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West Branch State Park Campground features a designated equestrian camping area in Wayland, Ohio. The horse camping section provides primitive camping options for riders with their own horses, though recent reviews indicate tent campers are sometimes allowed in this area as well. Horse owners mention that the equestrian sites are located in the back of the campground, offering a more secluded experience. The park requires horses to remain in designated areas for safety reasons, and some users have expressed concern about non-equestrians camping in the horse camping section creating potential safety issues for both people and animals.
The bridle trails at West Branch connect to the park's wider trail system, providing multiple route options for riders. The campground offers year-round access, making it suitable for horse camping in different seasons. While the horse camping area does not provide electric hookups or water connections directly at the sites, the campground maintains clean facilities with flush toilets and shower houses in the main camping areas. Some equestrians note that the main campground has full hookup sites that would be preferable for horse trailers if such access were permitted. Riders appreciate the relative isolation of the horse camping section, though they suggest making reservations well in advance for equestrian sites, especially during peak summer and fall seasons.
"The bathrooms are clean and include a laundry and sinks outside to wash your dishes. Campground hosts and staff are friendly and helpful. Sites are roomy and clean. Lots of variety."
"There is no WiFi and barely one bar of cell service; your best internet access is at the nice public library 7 miles away in Ravenna Sand beach is an easy walk from all camp sites and boat trailers can"
from $30 - $52 / night
Check Availability"This park is one of my favorites in Ohio at this time. Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a fog park next to the lake."
"They told me Ohio State Parks were voted #1 in the US. Well there is a reason for that. Beautiful, clean, great spots, not a bad site in the entire park."
from $27 - $80 / night
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- 6 electric sites
- 44 non-electric sites
- Dump station
- No showers; no flush toilets
- Pets are permitted on all sites
Equestrian"
"I live near by to this state park and have spent much time exploring the entirety of it."
from $23 - $50 / night
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TravelerYou need to make reservations well in advance for the “primo” sites. The bathrooms are clean and include a laundry and sinks outside to wash your dishes. Campground hosts and staff are friendly and helpful. Sites are roomy and clean. Lots of variety. If you’re into hiking, disc golf, kayaking, fishing, equestrian pursuits, etc, this is the park for you.
Traveler3 Immaculate bath houses all with laundry facilities, all sites have electric (no f-ing generators) and many have have water and sewer hook ups. There is no WiFi and barely one bar of cell service; your best internet access is at the nice public library 7 miles away in Ravenna Sand beach is an easy walk from all camp sites and boat trailers can be parked on your camp site Boat launch has a big trailer parking lot, too. There are hiking, equestrian and mountain biking trails in the park and launching off paddle boards is ok at the boat launch or the nearby beach Friendly staff and camp hosts!
RangerThis park is one of my favorites in Ohio at this time. Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a fog park next to the lake.
GuideFirst time here. They told me Ohio State Parks were voted #1 in the US. Well there is a reason for that. Beautiful, clean, great spots, not a bad site in the entire park. Wood is dry and cheap right outside the park entrance. Bass fishing is top notch on the lake. I would definitely come back here again and again.
LegendRanger Review: Morsel Spork at West Branch State Park
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This state park was very welcome after our first two unlucky Ohio state park experiences. We had no trouble pulling in at 3 pm on a Sunday after Labor Day with no reservations and snagging a very nice spot (Site 50 backs up to Kirwan Reservoir). There are two loops that are on Jay Lake where there is a beach; it was understandable that there weren’t any water view spots that had not been reserved here. A very quiet park that is well-maintained with lots of amenities. Even the rumbling of the nearby trains was on the quiet side! Nice playground with toy stocked sandpit, volleyball net, cheap laundry ($3 per load, wash and dry), dishwashing sinks, showers, and clean bathrooms. There was even a step stool for kids to be able to reach the sinks. A staffed store(9am-7pm on Sunday, 11am-7pm Monday– Thursday and 9 am– 8:30 pm on Saturday) with basic supplies and, of course, t-shirts and sweatshirts. Some of the sites have a slight grade so be cautious when selecting. Many trees that provide separation between sites. Several short hiking trails. A side note: I only saw one non-Ohio license plate besides ours in the entire park, almost like it is an Ohio secret (not anymore!)
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**Product Review: **
As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I have the opportunity to test products. At this campground, I tested the large Morsel Spork from Outdoor Element. I have to admit that when I unpacked my box from Outdoor Elements, I was surprised at how LONG our morsel sporks were(we have other sporks that are much shorter so I was expecting these to be a similar size) but then I saw a photo of someone using it with their freeze-dried meal and it was an aha moment! No need to dirty another dish because this mighty spork can reach to the bottom of the pouch with no problem! These sporks are also sturdier than others we have used. The rubber scraper edge is a nice touch – would be great for getting the last delicious bits of meals from the freeze-dried meal pouches and I’m thinking also in glass or plastic containers. A very nice addition to our camping tools.
TravelerFamily Campground on Leslie Road [map]
Equestrian Camp on Sprucevale Road
Group Camp on Sprucevale Road
LegendHere's what's great about this campground situated at an easy drive from major cities like Columbus and Cleveland...its scenic, a fully loaded campground with bathhouses, parks, hiking paths, swimming resivoir with boat rental...we highly recommend renting a pontoon for the day and hanging out in the resivoir for swimming and lounging! It's both relaxing and nice to get away from the beach crowd!
