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Central Ohio's landscape around Radnor features several established campgrounds within a 30-minute drive. Delaware State Park Campground, located just northeast of Radnor, serves as the region's primary camping destination with 212 electric sites accommodating tents, RVs, and specialty lodging including yurts and cabins. Other notable options include Alum Creek State Park Campground, Cross Creek Camping Resort, and Cardinal Center Campground—all offering mixed-use facilities for various camping styles. Most campgrounds in this area provide concrete pads suitable for larger RVs, while also maintaining wooded tent sites with more natural surroundings.
Campground access throughout the region remains open year-round at several locations, though amenities like water hookups may be limited during colder months. "During the winter only a select amount of sites are available. This place fills up fast during the summer months," notes one Delaware State Park visitor. Concrete pads at many developed campgrounds help with drainage issues during Ohio's rainy seasons, though tent campers should be prepared for potentially damp conditions after precipitation. Cell service varies by provider, with visitors reporting that "Att works good here verizion not so much but at night when people are sleeping verizion gets a little better." Most camping areas require reservations, especially during peak summer weekends when waterfront sites become particularly competitive.
The camping experience near Radnor combines woodland settings with water recreation opportunities. Delaware State Park receives consistent praise for its site layout, with campers appreciating the "pod" arrangement that creates natural separation between camping areas. According to one camper, "The sites are large but can be damp if it's rained." Wildlife sightings are common, with raccoons frequently mentioned in reviews as bold visitors to campsites. Visitors particularly value the mixed recreational opportunities, including disc golf courses, archery ranges, boat launches, and hiking trails connected to many campgrounds. Families appreciate the campground layouts that allow children to safely explore while remaining within the developed camping area. Water-based activities remain the primary draw during warmer months, with several campgrounds offering direct lake access for fishing, boating, and swimming.
Best Campgrounds near Radnor (85)
1. Alum Creek State Park Campground
"Happened to be next to the park host. No choice of where to locate my large tent. Showers/bathrooms were OK--older facilities. "
"First off we have to say that Ohio State Park campgrounds are some of the best we’ve ever stayed in."
from $23 - $70 / night
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"Delaware State Park is a gem in the Ohio state park system. What is amazing to us is how few people seem to know it exists!"
"This is another of our favorite Ohio State Parks. The campground is setup in a nice layout with each of the separate sections having a spoke and wheel layout with a bathhouse in the middle. "
from $39 - $40 / night
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"We stayed two nights here on our tour of Ohio. After staying in state parks, the narrow sites are close with no privacy."
"Cross Creek Camping Resort in Delaware, Ohio is a very nice campground with friendly staff and lots of amenities!"
from $35 - $95 / night
Check Availability4. Mt Gilead State Park Campground
"This is one of the smaller campgrounds in the Ohio State Parks system but it’s a little hidden gem."
"The "Camp Host" came around a few times a day to ensure trash was picked up and needs were met. Site 8 has full hookups and a concrete parking pad."
from $37 - $50 / night
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"Our site was on a cul de sac and was close to the pool. The sites and road were gravel. They have an indoor pool, stocked fishing pond, and an indoor clubhouse with a pool table."
"from our garden as we had way too much for just us and asked the welcome center to tell people to help themselves to what ever they wanted. we then toured the campgroundand found the stocked fishing lake"
from $47 - $53 / night
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"There is a small lake that you can walk around. They also have a path through the woods where you can let the dogs run if you choose to."
"This place is huge, tons of paths for walking and exploring. Also features mini golf, volleyball, basketball, an in-ground pool and a pond."
from $38 / night
Check Availability7. Sunbury/Columbus North KOA Holiday
"The campground is tucked away in a suburb of Columbus next to a soybean field, very quiet area. Only a 15-20 minute drive into town to go shopping if need be."
"At least three ponds all fairly nice with ducks and geese hanging around. There's a few sites are unlevel so you may need to use your levelers and maybe some blocks, we did."
8. Pastime Campground
"Walking path and playground are adjacent to the campground. There is a nice swimming pool at the south end of the village park. Campers get a discounted admission."
"The well kept campground is part of a city park that consists of a some nice walking trails, baseball fields, sand volleyball and a pool/splash park (for a small fee)."
from $15 - $38 / night
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10. Grins & Pickin's CampFarm
"Sites are around a manicured field but with a high “pollinators maze” in the middle that creates too privacy and sound barrier. Only outhouses but they were very clean."
from $25 - $35 / night
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Drive Time
- 38 min from Columbus, OH
- 55 min from Mansfield, OH
- 1 hr 1 min from Springfield, OH
- 1 hr 22 min from Dayton, OH
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Recent Reviews near Radnor, OH
511 Reviews of 85 Radnor Campgrounds
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ScoutPastime Campground
Very nice campground
Pastime Campground is a nice base to explore the Columbus area. The well kept campground is part of a city park that consists of a some nice walking trails, baseball fields, sand volleyball and a pool/splash park (for a small fee). The town offers restaurants and is within walking distance. Overall a good stay.
- BBrittney W.Scout
Tomorrow's Stars RV Resort
Staff was beyond rude and continued to harass us!
