Top Tent Camping near Painesville, OH
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Best Tent Sites Near Painesville, OH (11)
1. Cuyahoga Valley National Park - CAMPING NO LONGER OFFERED
26 Reviews•127 Photos•117 SavesVerified 8/19/2020 Camping is no longer offered here. Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a destination for millions of visitors each year who enjoy hiking, riding the scenic railroad, biking and picnicking. Whether you need an area large enough for a family reunion or just an intimate spot for two, Cuyahoga Valley is an ideal destination. Picnic areas are scattered throughout the park. Two rustic shelters, Ledges and Octagon, are available for reservation in the Virginia Kendall Unit of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Natural Features: The Cuyahoga River flows through the park for 22 miles, fed by more than 190 miles of perennial (permanent) and ephemeral (temporary) streams. The Beaver Marsh and other wetlands, many lined with cattails and dense patches of duckweed, provide a home for many of the parks reptiles and amphibians and help filter pollutants from the water. Recreation: With many different facilities and attractions in the park, there is something to interest everyone. Most shelter areas have open fields for games and nearby hiking trails.Visitors enjoy riding the scenic railroad, exploring the visitor centers, catching one of the summer concerts, attending one of the ranger-guided programs, biking the Towpath Trail or picnicking in one of the parks picnic shelters. Facilities: Cuyahoga Valleys two shelters are fully-accessible. The Civilian Conservation Corps constructed them with American chestnut and locally quarried sandstone. The shelters are located near Ritchie Ledges, an area with approximately 2 miles of Sharon conglomerate stone cliffs about 30 feet tall. A large play field and hiking trails are available near each shelter. Ledges Shelter accommodates up to 75 people. It has two fireplaces and eight picnic tables inside, as well as eight tables in the outside pavilion and a large grill. Octagon Shelter accommodates up to 50 people. During the summer months its walls are removed; they are in place from about October 15 to May 1. Seven indoor picnic tables, two fireplaces and an outdoor grill are provided. Both shelters have electricity for normal two-pronged household appliances such as coffee pots and crock pots. Drinking water is available at a drinking fountain from May 1 to September 15. Restrooms with flush toilets are available year-round. Nearby Attractions: Visit Brandywine Falls, the historic Boston Store Visitor Center, Ritchie Ledges, the Beaver Marsh and the Everett Road Covered Bridge. These are some of the more popular attractions in the park.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
2. Penitentiary Glen Reservation Campsite
2 Reviews•14 Photos•79 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Dispersed
3. Lake Erie Bluffs
1 Review•18 Photos•41 SavesIn an effort to provide more opportunities to enjoy our parks, Lake Metroparks offers tent camping so campers may experience unique natural features and the great outdoors. Reservations are required.
Campsites provide a “rustic” experience for small groups of up to eight people staying in tents. Campers must hike or paddle to the campsites. The sites are set back from the developed areas of the parks from about 0.25 mile to more than a mile. Each location is different and provides a quiet, intimate natural experience—much different than crowded campgrounds.
The paddle-in sites may require a three- to eight-mile paddle by canoe or kayak to reach the campsite. The idea is to paddle a stretch of the Grand River, spend the night under the stars and then paddle another stretch the next day. Imagine paddling 27 miles and spending two nights on the wild and scenic Grand River! That is all possible in your Lake Metroparks.
