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Tar Hollow State Park Campground accommodates pets at all campsites including tent, RV, and cabin options near Laurelville. The park's pet policy permits dogs throughout the campground with standard leash requirements. Campers staying with pets appreciate the park's natural setting, with spacious sites providing room for pets to relax while remaining secured. The campground features both electric and non-electric options for pet owners, with many sites offering fire rings and picnic tables where pets can rest nearby. Nearby Palmerosa Horse & Hike Campground also welcomes pets at its 44 sites, making it another solid option for camping with dogs in the area. Most campgrounds maintain basic pet requirements—keeping animals leashed, cleaning up waste, and preventing excessive barking, especially during quiet hours.
Dog-friendly trails throughout the Hocking Hills region provide excellent exercise opportunities for pets during camping trips. Pine Lake at Tar Hollow offers shoreline access where leashed pets can cool off, though swimming areas have specific regulations regarding pets. The campground's natural setting allows for plenty of wildlife encounters, requiring pet owners to keep animals secure to avoid unwanted interactions with local fauna. The primitive campsite area at North Ridge offers a more secluded experience for tent campers with dogs, though pet owners should note the sites require carrying gear uphill from the parking area. Some campers report the non-electric sites feel really remote, providing a true nature experience for visitors with pets looking to escape more developed camping areas.
"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."
from $20 - $70 / night
Check Availability"The campground is about 2-3 acres large, situated on a hill with a path dug out around the perimeter. "
"Nice access to trails. Beach area is clean & small little lake. Nature center & lots of activities near the camp store. Trails are not marked well."
from $27 - $75 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $25 - $40 / night
Check Availability"The tent site was decently secluded and near a nice small pond. The campground put on a free BBQ for all of the guests one of the nights! It was very good and well thought out."
"It’s located very close to Hocking Hills State Park. Some of the tent sites are on an incline, but the RV site we had (site 24) was very spacious. There’s a a nice pool and nature trails."
"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."
"Plenty of food spots just north on the highway exit we stopped at Milstone BBQ. Plenty of fun hikes in Hocking Hills State park."
"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.."
"Stacked Stones has a very nice location and the camp hosts/owners are wonderful. They truly make you feel like family."
"Plenty of nearby trails. Since it was so quiet in campground I saw wildlife like deer, turkeys, and they must have a resident pileated woodpecker because I keep seeing it."
from $25 - $70 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $25 - $35 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $25 - $45 / night
Check Availability"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."
TravelerOnly 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.
LegendLots 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
ScoutVery 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.
LegendThis was a last minute reservation and only available due to a cancellation. The campground was full for the weekend. The campground is pretty big with different types of sites. Some are smaller, close to neighbors while other have seclusion with trees. From past experience, if it rains, some of the sites do flood. We had great weather this weekend. The site we reserved had a hill right next to the passenger side/door side of your camper. If you had a big camper, it might be tight to open your slides and an awning. You most likely would not sit right outside your camper door. In fact, the fire ring is behind the site and up a small hill. We set up our ez-up in the back and out of the way, it worked for us. There was also a path that led you into the playground. Speaking of playgrounds, you will hear a lot of kids if the weather is nice. We were right across from the camp host (very nice lady) and very short walk to the bathhouse. The bathhouse had 4 flushable toilets and I think 3 showers. The showers did not have benches in the stall, only on the outside directly across. With a full campground, the bathrooms were kept very clean with the amount of people using it. We walked around and noticed a lot of bathhouses and another playground. We took a hike that led us to the lodge - it was an in and out and just under 5 miles. On our way back we stopped at the camp store which was well stocked with items you may need or not. There is a putt putt course, frisbee disc course, horse trails, dog park, nature center, golf course and more trails nearby. There are plenty of things to do if you like to keep busy or are trying to keep kids entertained. (The bees and stinkbugs were out and about while we were there.)
GuideThis 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.
TravelerWe 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. The hiking trails are nice but very muddy after the rain. Lots of geocasches in the area on the trails in Wayne national forest. The docks have near constant traffic but it's not super busy. Just a car every few hours. There were fishermen there most of the night when we were there.
