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Best Campgrounds near Oregonia, OH

666 Reviews

Campgrounds near Oregonia, Ohio provide a mix of developed sites, cabins, and RV-friendly areas throughout the Little Miami River region. Olive Branch Campground in Oregonia features 135 sites with cabin accommodations, while nearby Caesar Creek State Park Campground in Wilmington offers tent and RV camping with lake access. Several state parks within a 30-minute drive provide additional camping options, including Cowan Lake and Stonelick State Park, with accommodations ranging from primitive tent sites to cabins and glamping opportunities. Most campgrounds in this southwest Ohio region maintain water access as a central feature, with boat-in camping available at multiple locations.

Many campgrounds in the area operate year-round, though some like Stonelick State Park and Morgan's Riverside Campground maintain seasonal schedules from April through October. Advance reservations are strongly recommended during summer weekends and holiday periods when sites fill quickly. The region experiences typical Midwest seasonal patterns with humid summers and cold winters, making spring and fall particularly popular for camping. Water activities on the Little Miami River and nearby lakes drive much of the recreational interest. Campground amenities vary considerably, with facilities ranging from basic vault toilets to full-service bathhouses with showers. As one visitor noted, "Autumn is the best time to camp in Ohio. Lots of small bathrooms. Lake access."

Campers frequently mention the area's mixed forest environment and water recreation as highlights. The Little Miami River provides opportunities for canoeing, kayaking and fishing at spots like Morgan's Canoe and Outdoor Adventure. Most developed campgrounds offer fire rings, picnic tables, and drinking water, while electrical hookups are available at many but not all facilities. Sites tend to be relatively close together at state parks, with limited privacy in some areas. A camper at John Bryan State Park described the setting as having "very little privacy and sites just seemed to be placed randomly in the field." Camping near Oregonia balances proximity to Cincinnati and Dayton with enough distance to feel removed from urban areas, making it popular for weekend getaways. Sites with lake or river views tend to book earliest, especially those with electrical hookups for RVs.

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Best Camping Sites Near Oregonia, Ohio (85)

    1. Caesar Creek State Park Campground

    52 Reviews
    Arkansas River - Pool 5, OH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 488-4595

    $17 - $75 / night

    "There is a little store, but note that the firewood is in huge, unburnable pieces, (as most Ohio state park firewood is), so you'll need tons of kindling and several firestarters, or an ax and some way"

    "We stayed in Site 12, which was huge and conveniently located close to a fairly new shower house. That facility was among the very best I've seen! Amazingly clean!"

    2. Cowan Lake State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Wilmington, OH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 382-1096

    "Autumn is the best time to camp in Ohio. Lots of small bathrooms. Lake access. Only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was due to the fact there was no quick reentry."

    "Cowan Lake State Park is near Wilmington, Ohio and they have been making a lot of improvements to the park.  It is a great location between Cincinnati and Columbus with easy access from the highway. "

    3. Olive Branch Campground

    13 Reviews
    Oregonia, OH
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 932-2267

    $47 - $75 / night

    "This campground is shady, quiet with plenty to do in the surrounding area. There is a pool, laundry room and large field with a playground and basketball court."

    "There is a nice walking trail through the woods, a small pool, playground, and a pond for fishing."

    4. Stonelick State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Goshen, OH
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 625-6593

    "Our spot was right next to a small Pollinator trail that lead to the water. My little ones had a blast riding their scooters around the round about. The restrooms are a quick walk and very clean."

    "This is a great park in southern Ohio, easy to reach, 20 minutes off the interstate 275. There are a number of good sites, but some with a significant slope that leveling would be an issue."

    5. Lebanon-Cincinnati NE KOA

    10 Reviews
    Lebanon, OH
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 932-7717

    "This KOA sets the bar for the Ohio locations we have visited. The bathrooms are amazing and private. The tent site we had was huge and there were actually trees for our suspended tent and hammocks."

    "Cute town Cons: sites are fairly close to each other."

    6. Morgan’s Canoe and Outdoor Adventure

    5 Reviews
    Oregonia, OH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 899-2166

    $30 / night

    "https://www.morganscanoe.com/ This site is close to King's Island and Fort Ancient. It also was next to a bike trail. "

    "The location is amazing being right next to the river. The sites are just a tad close together so we felt on top of the other campers and didn’t have privacy. I will definitely return though."

    7. Morgan's Riverside Campground & Cabins

    5 Reviews
    Oregonia, OH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 899-2166

    "Along the Ohio river Morgan’s is the perfect spot to camp if you enjoy nature. The wooded sites are very large even the small ones with mature trees."

    "We were also super close to Kings Island and took a day trip."

    8. East Fork State Park Campground

    65 Reviews
    Concord, OH
    28 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."

    9. Thousand Trails Wilmington

    4 Reviews
    Clarksville, OH
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "There is plenty of hiking close by and either Dayton to the north or Cincinnati to the south for plenty of things to do."

