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Best Campgrounds near North Bend, OH

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Camping options around North Bend, Ohio include a mix of established campgrounds and lakeside retreats within a short drive of Cincinnati. Indian Springs Campground in North Bend provides full hookup sites for RVs and tent camping areas with fire rings and picnic tables. Miami Whitewater Forest Campground, located approximately 15 miles north, offers electric sites in a wooded setting with access to hiking trails and boating opportunities. Most campgrounds in this region operate year-round, though seasonal activities and amenities may be limited during winter months.

Reservations are recommended at most developed campgrounds, especially during summer weekends and holidays when sites fill quickly. Indian Springs Campground and Winton Woods Campground provide full hookup options for RVs, while Miami Whitewater Forest is better suited for smaller rigs and tent camping. The terrain throughout the region is generally level with gravel pads at most sites. Weather can be variable, with humid summers and occasional storms. Cell service is reliable at most campgrounds near North Bend. One camper noted, "Level pull-thru spots. Staff is very nice. Great for passing through the area."

The campgrounds near North Bend offer varied experiences based on proximity to water features. Indian Springs receives positive reviews for its peaceful setting and lake views. Visitors particularly appreciate the fishing opportunities, with catch and release fishing permitted in the on-site lake. Miami Whitewater Forest Campground provides access to hiking trails and a lake with non-motorized boat rentals. Several campers mention the playground facilities at Miami Whitewater Forest as a highlight for families with children. The proximity to Cincinnati (approximately 20-30 minutes) makes these campgrounds convenient for weekend getaways or longer stays while exploring the region. A visitor remarked, "Nice flat camping areas for most sites, small campground with great views of playground for most sites near there. Clean restrooms, easy hook up and set up."

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Best Camping Sites Near North Bend, Ohio (102)

    1. Big Bone Lick State Historic Site Campground

    45 Reviews
    Patriot, KY
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (859) 384-3522

    $40 / night

    "We wanted to be close to the Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, Ohio. We found this campground and were pleased with the less than 1 hour drive to get to the stadium."

    "This campground is on top of a hill close to the Ohio river. Nice paved sites (not level, but most are not anyway). Water hookup is far away, but we don’t usually hook it up to our pop up."

    2. Winton Woods Campground

    23 Reviews
    Fairfield, OH
    14 miles
    Website

    "Tent/RV sites were level and had lots of Shade and trees for Hammocks. 1.7 mile paved walking trail is great for walking, running and biking. A short 18 hole Disc Golf course is close by."

    "The location is located on the lake with access to put in a kayak or canoe. The bathrooms are clean, with private combined shower/dressing stalls."

    3. Indian Springs Campground

    8 Reviews
    Greendale, OH
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 353-9244

    "It sat at one end of our site but right up against the site next to us, so trying to sit around a campfire would have been a little awkward. There wasn't any shade on the pull thru sites."

    "There are showers, an awesome library, a store, laundry and walking trails"

    4. Miami Whitewater Forest Campground

    9 Reviews
    Harrison, OH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 367-9632

    "Lake nearby with boat rentals and paved bike paths. Good family environment. Beware of sneaky raccoons. River access down path behind lot 129."

    "Beautiful park has a lake with kayaking/canoe/rowboat/paddle boat rentals and a few pontoon boats for rent but is otherwise just for non-motorized boats. good fishing both from the rental rowboats and"

    5. Winton Woods Campground Hamilton County Park

    14 Reviews
    Fairfield, OH
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 851-2267

    $43 - $73 / night

    "The campground fills up fast and there were plenty of shaded electric sites close to the lake. There were also plenty of pull through sites for the big rigs."

    "Playground and walk path well kept."

    6. Hueston Woods State Park Campground

    47 Reviews
    College Corner, OH
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 523-6347

    "This camp ground is pretty standard for Ohio State Parks. It does have a cool new sleeping option. Yurts! We enjoyed our time in the yurt. "

    "It is one of the better beaches for Ohio State Parks in the southern part of the state.  We bought a day pass to the pool at the lodge."

