RV campgrounds near New Concord, Ohio sit among the rolling hills and woodlands of eastern Ohio, where elevations range from 800 to 1,200 feet. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging in the 80s and winter temperatures frequently dropping below freezing. Most campgrounds in this region remain open from April through October, with limited year-round options available for winter camping.
What to Do
Fishing opportunities: Several ponds at Zion Retreat & RV Park provide good fishing spots. "There are several ponds around the campground for fishing and bird watching. Be sure to keep an eye our for deer as you come into the park," notes one visitor.
Explore Amish Country: Berlin RV Park & Campground provides easy access to Amish attractions. "The campground is right in the middle of Ohio's Amish country with easy access to shopping and food and other great experiences like the large cuckoo clock in Sugar Creek," shares a camper who visited during July.
River activities: Kayaking and canoeing opportunities exist at many locations. "If you decide to rent a kayak they will even drop you off upstream to start your trip," explains a father who visited Riversedge Campground with his son.
What Campers Like
Clean facilities: Bathhouses receive frequent praise at many campgrounds. A Berlin RV Park camper reports, "Amazing restrooms and showerhouse! Great location. The campground is right in the middle of Ohio's Amish country with easy access to shopping and food."
Natural surroundings: Zion Retreat & RV Park offers peaceful settings. "The views are amazing! If you love peace and quiet this is the place for you. All sites are amongst the very tall trees," explains a visitor who stayed during a less crowded weekend.
River views: Many campers appreciate waterfront sites. At Riversedge Campground, "Our tent was right on the river and Kelli was the best host ever! 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."
What You Should Know
Terrain challenges: Some campgrounds require good equipment for access. At Zion Retreat, "Make sure you have a good tow vehicle as there is a steep hill at the entrance/exit of the camp ground," advises a recent visitor.
Site spacing considerations: Space between campsites varies widely between parks. "The sites are a bit close, think KOA close. This might be a turnoff if the campground was full," notes a camper at Zion Retreat.
Road noise: Highway proximity affects some campgrounds. At Hocking River RV Park, "You're 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)."
Tips for Camping with Families
Activity options: Whispering Hills Jellystone RV Park offers numerous family amenities. "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," shares one family.
Fishing for kids: Some parks maintain stocked ponds for younger anglers. "My boys were able to walk across the road to get to the pond that was well stocked with fish. It was catch and release but they were very excited to pull in some big ones," reports a mother who visited Whispering Hills.
Check for kid-friendly amenities: Not all parks cater to children. At Hocking River RV Park, one family noted, "No playground which made camping with kids very uneventful for them. You're right off the highway though but a good drive to any of the attractions."
Tips from RVers
Off-season camping: Winter camping options exist at select parks. An RVer at Evergreen Park RV Resort shares, "We camped here the second weekend in December and had the park mostly to ourselves. The game room was nice as well as the indoor pool. Will definitely be on the go to list for winter camping."
Leveling requirements: Be prepared for uneven sites at some campgrounds. A camper with a 43-foot fifth wheel at Hocking River RV Park notes, "Pull through spots require a little bit of maneuvering with big rig. There was some mud where camper wheels were situated in the spot (needs material)."
Hookup locations: Check where utilities are positioned before setting up. "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," advises a camper at Scenic Hills RV Park who needed extended hoses to reach the connections.
