Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Pataskala, OH

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Pataskala, OH (94)

    Camper-submitted photo from Alum Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Alum Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Alum Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Alum Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Alum Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Alum Creek State Park Campground

    1. Alum Creek State Park Campground

    76 Reviews
    181 Photos
    111 Saves
    Lewis Center, Ohio

    Large campground features shady sites for all types of camping. Pets are welcome on designated sites.

    An equestrian camp has 30 primitive sites available on a first-come, first-served basis.

    286 electric campsites offer both wooded and sunny areas, some of which overlook the lake. Each site has 20-, 30- and 50-amp electrical hookup. 24 full-service campsites offer electric, sewer and water hookups Heated shower facilities with flush toilets and dump station Beach and boat ramp for exclusive use of the overnight guests Basketball courts, volleyball, miniature golf, horseshoe pits, and playgrounds Nature programs Equestrian camp has 30 primitive sites available on a first-come, first-served basis.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills State Park Campground

    2. Hocking Hills State Park Campground

    107 Reviews
    545 Photos
    171 Saves
    South Bloomingville, Ohio

    Hocking Hills State Park offers camping all year round - electric sites, camper cabins, group camps, and primitive sites.

    156 electric sites (with 20, 30 or 50 amp electric) and 13 non-electric sites.

    Each site has a paved pad and can accommodate up to a 50' unit. Heated showers. Flush toilets. Laundry facility. Dump station. Camp store. Swimming pool for registered campers. Playgrounds. Volleyball court and horseshoe pit. Tent-only group camps are available by reservation. There are also 30 walk-in family sites with pit latrines.

    All Hike-In Campgrounds are off the main Entrance and depending on the Site No. It requires up to 0.5 miles to hike from the Parking Lot. You have to drive to a different Parking Lot on State route 374. All sites starting with "H“ will be on the different location.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $29 - $46 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from A.W. Marion State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from A.W. Marion State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from A.W. Marion State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from A.W. Marion State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from A.W. Marion State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from A.W. Marion State Park Campground

    3. A.W. Marion State Park Campground

    32 Reviews
    312 Photos
    78 Saves
    Circleville, Ohio
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $21 - $25 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA

    4. Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA

    12 Reviews
    21 Photos
    57 Saves
    Heath, Ohio
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Lazy River at Granville
    Camper-submitted photo from Lazy River at Granville
    Camper-submitted photo from Lazy River at Granville

    5. Lazy River at Granville

    8 Reviews
    3 Photos
    75 Saves
    Granville, Ohio

    Lazy River At Granville is a top 100 rated park. Located in the beautiful Welsh Hills, this highly-rated, quiet and scenic park, is away from freeway and railroad noise, yet easily accessible from all of the main routes. Lazy River campground is just 25 miles east of Columbus, Ohio!

    Whether it’s an extended stay or a stopover while visiting the numerous Area Attractions, you will find that camping at Lazy River At Granville is always an enjoyable experience. Many fun-filled activities and family fun for kids and adults. We offer great features and amenities whether it’s use of our swimming pool, sprayground, zipline, challenge course, bmx track, mini-golf and gem mine just to name a few.

    Lazy River at Granville is nestled in a valley in the beautiful Welsh Hills. A creek runs the length of the campground and we have hiking trails in the woods. The interior roads are paved and chip-sealed.

    We offer primitive camping, water and electric and full hookup sites with water, electric and sewer. 60 sites have Cable TV. All sites have a picnic table and a fire ring.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Cross Creek Camping Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Cross Creek Camping Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Cross Creek Camping Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Cross Creek Camping Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Cross Creek Camping Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Cross Creek Camping Resort

    6. Cross Creek Camping Resort

    11 Reviews
    21 Photos
    75 Saves
    Lewis Center, Ohio

    Cross Creek Camping Resort is the premier camping destination in Ohio! We are a family-oriented camping resort offering beautiful surroundings, activities, and themed weekends! Highly rated by Trailer Life, Guest Rated, & Good Sam. Come visit us this season, and start making lasting memories around the campfire!