Each site has a designated area to pitch a tent, a place to build a fire, a grill and a picnic table. The sites do not have restrooms, running water or trash cans. Campers are expected to practice a “leave no trace” camping ethic including carrying in and carrying out all supplies and trash, with the goal of leaving the area better than it was found.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
$10 - $20 / night
4. Big Creek Park
1 Review•15 Photos•23 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Cabins
5. The West Woods
3 Reviews•14 Photos•36 SavesThere are 2 primitive sites here. The West Woods is a 902-acre park that protects the historic sandstone ledges of Ansel’s Cave, Silver Creek and its watershed, extensive wetlands and mature forests.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Dispersed
6. Headwaters Park
2 Reviews•2 Photos•21 SavesHeadwaters Park is a 926-acre reservation located in Claridon and Huntsburg townships. The property is leased by Geauga Park District from the City of Akron in a partnership that allows for conservation of natural areas, enjoyment by park visitors, and outdoor education and passive recreation. It is Geauga Park District's intent to mange this natural area and to protect the water quality for aquatic life and downstream neighbors. Prior to 1932, the east branch of the Cuyahoga River meandered through a lush ravine as it made its way through Claridon and Huntsburg townships. Picnickers enjoyed many summer afternoons along it's banks; vacationers escaped to cottages nestled around adjacent Crystal Lake and along the river's edge. When the City of Akron began purchasing land in Geauga County in 1932, the cottages and neighboring farmhouses were moved and a dam was built to impound the waters in East Branch Reservoir. Having secured a stable water supply for the businesses and homes in their community, City of Akron officials opened the reservoir and surrounding land to local residents in 1959. In 1996, Geauga Park District's Board of Park Commissioners signed an agreement to lease the land and reservoir, and renamed the area Headwaters Park because of its location at the upper reaches of the Cuyahoga River. Visitor activities are regulated by Geauga Park District in accordance with the City of Akron in order to achieve mutual stewardship goals of protecting natural resources and water quality. Camping is available by permit in the designated tent pad or lean-to sites. Reservations for all facilities can be made online or by calling the Park District office.
- Cabins
7. Heritage Farms
9 Reviews•52 Photos•156 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Dispersed
$35 - $55 / night
8. Ottawa Overlook Backcountry sites
Be the first to review!•6 SavesThree primitive sites along the trail with few amenities. Remember to LNT.
- Pets
- Reservable
- Tents
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
$5 / night
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Recent Tent Reviews In Painesville
403 Reviews of 11 Painesville Campgrounds
- BBlythe B.
Traveler
Perry Township Park
Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stopped through for 1 night with no reservation. Called and the camp host was super helpful and friendly! Got in after dinner and luckily we were just car camping, because we got (in our opinion) the best site there! 23 has a great shot of the lake, nice cinder blocks built up to block any wind from the fire pit. Didn’t use showers, but the bathrooms were well maintained! The lake view was amazing! Very quiet and small location…perfect for what we wanted for the evening. Would highly recommend!
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Christopher J.
Scout
Geneva State Park
Friendly and clean
Stayed two nights mid September. Lovely weather. Clean bathrooms and showers with hot water. Firewood, ice, free drinking water, and trinkets available at registration booth.
Meghan B.
RangerPerry Township Park
Another nice experience
Stayed here again while passing through the area. Facilities are still looking good and the host was very helpful with getting us settled in. Will visit again!
- TTrina
Guide
Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA
Gross & Rundown
I don’t have much to say about this campground but to start off on a high note the pool was nice. Now the reasons for our low rating. WiFi was nonexistent, everything was dirty and run down. Our RV site was ok. Family rented a cabin and it was disgusting. Dirty furniture-dishes-run down. Toilet looked like someone died in it. For $250 a night our recommendation is get a hotel-cheaper and cleaner (which is what our family ended up doing). Oh and letting permanent sites fly all sorts of political flags makes this KOA unwelcoming and honestly a little scary. Do not waste your money here.
- Hillz M.Traveler
The Farm at Grand River
Family Friendly idyllic farm get away
My 6 year old daughter lived her farm animal dream life for a week! The hosts were so accommodating. My daughter loved the free movie nights under stars, running wild with the goats, and the play grounds and play houses kept her busy for hours! The eggs were delicious, I spent time by the fire, in a hammock, and soaking up the sunshine. It was the rejuvenating experience I needed. I will definitely plan to stay here again!
Fred R.Ranger
Indian Creek RV and Camping Resort, A Sun RV Resort
Back again 2024 July 4
Again it is a nice large place with activities all day for all ages. Pool was great due to temps being in the 90s. Not all sites are full hookup and 50 Amp. The street lights suck as they fully illuminated our sites. Fireworks were OK.
