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Salt Fork State Park and Dillon State Park house upscale glamping accommodations within an hour's drive of New Concord, Ohio. These boutique camping destinations feature climate-controlled canvas structures with comfortable bedding, electricity, and private outdoor spaces. At Boulders Edge Retreat, visitors can experience authentic tipi accommodations surrounded by natural beauty. One guest shared, "Perfect place for a getaway! They have tipi and cabin rentals. Such a nice place tucked away that isn't as overcrowded as other places." Blue Rock State Park offers unique yurt accommodations that blend comfort with wilderness immersion. The safari-style tents at Salt Fork provide resort-quality amenities including real beds with linens, private decks, and easy access to the park's extensive recreation areas. Most glamping sites include fire rings, picnic tables, and proximity to modern bathroom facilities.
Hiking trails wind through the forests surrounding these glamping destinations, with multiple state parks offering water recreation on their lakes. Atwood Lake Park provides glamping guests with waterfront sites where visitors can dock boats just 50 feet from their accommodation. According to a camper, "We could leave our camper, take the boat over to the beach and drop off the grandkids for swimming at the beach dock." Burr Oak State Park features glamping options with scenic views of rolling hills and access to multiple hiking trails through wetlands and forests. Most locations remain open from spring through fall, with some offering year-round availability. Visitors appreciate the stargazing opportunities, with minimal light pollution creating ideal conditions for night sky viewing. The region's glamping sites provide convenient access to nearby attractions including Dawes Arboretum and the historic Newark Earthworks.
"** and right on the lake!! Found this by mistake on our way out, and the dogs loved it. Access to lake, a beach, well fenced."
"Lots of great sites to pick from, lots of loops, shady sites , secluded sites, handicap sites and more."
from $24 - $52 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Dillon Lake State Park is located about 10 miles west of Zanesville, OH in a heavily forested area. There is no road noise from the local route 146 used to access the campground."
from $24 - $160 / night
Check Availability"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."
"The staff and other campers are so very nice and helpful. The camp is clean and very family oriented."
from $35 / night
Check Availability"Friendly staff. Roads in the campground are very rough with large potholes. Decent WiFi. Easy on and off from the interstate."
"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."
from $32 - $38 / night
Check Availability"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."
"We had a secluded site right beside the creek. The only negative was no flush toilets, only pits and so sink to was hands, but there was hand sanitizer at least."
from $23 - $50 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Hook Lake AEP is I think the second largest of the campground areas, outside McConnellsville, Oh. Hook Lake campsites are spread throughout the woodland loop above the lake recreation area."
"Two parts to the campground - normal and then more private on top of hill behind captain's club. 2 pools, indoor and out- both of which were very clean and we'll maintained."
from $50 - $999 / night
Check Availability"They have mobile phone service and wifi on site. We stayed in our own camper so we didn’t visit the bathrooms. The pool wasn’t open yet either. Lots of golf carts to rent. Nice people very helpful."
"They have updated the electric, plumbing, the public bathrooms, the stage. Bonus they just opened up a new section that makes you feel like you are on your own piece of heaven."
"Luxurious accommodations and continental breakfasts won’t be found here…..a space to unwind and reflect will."
"Site 41 with a paved pad and electric. We were across from the shower house and bathrooms. The office is closed but a staff person was on site."
from $25 - $55 / night
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ScoutI stayed here in the worse month possible for camping in ohio but the owner made it a great experience. They are very accommodating. Even though every thing was snowy and muddy I could tell this is a very well taken care of place. Shower house was clean and warm. The laundry mat washed and dried great. As a construction worker I have payed way more for way less. This place is gem for construction/oil field workers in the area.
TravelerMy family and I had never gone tent camping before together, since my husband and I were kids. I have chronic pain and was terrified to go due to my difficulties. This place was amazing!
PROS:
The shower houses are individual big rooms to use that include a shower with a seat and toilet. They do also have handicap parking&camping spots right by the shower house, no smell even being 89 degrees.
They also have amazing prices for renting out a pontoon, it’s only a max 10 mph. I was able to comfortably fish for 4 hours on this. For the boats we were allowed to park down below right by the docks so I wouldn’t have to walk the hill.
When you book online it needs to be done 2 days out, from where we live (Columbus Ohio) the reception at the camp was very very hard to hear on the phone. It is easier to book online then see them at the office when you arrive, they close at 7 pm. Checkin is at 4 pm and checkout is 2pm for camp set up(you can set up sooner if no one is there)
We were lucky to get a walk up electric spot, although hilly it was beautiful! We were right by the private dock and the residents were very kind, some offered us worms or help with our fire. Even though we were by the public outhouse you could not smell anything until right by the outhouse.
