RV campgrounds near Malta, Ohio offer full hookup options and varied terrain along the Muskingum and Hocking Rivers. Sites range from spacious riverside locations to more compact settings with electric, water, and sewer connections. Summer visitors can take advantage of water recreation while winter campers will find select year-round facilities with maintained shower buildings despite colder temperatures.
What to do
Kayaking from camp sites: Rivers Edge Campground provides riverside tent sites with direct water access. "The tent sites are right next to the water and there is a beach and dock nearby also. If you decide to rent a kayak they will even drop you off upstream to start your trip," notes Ken P.
Swimming in campground lakes: Lakeview RV Park features a small swimming lake with additional water activities. "Small swimming lake! Canoe rental and jet pack 'skiing,'" reports Robin R., highlighting the varied water recreation options available.
Hiking nearby trails: Campers at Shadow Lake RV Resort can access several trails both on-property and nearby. "There are several ponds located on the property and trails meander along and around the 100 acre property. We see deer almost every evening. There are a couple hiking trails nearby (Piatt Park and Raven's Rock) which have incredible rock formations in the gorges," explains Darla.
What campers like
River views and wildlife watching: Rivers Edge Campground offers scenic morning views. "On our last day she brought us warm cinnamon rolls and coffee. We enjoyed them by our fire as we watched the mist gently float over the water," shares Eric S.
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-kept amenities. "The shower house was clean and freshly painted," notes Ken P. about Rivers Edge, while Darla mentions that Shadow Lake's owners "are enhancing the amenities."
Peaceful atmosphere: Harris RV Park provides tranquil camping directly on the Ohio River. "Right on the Ohio River with full hookup for $25 a night! Full hookup alone is worth more than 25 bucks," states Clean Slate D., highlighting the value and location.
What you should know
Highway noise concerns: Hocking River RV Park sits adjacent to State Route 33. "It's also right alongside State Route 33, so you hear freeway traffic constantly. Trucks and motorcycles woke me up all night, AND there is a train track right across the river (about 200 yards away)," reports Megan M.
Site spacing and size differences: Some campgrounds have tightly packed sites. "The sites are very close together- one family moved in late at night practically on top of me- their tent was literally 4 feet from my picnic table," shares a Hocking River RV Park visitor, while others like Ashland RV Park offer "large sites" according to James P.
Bathroom maintenance fluctuations: Weekend crowding affects facility upkeep. "Flush toilets, which worked fine Friday and Saturday, but all of the women's toilets were clogged by Sunday morning, and the shower house needs to be hosed down," reports one camper about peak usage periods.
Tips for camping with families
Consider campground activities: Hocking River RV Park lacks dedicated children's facilities. "No playground which made camping with kids very uneventful for them," notes Bryatt S., suggesting families might need to plan external activities.
River access challenges: Despite riverside locations, access can be difficult. "Figured we'd bring some swim suits since it's on the river but there really wasn't any way to the river as the bank was about 5 feet up," explains Bryatt S. about Hocking River RV Park.
Check for hospitality touches: Stockport RV Park (formerly Katie's Duds and Suds) staff receives consistently positive feedback. "George and Dwight are awesome people, a pleasure doing business," reports James M., suggesting family-friendly service.
Tips from RVers
Water fill logistics: Some campgrounds have inconvenient water fill locations. "The water is after you pull in so you have to pull in fill up and go back around to your spot," explains Joseph E. about Hocking River RV Park's setup.
Pull-through navigation: Blennerhassett RV Park offers easy site access. "I called when I was on my way, he gave me a space number, and I was able to go straight to it," reports Aly M., highlighting the straightforward check-in process.
Leveling preparation: Tamara W. notes at Hocking River RV Park, "pull through spots require a little bit of maneuvering with big rig (43' fifth wheel). There was some mud where camper wheels were situated in the spot (needs material)." Bring additional leveling blocks for potentially uneven sites.
