" toilet was just gross.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills KOA Holiday
    September 3, 2024

    Hocking Hills KOA Holiday

    Awesome stay

    Stayed with the family for 5 days/ 4 nights and had a wonderful time. The KOA had a lot of amenities to offer. The staff was friendly, courteous and great to deal with. The sites were nice and wide but not all level but it's an area that has lots of hills. The pool was wonderful, the bathroom was clean and spacious. The camp store has everything you may need with a Walmart 10 minutes down the road. Close to the park to go explore but the KOA had a lot to offer for your stay.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills Camping & Canoe
    September 2, 2024

    Hocking Hills Camping & Canoe

    New Ownership and its amazing!!!

    This campground has been a staple of Hocking Hills for decades. Finally some new owners took over in May ‘24 and have really done an amazing job renovating things. The staff is super friendly, large primitive campsites right on the river with tons of shade trees! They are even building treehouses to stay in. We love it here!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    September 1, 2024

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    In need of TLC

    Narrow roads getting to state park. Campground in need of an update and targeted maintenance. Ensure your rig can fit into your selected site prior to booking as sites can be small and hilly. Sites are asphalt. Not many sites are level. Most patrons seem to be local - weekends full of loud music and drinking.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Jackson Lake State Park Campground
    September 1, 2024

    Jackson Lake State Park Campground

    Do not recommend

    Tent sites are on a steep uneven hill, we had site 4. Tent sites are super close, we can hear our neighbors perfectly as if they were talking to us. Only a few feet between each site. Map showed we would be right next to the lake, this is incorrect, lake is not accessible or even visible from campsite.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Krodel Park Campground
    August 26, 2024

    Krodel Park Campground

    Solid place if you’re not tent camping

    If you tent camp they don’t allow access to the bathrooms other than a porta potty open to the public and no showers either. Kinda messed up. The fish were not biting for anyone. It’s part of a public park. The staff were excellent thought, and the price of $20 a night unbeatable. Cheapest to visit the Mothman

  • Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
    August 20, 2024

    River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

    Great experience

    The campground was pretty packed for much of the weekend, but it never got too loud. Bathrooms are clean and the sites seem pretty spacious. I was at site 2, which is on a slight incline, but it didn't matter too much because I camp in a teardrop so keeping it level isn't an issue. Wifi and Verizon cell were both strong. Easy access to the rail trail and close to the river. I'll definitely go back.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Pops Place Camping
    August 15, 2024

    Pops Place Camping

    Hidden gem in Ohio

    I highly recommend pop's place.  I stayed there Aug 2024 and as of that date the rustic tent camping was $20.  This is an ideal base camp for riding your motorcycle on the scenic roads in that area of Ohio such as the triple nickel.  The owners are very nice people and helpful.  The porta john and shower were very clean.  The shower uses an on demand water heater.  The narrow cabin you see in some photos is now a gravel pad for RV type camping with electric.  The wider cabin in the photos is still there, but was currently rented so he couldn't take me on a tour of it.  He took me on a tour of the new cabin he is building and it will be a nice play to stay when he is done.  They sell firewood for $5.  The common grass area has wood lounge chairs, common fire ring, playground,  and cornhole boards.  If you are tent camping and need to charge your phone he has no problem with you using the electric outlet at the RV site if no one is there.  I forgot to suggest to him that maybe add an external electric outlet at the shower house since electric is there for the water heater.  There is a spigot on the outside of the shower house to get drinking water.  There is a basketball backboard near the current cabin if you happen to bring a basketball for your kids to use.  There is good verizon cell service there, I did not expect it because of the location and hills in the area.  I don't hammock camp, but it looked like there were trees far enough apart in the line of pines for hanging 2 hammocks.  One of the photos showed 3 picnic tables for tent campers.  There was only one when I stayed, but I assume it's a temporary or cyclical thing and I was the only tent camper and would have shared it anyway.