    Our goal is to provide families with a fun-filled camping experience. Whether you are just passing through, taking the family for a weekend, or staying long-term, we strive to provide you with the best experience possible. We pride ourselves on the cleanliness of our facilities and delivering the friendly customer service you deserve.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $35 - $95 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Tree Haven Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Tree Haven Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Tree Haven Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Tree Haven Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Tree Haven Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Tree Haven Campground

    7. Tree Haven Campground

    6 Reviews
    8 Photos
    54 Saves
    New Albany, Ohio

    Tree Haven is a clean, quiet, family campground located in Westerville, Ohio just northeast of Columbus. Located away from busy highways and set back in the woods, its the ideal place for you to come spend time with friends and family and get in some good ole' rest and relaxation.

    Columbus is home to the Columbus Clippers AAA baseball team, Columbus Blue Jackets hockey, COSI science center, The Ohio State Fair and expo center with many events throughout the year. It is also home to the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, named #1 zoo in America by USA Travel Guide. And of course, The Ohio State University, home of the Buckeyes! These are just to name a few. Columbus and the surrounding area are home to many other exciting destinations.

    Even though we are secluded, we are still centrally located, within 20 minutes (or even closer) of many restaurants, shopping, fuel, and anything else you may need.

    Thank you for visiting our website. Please look around for any information that you need. If you have any questions that are not answered on this site, please feel free to contact us. Just go to the Contact page for details. We do not accept units built before 1990 for monthly or seasonal stays. WE DO NOT HAVE TENT CAMPING.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from Scioto-Grove Metro Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Scioto-Grove Metro Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Scioto-Grove Metro Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Scioto-Grove Metro Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Scioto-Grove Metro Park

    8. Scioto-Grove Metro Park

    8 Reviews
    13 Photos
    98 Saves
    Grove City, Ohio

    Scioto Grove Metro Park is a 620-acre park along the Scioto River with mature forests and scenic bluffs overlooking the river. It features more than seven miles of trails, two picnic areas with shelters, tables and grills, a kids play area and several overlook decks. The park is located on a scenic bend of the Scioto River and is a great destination for canoeists, kayakers, anglers and people wanting to see waterfowl and other wildlife. Dogs on leashes are welcome throughout the park, which also features a sledding hill. Thanks to a generous donation of 193 acres of land from the City of Grove City, funds from the State of Ohio Clean Ohio Program, and passage of a property tax levy by Franklin County voters, Metro Parks has developed this park for people of all ages and abilities to experience nature and enjoy quality time with family and friends. Additional support came from outdoor retailer REI to construct a backpack trail along the river for those just getting into the sport, as well as those seasoned backpackers who want a quick overnight without having to journey several hours.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash
    Camper-submitted photo from Mohican State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mohican State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mohican State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mohican State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mohican State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mohican State Park Campground

    9. Mohican State Park Campground

    43 Reviews
    173 Photos
    307 Saves
    Loudonville, Ohio
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Jackson Lake Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Jackson Lake Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Jackson Lake Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Jackson Lake Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Jackson Lake Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Jackson Lake Park

    10. Jackson Lake Park

    7 Reviews
    6 Photos
    40 Saves
    Lithopolis, Ohio

    64 acre campground with a Waterpark, event venue, planned activities. Camp in cabins, Bed in a Shed, RV sites with full hook ups or just electric and water. Tent camp with electric and water it go primitive with no amenities.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $40 - $139 / night

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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Pataskala

722 Reviews of 94 Pataskala Campgrounds


  • Dan M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cross Creek Camping Resort
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Cross Creek Camping Resort

    Nice spot in a good location.

