Best Campgrounds near New Concord, OH

The rolling hills surrounding New Concord, Ohio feature a diverse range of camping options within a 30-mile radius. Salt Fork State Park Campground, Ohio's largest state park at nearly 20,000 acres, anchors the region with over 200 sites offering electric hookups and lake access. Smaller state parks like Wolf Run and Dillon provide alternatives with varying levels of amenities. Jesse Owens State Park, formerly AEP ReCreation Land, offers more primitive camping experiences at locations like Sand Hollow and Hook Lake. Most campgrounds in the area feature water access, with many sites positioned around lakes or along rivers, accommodating both tent and RV camping with hookup options ranging from primitive to full-service.

Weather conditions vary significantly by season, with summer bringing warm temperatures ideal for water recreation and winter potentially bringing snow and challenging road conditions. According to campers, spring can be particularly muddy at many sites. Most state park campgrounds remain open year-round, though amenities may be limited during winter months. Cell service varies considerably throughout the region, with Verizon typically providing the most reliable coverage. As one camper noted at Wolf Run State Park: "Great smaller park with easy access to the interstate. The water is clearer than most lakes here in Ohio, and the campsites wrap around the lake, so most of them are very close to the water."

Lakeside sites receive consistently high ratings across the region's campgrounds, with fishing and boating opportunities being major attractions. Salt Fork Lake features a spring-fed water supply and trails leading to historical sites including an old stone house and accessible caves. Several campgrounds offer boat rentals, with kayaking particularly popular at Wolf Run's smaller, no-wake lake. Shade availability varies significantly between campgrounds and specific sites, with many campers noting limited tree cover at some state parks. Bathroom and shower facilities range widely in quality and maintenance, from newly renovated facilities at locations like Atwood Lake Park to more basic amenities elsewhere. Road noise can be an issue at some campgrounds, particularly those near highways or county roads.

Best Camping Sites Near New Concord, Ohio (146)

    1. Salt Fork State Park Campground

    36 Reviews
    Kimbolton, OH
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 432-1508

    $23 - $34 / night

    "**Salt Fork State Park of Ohio is for individual, couples or group camping. Salt Fork lake is natural spring fed water supply that fills this lake."

    "Backed up to the woods, has a view of the lake, shade, privacy, hammock trees, medium size, electric, bathroom directly across the street, water and grey water dump directly across the street."

    2. Dillon State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    Nashport, OH
    20 miles
    Website

    "I camped at this state park in the very scenic rolling hills of central Ohio on a hot and sunny weekend and was happy to find plenty of shade."

    "I have been extremely disappointed with Ohio State Park campgrounds."

    3. Wolf Run State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Caldwell, OH
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 732-5035

    "Great smaller park, (1,000+acre) with easy access to the interstate. My Grandsons Love that the water is clearer than most lakes here in Ohio!!"

    "Lots of Ohio farmland countryside though. There is a nice size lake in the middle of Wolf Run so everything is based around it. Watch the traffic when driving from one area to another."

    4. National Road Campground

    8 Reviews
    Zanesville, OH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 819-0226

    $35 / night

    5. Spring Valley Campground

    5 Reviews
    Cambridge, OH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 439-9291

    $32 - $38 / night

    "We stayed one night on our way out west and this place was not far from the highway and it was super quiet. Perfect restful night it’s just what we needed."

    6. Fish Farm Camp

    4 Reviews
    Cumberland, OH
    11 miles
    +1 (740) 421-1221

    $25 / night

    "Found this location last minute. Booking and directions were super easy. Met the owner who is a real nice guy. Beautiful views, great fishing, and a super clean set up."

    "Great fishing and a beautiful lake. We are planning another trip soon."

    7. Sand Hollow (Campground C) — Jesse Owens State Park

    12 Reviews
    McConnelsville, OH
    18 miles
    Website

    "It's not listed on maps, but it is right across the way from hook lake, there is an access road you'll go on that will take you there. It's right off 83 in McConnellsville, outside Caldwell, ohio."

    "Very secluded, perfect for those nature lovers looking to get away from it all. No cell service and very little light pollution at night so perfect for looking at stars."

    8. Wolfie's Campground

    6 Reviews
    Zanesville, OH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 454-0925

    $48 - $75 / night

    "Not far from I-70, near the river, quiet and clean… almost too quiet."

    "Doesn’t make sense to have quiet time at dark when bar nearby plays loud music outside till late."

    9. Blue Rock State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Blue Rock, OH
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 674-4794

    "Blue Rock State Park is outside Zanesville, Oh off I70. Rt 60 takes you South and then you have a choice of routes in. Good Ohio farmland scenery."

    "Newer flush toilets near the group camp sites are nice. Camp store has showers for camper use. Really pretty lake!"