- Robert L.Traveler
MillBrook Resort
Pretty nice
We stayed here with our Coast to Coast membership, so it was good for that price. The main restroom/shower house is attached to the office. There are 5 restrooms with flush toilet and hand sanitizer scattered around the park. Most all of the sites are back in. We stayed at a site that shares a pole with water and electric hookups with 3 others. The first time I connected to the internet at our site, it connected right away with good quality. For about 30 seconds. I never got internet at our site again. It is good in the game room by the office, but there isn't anywhere with air conditioning to sit. AT&T has one bar of signal. Many problems getting internet with that. We did enjoy the indoor pool. Until it became crowded with kids. So, we went to the swimming pond. It was quite nice. We took out a paddle boat. They offer paddle boats, canoes, and rowboat to use for free. The one we had wouldn't steer. We went in circles to the right in the middle of the lake for 45 minutes before we got it back to the dock. I think it needs more trees.
Kimberly C.Guide
Willow Lake Park Inc
Enjoy the great camping! Absolutely beautiful and fun!
Some days you just need peace and quiet sitting by the campfire and enjoying the creek and the woods. Other times you want to get up and go dance to the band, swim in the lake, join the bingo and other games or throw a grand picnic. Willow Lake Campground offers it all.
- CChelsea W.Traveler
Virginia's Beach Campground
Beautiful place!
There really aren’t words! Everything is clean, quiet and serene! The people that work there we super friendly! Can’t wait to go back!
- TTracy F.Scout
Linesville Campground
Clean and Spacious
The Tuttle Campground was enjoyable. It is a well maintained park with big spacious spots.
- MMichael B.Traveler
Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park
Pymatuning Jamestown
Quiet park. Some road noise from campsite J100 but US route 322 is lightly traveled. Typical tent site with fire ring and picnic table. Across street from bath house with shower and toilet which was clean.
- iivory L.Scout
Willow Lake Park Inc
Beautiful campground
Stay here for the holiday weekend, they offer plenty of activities for everyone. Had a band each night! Bad Juju was definitely a favorite of mine. During the band and the day they have a concession stand open with really good food, the girls that work in there are very lovely. The facilities were clean and staff members were respectful and friendly, really the whole park was. This is a great park for a weekend getaway for the family or even just for yourself.
- DDawn W.Traveler
Ridge Ranch Campground
Bathhouse in poor shape
It was a nice location to the turnpike but the bathrooms are so out of date. We have a small TT and use the bathhouse frequently. The stall doors hit your knees and the well water stinks…couldn’t wash my hand in the sink. Only one shower stall in the one of 2 bathroom locations. It was nice to see an area designated for dog swimming area. The office closed at 6 PM so no late arrivals. Nice pond but it was a little murky.
- LLuke K.Scout
Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park
Weekend Getaway
We will definitely be back. The sites are very level, so setup is a breeze. There's plenty of spots to go fishing and hang out by the lake, plus different things to do in the area.
- CClara H.Scout
Silver Springs Campground
April/May Camping
We enjoy camping in this local park. It's quiet, and everyone is very nice here. The park Mgr. is very nice and helpful as well.
J R.Guide
Countryside Campground
Liked and will make a season of it
Although my recent visit to do a recon for a seasonal site was in the off season, it was a really good first impression. Friendly staff, and found what I hope will be be good spot with reservoir in the distance and leaves on the trees.
- Kevin C.Ranger
Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
Lots to do for the whole family
My wife and I stayed here in late September so it wasn't overly crowded. The camp sites were fairly spacious and level. There seemed to be water fill stations scattered around the campground for convenience. I was actually able to fill me fresh water tank from one near by. The campground is fairly large and we rode our bikes around quite a bit, including our to the campground store at the entrance. There were numerous playgrounds and activities for kids. They have full hookup sections, but most of the campground is electric only. All in all the best review I can give is to say that we would go back.
Ky G.Traveler
Penitentiary Glen Reservation Campsite
Cozy and Quiet
My friends and I decided to stay here for the weekend. Even with the colder weather it was nice and cozy. Plenty of fire wood provided and a short distance away from the gorge to walk. The second night had lots of coyotes around, which is cool but can be dangerous if not careful of course. Coyotes were heard all around the general area. Other than that quiet and the roads close by are unheard. Overall a great experience and definitely recommend for a rustic experience.
