Camping near Lakemore, Ohio offers access to both the Portage Lakes chain and Cuyahoga Valley National Park within a 25-mile radius. Northeast Ohio's camping season typically runs April through October, with average summer temperatures between 75-85°F. Most Lakemore area rv campgrounds provide sites on gravel pads with varying degrees of shade coverage and proximity to fishing waters.
What to do
Fishing at multiple lakes: Kool Lakes Family RV Park offers camping directly on the water with excellent fishing access. "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," reports one camper at Kool Lakes Family RV Park.
Explore Amish Country: Many campgrounds serve as convenient bases for experiencing Ohio's Amish communities. "The park is in Amish areas so there is plenty of shopping to do," notes a winter visitor to Evergreen Park RV Resort. Another camper adds that Berlin RV Park provides "easy access to shopping and food and other great experiences like the large cuckoo clock in Sugar Creek."
Hiking trails: Several campgrounds connect to regional trail systems. "The Buckeye trail connects to the footpath down to the reservoir," explains a visitor at Countryside Campground, making it easy to explore the surrounding landscape without driving.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness stands out across multiple campgrounds. "SPOTLESS bathrooms and I mean SPOTLESS," emphasizes one camper at Berlin RV Park & Campground. Another notes, "The bathrooms, showers and laundry areas were very clean. There also was not an issue with biting insects - none of us got a mosquito bite during our stay here."
Camping near water: Access to lakes and reservoirs ranks highly among visitor preferences. "We spent a long weekend in a pull thru site. The bathrooms were clean, the showers were nice and the pool was well kept," reports a visitor at Countryside Campground who appreciated the "nice path through the woods down to the reservoir, where you can fish and kayak."
Winter camping options: While most campgrounds close for winter, some remain open. "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," shares a winter visitor at Berlin RV Park & Campground.
What you should know
Water quality varies: Water issues affect some campgrounds more severely than others. "I spent hundreds of dollars trying to filter and clean up the water to no avail. It damages everything," reports a long-term visitor at Woodside Lake Park regarding iron and sulfur content.
Limited tent camping: Most rv campgrounds Lakemore, Ohio area primarily accommodate RVs with limited tent options. "The 9 tent sites are very large and spacious. It is mostly an established RV Park," notes a camper at Countryside Campground.
Seasonal activities: Swimming areas typically close after Labor Day regardless of weather. "Pools/lakes are likely closed to swimming most years anyway, but given the size and amenities this campground boasts, I feel it must be a real attractive campground for families during the summer," mentions a September visitor at Roundup Lake RV Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming and water activities: Children enjoy lake-based recreation at several campgrounds. "The swimming pond has inflatables and boat rentals. There's good fishing, and typically lots of activities," shares a regular visitor at Woodside Lake Park.
Recreational facilities: Many campgrounds offer dedicated play areas. "Great activities including mini golf, pool, jumping pad and frisbee golf. Cabins and RV spots available and the staff is friendly, grounds are clean and nicely kept," reports a visitor at Whispering Hills Jellystone RV Park.
Educational opportunities: Nearby Amish Country provides cultural learning experiences. "If you have a spot in the rear you will hear the clop-clop of horse & buggy, and the nearby sheep," mentions a camper at Evergreen Park RV Resort, highlighting natural educational opportunities for children.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Many campgrounds require significant leveling equipment. "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," explains a visitor at Berlin RV Park & Campground.
Hookup configurations: Utility placement varies between campgrounds. "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," notes a visitor at Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground.
Access considerations: Interior roads and site access present challenges at some locations. "Advice - get there early or you'll have many vehicles and campers to watch for as you back in!" cautions a visitor at Countryside Campground regarding the tight site configuration.