If you ever find yourself in Ohio wanting to camp don’t chose Tomorrow Stars Resorts we pulled in on Thursday afternoon a little after 2 pm everything was fine. We got up (today) Friday and had a knock on our door the host said we needed to move our camper over because we’re not in the right spot and we’re on the other site. We said we couldn’t move it over due to the tree (as pictured) if we moved in “designated” spot our slide out would be completely in the tree he said I’ll cut the tree. Left never came back. My brother and grandmother came to visit wasn’t there for maybe 5 mins and the manager/ owner came knocking and said we need to move our vehicle because he can’t rent out the other site because he’s parked on it. Then he started complaining about us moving our camper over we said the host said he’d cut the tree and he never came back. He then decided to be a smart aleck and we gave it right back and he told us to leave so we said give us a refund to which he responded “I’ll think about it” so we said okay well get our lawyer. He drove away and we started packing up and he came back waited for Greg (my husband) to walk to the back of the camper and he said we’re taking pictures just so you know and I said good I’m glad and my brother yelled we already got ours then he said he was going to charge us for the other site that my brothers car was on I hollered at Greg to tell him and the guy took off. We started talking to the people who just pulled in behind us they agreed with us and the man said “I’m banned from here because I got into it with them so my wife had to book it we’re only staying bc there’s no other places available.” So there’s clarification it’s not just us. We packed up went to the office and Greg tried to ask if he was going to charge us for the other spot or refund us our money he told Greg he’s not going to talk to him to leave and that the sheriffs on the way and Greg said “good I’m glad he is” the guy then got in Greg’s face and started yelling at him so Greg walked out and we left.
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dan H.
GuideBack 40 Campground
Great park.
Stayed over 4th of July. Place was packed. We only stayed two days but had to pay for three. We knew this going in, and I don't blame them for requiring a 3 day stay on holidays because they're just packed; and if you only booked two days , they would lose out on a day because nobody's going to take just one day. Was worth the extra $. As to the park, it is very nice. Clean, mowed and trimmed. Great roads. There are quite a few full timers and several that rent the same slots continously and stay only part time. Access is controlled by a gate and if you arrive after 10pm you'll have to park outside in overflow and walk to your camper. We did not find this to be a problem. Narrow driveway in and out of park, RVs can't pass each other so giving way is a must. Back 40 has many sites and is very popular with the locals Several are only elect and water, quite a few appear to be full hookup, but not sure how many are permanently rented. All Rigs in the park when we stayed were well kept up - no junk ones. Internet was overwhelmed while we were there due to too many users. However we had great 5G Verizon service. Owners and staff were great. Only 2 showers in each gender. They are a bit dated but generally clean and very usable. We really enjoyed our stay and would book again should we return. We didn't have time for investigating local sites, but the Muesum of the US Air Force is a one hr drive and VERY worth the trip. It will take you 6 or 7 hrs to see it all. Highly recommend this park.
Ravi G.ScoutThe Caves Campground
Dyrt didn't pay for reservation, no refund
Caves is great campground. However they do not honor dyrt reservations. Had to pay at the campground. Sent email to dyrt, no reply. They owe me 400 dollars, and I have not heard back. Dyrt, if you honor, I will update this review- until then, DO NOT USE!!!
- JJoe B.Scout
Pastime Campground
Drinking on the grounds
The cops pulled in and said we wasn't allowed to drink
- KKrystle S.Scout
Scioto-Grove Metro Park
Amazing, Friendly
Easy to make reservation, easy to check in and very friendly staff
Chris G.ScoutTee Pee Family Campground
Overnight just okay - better for long term campers
We were traveling home and needed a place to stay for the night and hoped for full hookup. Looked up and found this place and another that was reportedly 3x the number of sites who was having a big hog roast that evening. This was the largest campground we stayed at during our 2 week trip and our first RV trip generally. The spaces were close (tight) and thankfully we had a small class C. Many seemed to be permanent with full builds of patios and covers. Firepits at each site were old tire rims. Quiet hours are late (11 PM) and we are not late people. Probably fine if you want to spend time engaging with everyone around you, you sleep well and have good sound dampening in your rig. For the occasional overnight to just get home or to the next place, take this place for what it is, a place for long term campers ideally with kids. Was a good learning opportunity to avoid such places in the future.
- Kaitlin R.Traveler
Indian Lake Adventures
This Is A Review
Campground is clean and quiet.
Camp sites are grassy surrounding a flat gravel park site. Sites are wooded with good amounts of shade. There are very few nightly sites - most of the sites here are seasonal only. We were here in the second week of June and hardly saw a soul outside their camper or walking around the campground.
Bathrooms are clean and spacious. Showers don't have benches or shelves. The water smells strongly of sulfur.
Camp Brewing is the brewery at the entrance of the campground. Highly recommend a visit! Great variety of beers and excellent vibes. Dogs are allowed on the patio and they have a kitchen that makes pizza and wings.
Overall, would stay here again. Wish there was a little more livelihood around the camp sites, but this is a great spot to enjoy the quiet.
