Campgrounds near Montpelier, Ohio offer travelers access to lakes and wooded settings within the flat terrain of northwestern Ohio and neighboring Michigan and Indiana. Most camping options sit within 30-45 minutes of Montpelier along major travel routes including the Ohio Turnpike and I-69. The region's camping season runs primarily April through October with limited year-round options.
What to do
Kayaking on lakes: Twin Mills Camping Resort provides access to water recreation with "a lake access point with a beach area" where visitors can enjoy paddling. According to a reviewer, "[there's] a dock" making it easy to launch watercraft.
Swimming options: Angola/Hogback Lake KOA Holiday features both natural and constructed swimming areas. One visitor notes, "They have a new pool and lazy river which is fantastic. There's an inflatable obstacle course on the lake."
Disc golf courses: Happy Acres Campground offers on-site recreation without leaving the property. A reviewer mentioned they "enjoyed the pool, pickleball and walking the trails. Has a 9hole disc golf" course available to campers.
Wildlife viewing: Several campgrounds are located near nature preserves. While staying at Angola/Hogback Lake KOA Holiday, a camper noted there are "Many things to do in the area Wild Winds Buffalo Preserve, Pokagon State Park(hiking, biking and horseback riding), Amish communities close by, Black Pine Animal Sanctuary."
What campers like
Privacy options: Harrison Lake State Park Campground offers varying levels of seclusion depending on which section you choose. A camper explains, "The North Campground has larger sites spaced a bit apart to afford you some privacy (or at least as much as you can expect at a state park campground)."
Clean facilities: Visitors consistently mention the well-maintained washrooms. As one Harrison Lake State Park Campground camper noted, "The bathrooms were scrupulously clean and always available without a line."
Pet-friendly features: Dog owners appreciate dedicated pet areas at several campgrounds. At Angola/Hogback Lake KOA Holiday, a visitor mentioned, "There is a dog park for walking the dog but with so much driveway I just walk the dog around the park. They have several dog bag stations around the park to make clean up easy."
Seasonal activities: Many campgrounds offer special events during peak times. A visitor at Twin Mills Camping Resort enjoyed the "addition to a golf cart parade that the participants tossed dog treats for the dogs. Was a very nice touch."
What you should know
Site layout variations: At some RV sites near Montpelier, Ohio, the configuration may impact your experience. At Twin Mills, one camper noted "the unit beside us obviously was a seasonal and had placed their unit horizontally in the space which made sitting outside awkward."
Electrical capacity issues: Some campgrounds experience power problems during peak usage. At Harbor Cove RV Resort, a camper reported they "struggled to stay for 1 night as we had to keep hitting the Circuit Breaker every 5-10 minutes" because "their box couldn't handle the power."
Limited hiking options: While water recreation is abundant, trail systems can be limited. A Harrison Lake visitor mentioned the hiking trail "wasn't well-marked and seemed to just be a series of connections through some woods, down roads, and across parts of the developed areas of the park."
Road proximity: Some camping areas lack buffer zones from traffic. At Harrison Lake, "throughout both campgrounds, there are sites on the outer edge that are next to a main road with nothing but a small, wooden split-rail fence dividing the state park from the outside world."
Tips for camping with families
Choose activity-rich campgrounds: Kids benefit from on-site recreation options. Twin Mills offers "Pool, Clubhouse, Basketball, Volleyball, Picnic tables, Fire rings, Trash, Playground, Lake access, Beach area, Dock, Cabins, Tent sites."
Consider yurt rentals: For families wanting to camp without equipment, Harrison Lake State Park Campground has alternatives. A visitor shared, "We rented a yurt as a local weekend escape. Our kids loved the yurt. It was nice with a little mini fridge and 4 double beds."
Bike-friendly campgrounds: Many children enjoy cycling around campgrounds. At Twin Mills, a visitor noted it's "really fun for families, nice pool and bathrooms, putt putt, bring your bikes."
Plan for varying site sizes: Family groups need adequate space. At Harrison Lake, "The South Campground has smaller sites that were much more closely packed together" while "The North Campground has larger sites spaced a bit apart."
Tips from RVers
Full-hookup availability: RV camping options near Montpelier vary in service levels. At Moscow Maples RV Park, "The sites were grassy and mostly level. Trees added shade throughout."
Internet access considerations: Connectivity varies significantly between campgrounds. At Angola/Hogback Lake KOA, a camper reported, "All the services you would want are here and they have a workable mesh wifi system. Another plus is that a Verizon and ATT cell tower is <2 miles away."
Site surface types: Different campgrounds offer varying parking surfaces. A visitor at Moscow Maples noted, "This is a smaller campground with some full timers or seasonal campers. We stayed a week and enjoyed our time there."
Weather readiness: The region experiences significant rainfall at times. At Moscow Maples, one camper shared, "We had lots of rain so we didn't get outside as much as we wanted."
