Campgrounds near Hartville, Ohio typically sit around 1,150 feet above sea level in the rolling Midwestern terrain. Most sites experience four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F and winter lows frequently below freezing. Fall camping presents colorful foliage displays between mid-October and early November, while spring brings muddy conditions that can affect tent sites and hiking trails.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At Kool Lakes Family RV Park, the fishing experience draws families throughout the season. "Our kids age 4 and 8 fished from sun up Saturday to about noon and then sporadically after that throughout the day. That night we hunted large bull frogs. All catch and release," notes one visitor who appreciated the waterfront access at Kool Lakes Family RV Park.
Explore Amish Country: Several campgrounds provide easy access to Amish attractions. "The campground is right in the middle of Ohio's Amish country with easy access to shopping and food and other great experiences like the large cuckoo clock in Sugar Creek," reports a visitor to Berlin RV Park & Campground.
Hiking trails: Countryside Campground offers access to nearby trails. "There is a nice path through the woods down to the reservoir, where you can fish and kayak," explains a camper about the natural amenities available beyond the campground facilities.
What campers like
Clean facilities: The cleanliness of bathrooms and showers stands out to visitors. At Evergreen Park RV Resort, "Club house and pool are immaculate, including public restrooms and showers. If you have a spot in the rear you will hear the clop-clop of horse & buggy, and the nearby sheep," according to one satisfied camper.
Seasonal amenities: Winter camping options exist at select locations. "We camped here the second weekend in December and had the park mostly to ourselves. There were only 3 other campers there. The game room was nice as well as the indoor pool," reports a winter visitor to Evergreen Park RV Resort.
Family-friendly recreation: Multiple campgrounds feature activities for children. "This campground was great. My boys were able to walk across the road to get to the pond that was well stocked with fish. It was catch and release but they were very excited to pull in some big ones," notes a family that stayed at Whispering Hills Jellystone RV Park.
What you should know
Site spacing varies: Some campgrounds feature tighter arrangements than others. At Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground, "Sites are large and the area is peaceful. The area is well kept and owners are very nice," according to a review, contrasting with tighter arrangements at other RV parks near Hartville.
Off-season considerations: Facilities like pools typically close after Labor Day. "Due to cooler temps pool was closed. The small putt putt course was still open for kids to play. Playground was a hit for our 8yr and under kids," notes a fall visitor to Countryside Campground.
Hookup positioning challenges: Some RV sites require extra equipment. At Scenic Hills RV Park, "The one and only issue is that water and electricity is located in the rear area of RV, while sewer connections are toward the front. I personally used 50' of water line and 30' of sewer line," explains a recent visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Mini golf access: Family entertainment features prominently at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™- Akron/Canton, where "This campground has a really nice mini golf course! It's free for campers but the public can come and pay to play. Crowds weren't an issue at the mini golf while we were there."
Playground options: Multiple campgrounds offer play areas for children. At Countryside Campground, "Kids trick or treated and all campers were very friendly. Due to cooler temps pool was closed. The small putt putt course was still open for kids to play. Playground was a hit for our 8yr and under kids."
Swimming areas: Swimming options range from pools to natural bodies of water. At Roundup Lake RV Resort, "Campsites surround a sizable lake which boasts inflatables as well as enough room for self-propelled water crafts (i.e. kayaks, paddleboards, etc)."
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Some sites present more difficulty than others. At Berlin RV Park & Campground, "We had difficulty leveling one night in lot 3 but traded to #4 the next night and did fine. The many pull thru lots looked like a good level base," notes one RV traveler.
Seasonal site selection: Countryside Campground offers varying experiences throughout their operating season. "We stayed a few nights on Tent site 4 and had a blast! Stop at Duma Meats to grill something delicious!" suggests a camper who appreciated the location's proximity to local specialty shops.
Road conditions: Access roads vary between campgrounds. At Roundup Lake RV Resort, "The 5 mph rule is strictly enforced, which is great. And it appears either due to our late in the season arrival or an increase in monitoring of nighttime activities, older, negative reviews we came across have been remedied."
