RV camping near Harrison, Ohio offers access to both urban and natural settings within 30-60 minutes of Cincinnati. Several campgrounds in the region operate with different seasonal schedules—some remain open year-round while others close from November through March. The area experiences moderate rainfall throughout summer, with temperatures typically ranging from 55-85°F during prime camping season.
What to do
Lake activities: Try fishing at Follow The River RV Resort which offers a stocked pond. The resort includes volleyball courts and a pool area for summer recreation. According to a camper, "There is a pool, volleyball courts and a dog park" making it suitable for active campers.
Hiking trails: Access nearby Caesar Creek State Park when staying at Thousand Trails Wilmington. A visitor noted, "We like the location to the State park nearby for hiking trails and mountain biking trails (Caesar Creek)." The park offers over 40 miles of trails ranging from easy to moderate difficulty.
Water recreation: Rent boats at Indian Springs Campground for paddling on their private lake. A reviewer mentioned they "offered canoes and pedal boats for use at no extra charge" and have "a nice walking trail around the lake." No motorized boats are permitted.
What campers like
Concrete pads: Many RVers appreciate the solid bases at Tucker's Landing which has well-maintained concrete slabs at each site. One camper observed, "Each plot also has it's own concrete slab for your RV, so you don't have to worry about parking in the mud."
Heated pool: The swimming option at Thousand Trails Wilmington gets mentioned frequently for comfort. A visitor reported, "The pool is large and heated" making it usable even during cooler weather periods.
Spacious sites: Campers comment positively on site dimensions at Follow The River RV Resort where pull-through spaces accommodate larger rigs. A recent visitor stated, "Nice pull through close to the pool and bathrooms. Quiet during the week," highlighting both the site layout and atmosphere.
What you should know
Train noise: Be prepared for railroad sounds at Northern Kentucky RV Park which sits near active tracks. Multiple reviewers mention this issue with one noting, "The freeway traffic is very loud 24 hours and the train comes at least 2 times per night (2am and 5am Sunday night anyway) blowing its horn."
Gate codes: Most secure campgrounds require entry codes after office hours. At Indian Springs, "They have a code for gate entry" allowing for late arrivals.
Varying cell coverage: Service quality differs between carriers across the region. At Thousand Trails Indian Lakes, one camper reported, "I use Starlink and T-mobile 5G. The T-Mobile seems to be working best here. The cell booster I have made it go from 'good' to 'excellent'."
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds: Winton Woods Campground offers a smaller play area near their pool for younger children. A visitor noted there's "plenty to do. Hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, splash park, etc." making it suitable for kids of different ages.
Kid-friendly activities: Schedule visits during organized events at many of the region's campgrounds. At Dayton KOA Holiday, a camper mentioned they had "lots of activities, great pizza, really nice showers and it's beautiful. There's a large pool and a creek."
Nature exploration: Look for campgrounds with fishing ponds where children can learn outdoor skills. At Thousand Trails Indian Lakes, a family reported, "We love going camping here. We go at least 3 times a summer because of how peaceful it is," and another mentioned "fishing is very good."
Tips from RVers
Seasonal availability: Book well ahead during warmer months at Indian Springs Campground which fills quickly from May-September. A regular visitor explained, "We often stay here when traveling from Vegas, usually for a month or more. It is a no frills park, but a beautiful, relaxing place to unwind."
Utilities: Verify electrical amperage needs before booking as not all sites offer 50-amp service. At Thousand Trails Indian Lakes, a long-term camper detailed their experience: "We were assigned a 50 amp site with water and sewer in loop 4B. This is an open loop with very few trees for shade."
Road conditions: Navigate carefully at some campgrounds where maintenance may be needed on interior roads. At Thousand Trails Indian Lakes, a visitor mentioned, "My one negative is the condition of the roads throughout the campground. The owners seem to be slacking off on maintenance and therefore, there's a lot of mud and potholes."