    Of note for motorcyclists is that the road the campground is on is paved (good riding to the north of it) and the campground drive is decent gravel for street bikes.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Pine Creek Campground and Cabins
    August 11, 2024

    Pine Creek Campground and Cabins

    Equestrian

    I was here before they sold out and seeing it now makes me sad. The bathrooms were gross, the arenas had weeds shooting up. This was a very nice place to take the horses, now it's an overpriced average campground with absolutely nothing to write home about.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Kountry Resort Campground
    August 2, 2024

    Kountry Resort Campground

    Family Fun at Old Campground

    This campground has been around since the 1800s. It has a lot of permanent residents and we had a lot of fun checking out the different set ups.

    There are a lot of amenities but they need updated. The playgrounds need replaced. The activities building had a pool and game room area, which we used a lot. These were dated as well but our kids had a blast and that is all that matters.

    Everyone we engaged with at the campground was very pleasant. We went midweek so it was not very crowded other than the permanent residents. The park is very quiet.

    We did a couple day trips down to Pomeroy, which is a nice little river town with ice cream, playgrounds, and shops less than five miles from the campground.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park
    August 2, 2024

    Cokeley Campground — North Bend State Park

    Nice deep sites. Cokeley is W/E. Restrooms/showers are clean. Laundry on s

     Do not follow GPS to get to North Bend SP(Cokeley or River Run) Call the park office directly. 304)643-2931.

    GPS took us up some nasty horse-shoe hills! Call the office! Park personnel said some GPS will bring campers up a bad gravel road!

    Most of the sites are not shaded, ours had partial shade. 

    Will definitely return. 

    Wi-Fi worked!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Forked Run State Park Campground
    July 29, 2024

    Forked Run State Park Campground

    Great local campground

    We stayed there years ago. Our only complaint was how close the sites are together. Some are down over banks & some are on a slant. It was rather noisy when we were there too. Nice beach area for swimming though!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Campbell Cove Camping
    July 28, 2024

    Campbell Cove Camping

    The perfect family campground !

    This is our first time staying at a non state park. I was a little nervous, but I already booked our next visit here ! To start, the staff are absolutely amazing and so kind. We stayed at site 61 and the lake view is perfect. Bring your hammock because there are plenty of trees !!

    There is a great playground for kids and a swimming hole. The bathrooms are so clean. You can kayak on the lake and they do have rentals .

  • Camper-submitted photo from Monday Creek OHV Dispersed
    July 19, 2024

    Monday Creek OHV Dispersed

    Busy but good camping spot

    Camped at the west side of the vaulted toilet lot. Arrived about 5 PM and all 3 camping spots were empty. Lots of trucks and toy haulers heading up the various roads into the late evening. We slept soundly, made breakfast and were on our way. Great stop over location. Vaulted toilet and garbage cans were a welcome bonus.

  • Camper-submitted photo from River Run Campground — North Bend State Park
    July 8, 2024

    River Run Campground — North Bend State Park

    Great Family Campground

    We had a wonderful time. The Park is great and we have stayed at lodge 4 times before but this was first camping trip.

    We stayed during historic heat wave but kept cool in the river, the pool, and with the ice cream store nearby. There wasn’t easy river access from the campground but we climbed down the hill with no problem and waded the stream for hours.

    The property was very clean and family oriented. Nice spacing at our site in particular. I would also recommend sites 10, 11, 17, 19, 13, and 14.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Campbell Cove Camping
    July 1, 2024

    Campbell Cove Camping

    Wonderfully well kept campground

    This is a very nice campground near all of the attractions of Hocking Hills, Ohio. We had full hookups that were excellent, but if we didn't there were several new restrooms throughout the grounds. The camp store has the usual stuff you'll find and is always seems to have a friendly attendant behind the counter. There are several fun things for the kids to do, including a very large bounce pad and a pretty nice looking playground. There's a somewhat small swimming area, but it seems to be pretty clean for a pond. The campground is right on Lake Logan and there's access to the water at the bottom of the grounds. There's also boat rentals right around the corner.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills Jellystone Campground
    May 31, 2024

