Best Camping near Ridgeway, OH

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Ridgeway, OH has a lot to offer. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Ridgeway campgrounds just for you. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your Ohio camping adventure.

Best Camping Sites Near Ridgeway, OH (83)

    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Lake State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Indian Lake State Park Campground
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    1. Indian Lake State Park Campground

    32 Reviews
    66 Photos
    93 Saves
    Lakeview, Ohio

    Located in west-central Ohio, 5,100-acre Indian Lake State Park Campground offers a variety of water-related recreational opportunities. Visitors can boat, fish, jet-ski and camp at this noteworthy, man-made lake. The park itself is 800 acres and features two beaches for swimmers to enjoy. Campers can enjoy the shade of large mature oak, sycamore and maple trees and cozy up to a campfire for a night of s’mores and laughter. Indian Lake, Ohio campgrounds guarantee fun for everyone.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    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
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    2. Alum Creek State Park Campground

    76 Reviews
    181 Photos
    109 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 Delaware State Park Campground
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    3. Delaware State Park Campground

    36 Reviews
    177 Photos
    156 Saves
    Radnor, Ohio

    This recreation area is part of Delaware Lake

    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Equestrian
    Camper-submitted photo from Buck Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Buck Creek State Park Campground
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    4. Buck Creek State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    86 Photos
    148 Saves
    Clarence J. Brown Dam and Reservoir, Ohio
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $23 - $35 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Kiser Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Kiser Lake State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Kiser Lake State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Kiser Lake State Park Campground

    5. Kiser Lake State Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    16 Photos
    52 Saves
    Fletcher, Ohio
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Mt Gilead State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Mt Gilead State Park Campground
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    6. Mt Gilead State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    187 Photos
    52 Saves
    Mount Gilead, Ohio

    Located between Columbus and Mansfield, Mt. Gilead State Park provides the charm of a small, secluded park, while offering many of the amenities found at larger parks. Mt. Gilead's wildflowers, wildlife, and woodlands offer year-round wonder for hikers and nature lovers. The small lake is perfect for paddling or dropping a line to catch bass or bluegill. A picturesque gazebo and several shelters offer a perfect setting for weddings and family reunions.

    The cozy Mt. Gilead State Park Campground offers Full Hookup sites as well as 50/30-amp Electric sites. Pets are permitted on most campsites. Reservations are required and can be made online or by calling.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Back 40 Campground
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    7. Back 40 Campground

    2 Reviews
    11 Photos
    38 Saves
    Ridgeway, Ohio

    Back 40 Campground is located in northern Logan County and has been part of Ohio's camping experience for over 50 years. We are an easy, nine mile drive north of Bellefontaine off State Rte. 68, ten miles south of Kenton, and 12 miles east of Indian Lake, OH.

    Property is situated on 34+ acres of rolling hills with two ponds. Spacious campsites allow you to stretch out without intruding on your neighbor.

    Swim, fish, relax, and roast marshmallows by the fire.

    $40/night with 30amp electric & water

    $44/night on holidays with 3 night minimum.

    $2/dog/night up to 3 dogs

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Market

    $40 - $44 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Cross Creek Camping Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Cross Creek Camping Resort
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    8. 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 - $90 / night

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      Camper-submitted photo from Zane Shawnee Caverns & Southwind Park
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    • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Delaware State Park Campground
      Oct. 29, 2024

      Delaware State Park Campground

      Large, well-laid-out park on the Delaware Reservoir

      General: 214-site campground, all with electric hookups. Campsites are in four loops.

      Site Quality: All sites are paved and appeared to be level. A fire ring, picnic table, and electric hookup complete each site. Generous foliage provides separation between most sites. 

      Bath/Shower: Fully contained all-gender units in the third loop. Each one has a bench and a baby changing station. Soap and air dryers. A more traditional bath/shower house was in the fourth loop (don’t know about the first two loops). 

      Activities/Amenities: Several hiking trails (but it was raining when we were there so didn’t explore), a small putt-putt course (free use of putters and balls), disc golf, shuffleboard, basketball, tennis, and a small camper store. Each loop has a playground and other recreational options (i.e. volleyball net). The marina offers water toy rentals. 