Kerry R.ScoutStreetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA
Beware
We booked a tent plot for two days in advance, once we set up camp though the weather report said 30% chance of rain it proceeded to rain nonstop all night long. Our tent leaked horribly bad and it was evident with the forecast we would not last another day in the tent. We had to pack up and leave. KOA was not sympathetic to us at all. In fact when I called to ask questions I was ignored on the phone then disconnected. We were packed up and checked out by the check out time and they refused to refund us for a night. There were plenty of spots open so it's not as though they would have been loosing money. Not only that but we bought$25.00 worth of firewood that was in plastic that we could not use because of the non-stop rain. They would not take it back for a refund. Then oddly advised us to take it if we wanted to, knowing firewood is not to be transported. We left the unopened firewood at the campsite which I'm sure they were able to resell. All in all we spent about$140.00 for one night of camping where we were stuck inside of our leaking tent. Never again will we ever stay at another KOA camp.
- Meghan B.Ranger
Perry Township Park
Perry Township Park & Campground
The hosts were very friendly and helpful during our short stay. The area was clean and safe. Would stay again!
- SSteve A.Guide
Woodside Lake Park
Great launch point
A lot to do. We had bad weather coming in so we didn't stay as long as we would have liked to.
- SSteve A.Guide
Geneva State Park
Best of both worlds
When we booked our site, the camp website showed cabins on the lake. We booked site 88 for our glamping, but a water leak at site 90 had our water off. Site 111 was available for the night right on the lake. We were happy to pay the difference to spend a night with the lake right outside our bedroom window. The water was back on in site 88 the next day so we enjoyed the rest of our stay in a beautiful site 5 minutes from the lake.
- SStephanie S.Scout
Jamestown - Pymatuning State Park
Labor Day weekend
Campground was clean and well maintained. Only issue we ran into was that the fire pit was not cleaned out after the last folks. It wasn’t a huge deal but there we had quite a bit of debris and wet ash to deal with. The wash houses scattered throughout are new and very clean. The one across from our site had 4 private bathrooms with a toilet and shower. Very well patrolled and tons of stuff to do within biking/running/driving distance.
Ryan K.Scout
Country Acres Campground
Avoid!!
We stayed here for 4 days and 3 nights, I will not be returning ever. List of things that were horribly wrong with this campground..-The whole place smelled like rotting sewage, the public bathrooms had pee and poop all over the floor like the toilets had been backed up and they were like that the whole time we were there.-The playground was covered in caution tape, so it could not be used.-The billards room looks like if you even touch anything, the whole place is going to fall in. The ceiling was falling in, the pool table was a mess, there were broken darts for the dart board, the stereo did not work, the trash was over filled and was infested with bugs.-The owner is horribly rude, we had an issue with something and we tried talking to him about it and the answer we received was"yeah yeah" and walked off.-The swimming pool is a lot smaller than the pictures on their website, by probably more than half the size.-The lake is covered in green stuff, so fishing if very hard to do there.-We stayed with another group of people and we both had golfcart rentals which they had to double pay for because they messed up their reservation, they also lost their golfcart for a good chunk of the day because the tires were bad and it had brake issues and they never received any type of refund or anything for that.-Were yelled at for having children on laps on the golfcart(one being a baby) and was told they had to be seated. So we had to get out and walk,(even though there was a lot of golfcarts where there were people sitting on laps and not getting yelled at.)-The day we were leaving we tied one of our dogs up outside to return the golfcart(which the dog can't be in) and we already had the camper packed up. So we tied her up in a shady area at the site with water for not(5minutes,) the owner was at our site and yelling at my 10 year old daughter for leaving the dog out. 1- she is 10 and 2- the dog is not allowed on the carts or allowed in the store and you have a strict 12pm return time for those. She was perfectly fine for those 5 minutes. There were a few other times that the experience was just not enjoyable and I am sure the owner will comment back and deny everything like he does in any post that has anything bad to say about him. Was a horrible experience and would avoid this campground at all costs. There are so many better campgrounds and for a cheaper price!!
Joni P.GuideLinesville Campground
Small and Peaceful with a beautiful view
Nice and spacious sites. Great launch area from the campground to set out on your kayak or paddle board. Walkable to the marina and beach area. Beach area was small but clean and had new sand. The bathhouse was clean and maintained. There was a small swing area in the campground but you kind of had to walk through some sites to get to it. No hiking from the campground. We did ride our bikes out of the grounds and through town a little to the Pymatuning Spillway trail. The trail head was a bit of a challenge to find. We entered behind the church in town. The trail was great and we stopped at the spillway to feed the carp. On our return we found out that the trail was finished a little further down from where we entered and we rode to the end over a bridge and back into town. We had Verizon cell service at the campground.