ScoutWhile the campsite only provides water when compared to the burr oak state campgrounds you really can’t beat the price. On top of that they are allowing walk ins, while burr oak requires making reservations. It is a short drive from the beach and It does have hiking trails to the lake for scenic pictures and bonding moments with your children and pets
GuidePeaceful nice place, pets okay. I'd recommend it.
TravelerWe enjoyed our 3 night stay here! Some sites are full hook up, some sites are electric and water, and some are primitive. The dump station is easily accessible if you need it. 5 acres with everything we could need. The owners were amazing. Very friendly and helpful! They had only owned the campground for 2 weeks and were in the process of making several improvements. The shower house and bathrooms were clean and adequate. There is a small playground for kids. It is pet friendly. There is a nice sized pool for summer (we camped in October so it was closed for the season). Located within a short drive (about 10 miles/15 minutes) from everything Hocking Hills has to offer. There is even a restaurant close by that will deliver to your campsite. Kroger and Walmart are within 5-7 minutes driving for supplies. The only downside is that it is close to a highway so at night you can hear the traffic. This didn’t bother us so much but might be a problem for some.
Lake Hope State Park sits at an elevation of about 675 feet within the unglaciated Allegheny Plateau near Laurelville, Ohio. The surrounding 29,000-acre Zaleski State Forest creates a dense woodland environment with distinctly hilly terrain that differs from Ohio's northern regions. Winter camping in this area typically experiences average lows of 24°F in January, while summer brings comfortable 70-85°F daytime temperatures with higher humidity levels.
Hiking the fire tower trail: At Tar Hollow State Park, visitors can access several challenging trails including the path to the fire tower. "The Buckeye Trail (accessed from the trail below the dam, 1.5 miles up to the Fire Tower), and the Logan Trail loop in the state forest" are popular options according to Jonathan W., who recommends these routes for "committed outdoors people" looking for more adventurous terrain.
Kayaking on Lake Logan: Campbell Cove Camping offers excellent water access for paddlers. "Kayaking on the lake is amazing and hiking is abundant. Beautiful sunset view," writes Ann H. The campground's lake access makes it ideal for water activities, with many sites offering direct views of the water.
Swimming in the natural areas: Many campgrounds feature swimming options beyond the typical pool experience. At Lake Hope State Park, "Pine lake is a beautiful little spot to fish, rent a paddle boat, or just relax. There is also a pretty spacious beach area," according to Dave V., who appreciates the park's natural swimming areas.
Exploring historic sites: The region features interesting historical locations for educational outings. "Hope furnace is just outside the campground and next to the first 'put-in' for the lake. As history buffs will know that Ohio was one of the nation's leading iron producers back in the day," explains Dave V. about Lake Hope State Park's historical significance.
Secluded tent sites: North Ridge campground at Tar Hollow State Park Campground offers dedicated tent camping areas with minimal development. "The north ridge campground is in an entirely separate area of the park than the RVs and there aren't many campsites, so in that way it feels a little more remote and secluded," reports Sydney, who appreciated the separation from the more developed camping areas.
Night sky viewing: The limited light pollution in this region makes for excellent stargazing opportunities. Jonathan W. notes that at Tar Hollow, "If you're lucky and have no clouds, there is virtually no light pollution and you can see the Milky Way," making it an excellent option for astronomy enthusiasts or families wanting to experience natural darkness.
Well-maintained facilities: Many campers appreciate the cleanliness of A.W. Marion State Park Campground, particularly the bathrooms. "The bathrooms seemed clean (didn't use them but did look inside), and the camper hosts were nice," writes Aaron S., adding that the park was "nice and quiet" during their stay.
Pet-friendly hiking trails: Numerous dog friendly campgrounds near Laurelville offer extensive trail systems where pets are welcome. At Campbell Cove Camping, visitors appreciate that "This is a very nice campground near all of the attractions of Hocking Hills, Ohio," as Kevin C. notes, with trails accessible for pets on leash throughout the park system.
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