ScoutStayed in two different areas of West Branch State Park while visiting Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Very impressed with large, clean bath houses, including fully private showers. Sites were very large and spread out, visit bing lots of nice privacy. Though we did not take advantage, the park also offered horse bridle trails, mountain biking and water activities on the lake. What a gem!
GuideWe just got back from our first trip to Mosquito Lake State Park Campground. All in all, it was a great experience.
We stayed in site 67, which is a waterfront site, with electric. The water is about 25 yards from the pad, but is visible from the entire site. The site was spacious, but not as private as some of the others. There is some woods between this site and the sites on either side, but other sites are visible. The fire pits and picnic tables were staggered, so it created some distance to make it feel more private.
The campground as a whole, was very quiet. We stayed from Wednesday to Friday. The group next to us seemed a little rowdy when we first pulled in, but by 10:00 there was no noise anywhere near us.
Most sites seemed pretty level from side to side, but where we were, several had a slope from front to back. Away from the waterfront, most sites looked pretty level. The amount of space between sites varied from site to site. Some sites had woods on both sides, while others were pretty open. Some had nice large grassy areas, others were much smaller. Sites from 214-224 are in a cul de sac and are water front, but they were pretty close together with very little privacy between sites, if any. They are very close to the water though.
There are bathrooms and water scatter about, but from what I saw there was only 1 shower house.
Wal-mart and other shopping and restaurants were about 3 miles away. Park was easy to get to, only one turn for us off the highway. Lake was great for kayaking and paddleboarding. Very nice dog park in a different part of the park. There is a boat launch accessible from inside the campground.
Dump station has 2 lanes which was nice when checking out. Fresh water fill up was also located near the dump station.
West Branch State Park offers equestrian camping 13 miles from Parkman, Ohio. The designated horse campground section provides a secluded experience with sites located away from the main camping area. Equestrian facilities include hitching posts, areas to unload and saddle horses, and direct trail access. Riders must keep horses in designated areas throughout the campground for safety reasons.
Lakeside recreation: At West Branch State Park Campground, campers can enjoy multiple water activities. "We can launch our kayaks right from our campsite. The shower house and bathrooms are large and clean. There is even a book exchange shelf at the shower house in case of rainy days," notes Alisa G.
Fishing opportunities: The numerous coves and inlets provide excellent fishing spots. "Great site! Shaded lots of space semi private area. Right off the water with area to tie boat for easy water access," reports Katelyn P. about waterside sites perfect for anglers.
Trail exploration: Horse camping areas connect to extensive bridle trail systems. Many trails feature moderate terrain suitable for beginning to intermediate riders. "There are many scenic hiking trails at West Branch. Bridle trails are located on Esworthy Rd," explains a visitor who appreciates both hiking and equestrian options.
Spacious sites: Mosquito Lake State Park Campground offers generous camping areas. "The sites are huge. The dog park is amazing. There's so much to do here. Swimming, boating, fishing. We love it," shares Courtney C. about what makes this park stand out.
Family activities: Weekend programming provides entertainment beyond trail riding. "An ice cream social is held on Saturday evenings that my children always love to attend," mentions Alisa G. from West Branch. Similarly, Mosquito Lake offers "movie nights on the weekends" according to Karen D.
Privacy between sites: Many equestrian campgrounds maintain good separation between camping areas. "Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a dog park next to the lake," comments Jim L. about the layout at Mosquito Lake State Park.
Reservation requirements: Horse camping areas fill quickly during peak season. "Make reservations! (6 months in advance). Waterside sites fill up quickly!" advises Alisa G. This applies especially to equestrian sites with water access.
Terrain challenges: Some campsites require leveling equipment. "We were only off 2 inches side to side but front to back we had to lower the front 15 inches," explains Andrea F. about site conditions at Beaver Creek State Park Campground.
Water access limitations: Not all equestrian camping areas have direct water hookups. "They are on a well so there is limited water and they don't allow you to fill up your on board tank. Make sure you fill up before you go!" cautions a reviewer at Beaver Creek State Park.
Playground access: Many parks offer dedicated play areas for children. "Nice playground for kids. Dog park nearby. Camp is near beach & marina," notes Heidi B. about the family-friendly amenities at Mosquito Lake State Park Campground.
Nature activities: Children can enjoy structured outdoor exploration. "If your kids are 8 and under they'll love the nature playground and nets provided to catch critters," shares Joe F. about the family programming at Mosquito Lake.
Site selection: Choose camping locations strategically based on amenities. "We got a site near the playground, which my 3 year old enjoyed. The campground wasn't busy and we had a lot of privacy," explains Matt H. about his experience at Beaver Creek State Park.
Site leveling preparation: Bring necessary equipment to level your rig. "First time at this park I can see why it's always booked up. It seems like the sites are good sized but some are on slopes even the pads so make sure to bring stuff to level," advises Joe I. about West Branch State Park.
Water fill challenges: Plan for water management when visiting parks with limited resources. "First the water fill is on an incline so when our tank was 'full' pulling away from fill station it was really only 2/3 full. This was okay for a short weekend but not good planning from whoever designed the park," notes Andrea F.
Route planning: Some park roads have restrictions for larger vehicles. "There is a road in the park (Echo Dell Road) that RVs/Trailers can't go on so make sure you approach this campground from Leslie Road!" warns a reviewer about access to Beaver Creek State Park Campground.
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