    Sites are pretty close together and mostly permanent, but it’s in a good location and decent amenities. Our site needed maintenance but overall, it was a good week.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Geneva Hills - Camp and Event Center
    Oct. 13, 2024

    Geneva Hills - Camp and Event Center

    Would stay again

    Tent site was nice. We could make dinner and there weren’t any mosquitoes even though it was right above a swamp. It was a nice driving distance from Hocking Hills and a neat place to camp.

  • j
    Camper-submitted photo from Wolfie's Campground
    Oct. 11, 2024

    Wolfie's Campground

    Great place, not peaceful at night

    Bathrooms very clean. Loved the free games. Cabin was very clean and had comfortable beds. Doesn’t make sense to have quiet time at dark when bar nearby plays loud music outside till late.

  • Julia A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mohican Wilderness
    Oct. 10, 2024

    Mohican Wilderness

    River of Fire

    We came here during the 2024 River of Fire Event. The campground was packed but you couldn’t tell because the sites were all so spacious! Half the sites are right on the river which gives a good view and great place to fish and kayak(too cold on this trip). The event was very well organized and very fun to participate in. Staff was all very friendly and helpful! After the event many campers cleared out(end of season and kids in school) so my husband and I basically had the whole campground to ourselves for 2 of the days. It was extremely peaceful there and we look forward to returning.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills State Park Campground
    Sep. 23, 2024

    Hocking Hills State Park Campground

    Best place

    This is a great place to visit and camp. I am a tent camper so I was in the non electric site. The hiking is fantastic. Rose lake is also a wonderful lake and quite beautiful. Will always come back

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Knolls Campground
    Sep. 14, 2024

    Rustic Knolls Campground

    Great campground

    Excellent campground with fantastic staff and owners. Nice swimming pond with inflatable attractions. Well stocked camp store. Lots of activities for the whole family.

  • Dan M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cross Creek Camping Resort
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Cross Creek Camping Resort

    Nice place, lot of seasonal camps

    Roads are pretty tight and spots are on the smallish side but not too bad. Most sites are seasonal campers and the non-seasonal sites are kept up very good. We stayed at a Premium pull-thru and the brick patio was very uneven causing me to trip several times. The brick fire ring was overgrown with weeds and grass coming thru the bricks and half of it was a 6-8 inch drop-off.... imagine falling off at night! This was site#133 the neighboring sites didn't look as bad. We would consider staying again at a different site. We camped at Cross Creek Camping Resort in a Fifth Wheel

  • Wailym C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Alum Creek State Park Campground
    Sep. 9, 2024

    Alum Creek State Park Campground

    Road Noise

    First time visiting this state campground and we only stayed one night, did not explore entire park.  Grounds well maintained, clean and decent amenities.  The sites are well placed and a good size.  But no water view on any of the “premium water view” sites in loop L, other than one L17 (the picture with view)  Same for loop K.  Guests and hosts were friendly and welcoming.  Quiet except for the road noise due to nearby busy roads.  The boat launch to lake access is very nice with plenty of parking and space.  Not bad for a stop when traveling through or a weekend.  We stayed with 34’ camper.  Site L15 (picture with red truck)

  • afshar Y.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills KOA Holiday
    Sep. 3, 2024

    Hocking Hills KOA Holiday

    Awesome stay

    Stayed with the family for 5 days/ 4 nights and had a wonderful time. The KOA had a lot of amenities to offer. The staff was friendly, courteous and great to deal with. The sites were nice and wide but not all level but it's an area that has lots of hills. The pool was wonderful, the bathroom was clean and spacious. The camp store has everything you may need with a Walmart 10 minutes down the road. Close to the park to go explore but the KOA had a lot to offer for your stay.

  • Kyle B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Hocking Hills Camping & Canoe
    Sep. 2, 2024

    Hocking Hills Camping & Canoe

    New Ownership and its amazing!!!