    10. Bicentennial Campground

    8 Reviews
    Cumberland, OH
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 962-1205

    "We were camping there as volunteers with the Buckeye Trail Association to assist with trail cleanup. The Buckeye Trail is easily accessible from the campground for hiking."

    "I showed up at 1am and drove around looking for a spot, settling for the one that was closest to the entrance, and much more private."

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Recent Reviews near New Concord, OH

480 Reviews of 146 New Concord Campgrounds


  • David M.
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Lane Farm Campground

    Quiet little campground for only $10.

    It is getting difficult for travelling motorcyclists to find a campground to sleep for the night as most that call themselves campgrounds are RV parks and don't allow tent camping.  Lane Farm is a gem for travelling motorcyclists.  We stayed there a week after labor day.  The rate as of 2025 is $10 and it is first come, first served for the 4 sites.  We were the only ones there.  The  amenities there are a vault toilet (it was clean and stocked with toilet paper), trash bin by the toilet building, picnic tables, camp fire ring with cooking grate, and lantern post.    It is right on Ohio state route 26, but there was very little traffic noise.  The entire campground is paved and the parking spots and sites were very spacious. There are parking spots in front of the toilet building.  As with many rustic national/state forest campgrounds there is no potable water there.  That didn't bother us as we came prepared with our own water and toilet paper.  The Little Muskingum river on the east side of the campground was very shallow and slow moving in September.  I don't know what it would be like earlier in the camping season.  All four sites are close to the river.  I was surprised to find that a week after labor day weekend there was still plenty of laying dead wood in the woods available for camp fire wood.  The forest service changed their web site structure and you'll find most of the links posted online won't take you directly to the campground page.  The current working link for the campground is  https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/wayne/recreation/lane-farm-campground

  • Brandon S.
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Sunset Springs Campground & Event Center

    Add pricing information

    My experience here was awesome! It's literally less than 15 minutes drive to loudenville, there are a lot of amenities for guests, and the sights to see are to die for! The only thing left to desire is on the description page it should have a list of prices for each camping style, (i.e. trying, rving, pull behinds and so on n so forth.)

  • Jeff P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Hune Bridge Campground

    What Bridge?

    OK, yes, there is a covered bridge, but it's closed and full of local yocal graffiti. Part of the draw for me was the river running alongside, but it is bone dry. Other than that, it's your typical midway NFS campground. By midway, I mean it's not a full campground, and it's not a primitive site. Since the bridge is closed, a detour is available on the site, although it is not entirely clear.

    As with most NFS sites the email for the ranger isn't correct, and they don't answer phones or return messages. You're on your own.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 22, 2025

    Tappan Lake Park Campground

    Nice seasonal camping

    Very clean great staff would be a solid 5 if they added a swimming pool

  • D
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Hook Lake (Campground A) — Jesse Owens State Park

    Can’t wait to come back!!!

    Beautiful campground with fire pit and table. Our site was big enough for 3 6 person tents but most sites are smaller and fit 1-2 4 person tents.

    Good trails to hike and wonderful scenery. No cell reception unless you have satellite.

    The raccoons were a little to close for comfort in the evening make sure you lock your food and trash in your car at night.

  • Kathy L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Seneca Lake Park Campground

    Okay campground

    Nice campground on the lake. Some mosquitos& gnats. Much of the campground has sites/ trailers that are owned(or leased), with some campsites for daily/ short-term reservations. Someone we met explained that the short-term ones are on flood areas so they can’t let people build on those sites. Another aspect is that there are boat slips that are owned(or leased) and those can even be in front of one of the short-term campsites so water access is blocked by those no trespassing private docks. Okay place to stay on our way across the country.

  • Alex A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Baileys Trail Tent Camping

    Peaceful Stay

    Wonderful little location. We drove for about 3 hours to get from where we are. Nice wide open space surrounded by woods. There were other campers but very friendly and had plenty of space to ourselves. Very nice bathroom/shower compared to what we expected. Will visit again.

  • Joe B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Campbell Cove Camping

    Nice campground

    We stayed at site 63 , on the water. Big site, water view and plenty of space. The road across the lake has an uphill section and people like to race up it. Trucks, motorcycles and cars. Really loud. I know the campground doesn’t control the road, so it’s just a note about the noise. The site is amazing, and I would come back.

  • Noel L.
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Scenic Hills RV Park

    Great campground

    Close to everything Amish in Berlin. Asked for a shaded area...got a perfect one that had shade all day. Friendly and helpful staff. Free firewood.Very clean and well kept park.


Guide to New Concord

Camping options near New Concord, Ohio extend beyond the larger state parks, with several smaller facilities offering distinct experiences across Noble, Muskingum, and Guernsey counties. The area's rolling terrain ranges from 800 to 1,200 feet elevation, creating diverse camping environments from lakeside settings to wooded hillsides. Winter temperatures regularly drop below freezing from December through February, while summer highs typically range from 80-90°F with moderate humidity.