    7. Tucker's Landing

    8 Reviews
    Fort Thomas, OH
    17 miles
    Website

    $25 - $54 / night

    "Site 22 had a beautiful view of the ohio river. The kids enjoyed seeing the barges going up and down the river. It was very quiet and peaceful. Sites were very clean."

    "Not much in the surrounding area."

    8. Camp Shore Campground

    3 Reviews
    Aurora, IN
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (812) 438-2135

    "Friendly location and the grounds are supervised so quiet in the evenings."

    "It was a great weekend all around and we enjoyed our stay."

    9. East Fork State Park Campground

    65 Reviews
    Concord, OH
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 734-2730

    $29 - $30 / night

    "This is your standard Ohio State Park campground.  It has the usual parking, water, restrooms, camp store, and activities. 

    East Fork is rather nice as it has the lake and long trails. "

    "Our favorite campsite for the outskirts of Cincinnati. Lots of great spots available! You can get to the lake in about a 15 minute drive."

    10. Hamilton County Miami Whitewater Forest Campground

    2 Reviews
    Harrison, OH
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 851-2267
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  • Evan C.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Jim Terrell Park

    Looks Good!

    8/13/2025

    NOTE: I did NOT stay here. I was going to, but decided to drive a little farther than I had initially planned. I did want to check it out though because there aren't many reviews. 

    This looks like a solid option to tent for a night though. The town looks very nice and quiet, and the park seems well-kempt. If the sites are on the river, just know there's a restaurant on the opposite bank that might be a source of noise/light at night, and the park itself is kind of close to the road. I'm not exactly sure where one would tent, but there did seem to be some flat space behind a rafting/kayaking shack to the left as you pull in.

  • Rhonda B.
    Aug. 17, 2025

    The Landing at Bear Creek RV Park

    Best full time campground on the Ohio River!

    We are full-time RVers and this is by far the best park we've stayed at! It's peaceful and beautiful, everyone (especially Management) is so friendly and fun! The laundry facility is one of the greatest amenities as we've stayed other places without one, so we truly appreciate it! The splash pad is fantastic for children and adults alike! There's a dog park, and a kids kangaroo jump pad as well. The view of the river is beautiful! On weekends there's entertainment and/or cornhole tournaments to bring everyone together. The park is maintained perfectly and I've enjoyed calling it home! By far the best park in Southern Clermont County! Must see!

  • Kim H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Cowan Lake State Park Campground

    Sizeable Site, Good for Families

    We stayed in Site 78. The lot was VERY large and well maintained. The asphalt pad was decently level; a picnic table and fire ring were included.

    There was significant variety in the types of sites: some were quite wooded while others were full sun. Some sites were much larger than others.

    The restrooms were decent. They weren't new; however, they were very clean. I didn't check out any bath houses.

    The campground was filled with parents and kids riding bikes, playing, and having fun. Nobody was out of control or obnoxious. Plenty of dogs were present.

    We'll return next summer.

  • Robert H.
    Aug. 9, 2025

    Northern Kentucky RV Park

    Nice place to stay on the way price is priced accordingly on the high side

    Very nice attendant helpful even tried to help me find a lower priced campground but the others were full

  • K
    Aug. 8, 2025

    Cedarbrook Campground

    Wonderful stay w one hiccup

    This is a very well managed and maintain campground except the laundry facility. Washers are old and bed bugs were found. If you stick to your own camper you will be safe. Any campground that has cabins will have bedbugs. That’s a fact!

  • Kyle J.
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Clifty Falls State Park Campground

    High quality state park

    My only few gripes with this place. One all though the dnr staff is friendly I got pointed in the wrong direction 2 times about where to check in for camping. It is a very clean park. Just be sure if tent camping to hide your trash as wildlife is very brave to get up close and personal with your things

  • Beth B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2025

    Indian Springs Campground

    Nice campground, well cared for

    The spaces are gravel and level. The campground is mostly RV with a few private apartments/houseboat.

    Quiet, most all of the waterfront sites were taken. We took a chance on last minute reservations and there were plenty of pull through spots. Easy to setup.

    Checkin/out no problem. They have a code for gate entry.

    Bathhouse bathrooms are date but clean. A bit on small side, not very comfortable.

    There is not much common area for grass/waterside…kinda feel like your in someone’s spot/yard area.

