Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Geneva, OH

Hocking Hills State Park Campground permits pets on all sites with standard leash restrictions and designated pet waste stations throughout the grounds. Pet owners bring animals to cabins, RV sites, and tent camping areas as long as they follow campground regulations regarding animal supervision. Campsites feature picnic tables and fire rings where campers can relax with their pets during evening hours. The park enforces quiet hours to minimize barking disruptions for neighboring campers. Campgrounds typically request pets remain on leashes no longer than six feet when outside accommodations. The sites along the river are beautiful and provide good access for dogs that enjoy swimming with proper supervision.

Dogs find excellent exercise opportunities on the nearby trail systems, though regulations require leashes throughout hiking areas to protect wildlife and other visitors. Most campgrounds provide dedicated pet waste stations and require owners to clean up after their animals. Primitive camping areas along the Hocking River accommodate pets with portapotties nearby and access to water for drinking and swimming. Pet owners should bring appropriate supplies including waste bags, food bowls, and sufficient water for their animals. Wildlife encounters remain possible in these areas, so proper supervision of pets prevents unwanted interactions with local fauna. The shower facilities at campground entrance points allow for cleaning muddy paws after trail hikes. Veterinary services are available in nearby towns should emergency care become necessary during camping trips.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Geneva, Ohio (86)

    1. Hocking Hills State Park Campground

    109 Reviews
    South Bloomingville, OH
    17 miles
    Website

    $29 - $46 / night

    "This walk in camp ground was located just minutes from Old Man’s Cave. It’s a family friendly and pet friendly camp ground. Our stay was quiet and relaxing."

    "There are trails all over the park. Can be a bit busy during the warmer months. The park is pet friendly and has a nice nature center before you hike down to Old Man’s Cave."

    2. Campbell Cove Camping

    17 Reviews
    Logan, OH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 385-2994

    "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."

    "Our site was waterfront and also set away from other sites."

    3. Big Sycamore Family Campground

    8 Reviews
    Rockbridge, OH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 385-7120

    $25 - $45 / night

    "It is pet friendly. There is a nice sized pool for summer (we camped in October so it was closed for the season)."

    "Nice little campground right down the road from Lake Logan. Convenient to shopping nearby(Walmart and Kroger) About 10 miles from the caves and trails. Right off the highway. Good cheap firewood."

    4. Hocking River RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Logan, OH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 331-4840

    $15 - $40 / night

    "There was some mud where camper wheels were situated in the spot (needs material). Fire rings are not near RV but behind across the road on the river. Bath house is just ok - not great, not gross."

    "The river is small and is perfect to have a fire right next to. We also just went up the highway a little to a rafting rental place called murrys landing to raft down the river."

    5. Hocking Hills Camping & Canoe

    8 Reviews
    Rockbridge, OH
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 385-9764

    "River right next to us and port a potty near. Allows dogs. Showers are at the check in but they are nice."

    "Walked 8 miles with our dog and still have so much left to see. Will definitely be going back! Very quiet and clean campgrounds."

    6. Hocking Hills Canoe Livery

    6 Reviews
    Logan, OH
    8 miles
    Website

    $85 / night

    "We had around 40 people in our launch group. Cost is $45 per boat.

    River is quick moving and minimal effort is needed. However, there are a lot of shallow places and downed trees."

    "Located on the Hocking river the sites are very Private and not on top of each other. Aaron and Cindy are awesome people and make you feel very welcome."

    7. Hocking Hills KOA Holiday

    10 Reviews
    Logan, OH
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 385-4295

    "The one down side is the tent sites close to the bathrooms was crowded so if a little more privacy is wanted choose one a short distance away. All in all a nice place and I would return.."

    "From primitive tent sites tucked back in the woods to large RV sites with water/sewer/electric/cable hookups. We are first-time owners of a 29 ft Fifth Wheel and got a pull-through site."

    8. Lake Hope State Park Campground

    35 Reviews
    New Plymouth, OH
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 596-5253

    "Lake Hope State Park is the unsung hero of Logan county, Ohio. Hocking Hills State Park gets the crowds because of its amenities and closer proximity to Old Man's Cave...but..."

    "Lake Hope has plenty of recreational opportunities for everyone and the campground is close by! The campground is quiet and well kept."

    9. Burr Oak State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Glouster, OH
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 767-3683

    "We camped at both Dock 3 and Dock 2 with our dog, those are the only two areas that allow pets. At Dock 3 we were right on the water but dock 2 is probably 200 yards from the water."

    "Wayne National Forest shares the area with Burr Oak State Park near Glouster, Oh.

    Wayne National Forest is split into three areas in southeastern Ohio."

    10. A.W. Marion State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Circleville, OH
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 869-3124

    $21 - $25 / night

    "It's has a site right behind it, but has a nice size green space for an ez-up. The pad was a nice length and held our small camper and truck with room to spare."

    "There was also a path directly from our site that led to one of the hiking trails. Yay for us and our easy access; however, it also welcomed people to cut through your site."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Geneva, OH

754 Reviews of 86 Geneva Campgrounds


  • Joaquim P.
    Oct. 11, 2021

    Scioto-Grove Metro Park

    Can only stay there on Fridays and Saturdays

    Only weekend stays and it ends in wintertime. I’m sure it’s pretty and all, but it’s hard to find legit, free dispersed camping in Ohio! Oh well, rest stops always work for car camping.