What to do

Fishing in stocked ponds: Fish Farm Camp offers excellent fishing in their lake stocked with various species. "Beautiful lake to take a swim in, nice ground for the tent and a pleasant toilet. This is brilliant for the price, definitely recommended!" notes Axel A.

Trail exploration: Blue Rock State Park Campground offers extensive hiking options. "The hiking was wonderful, the equestrian trails looked very nice, and the fire tower was a fun climb," shares Ryan W., who visited with family.

Wildlife viewing: The camping areas around New Concord provide excellent bird and deer watching opportunities. "We drove in saw turkeys and 'turkets' and two 6 point bucks. You can hike, swim, boat, bike and horseback ride," notes Shelly S. about her experience at Salt Fork State Park.

Night sky observation: Bicentennial Campground offers minimal light pollution for stargazing. According to Greg K., the campground is "very secluded, perfect for those nature lovers looking to get away from it all. No cell service and very little light pollution at night so perfect for looking at stars."

What campers like

Waterfront camping sites: Sand Hollow Campground at Jesse Owens State Park features numerous sites adjacent to water. Greg K. explains, "Many waterfront sites, picnic tables, fire pits and bathrooms. Also a very generous amount of room for parking right on your site."

Budget-friendly options: Free camping permits at several locations offer economical alternatives to paid campgrounds. Madison S. shares about Sand Hollow: "This campground is wonderful for tents, hammocks or RV. It always has spots available and they are completely free. You have to fill out a permit online."

Clean facilities: Many campers appreciate well-maintained bathrooms and shower facilities. "Bathroom houses not a big deal, but more basic amenities elsewhere," notes Andrea H. about her stay at Dillon State Park Campground, adding that "everyone has been friendly or keeps to themselves."

Water recreation: Wolf Run State Park Campground offers a smaller, quieter lake setting. Rachel H. recommends: "Choose one of the 'premium' sites for beautiful lakeside views! It's pretty quiet and usually not busy."

What you should know

Site selection matters: Campground topography varies significantly. Jay B. advises about Wolf Run: "Would advise to visually check the sites, due to terrain which is rolling."

Facility variations: Bathroom quality differs between campgrounds and seasons. At Blue Rock State Park, Nicole C. found that "the only negative was no flush toilets, only pits and no sink to wash hands, but there was hand sanitizer at least."

Water quality concerns: Some campers report water issues at certain sites. Joey Z. warns about Sand Hollow: "From up on the hill looking down on the lake, it looked quite clear. I was excited to grab my canoe and jump in... As I was going to put my canoe into the water, I noticed some really nasty stuff in the water."

Road conditions: Access roads to campgrounds may be challenging during certain seasons. Tanner G. reports about Bicentennial, "NO water available. NO cell service (even with booster antenna). Outhouse or ports johns available."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: National Road Campground offers family-friendly amenities. Jordan N. shares: "Nice place to stay! We enjoyed fishing as well as watching our child on the playground and splash pad!"

Activity planning: Finding campgrounds with multiple recreation options helps keep children engaged. Terry F. notes about National Road Campground: "Clean and comfortable. There are plenty of things to do. The ponds are stocked with fish and because it is private land no fishing license is required. Basketball courts and a playground."

Swimming options: Several campgrounds offer swimming areas for children. Jenny G. describes Wolfie's Campground: "Small 5ft deep pool, very nice playground. Kids and I spent many quarters playing pool in the game room, which also has a 90's Sega arcade game."

Safety considerations: Some campground water features require extra caution. Jacqueline F. observed at Salt Fork State Park: "The beach was a little dirty from the geese, but that didn't slow anyone down on swimming."

Tips from RVers

Site leveling: Many RV sites require careful positioning. Brian B. notes about Dillon State Park: "There is reasonable space between the sites to allow for some privacy and to allow you to spread out. Area C is the most secluded area. All RV sites have 50A/30A electric."

Hookup availability: Wolfie's Campground provides various hookup options but has size constraints. Steve E. explains: "The only challenge is you don't want to meet a rig going out while you're coming in. We are a 38 foot class A and met a 36' 5th wheel on the curve at the entrance. We literally passed with less than an inch between us."

Seasonal considerations: Campground accessibility varies throughout the year. Rob G. shares about Dillon State Park: "Huge park with lots of options (electric, water, etc.). Very well maintained, and showers better than the one I have at home."

Water access: Some campgrounds have limited water hookups. Dave B. from Spring Valley Campground notes: "Family oriented campground. Fairly large sites with full hookups. Good mix of seasonal and overnight. Roads in the campground are very rough with large potholes."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near New Concord, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, New Concord, OH offers a wide range of camping options, with 146 campgrounds and RV parks near New Concord, OH and 8 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near New Concord, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near New Concord, OH is Salt Fork State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 36 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near New Concord, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 free dispersed camping spots near New Concord, OH.