You do need a special plug for the electric, we didn’t realize this and did not bring one. I was panicked at first since I needed a fan to get through the 89 degree weather in a tent but the front office has spares you can borrow! They are a lifesaver up there and so kind, if we could have tipped we would have.
We caught plenty of fish up there for all 3 of us, including my 1 st grader, all we used were worms and was surprised how much we caught.
All in all we were really happy and even convinced my parents to come up with us next year 😊
CONS:
The drive up was very hilly and lots of buggies. Be careful sometimes the road disappeared and you don’t see the buggy until right there; the road speed is 55mph but we only went between 35-45.
There is no cell service up there so be prepared, we lost it for about 20 minutes before the camp site. We have sprint. Make sure to pack a old school map so you can get around, there is a family dollar store in town, about 4 mile drive, if you forgot anything.
Most neighbors you have our yearly members, this is great for peace but limits the spots they actually have open to rent out by the lake and have electric. We were hoping to get a better spot in the future but they only have a couple of non yearly spots available even a year out.
RangerWe stayed down at the "lake" spots which are not on the lake but quite above it. Our first site was #19, we were even hesitant to park our 23ft camper in it, but we did and then realized that as soon as we try to get in or out of the camper, it was a steep drop down 5ft. All the sites around this part were steep and tents were pitched on hillsides and most people only stayed for 1 night. We moved to a flatter spot but still had some fun fanagaling the camper in it. Very quiet campground during the week but as soon as Friday hits, it's crazy and loud. We had some neighbors who didn't respect the Quiet hours starting at 10pm and were told very nicely by the Park Ranger and still made a huge fuss. Glad we only stayed for 2 nights.
TravelerI 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. There are 183 electric sites in this campground, many shady, and almost all having at least partial shade. Pets are permitted in all sites except 1 through 32. These electric sites are divided into three sections with restrooms with flush toilets, shower houses and playgrounds in each. The restrooms and shower houses I used were very clean.
There is also a walk-in section of non electric sites that are different than what I usually think of as walk-in sites because parking was just yards away.
The camp store was well stocked and probably has anything you forgot. They also sell firewood.
The huge 18 hole disc golf course seemed to be a popular attraction.
I enjoyed the five well marked hiking trails through the woods. These trails range from easy to difficult, the longest being 4.4 miles.
From the campground, you will have to drive to the beach or hike a couple miles though the woods as I did. My only complaint about this campground is the beach. There are no lifeguards or concessions and I am told, that after a rain, this beach can look uninviting. Near the beach is a wading pool with a fountain for younger children. Adjacent to the beach area there are tennis courts, basketball courts and a very shady picnic area with tables and pavilions.
There are boat launches for your boats at the marina but the only watercraft that can be rented are kayaks and canoes.
RangerWe enjoyed renting a cabin with the family at several different times.
The mountain bike trails are so rugged and fun, difficult for biking. You can hike them too, and they offer nice views of the lake.
The area seems to have a skunk issue at times, and it can get smelly near the cabins.
The cabins have nice fire pits and kitchens have enough space and facilities to make a nice family dinner.
The lake is large enough to boat on and you can do paddling sports there easily.
The park has tennis courts and lots of other recreation: boating, hiking, swimming, biking.
TravelerMany area's with grills set up, but Holliday, it fills up fast. Wear your swimsuit under your clothes. No longer has changing rooms unless u wanna change in a porta potty!
TravelerLuxurious accommodations and continental breakfasts won’t be found here…..a space to unwind and reflect will. The sites are sloped and ill paved but the sights, the sights are quintessential Southeast Ohio. Rolling hills dotted with little burgs where the oil has dried up but the resolve has yet to. A slight traverse down the hill lends views normally reserved for travel mags and postcards if just a bit of adventure is employed.
LegendBlue 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.
Out of the way, small camping area with basic sites. A cool feature is a few of the sites have pavilion type covered patios that you can pitch your tent in to help stay dry during inclimate weather.
Otherwise the sites are close together. Though there are a few sites that are more off to themselves, they are still wide open with sparse tree cover.
The restroom is basic, the showerhouse is located at the reservoir beach as well as the camp store and boat rental.The staff was very knowledgeable about the area and conversational.
Several trails are in the area, the Horse Camp is up the road. In addition to this area there is the Blue Rock State Forest that offers several out door activities, check out their map and site online.
LegendDog park!! and right on the lake!! Found this by mistake on our way out, and the dogs loved it. Access to lake, a beach, well fenced. I would give Salt Fork SP extra stars for this one, especially if there were campsites co-located.
Camp ground is easily accessible being just 6 miles from I70, leaving the convenience of Cambridge and city amenities close by while allowing for great trails and solitude. Stayed in campground A, and the front end has little shade, but being here in autumn was perfect for lots of sunshine on site. Sites with trees for tree tents is minimal. Drinking fountains are dispersed fairly frequently throughout campground, but RV hookups with water were limited during my stay. Shower houses and comfort houses all have flushers and sinks.