      My five-star rating is based on the possibility of what our stay might have been if the weather had cooperated! Unfortunately, it was cold and rainy during our stay in June. We will definitely be back again to take advantage of the marina rentals.

    • 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.

    • RThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Sunset Springs RV Resort
      Sep. 16, 2024

      Sunset Springs RV Resort

      Ohio River Peace

      We arrived and were able to upgrade to site #1 due to a cancellation, overlooking the Ohio River. No one between us and the river, and we had a grand view.

      The campground is very well kept, all sites would have been a good spot to call home for a couple nights. It was also a pretty quiet camp, compared to others, but they had their usual weekend events during the day for kids, to keep them occupied. Saturday evening they had a pot luck and then live music, which was good enough being a free event.

      The only complaint is that one of the campers had a white standard poodle and though leashed, they didn’t control the dog out of others personal space. Very irritating. The camp owners were there and we didn’t see them communicate with the dog’s owner about controlling their dog either. The dog seemed to still be in a puppy mode and just wanted to play, but that doesn’t excuse the owners.

      All in all, a great camp that we’ll likely return to.

    • Susan B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Ottawa Metro Park Campground
      Sep. 16, 2024

      Ottawa Metro Park Campground

      Nice, clean campground, adjoining a big greenway

      Very clean and pleasant campground, not far off the interstate. A 13_mile Greenway passes by there. Very nice bath and shower house. All sites paved with water and electric. Great place to spend a night or two.

    • 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)

    • L
      Camper-submitted photo from Ottawa Metro Park Campground
      Aug. 26, 2024

      Ottawa Metro Park Campground

      Wonderful spot

      It is first come..no reservations. Water and electric 30 Amp and some 50 amps as well. Beautiful park with bike and walking paths. Camp hosts are very helpful. Bathrooms and showers are very clean.

    • Shannon G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Grand Lake St. Marys State Park — Grand Lake St Marys State Park
      Aug. 24, 2024

      Grand Lake St. Marys State Park — Grand Lake St Marys State Park

      One nighter

      We were just passing through for one night and we’d been there before but this is a new site to us. It had a decent level pad and plenty deep enough for our camper and tow vehicle. The site has a large side and backyard with a great view of the lake. The shower house was just a short walk. Check in was easy and so was finding our site.

    • J
      Camper-submitted photo from Sun Valley Family Campground
      Aug. 21, 2024

      Sun Valley Family Campground

      Clean facilities, poor book keeping

      Making the reservation didn’t go very smooth, the person taking the information didn’t sound like they knew what they were doing… They charged our credit card, and lost our reservation, however they did honor our word and allowed us to camp. The bathrooms and showers were clean. The camping area had portable toilets that were clean! For just overnight it was OK, not a place I would vacation at.

    • Megan M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Lake Loramie State Park Campground
      Aug. 12, 2024

      Lake Loramie State Park Campground

      Pretty lake. Parking lot campground

      First, the lake here is beautiful. It has many islands, coves and inlets and is perfect for a couple of days of paddling or fishing. That's where the two stars come in. 

      BUT. There are many buts. The campground is like a giant RV lot. The sites are tiny. We were in a tent-only site and we had two families right on top of us on either side. We could hear the entire conversations of one family, plus there were 11 people there, three cars, and they were partying the first night and extremely noisy.

      The reservation map is incorrect. When I reserved, it showed #13 as being on the end of the tent only area. When we arrived, I found out there was a site #14 that wasn't even pictured on the reservation map, and this is where the giant screaming family was parked! I thought I was going to be on the end- it is not very accommodating for a variety of reasons for a reservation map to be so incorrect. 

      The air everywhere reeks of sewage, ranging from what you smell outside a giant pig farm, to what you smell outside of a porta potty, to rotten egg smell. I don't know where these smells were coming from but it was nonstop. 

      The bathrooms were extremely dirty. It looks like they haven't been renovated since the 80s. 

      The employees in the office never seemed to be able to tell us what we needed to know. We asked on Friday evening where the Saturday morning naturalist paddle would be, and we were told to come back Saturday morning and ask someone else. On Saturday, the person in the office told us to go to a location that was miles away- we spent 40 minutes in the car driving around, trying to find where this activity was, only to give up and find out it was actually adjacent to the campground, not down the road in a different part of the park. 