    "We like the location to the State park nearby for hiking trails and mountain biking trails (Ceasar Creek).   "

    10. John Bryan State Park Campground

    42 Reviews
    Yellow Springs, OH
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 767-1274

    "The campsite is next to the 12 mile set of mountain bike trails.  It is a great mountain biking/camping getaway.  The trails are easy, so for all levels.  Nice camping for families.  "

    "Great place to visit has three parks in one John Bryant and Glen Helen nature preserve and Clifton Gorge are some of the best hiking trails in south west Ohio."

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  • Kara S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Stonelick State Park Campground

    Big sites but can be loud and crowded

    Nice big sites, fairly level. We camped at site 35 and it was very slopey, our levelers only helped a little. First night the shower house STUNK but then the next day it smelled fine while our closest bathrooms were out of order. The trail to the lake was right next to the sit and that was lovely.

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Buck Creek State Park Campground

    Quiet park with level spaces

    This park was pretty packed over Labor Day weekend, but it still felt like it wasn’t super crowded. Our space was nice and level. Nice hiking trails in the area. Showers were very nice and clean. Several water spickets throughout the park if you needed to access them. It was a bit of a drive back into the campground, probably 3 1/2 miles.

  • Evan C.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Rocky Fork State Park Campground

    Fine tenting, poorly kept

    8/13/2025

    Got here after dark, but navigated to a pretty secluded loop that's just for tenting (site 61 - see map). Stakes went in fine. Seemed to be a lot of different types of spiders, which was cool to see and even cooler that they didn't bug me. Less cool - the site wasn't very clean - bits of trash that a park attendant/ranger definitely should've been picking up. Moreover, there were stray cats living in that section (I saw three), which were very cute but I'm sure they're not living their best life and the wildlife probably don't appreciate them being around either. I called later to let the park know (nobody was around during my stay) and they said they'd get maintenance on it. If you stay here and see them, I'd urge you to let the park know again, or maybe call animal control.

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • John S.
    Jul. 12, 2025

    The Landing at Bear Creek RV Park

    Worst RV park.

    Worst RV park I stayed at. By the way, it’s managed. People are living in sheds. When you there they don’t keep up on your lawn as cutting the grass and getting the weeds. Just not a place I will take my family again.

Guide to Oregonia

Camping near Oregonia, Ohio, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Fishing and boating: Many campgrounds, like Cowan Lake State Park Campground, provide access to lakes where you can fish or rent kayaks. One visitor mentioned, "Great hiking trails and people are friendly," highlighting the outdoor activities available.
  • Hiking: Explore the trails at John Bryan State Park Campground. A reviewer noted, "The location is awesome adjacent to Clifton Gorge and Yellow Springs. Lots of great hiking."
  • Picnicking: Many campgrounds have picnic areas. At East Fork State Park Campground, one camper enjoyed the spacious site, saying, "There was a tree for shade and plenty of space and grass to walk our dogs."

What campers like

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and shower houses. A visitor at Rocky Fork State Park Campground said, "Bath houses were best we've seen so far, lots of shower stalls and clean."
  • Friendly atmosphere: Many campgrounds have a welcoming vibe. One reviewer at Cowan Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "Camp Coordinator Linda has a great group of people on board. Very friendly."
  • Spacious sites: Campers enjoy having room to spread out. A guest at Stonelick State Park Campground noted, "Sites are large, most with concrete pads. Grounds are well kept."

What you should know

  • Busy weekends: Some campgrounds can get crowded, especially during peak times. A camper at Rocky Fork State Park Campground mentioned, "The campground was extremely busy on the weekends."
  • Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for raccoons and other wildlife. A visitor at John Bryan State Park Campground warned, "The raccoons are lingering the edge of the woods day and night ready to grab anything."
  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds may not have all the amenities you expect. A reviewer at Hueston Woods State Park Campground noted, "Only A & B loop are suitable for campers."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose family-friendly sites: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities. One camper at Olive Branch Campground said, "Nice Playground, on-site pond and we stayed on a FHU site."
  • Plan for activities: Make sure to have a list of activities to keep kids entertained. A visitor at Winton Woods Campground mentioned, "The campground has a nice camp store with ice cream and other camping essentials."
  • Pack snacks and drinks: Having food on hand can make family outings easier. A camper at Dayton KOA Holiday noted, "Very clean and quiet campground bathrooms extremely clean!"

Tips from RVers

  • Check site lengths: Make sure your RV fits the site before booking. A reviewer at Dayton KOA Holiday mentioned, "Plenty of length for our 45’ fifth wheel and dually truck."
  • Look for shaded spots: Staying cool is important, especially in summer. A visitor at Winton Woods Campground said, "The sites with water, sewer, and concrete pads are newer and nice, but the trees are still growing."
  • Be aware of noise levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy. A camper at Rocky Fork State Park Campground noted, "The campsites are on top of each other. It has very little woods around it."

Camping near Oregonia, Ohio, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Oregonia, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Oregonia, OH is Caesar Creek State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 52 reviews.

What parks are near Oregonia, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 parks near Oregonia, OH that allow camping, notably West Fork of Mill Creek Lake and Clarence J. Brown Dam and Reservoir.

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