  • Gary J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 12, 2018

    Alum Creek State Park Campground

    The dog’s favorite campground!

    This was the only park we’ve gone to this uear with both a large dog park AND a fenced in dog beach! Folks were friendly at the dog park with bunches of chairs set around like a conversation pit. Lots of water and dog tennis balls were available.

    The dog beach was fenced so your dog can be off leash. There is even a fenced in area out in the water to keep the pooches from swimming across the Lake chasing geese.

    The campground itself was quite nice and spacious. Some of the most private camping sites I’ve seen in Ohio. Shower facilities we a bit above average mad seemed to be looked after at least once a day (we were there in the off season).

    IMHO, one of the nicest campgrounds in the state.

  • B
    Sep. 23, 2020

    Cross Creek Camping Resort

    Very nice resort

    We stayed two nights here on our tour of Ohio. After staying in state parks, the narrow sites are close with no privacy. Our pull through site was on the (inner) road, so lots of golf carts, cars and campers passing by. All pull through sites are on the road side. The site is not level and our leveling system has the front wheels off the ground. Many full time units here beautiful patios and decor. Staff is nice and friendly. Trash pickup isn’t offered and the walk to dumpster would be excessive for unfit or handicapped. We would stay again. Amenities are clean, as described and dog Park is immaculate but small.

  • Marshall P.
    Apr. 13, 2021

    Alum Creek State Park Campground

    Beautiful State Park close to Columbus Ohio

    Alum Creek State Park is a beautiful park and great campground just outside the hustle and bustle of downtown Columbus and minutes away from attractions such as the Columbus Zoo.

    The campground has good sized sites and is wooded throughout with clean bath houses, well maintained roads, and easy access for big rigs.

    There is also a very nice dog park in the park including dog beaches with lake access for your pups to swim.

    We love this campground and the beautiful lake and appreciate the easy access to local attractions, shopping, and more.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 14, 2016

    Deer Creek State Park Campground

    Splish, splash

    Lots of room! Privacy, some sites have accommodations for several tents as well as full hook up for campers. Some are adjacent to the playground There are tons of things to do: Miniature golf Disc golf BMX trails Small dog park Golf course Horse camp

  • Vicki H.
    Oct. 1, 2018

    Alum Creek State Park Campground

    Would be 5 star except for this

    Alum Creek is just beautiful, nice sites, most of them are at least partially shaded, lots of woods, hiking trails, the lake, it is what I think of when I think of State Park campground camping in Ohio. There are a couple problems. 1. Only ONE little dump station. This is a big campground, so if you're leaving Sunday, you better get up at the crack of dawn to get to the station, otherwise be prepared to wait in a long long line of RV's. We by-passed the long line and stopped at a different State Park campground on the way home and paid 10.00 to use their dump station. 2. They never answer their phone at the campground office. I mean NEVER. If you have a question you will just have to deal with the reserveamerica people who really know nothing other than what they read on the campground website. So basically you know as much as they do. It's maddening. We will go back, but it's a 2 hour drive so it won't be anytime soon.

  • J
    Sep. 9, 2018

    Alum Creek State Park Campground

    Alum Creek State Park Campground

    great state park campground. There are some full hook ups but mostly just electric. They have pancake breakfast on Saturday mornings through summer and doughnuts on Sunday. Helpful camphost. There is a campground beach and boat launch. Lost of hiking paths in the campground and in the park area. A great dog park with lake entrance for the pups. tmThere is also some mountain bike trails. Plenty to do for everyone.

  • M
    May. 31, 2018

    Deer Creek State Park Campground

    One you will always return to

    Very clean, well maintained. A lot of nearby activity, private and open sites, lake, beach, trails, marina, bikes, putt putt, dog park, playground, laundry, water close, electric at sites, many "comfort stations" "wash houses" so not far from one.

  • Dee S.
    Jun. 15, 2018

    Alum Creek State Park Campground

    Beautiful State Park with extra perks for the Dogs

    In addition to having a pretty lake, lovely campsites that are spread apart nicely, clean facilities, lots of shade, boat ramps, etc.. this park is unique for it's Dog Park facility.

    2 large fenced in field areas. One for small dogs, and one for large. There is enough room for several games of dog frisbee to happen at once. Then, there are 2 large fenced in areas for lake access. Balls, dog doo bags, trash bins.. all there. Lots of shade, water fountains, and plenty of running room. I can't rave about this park enough!

    The only downside is there is poison ivy lacing the trail from the campsite down to the water, and the Dog Park portion is about 2 miles from the campsites.

    Alum Creek State Park

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Guide to Geneva

If you're looking for a great spot to camp with your furry friends near Geneva, Ohio, there are several welcoming campgrounds that cater to pets and provide a fantastic outdoor experience.

Pet owners like spacious sites and amenities

Dog owners appreciate the variety of activities

Tips for camping with dogs near Geneva

  • Always keep your dog on a leash at Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet when visiting Hocking River RV Park, as amenities may be limited in some areas.
  • Make sure to clean up after your dog at Hocking Hills KOA Holiday to maintain the campground's cleanliness and keep it pet-friendly for everyone.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Geneva, OH is Hocking Hills State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 109 reviews.

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