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The New London, Ohio area encompasses several established campgrounds supporting a mix of camping styles, from tent sites to RV hookups and cabin rentals. Indian Trail Campground sits directly in New London while Freedom Valley is located just south of town on US Highway 250. Findley State Park Campground lies approximately 10 miles east in Wellington, offering wooded campsites around Findley Lake. The region includes both privately-operated campgrounds with full amenities and state park facilities with more rustic options. Most sites accommodate tents, RVs, and many offer cabin rentals for those seeking more substantial shelter.
Camping season for most facilities runs from April through mid-October, with limited year-round options. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for weekend stays and holiday periods when campgrounds reach capacity. Findley State Park features several "arms" that branch out from the main road with tall, dense trees surrounding sites. As one camper noted, "tall, dense trees surround, deadening sound, which makes the campsites very quiet, and the curve of each arm also suggests a more intimate space." Road access throughout the region is generally good with paved highways connecting major campgrounds, though some sites may have narrow clearings limiting large RV access. Travelers should check individual campground policies regarding pets, fires, and quiet hours as these vary across facilities.
Campers consistently highlight the region's natural features and recreational opportunities. Findley State Park provides fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and a small public beach, while other campgrounds offer easy access to trails and wooded areas. "If you're looking for a quiet place to hang your pole for a weekend, this near-city escape is for you," wrote one visitor about Findley State Park. Many campgrounds maintain playgrounds, camp stores, and organized activities, particularly during summer months. Water and electric hookups are standard at most developed sites, with some offering full hookups including sewer connections. Primitive tent-only areas typically provide more spacious and secluded sites, though with fewer amenities. The proximity to Cleveland (less than an hour's drive) and other historic towns makes these campgrounds convenient bases for exploring northeastern Ohio.
"Beware, the sites are close to these roads and quite shallow, but because each road dead ends in a cul de sac, traffic is very light, even when the campground is full, as when we visited."
"Lots of walking trails, lots of nature. Once off my favorite local ohio parks."
from $29 - $52 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $50 - $70 / night
Check Availability"Swimming Pool and trails to ride the golf cart. Activities on the weekends."
from $39 - $79 / night
Check Availability"Pool, trails, indoor and outdoor showers, toilets, water hookup. Each area has its specific flavor: RV seasonals, campers, cabins, bunkhouse and tent area. Someone is always throwing a party."
from $20 - $220 / night
Check Availability"We had nice woods behind us, neighbors to the right and vacancy on the left (jackpot)."
"Drive in sites are set back & not near the lake. They have back in & drive through sites. There is a small store. It is close to Cleveland & has Good Sam discount."
from $35 - $69 / night
Check Availability"There is a beach side and a lake side both are nice. We have stayed on both. There is a lake with a boat launch near by a playground and beach for families to swim."
"Beautiful lake with lakeside sites. Wooden and peaceful. Bathrooms could be better. They were working on part of the grounds and the improvements are very promising.."
"They have a nice big fishing lake they have a nice swimming Lake and other ponds to fish in a very relaxing and fun place to go"
"It’s not the most secluded spots but if you are looking for something tucked away there a few sites. The ability to tube down the river and walk back to your camp site was so much fun."
"The tent sites (short walk from parking lot) and one car per tent site. Our site was not the traditional walk up/park camp site. It was a nice change of pace. More space and great neighbors. "
from $27 - $220 / night
Check Availability"There are three fishing lakes, one for boating, a pool, weekly cornhole tournaments, horseshoes, a small playground, and activities planned (at least when Covid is under control.)"
TravelerCampground is well labeled and maintained. Sites are very very close together but this was expected. The bathhouses were extremely disappointing considering there are no full hookups and the price to stay here at a “resort.” They were both full of spider webs, had very dingy fixtures, and did not live up to the rest of the camp.