Kevin H.
Legend
Village Green Campground
Friendly staff & guests mostly seasonal clientele
Site number located on elec outlet - situated at tail end of site next to shared water outlet ( two spigots). You’d best like close neighbors, cos they’re thrown in ( for no additional charge) had 30/50 and water - no sewer. Honeywagon service twice a week - $12 per. There was a bathhouse, pretty average. Good pressure , plenty hot.
Laundry avl In bathhouse
Had to detach F250 as site was a tad not level. No long enough to park on site, so parked next to 5th wheel.
Verizon and Visible were both great. Verizon was higher speeds- but that is to be expected
Office personnel and guests all really friendly and accommodating.
This is my first stay in a seasonal park. Stumbled into a wonderful group of seasonal campers, almost like a family. Really interesting experience
Needed to stay longer than anticipated, and they let us stay in an open field. Will come again if in the area
- jjuliusScout
Perry Township Park
Cozy paradise at the lake
We enjoyed the place very much. The place is managed by fabulous couple Rich and Deb. They let us have fun with their jet sky and kayaks all for free.
The place is clean and has nice playground for kids too.
The place gives off laid back atmosphere. The time goes very slowly just watching the sunset over the lake.
We spent there 3 nights (just didn’t feel like we would like to leave at all)
Guide to Painesville
Camping near Painesville, Ohio, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From serene lakeside spots to family-friendly campgrounds, there’s something for everyone looking to escape into nature.
What to do:
Fishing and Boating: Many campgrounds, like Pymatuning State Park Campground, provide access to beautiful lakes. One reviewer mentioned, "Beautiful lake on the Ohio/PA border. Clean bathrooms/showers. Don’t forget to feed the carp!" This makes it a great spot for fishing and enjoying water activities.
Hiking: Explore trails in nearby parks. Campers at Cuyahoga Valley National Park enjoyed the scenic views, with one stating, "Nice stretch of forest...great views, trails for different skill levels."
Playgrounds and Family Activities: Campgrounds like West Branch State Park Campground have playgrounds and family-friendly beaches. A family reviewer said, "Great showerhouses and very nice playground. We love the small campers beach near site 160."
What campers like:
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and shower facilities. One camper at Punderson State Park Campground noted, "Showers are hot, bathrooms are clean, and there are coin-operated laundry machines."
- Spacious Campsites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A reviewer at Mosquito Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "The camp sites were fairly spacious and level."
- Quiet Atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peaceful surroundings. One visitor at Geneva State Park Campground said, "The campground was quiet as much as can be expected."
What you should know:
- Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Silver Springs Campground, have basic facilities. A reviewer pointed out, "There are portable bathrooms located throughout the campground...no shower facilities."
- Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in warmer months. A camper at Punderson State Park Campground warned, "There were lots of mosquitoes, so be prepared to bring bug spray!"
- Crowded Weekends: Popular spots can get busy. One camper at Mill Creek Camping noted, "Gets loud and crowded on the weekend as usual."
Tips for camping with families:
- Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities. Campers at West Branch State Park Campground loved the "extremely age-friendly playground for every kid there."
- Plan for Rain: Be ready for wet weather. A family at Geneva State Park Campground mentioned, "After waking up to a thunderstorm...we found no standing water at our site."
- Bring Outdoor Games: Keep kids entertained with outdoor games. One camper at Mosquito Lake State Park Campground highlighted, "There were numerous playgrounds and activities for kids."
Tips from RVers:
- Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Punderson State Park Campground advised, "Make sure you check pictures of the sites to see if they will accommodate your rig."
- Be Prepared for Slopes: Some sites may have uneven ground. A camper at Silver Springs Campground noted, "The sites had plenty of space and nice views, but our site was gravel and fairly unlevel."
- Bring Extra Power Cords: If your site has outlets on a slope, you might need longer cords. A camper at Mill Creek Camping mentioned, "The outlets are at the top of a gentle slope, so if your power cord isn’t long enough..."
Camping near Painesville, Ohio, has its perks and quirks. With a little planning, you can enjoy the great outdoors and make lasting memories!
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