    This campground has been a staple of Hocking Hills for decades. Finally some new owners took over in May ‘24 and have really done an amazing job renovating things. The staff is super friendly, large primitive campsites right on the river with tons of shade trees! They are even building treehouses to stay in. We love it here!

  • Anna S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Scioto-Grove Metro Park
    Sep. 1, 2024

    Scioto-Grove Metro Park

    Great for a quick getaway

    Need to reserve online, books up very fast. Got lucky and found an opening for site 5 which was right on river and away from the busier parts of park - didn’t see a single person. Nice tent pads, campfire ring, and provided wood.

  • mThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Creek Campground and Resort
    Aug. 21, 2024

    Walnut Creek Campground and Resort

    Nice place to stop while traveling

    Did a quick one night stop while traveling. Just what we were looking for. Friendly family owned campground with nice quiet environment. Nice scenic drive to campground only 7 miles off of Hwy 35. No

  • David M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pops Place Camping
    Aug. 15, 2024

    Pops Place Camping

    Hidden gem in Ohio

    I highly recommend pop's place.  I stayed there Aug 2024 and as of that date the rustic tent camping was $20.  This is an ideal base camp for riding your motorcycle on the scenic roads in that area of Ohio such as the triple nickel.  The owners are very nice people and helpful.  The porta john and shower were very clean.  The shower uses an on demand water heater.  The narrow cabin you see in some photos is now a gravel pad for RV type camping with electric.  The wider cabin in the photos is still there, but was currently rented so he couldn't take me on a tour of it.  He took me on a tour of the new cabin he is building and it will be a nice play to stay when he is done.  They sell firewood for $5.  The common grass area has wood lounge chairs, common fire ring, playground,  and cornhole boards.  If you are tent camping and need to charge your phone he has no problem with you using the electric outlet at the RV site if no one is there.  I forgot to suggest to him that maybe add an external electric outlet at the shower house since electric is there for the water heater.  There is a spigot on the outside of the shower house to get drinking water.  There is a basketball backboard near the current cabin if you happen to bring a basketball for your kids to use.  There is good verizon cell service there, I did not expect it because of the location and hills in the area.  I don't hammock camp, but it looked like there were trees far enough apart in the line of pines for hanging 2 hammocks.  One of the photos showed 3 picnic tables for tent campers.  There was only one when I stayed, but I assume it's a temporary or cyclical thing and I was the only tent camper and would have shared it anyway.

    Of note for motorcyclists is that the road the campground is on is paved (good riding to the north of it) and the campground drive is decent gravel for street bikes.

  • Janessa S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Creek Cabins & Camping Resort
    Aug. 11, 2024

    Pine Creek Cabins & Camping Resort

    Equestrian

    I was here before they sold out and seeing it now makes me sad. The bathrooms were gross, the arenas had weeds shooting up. This was a very nice place to take the horses, now it's an overpriced average campground with absolutely nothing to write home about.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mohican State Park Campground
    Aug. 8, 2024

    Mohican State Park Campground

    Good overnight

    I didn’t see much of this park because I only stayed overnight, but I got a good nights rest and felt safe. A few of the spots are not level and it appeared that not all of them had tables or fire pits. It didn’t appear that anyone did drive throughs to monitor noise or who was there, but I didn’t mind. There were quite a bit of teens camping out and while they were pretty loud late into the night, it made me happy to see them camping and floating the river. The pit toilet shelters were large and clean too.

  • Brianna L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Campbell Cove Camping
    Jul. 28, 2024

    Campbell Cove Camping

    The perfect family campground !

    This is our first time staying at a non state park. I was a little nervous, but I already booked our next visit here ! To start, the staff are absolutely amazing and so kind. We stayed at site 61 and the lake view is perfect. Bring your hammock because there are plenty of trees !!

    There is a great playground for kids and a swimming hole. The bathrooms are so clean. You can kayak on the lake and they do have rentals .