ScoutI won’t rate the other categories yet but I’ve been upset the whole process trying to plan my trip and the people have made it impossible. I’m constantly unable to get ahold of the park. I keep getting put on the“call back list” when trying to modify a reservation only for NO ONE to ever call back. I finally get ahold of someone after a MONTH… only to have zero customer service skills… they just said“oh we don’t even have a call list” so I ask for another form of communication I can have with me since my trip is in a month and I’ve had these issues for a month… they offer ZERO solutions and are not empathetic either. Another issue was last year I was hospitalized for several months due to an early twin birth so I had to push my trip to the following year… when I FINALLY got ahold of the park last year the women I spoke with trying to manage the rescheduling…was ZERO help surprise surprise… on top of that it took 13 calls and weeks before a manager got back to me…making the window to reschedule or get refunds closer to closing adding stress that you might not get to make your next move how you’d like… anyway…I simply asked for dates that matched the costs that we already paid for the trip so I didn’t have to pay more… I simply asked for it to be within the summer days since my previous reservation was during the summer time with all the extra water park and amenities that close at the end of August. I booked when my kid could use all amenities and there were no hour restrictions either due to still being in season. However the lady couldn’t accommodate or recommend any alternate dates to suite my trip that weren’t several hundred dollars more… now we started out with a trip all paid for last year with all amenities no hour restrictions to a weekend we had to pay more and are restricted hours wise on the summer amenities. As the person doing reservations you should be able to recommend dates and help me plan the trip accordingly to the money spent and not sit on the other end of the phone demanding I just give you dates…. After our trip we will never plan or schedule anything at this park again. Regardless of the amenities… for families traveling far distances you couldn’t make it anymore inconvenient, difficult, and time consuming for simply planning questions or just getting ahold of you in general. No sorrys…. Just a whole lot of…”hmm that’s weird well oh well, next” kind of attitude. Zero solutions just excuses. So that being first impressions not too excited to find out what we are in for when we arrive. Especially reading other reviews about deflated balls so you can’t use the hoops, broken a/c units that the property won’t even handle that their own employees have to give up their own personal comfort cause management won’t?… concession stands trash everywhere… broken hot tubs, WiFi not working in cabins for night time with children is tough…sad that my family’s first camping trip ever hasnt even happened yet and it’s been nothing but a headache to plan because of the staff. Yall make money to make the experience smooth for your consumers but somebody missed the memo.
Scouti have been going to Wally World Riverside Resort for the past 15 years always a great time ,clean camp ground well maintained .On the week end they have activities for the children and movies on Saturday most of the time on the week end it can get busy.
GuideMade a reservation. Canceled since wife had to go into hospital due to an emergency. No flexibility in the 7-day prior window. State parks and others have all been decent to us over this. We paid 3 days for a reservation we never used but canceled 2 days out. The park did not fill up so they took our money over a gotcha clause even after I begged the manager for her understanding. Under the circumstances, I was hoping they would compromise and take only the first night, but they are in it mainly for your money, I'm afraid.
GuideSpent a week on a full hook-up site with our Class C! Although it was tough to get a spot, totally worth the $200 ferry ride over. With dogs and kids, the quarter mile walk to the beach (and then East away from the public beach area) was easy peasy and we were able to set up our own little beach area. Even being the second week of July, this area of the beach didn’t have very many people and it was awesome to let the kids and dogs all play. Originally we had planned to rent a golf cart, but when we rode our bike to town, we realized it was such a short ride we didn’t need a golf cart. We utilized bikes to go out to dinner a few times, and even ride around the perimeter of the island. Our full hookup site specifically was not in the shade, but it looked like most full hook ups were. Next time we will consider an electric only down by the beach, as it was easily 10° cooler with a breeze down there. This campground would’ve been five stars, except for the bathhouse was dire need of cleaning. Not sure if this is a result of coming off a holiday weekend, but either way we popped in a few times throughout the week and it was pretty gross.
Scoutfantastic place to camp with family and friends! There is always something fun and exciting to do, whether you're fishing, swimming, hiking, relaxing around the campfire, or enjoying the many activities throughout the campground. The atmosphere is welcoming, the scenery is beautiful, and it's a great place to make lasting memories.
ScoutCaves is great campground. However they do not honor dyrt reservations. Had to pay at the campground. Sent email to dyrt, no reply. They owe me 400 dollars, and I have not heard back. Dyrt, if you honor, I will update this review- until then, DO NOT USE!!!
GuideJust staying here one night before moving on. We snagged one of the full hookup sites, B131. It has a nice open grassy area, picnic table, and Firepit with some mature trees, providing plenty of shade for this site. Although lots of campers on top of each other, being an end site gave us more room and privacy. We walked a trail along the water, to the beach. It was a nice well-maintained trail, and only a little over a mile to get to the beach.
RangerWe return to Mohican wilderness a few times each year and love the sites we choose right on the river.
Most sites here are wide open field sites and would not suite our style of camping.
Bathrooms are typically clean.
Campsite options near New London, Ohio span across rural Huron County with elevations averaging 1,100 feet. The region experiences distinct seasons with summer high temperatures typically ranging from 75-85°F, making June through September the prime camping period. Winter camping is limited to just a few year-round facilities due to northern Ohio's freezing temperatures and significant snowfall from December through February.