Guide to Radnor
Camping opportunities around Radnor, Ohio extend throughout Delaware County where the terrain consists primarily of gently rolling hills and farmland at an average elevation of 935 feet. Most campgrounds in this area maintain year-round water levels due to dam-controlled reservoirs, though spring camping often encounters muddy conditions when rainfall averages 3-4 inches monthly. Several campgrounds offer distinct camping experiences within a 20-mile radius of Radnor's rural setting.
What to do
Disc golf courses: Delaware State Park Campground offers an 18-hole course that weaves through wooded sections. "Great disc golf courses, archery ranges, boat launches, and hiking trails connected to many campgrounds," notes one visitor. Mt. Gilead State Park Campground has a particularly challenging course where one camper reported, "This was laid out to be a crazy course and included repelling ropes!"
Fishing opportunities: Alum Creek State Park Campground provides multiple fishing spots with shoreline access. "Great fishing and a playground, and it is a good place for a cookout," mentions one reviewer. The fishing pond at Cardinal Center Campground is stocked and operates on a catch-and-release basis, with one camper noting, "They have a nice fishing pond, stocked fishing lake, and a gazebo overlooking the pond."
Hiking trails: Delaware State Park Campground offers several interconnected paths. According to a visitor, "There are nice trails to walk and the bathrooms are the best I've seen at a campground." The variety allows hikers to customize route lengths based on available time and difficulty preferences. Berkshire Campgrounds features extensive walking trails, with one camper reporting, "This place is huge, tons of paths for walking and exploring."
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Campers consistently rate site layout and spacing as major benefits at several locations. At Alum Creek State Park Campground, one visitor noted, "The camp sites are spacious and private, surrounded by trees and brush." Another camper appreciated that "Each camping space is separated by trees and brush. And there is plenty of room!"
Clean facilities: Mt. Gilead State Park Campground receives praise for its bathroom cleanliness. "The showers were nice, you get your own shower room which was quite large," reports one camper. Others note that Delaware State Park Campground has "clean restrooms" and is "very well run" with "great facilities."
Pod-style campground layouts: Several campgrounds use a design that creates natural separation between camping areas. One camper at Mt. Gilead commented on the layout: "Our site had a deck right behind the camping pad because the site has a descent slope. The fire pit was down the slope which was cool being out of site from walkers." This arrangement allows for a balance between community and privacy.
What you should know
Site conditions after rain: Many campgrounds in the area have drainage challenges. A camper at Alum Creek State Park Campground advised, "Be careful with rainy weather, some sites have flooded in poor weather." Another noted, "First Campground site I went to had a large mud puddle full of hornets. I asked to move site and was accommodated. It was right after a heavy rain storm."
Seasonal closures and limitations: Not all facilities remain fully operational year-round. One camper at Delaware State Park mentioned, "During the winter only a select amount of sites are available," while amenities like water hookups may be winterized at several locations between November and April.
Cell service variations: Cross Creek Camping Resort and other area campgrounds have inconsistent coverage. A visitor noted, "T-Mobile signal was good, got plenty of TV channels out of Columbus," while at another campground, "Verizon not so much but at night when people are sleeping Verizon gets a little better." Service strength often depends on campsite location within each property.
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and activities: Sunbury/Columbus North KOA Holiday offers extensive children's facilities. "Kids aged 3-13 all had a blast in the heated pool, on the jump pad and on the zip line swing!" reports one family. The campground also provides organized activities like "Christmas in July weekend, including seeing Santa!"
Family-friendly campsites: Look for sites with natural exploration areas. At Delaware State Park, one parent shared, "My daughter had tons of fun exploring the woods connected to our site." This allows children supervised freedom while remaining within the campground boundaries.
Weekend event planning: Many campgrounds host special weekend activities. Cross Creek Camping Resort offers themed weekends with one camper noting, "We were there for the Halloween weekend and it was amazing." Cardinal Center Campground has similar programming: "We went the weekend it was Fall fest. Plenty of activities for the kids! Trick or treat, glow parade, decorate your own pumpkin, etc!"
Tips from RVers
Pad levelness: Cardinal Center Campground has well-maintained sites but some require adjustment. A recent visitor noted, "Level site, partially shaded in afternoon," while others mention that some sites may need "to use your levelers and maybe some blocks." Most established campgrounds have concrete or gravel pads that help with leveling.
Full hookup availability: Several area campgrounds offer complete services, though availability varies seasonally. At Cross Creek Camping Resort, one RVer noted, "We stayed two nights here on our tour of Ohio. The narrow sites are close with no privacy. Our pull through site was on the (inner) road, so lots of golf carts, cars and campers passing by."
Sewer connections: Bring necessary adapters for the area's campgrounds. One RVer at Sunbury/Columbus North KOA advised, "Didn't see any sewer pipes that had threads on the inside, so you may need a donut or at least a weight to hold your elbow into the sewer." This preparation prevents issues with connections during setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Radnor, OH?
Which is the most popular campground near Radnor, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Radnor, OH is Alum Creek State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 80 reviews.
What parks are near Radnor, OH?
What parks are near Radnor, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Radnor, OH that allow camping, notably Delaware Lake and Alum Creek Lake.
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