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West Branch State Park Campground offers horseback riding trails among its 5,000-acre grounds. The park maintains specific horse camping sections that can accommodate equestrian visitors with their mounts, though tent campers are sometimes allowed in these designated equestrian areas. The campground features clean facilities, including bathrooms with showers and outdoor sinks for washing dishes. The horse camping area is located in the back section of the campground, providing some separation from the main camping loops. Some horse campers have noted concerns about non-equestrian campers using the horse camping areas, as this can create safety issues with children running around horses that may spook.
The park's bridle trails extend approximately 20 miles and are shared with snowmobilers during winter months. Riders can access these trails directly from the horse camping area, making it convenient for daily rides without trailering. Water access is available throughout the park, with the 2,650-acre lake offering additional recreation opportunities. West Branch requires reservations for campsites, which can be made up to six months in advance. Horse campers should note that while the designated equestrian areas don't offer the full hookups found in other sections of the campground, they provide essential facilities for those traveling with horses. The camp hosts in the equestrian area work to educate non-horse campers about appropriate behavior around horses and maintain the cleanliness of the area.
"The bathrooms are clean and include a laundry and sinks outside to wash your dishes. Campground hosts and staff are friendly and helpful. Sites are roomy and clean. Lots of variety."
"There is no WiFi and barely one bar of cell service; your best internet access is at the nice public library 7 miles away in Ravenna Sand beach is an easy walk from all camp sites and boat trailers can"
from $30 - $52 / night
Check Availability"This park is one of my favorites in Ohio at this time. Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a fog park next to the lake."
"They told me Ohio State Parks were voted #1 in the US. Well there is a reason for that. Beautiful, clean, great spots, not a bad site in the entire park."
from $27 - $80 / night
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- 6 electric sites
- 44 non-electric sites
- Dump station
- No showers; no flush toilets
- Pets are permitted on all sites
Equestrian"
"I live near by to this state park and have spent much time exploring the entirety of it."
from $23 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Took the kids on the horse ride and they loved it. All staff were very friendly. Would def recommend anyone to go."
TravelerYou need to make reservations well in advance for the “primo” sites. The bathrooms are clean and include a laundry and sinks outside to wash your dishes. Campground hosts and staff are friendly and helpful. Sites are roomy and clean. Lots of variety. If you’re into hiking, disc golf, kayaking, fishing, equestrian pursuits, etc, this is the park for you.
Traveler3 Immaculate bath houses all with laundry facilities, all sites have electric (no f-ing generators) and many have have water and sewer hook ups. There is no WiFi and barely one bar of cell service; your best internet access is at the nice public library 7 miles away in Ravenna Sand beach is an easy walk from all camp sites and boat trailers can be parked on your camp site Boat launch has a big trailer parking lot, too. There are hiking, equestrian and mountain biking trails in the park and launching off paddle boards is ok at the boat launch or the nearby beach Friendly staff and camp hosts!
RangerThis park is one of my favorites in Ohio at this time. Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a fog park next to the lake.
GuideFirst time here. They told me Ohio State Parks were voted #1 in the US. Well there is a reason for that. Beautiful, clean, great spots, not a bad site in the entire park. Wood is dry and cheap right outside the park entrance. Bass fishing is top notch on the lake. I would definitely come back here again and again.
LegendRanger Review: Morsel Spork at West Branch State Park
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This state park was very welcome after our first two unlucky Ohio state park experiences. We had no trouble pulling in at 3 pm on a Sunday after Labor Day with no reservations and snagging a very nice spot (Site 50 backs up to Kirwan Reservoir). There are two loops that are on Jay Lake where there is a beach; it was understandable that there weren’t any water view spots that had not been reserved here. A very quiet park that is well-maintained with lots of amenities. Even the rumbling of the nearby trains was on the quiet side! Nice playground with toy stocked sandpit, volleyball net, cheap laundry ($3 per load, wash and dry), dishwashing sinks, showers, and clean bathrooms. There was even a step stool for kids to be able to reach the sinks. A staffed store(9am-7pm on Sunday, 11am-7pm Monday– Thursday and 9 am– 8:30 pm on Saturday) with basic supplies and, of course, t-shirts and sweatshirts. Some of the sites have a slight grade so be cautious when selecting. Many trees that provide separation between sites. Several short hiking trails. A side note: I only saw one non-Ohio license plate besides ours in the entire park, almost like it is an Ohio secret (not anymore!)
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**Product Review: **
As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I have the opportunity to test products. At this campground, I tested the large Morsel Spork from Outdoor Element. I have to admit that when I unpacked my box from Outdoor Elements, I was surprised at how LONG our morsel sporks were(we have other sporks that are much shorter so I was expecting these to be a similar size) but then I saw a photo of someone using it with their freeze-dried meal and it was an aha moment! No need to dirty another dish because this mighty spork can reach to the bottom of the pouch with no problem! These sporks are also sturdier than others we have used. The rubber scraper edge is a nice touch – would be great for getting the last delicious bits of meals from the freeze-dried meal pouches and I’m thinking also in glass or plastic containers. A very nice addition to our camping tools.