    There is a playground for young kids.

    About 30 minutes from downtown Cincinnati…easy to get to a game.

  • Tom B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 22, 2025

    General Butler State Resort Park

    Been going there for years. Sites are tight, but well ran park.

    Clean, professional campground. Sites loops are tight but people with big fifth wheels were able to manage just fine. The fish were biting the weekend I was there!

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 22, 2025

    Thousand Trails Indian Lakes

    Needs new management

    Terrible management. Pics are outdated and most everything is run down. Only one pool open during short hours. No gas station, no slide, nasty lake water & nobody takes the trash/dumpsters out. Completely inundated with annual spots being reserved by weekend warriors meaning minimal availability for people who want to be here during the week. There are SEVERAL dozen spots available and we were told if the spot we got didn’t work we could pick something else. At 8pm during dinner we were disturbed by a park ranger and forced to move to a spot half the size with no hookups. She literally brought us to an overflow area that our rig doesn’t fit in. She made us pack up our entire camp site to move so someone else could have the spot, even though there were MULTIPLE spots available. Had to be extremely persistent to get a FHU spot only to see dozens continue to be available for the rest of our 2 week stay.

    They also charge you $5 per package to pick up your own mail from the building and $10 for a key card to access the park. Management is certainly skimming off of customers here. Will travel further to another TT campground to avoid this place in the future.

Guide to North Bend

Camping spots near North Bend, Ohio are situated along the Ohio River valley at approximately 500 feet elevation. The region experiences four distinct seasons with humid summers averaging 85°F and winter temperatures frequently dropping below freezing. Several campgrounds feature Ohio River access where campers can observe commercial barges navigating the waterway while maintaining access to urban amenities within a 30-minute drive.

What to do

Water activities on Acton Lake: At Hueston Woods State Park Campground, visitors enjoy boating and swimming options. "There is lake activities, hiking, biking, fishing. Camping can be in tents or various cabins or even in the lodge," notes Megan D.

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Big Bone Lick State Historic Site Campground offers unique animal encounters. "Great place to learn some history, hike a trail, and view the bison. There are places to have a picnic, and a small campground is available," explains Lisa S.

Miniature golf outings: Several parks feature family-friendly mini-golf courses. At Big Bone Lick State Historic Site Campground, "There is a museum and playground located on the property. You will also find a lake and a field with bison. The pool is tiny. There is also miniture golf available," according to Suzy M.

Educational experiences: The region offers natural history learning opportunities. "This is a small and simple park with a lot of opportunities to learn. There are a lot of little trails that criss cross each other and a lot of informational signs and a little museum," says Lynn G. about Big Bone Lick.

What campers like

Lake activities: East Fork State Park Campground provides water-based recreation options. "This Park Has a Little for Everyone... There was several miles of bike trails, bridle trails and hiking trails. There is also a beach and marina for campers away from the main beach and marina for those just visiting the park for the day," writes Andrea F.

Urban access with natural settings: Campers appreciate the balance of seclusion and convenience. "Very nice campground inside the urban loop in Cincinnati. Close to everything, yet quiet and secluded camping experience," Kenneth D. says about Winton Woods Campground.

River watching: Tucker's Landing offers waterway views. "Site 22 had a beautiful view of the ohio river. The kids enjoyed seeing the barges going up and down the river. It was very quiet and peaceful," reports Lindsey S.

Well-maintained facilities: Campers frequently mention clean amenities. "Camp sites are all blacktop, level, and clean. Nice bath houses, and playgrounds," notes Jarrod M. about East Fork State Park Campground.

What you should know

Site size variations: Some campgrounds have limited space. "Miami Whitewater Forest has very small sites but it is close to the city so that makes it nice," Kimberly A. points out.

Weekend busyness: Hamilton County Miami Whitewater Forest Campground and other parks get crowded. "Aging County Park... Not many level sites but with a little attention could be much better," notes Kenneth M.

Seasonal operations: While some parks operate year-round, certain amenities close early fall. At East Fork State Park Campground, "Rentals are available but most are only in season (ended September 30)," according to Lee D.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near North Bend, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near North Bend, OH is Big Bone Lick State Historic Site Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 45 reviews.

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