Fishing opportunities: Indian Trail Campground features multiple fishing ponds where campers can relax and cast a line. As one visitor noted, "Great campground! Love the pond, pool, and volleyball court."
Water recreation: At Findley State Park Campground, visitors can enjoy various water activities on Findley Lake. "We took the kayaks out on the lake and had a great time," reports Linda R. The park also offers canoe and kayak rentals for those without their own equipment.
Hiking network: The trail system at Findley State Park provides extensive hiking options through wooded areas. According to Kimberly C., "We can easily get lost on 3 mile hikes in the woods and still be on marked paths! The roads are paved and excellent for biking and skating."
Family activities: Cleveland/Sandusky Jellystone Park offers numerous structured activities for children. "Tons of planned activities for the kids. Movie nights, wibits (inflatable obstacle course on the pond), stocked pond, kayaks, Gaga Ball, RC track, jump pad, climbing wall etc etc etc!!" shares Kathryn P.
Spacious wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the natural setting at Findley State Park. One camper, Evan D., mentioned, "Good signage to the camping sites, very easy to navigate. There's a bathroom/shower house near the sites, as well as a fire ring at each individual site."
Clean facilities: Charles Mill Lake Park Campground maintains well-kept shower houses and restrooms. "Bath houses are clean and well maintained," notes Tina D., who enjoyed riding bikes and walking through the park despite some noise issues.
Lake views: Charles Mill offers waterfront camping with scenic vistas. Danielle T. shared, "Water view on both sides and sites are nice sized and not right on top of each other."
Wildlife encounters: Nature observation opportunities abound at local campgrounds. At Charles Mill, Karrie Kat W. observed, "We had deer that would come over every morning :)"
Reservation timing: Campgrounds in this region fill quickly, especially during summer months. Jeffrey L. advises about Findley State Park: "If you're planning a holiday weekend you need to book 6 months in advance."
Site variations: Claremar Twin Lakes Camping Resort has a mix of site qualities and locations. Amanda M. cautions, "Shortly after arriving and discovering we had a very small site that was a downward slope we discovered the map that was given to us was very inaccurate."
Tent site conditions: Soil composition can affect tent setup in certain campgrounds. At Findley State Park, Evan D. notes, "Dirt in the campsites is packed super tight, it's hard to drive tent stakes. However, it's flat enough where it isn't really an issue."
Seasonal differences: Most New London area campgrounds operate approximately April through October, with limited winter options. Rustic Lakes Campground operates from "May 1 to October 15" while Indian Trail Campground runs from "April 27 to October 7."
Multiple swimming options: American Wilderness Campground provides family-friendly water activities. Andrew V. mentions, "Beautiful clean serene park with absolutely stunning beach views at sunset."
Kid-focused amenities: Several campgrounds offer attractions specifically designed for children. Jessica J. shares that at American Wilderness, "We love the fishing available here we also had the kids they enjoyed the arcade and gem mining."
Educational opportunities: Some campgrounds provide nature programs or learning experiences. At Charles Mill Lake, Joseph E. notes, "The Messerly Recreation building had some fun things for kids on Saturday and bingo on Saturday night."
Playground access: For families with young children, look for sites near playground facilities. Renee L. observed at Cleveland/Sandusky Jellystone Park: "It is clean with friendly staff. They also have a stocked pond, gem mining, and Gaga ball."
Hookup availability: Freedom Valley offers full-service RV sites with hookups. David B. confirms, "Pool, trails, indoor and outdoor showers, toilets, water hookup. Each area has its specific flavor: RV seasonals, campers, cabins, bunkhouse and tent area."
Space constraints: Some campgrounds have limited space for larger RVs. Greg A. observed about American Wilderness, "We stayed in the primitive area and it was just ok. Only a port o potty was available in that area but you could walk to a different area for restrooms and showers."
Level site considerations: Charles Mill has some uneven terrain challenges. Hillary W. cautions, "The campsites were small, very uneven and dirty. We saw seasonal campers with four and five cinder blocks holding up one corner or another."
Road navigation: Access roads vary significantly between campgrounds. According to Monica F. about Charles Mill, "Tho they messed up and double booked our site (a really nice one on quieter waterfront side) we were able to get another waterfront one by marina."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near New London, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, New London, OH offers a wide range of camping options, with 142 campgrounds and RV parks near New London, OH and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near New London, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near New London, OH is Findley State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 45 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near New London, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near New London, OH.
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