    Hocking Hills Jellystone Campground

    Disappointed. Waste of Money. Rude owners

    The site that we are currently staying in is nothing like the pictures online(I am more than happy to share photos.) I contacted the owner, he talked down to me, continually interrupted me and even raised his voice trying to intimidate me. The site has serious concerns. Such as the Nextdoor cabin fire pit is located less than 6ft from where I am suppose to park my brand new truck. There is only gravel, no grass for 12ft outside of our camper. Our site appears to be a driveway or turnaround and numerous ppl have tried to drive through, Esp with gulf carts. I raised my concerns and unhappiness to the owners and they argued and talked down to me. The husband raised his voice and essentially yelled at me basically telling me we could pack up and leave. This has not been a great experience so far and I am not sure I will ever stay at a jellystone or recommend one to anyone in the future.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Kinderhook Horse Trail
    May 28, 2024

    Kinderhook Horse Trail

    Flat tentspots

    Parking for regular cars is 100 yards before restroom (the others are for horse trailers only). Close to the restroom there’s a picnic table, tentspots and a manual water pump. A lot of insects, humid and dense deciduous forest surrounding the trailhead. The Kinderhook trail was overgrown. The Paw Paw trail on the other hand was very smooth, dry and wide. The trail leads to the top of the hill.



Guide to Guysville

Camping near Guysville, Ohio, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet place to unwind, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the scenic trails at Hocking Hills State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "Beautiful area with great hikes and views close by," making it a perfect spot for nature lovers.
  • Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing dip at the pool available at Lake Hope State Park Campground. A visitor noted, "The pool was wonderful," which is great for families looking to cool off.
  • Fishing and Boating: Spend a day on the water at Campbell Cove Camping. One happy camper said, "You can kayak on the lake and they do have rentals," making it a fun spot for water activities.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at places like Hocking Hills State Park Campground, where one reviewer remarked, "Showers were pretty darn gross for the park's reputation," highlighting the need for better maintenance.
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Many families enjoy the amenities at Campbell Cove Camping. A reviewer shared, "There is a great playground for kids and a swimming hole," making it a hit with younger campers.
  • Secluded Spots: Campers looking for peace and quiet can find it at Burr Oak State Park Campground. One visitor said, "It was great with silence and space," especially during off-peak times.

What you should know:

  • Site Proximity: Many campgrounds have sites that are close together. A camper at Lake Hope State Park Campground mentioned, "The spots were pretty darn close together for a state park," so be prepared for some neighborly interactions.
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Forked Run State Park Campground, may lack certain amenities. A reviewer noted, "Campground in need of an update and targeted maintenance," so check what’s available before you go.
  • Weather Considerations: Be ready for rain, especially in spring. One camper at Burr Oak State Park Campground shared, "It was a wet Veteran Memorial weekend," so pack accordingly.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Bring Activities: Keep kids entertained with games and outdoor activities. A camper at Campbell Cove Camping mentioned, "There are several fun things for the kids to do," which can help keep the little ones busy.
  • Choose the Right Site: Look for sites that offer some privacy. A family at Top O' The Caves Campground found, "The tent site was decently secluded," which can make for a more enjoyable experience.
  • Plan for Meals: Consider bringing a portable grill or cooking supplies. One camper at Burr Oak State Park Campground noted, "The lodge on the opposite side of the lake offers great food and drinks," which can be a nice option for meals.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Levels: Make sure your RV can fit into your selected site. A reviewer at Lake Hope State Park Campground advised, "The sites were very sloped and the RV sites were pretty close together."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Stock up on essentials before arriving. One camper at Forked Run State Park Campground mentioned, "Ensure your rig can fit into your selected site prior to booking," which is a good reminder to plan ahead.
  • Stay Connected: If you need internet access, check for Wi-Fi availability. A camper at Top O' The Caves Campground noted, "The wifi was spotty at best," so be prepared for limited connectivity.

Camping near Guysville, Ohio, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Guysville, OH?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Guysville, OH offers a wide range of camping options, with 117 campgrounds and RV parks near Guysville, OH and 8 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Guysville, OH?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Guysville, OH is Hocking Hills State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 106 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Guysville, OH?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 free dispersed camping spots near Guysville, OH.

  • What parks are near Guysville, OH?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 29 parks near Guysville, OH that allow camping, notably Wayne National Forest and Dillon Lake.