TICK WARNING!!!! After a morning hike down wooded Trail, we spent A LONG TIME pulling ticks from dogs...even though the temps were in the 30's overnight and everyone was treated with flea & tick protection.
Salt Fork State Park and Dillon State Park offer modernized glamping accommodations within 30 miles of New Concord, Ohio. The region contains diverse terrain ranging from rolling hills to wooded ravines, with elevations between 800-1200 feet. Summer temperatures average 75-85°F with high humidity, while spring and fall bring temperatures between 50-70°F with increased rainfall.
Fishing opportunities: Blue Rock State Park's 15-acre lake provides year-round fishing access with good catches reported even during colder months. "There are several areas to pay for camping as well as primitive camp. It's near the water and they offer several trails. Other than the trails, there is a stone house to view as well as a cave," notes Jacqueline F.
Hiking options: Salt Fork State Park Campground offers multiple trail difficulty levels across its 17,000+ acres. "Trails that lead along shore line to old stone house built in early days of Ohio. Caves to be explored that are easy to access," explains camper JH T. For equestrians, the park provides extensive riding opportunities as one visitor mentioned, "The horse trails go on for miles and miles so if you have horses this is a great place to trail ride."
Seasonal activities: Burr Oak State Park transitions dramatically between seasons, offering distinct experiences. "The change of season brings a very different atmosphere to the park and the people staying in it. The Trailhead's located throughout the area give you a good workout on the hilly terrain and offer some awesome fall scenery," shares Shelly S.
Wildlife viewing: Hook Lake Campground provides secluded spaces for nature observation. The free dispersed camping area offers quiet surroundings perfect for wildlife spotting. "Just driving in saw turkeys and 'turkets' and two 6 point bucks," one camper reported about the general area.
Water recreation: Burr Oak State Park Campground features lake activities beyond swimming. "The lake is pretty beautiful. The trails are well marked and the horse trails go on for miles and miles," according to one visitor. Another notes, "Campers can rent pontoons or enjoy a day kayaking the lake, or swimming on the beach."
Fishing: Several campgrounds offer stocked ponds with accessible fishing for various skill levels. "The ponds are stocked with fish and because it is private land no fishing license is required," explains Terry F. about National Road Campground. Hook Lake's fishing areas allow children under 15 to fish without a license, while adults need to fish at designated spots.
Site selection considerations: At National Road Campground, site quality varies significantly. "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," notes Julie F. When selecting sites, check for levelness as many campers report challenges with uneven terrain.
Facility limitations: Many campgrounds have restricted shower hours and limited amenities. "No flush toilets, only pits and no sink to wash hands, but there was hand sanitizer at least," reports Nicole C. about Blue Rock State Park. At Dillon State Park, "Shower/bathroom facilities look to be from the 70's," according to one reviewer.
Weather considerations: The area experiences significant seasonal changes affecting camping comfort. "The bathrooms on the campsite we stayed in were atrocious! I've never smelled anything so bad in my life and dirty, dirty, dirty!" reported one camper about facilities during peak summer season. Spring camping often means muddy trails, while fall offers the most comfortable temperatures.
Kid-friendly amenities: LA-Z Acres Campground provides organized activities for children throughout summer. "A lot of activities for the kids. The staff was nice," shares Jessica P. Several campgrounds offer playgrounds, with National Road Campground featuring a splash pad that's particularly popular during hot summer days.
Safety considerations: Tick prevention is essential when hiking with children in this region. "TICK WARNING!!!! After a morning hike down wooded Trail, we spent A LONG TIME pulling ticks from dogs...even though the temps were in the 30's overnight and everyone was treated with flea & tick protection," warns one Salt Fork visitor.
Educational opportunities: Several parks offer ranger-led programs during summer months. "The activities with the naturalist (Cayden) were fun and engaging," shares Ryan W. about Blue Rock State Park. Many campgrounds feature interpretive trails and nature centers where children can learn about local ecology.
Site access: Dillon State Park Campground offers varied site quality for RVs. "Huge park with lots of options (electric, water, etc.). Very well maintained, and showers better than the one I have at home," notes Rob G. However, another camper cautions, "Many sites are not level. Many sites have NO shade. Only Electric available at each site."
Hookup availability: Most campgrounds offer limited full-hookup sites that book quickly. "We were able to get level without any blocks," reports one RVer about a 33-foot travel trailer at Hook Lake. At Spring Valley Campground, "Fairly large sites with full hookups. Good mix of seasonal and overnight," according to Dave B.
Road conditions: Several campgrounds feature rough interior roads. "Roads in the campground are very rough with large potholes," warns one reviewer about Spring Valley. For larger rigs, scout your route and campground beforehand, as some access roads have sharp turns or steep grades that can be challenging.
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