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Coshocton Lake Park
    Jul. 26, 2024

    Coshocton Lake Park

    Hidden Gem

    Decent sites with a waterpark, historic Roscoe Village, canal boat, and plenty of hiking/ walking/ biking trails and paved paths. One of our favorites

  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Monday Creek OHV Dispersed
    Jul. 19, 2024

    Monday Creek OHV Dispersed

    Busy but good camping spot

    Camped at the west side of the vaulted toilet lot. Arrived about 5 PM and all 3 camping spots were empty. Lots of trucks and toy haulers heading up the various roads into the late evening. We slept soundly, made breakfast and were on our way. Great stop over location. Vaulted toilet and garbage cans were a welcome bonus.

  • Josie W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mohican State Park Campground
    Jul. 11, 2024

    Mohican State Park Campground

    Decent Camping

    The campsites are not as private as the pictures make it look. There are a LOT of campers and tents; it feels busy and crowded. We did like the paved pull-through site and were close to the river. Electric was good and people were friendly. Bathrooms close to all campsites. Showers not clean and broken; hot water questionable. We liked being close to the hiking trails this morning and it was dog friendly.

  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Campbell Cove Camping
    Jul. 1, 2024

    Campbell Cove Camping

    Wonderfully well kept campground

    This is a very nice campground near all of the attractions of Hocking Hills, Ohio. We had full hookups that were excellent, but if we didn't there were several new restrooms throughout the grounds. The camp store has the usual stuff you'll find and is always seems to have a friendly attendant behind the counter. There are several fun things for the kids to do, including a very large bounce pad and a pretty nice looking playground. There's a somewhat small swimming area, but it seems to be pretty clean for a pond. The campground is right on Lake Logan and there's access to the water at the bottom of the grounds. There's also boat rentals right around the corner.

  • Beth R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cardinal Center Campground
    Jun. 23, 2024

    Cardinal Center Campground

    Campsite Ok. Great amenities!

    Pros: Full hookup (sewer, water, 50/30 AMP) Level site Partially shaded in afternoon Lots of amenities: indoor pool, stocked lake (catch & release), corn hole, bouncy pad, basketball court & playground Easy overnight stay off I71

    Cons: Gravel site Picnic table in rough condition Wi-Fi keeps dropping connection

  • Kevin C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mohican State Park Campground
    Jun. 6, 2024

    Mohican State Park Campground

    Wonderful Camping

    After a few years of trying, I finally got into Mohican State Park. Our first visit to the park was early in the camping season, and on a warm and beautiful spring weekend. The atmosphere was amazing in the park. Everyone in the campground seemed to be relaxed and having a great time. The campground itself is very well laid out. It's long and just a few rows deep with trees throughout, so you don't feel over crowded. You're never far from a restroom no matter where you are. They have a very nice campground store and a pool that wasn't open for the season yet when we were there. It's the kind of campground that you never need to leave if you don't want to. They have regular electric and full hookup sites.



Guide to Pataskala

Explore the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Pataskala, Ohio, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Pataskala

Tips for camping with dogs near Pataskala

  • Always keep your dog on a leash at Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA to ensure their safety and the comfort of other campers.
  • Bring plenty of water and snacks for your pet when visiting Tree Haven Campground, as amenities may be limited.
  • Make sure to clean up after your dog to maintain the cleanliness of the grounds at Jackson Lake Park, which is appreciated by all campers.

Dog owners appreciate the welcoming atmosphere

  • The friendly staff at Sunbury/Columbus North KOA Holiday ensures a pleasant experience for both you and your pet, making it a popular choice among dog owners.
  • Berkshire Campgrounds is known for its pet-friendly policies and well-maintained trails, perfect for long walks with your furry companion.
  • At Grins & Pickin's CampFarm, the spacious grounds and friendly atmosphere create an ideal environment for pets to enjoy their time outdoors.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Pataskala, OH?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Pataskala, OH is Alum Creek State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 76 reviews.

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