TravelerFamily Campground on Leslie Road [map]
Equestrian Camp on Sprucevale Road
Group Camp on Sprucevale Road
LegendHere's what's great about this campground situated at an easy drive from major cities like Columbus and Cleveland...its scenic, a fully loaded campground with bathhouses, parks, hiking paths, swimming resivoir with boat rental...we highly recommend renting a pontoon for the day and hanging out in the resivoir for swimming and lounging! It's both relaxing and nice to get away from the beach crowd!
ScoutStayed in two different areas of West Branch State Park while visiting Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Very impressed with large, clean bath houses, including fully private showers. Sites were very large and spread out, visit bing lots of nice privacy. Though we did not take advantage, the park also offered horse bridle trails, mountain biking and water activities on the lake. What a gem!
GuideWe just got back from our first trip to Mosquito Lake State Park Campground. All in all, it was a great experience.
We stayed in site 67, which is a waterfront site, with electric. The water is about 25 yards from the pad, but is visible from the entire site. The site was spacious, but not as private as some of the others. There is some woods between this site and the sites on either side, but other sites are visible. The fire pits and picnic tables were staggered, so it created some distance to make it feel more private.
The campground as a whole, was very quiet. We stayed from Wednesday to Friday. The group next to us seemed a little rowdy when we first pulled in, but by 10:00 there was no noise anywhere near us.
Most sites seemed pretty level from side to side, but where we were, several had a slope from front to back. Away from the waterfront, most sites looked pretty level. The amount of space between sites varied from site to site. Some sites had woods on both sides, while others were pretty open. Some had nice large grassy areas, others were much smaller. Sites from 214-224 are in a cul de sac and are water front, but they were pretty close together with very little privacy between sites, if any. They are very close to the water though.
There are bathrooms and water scatter about, but from what I saw there was only 1 shower house.
Wal-mart and other shopping and restaurants were about 3 miles away. Park was easy to get to, only one turn for us off the highway. Lake was great for kayaking and paddleboarding. Very nice dog park in a different part of the park. There is a boat launch accessible from inside the campground.
Dump station has 2 lanes which was nice when checking out. Fresh water fill up was also located near the dump station.
West Branch State Park offers designated equestrian camping areas within its 5,000-acre grounds. Approximately 20 miles of bridle trails connect to the horse camping sites, allowing riders direct trail access without trailering. The campground sits in Portage County near Hiram, Ohio at elevations ranging from 950-1,100 feet. Winter temperatures typically range from 20-35°F, while summer months average 70-85°F.
Trail riding access: At West Branch State Park Campground, riders can easily access the park's trail system from the camping areas. "We played some disc golf and went geocaching... We also took the inflatable kayaks out on the lake twice and it was so smooth and clear," notes camper Andrea F.
Water recreation: The 2,650-acre lake at West Branch provides multiple recreation options. "Great site! Shaded lots of space semi private area. Right off the water with area to tie boat for easy water access," shares Katelyn P., highlighting the convenience for boaters.
Hiking opportunities: Beaver Creek State Park offers direct trail connections to the North Country National Scenic Trail. A camper notes, "Lots of trails to choose from and the pioneer village in the state park gives you many options to spend the day."
Waterfront camping: At Mosquito Lake State Park Campground, campers appreciate the lake access. "We chose this state park because it was close and had good reviews. Great atmosphere and nicely wooded lots," shares Joe F., who visited with his family.
Privacy between sites: West Branch campsites offer good spacing. "West Branch has private, spacious, shady sites. We can launch our kayaks right from our campsite," reports Alisa G., who makes reservations six months in advance for waterside sites.
Campsite amenities: Many campsites feature fire rings and tables. "The site was huge," reports Darren R. about Mosquito Lake State Park Campground, noting that while they "didn't have water access," the park offers "plenty of sites with access and a boat ramp."
Reservation requirements: West Branch requires advance planning. "Make reservations! (6 months in advance). Waterside sites fill up quickly," advises Alisa G., who visits annually.
Site leveling challenges: Some sites require equipment for leveling. "Our site was labeled slight slope. That was a joke... front to back we had to lower the front 15 inches," shares Andrea F., describing their experience at West Branch.
Water limitations: At Beaver Creek State Park Campground, water restrictions apply. "They are on a well so there is limited water and they don't allow you to fill up your on board tank. Make sure you fill up before you go!" warns one camper.
Kid-friendly activities: West Branch offers family programming. "An ice cream social is held on Saturday evenings that my children always love to attend," mentions Alisa G., highlighting one of the organized activities.
Playground access: Beaver Creek State Park features play areas for children. "We got a site near the playground, which my 3 year old enjoyed," shares Matt H., adding that they "laid in our tent dozing off to the sounds of owls and coyotes!"
Nature exploration: Parks in the region offer educational opportunities for children. At Mosquito Lake, a camper noted the "epic playground for kids. If your kids are 8 and under they'll love the nature playground and nets provided to catch critters."
Site selection considerations: RVers should research site specifications before booking. "If I were to go back I would definitely kayaking if the water is at the right level," notes a camper at Beaver Creek, adding that some areas have "original buildings from the pioneer days" nearby.
Hookup availability: Canton / East Sparta KOA Holiday offers full-service sites. "Great family owned KOA. Horseback riding on site," comments Lisa D., who returns "at least 1x per year" with her four children.
Campground navigation: RVers should note access restrictions at some parks. "There is a road in the park (Echo Dell Road) that RV's/Trailers can't go on so make sure you approach this campground from Leslie Road!" warns a Beaver Creek camper.
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