      Last, the lake is in the middle of a residential neighborhood. You can see houses around the edge of the park while you are sitting in your campsite. It is not remote, and there is a noisy, busy highway running along the side of the campground. 

      I enjoyed the lake but I will not camp here again.

    • B
      Camper-submitted photo from Arrowhead Lake RV Park & Campground
      Aug. 6, 2024

      Arrowhead Lake RV Park & Campground

      Pretty Nice + Cheap

      Sites are large for the weekend campers. The seasonal ones all have back in and the weekends are pull through which is kinda nice. They have two ponds, one for fishing and one for swimming. The swimming one has a dock kids jump off but it only goes to about 3.5-4 feet deep at the deepest point. Overall a pretty nice camping spot. Oh and it was only $45 a night.

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Tomorrow's Stars RV Resort
      Jun. 25, 2024

      Tomorrow's Stars RV Resort

      Easy Layover and Kid Friendly

       Tomorrow Stars Campground is an excellent layover off I-70, offering a family-friendly and quiet atmosphere. The campground features a pool and boasts clean, well-maintained facilities. The staff goes above and beyond to provide assistance, ensuring a pleasant stay for all visitors. With easy in and out pull-through, level sites, Tomorrow Stars Campground guarantees a hassle-free experience for travelers.

    • 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

    • Mary S.
      Camper-submitted photo from Shadylake Campground
      Jun. 12, 2024

      Shadylake Campground

      It's unfortunate that I have to give them even 1 star.

      It's unfortunate I have to even give them 1 star. Absolutely horrible people to deal with and filthy place! The grounds were unkept and the pond, well, dont swim in it. We paid for the season and could not even get into our spot because he had rented out our spot to someone else! Every time we went out to make sure it was empty someone new was rented out to it. Filthy facility and the workers, when you could find one, were rude and obnoxious. We had to talk to the manager, who was hiding in the house, over a speaker. We couldn't hear him because of all the dogs barking in the background but he refused to come and speak to us.

    • M
      Camper-submitted photo from Alton RV Park
      May. 29, 2024

      Alton RV Park

      Convenient location

      Not a sightseeing destination, but very convenient place to stop for the night if you’re on a road trip doing a lot of driving. Safe neighborhood with a kroger right down the street.

    • CThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Alum Creek State Park Campground
      May. 23, 2024

      Alum Creek State Park Campground

      Large Established State Park

      Very well maintained, established state park. Sites are paved, level, and generally ample in space. Ample shade and privacy if needed. Amenities include boating, fishing, disc golf, MTB trails, live music select evenings, etc. Facilities are cleaned regularly. Staff are friendly and helpful..

    • Rick M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Adventure Bound Pleasant View
      May. 13, 2024

      Adventure Bound Pleasant View

      Scam company

      Place is a joke, ran by two little piece of shit trolls with a god complex to over come the lack of achievement in there lives. They have zero management skills and even less people skills. Must be overcompensating for something.

    • J
      Camper-submitted photo from Alum Creek State Park Campground
      Apr. 27, 2024

      Alum Creek State Park Campground

      Great park

      Been here before came back because we liked it so much. Sites are good sized compared to alot of state parks good for tent and rv. Cell service is good, bathrooms are older and could use updating but are decently clean for use.



    Guide to Ridgeway

    Camping near Ridgeway, Ohio, offers a mix of beautiful parks and campgrounds that cater to different preferences. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly environment, there’s something for everyone.

    What to do:

    • Boating and Fishing: At Alum Creek State Park Campground, you can enjoy a lovely boat launch and access to the lake. One visitor mentioned, "The boat launch to lake access is very nice with plenty of parking and space."
    • Disc Golf and Hiking: Delaware State Park Campground features disc golf and hiking trails. A camper noted, "They put in a putt putt course recently, had disc golf."
    • Swimming and Playgrounds: Kiser Lake State Park Campground has a swimming area and playgrounds for kids. One family shared, "It also features a beach, 2 playgrounds and several hiking trails."

    What campers like:

    • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Indian Lake State Park Campground. A review stated, "The campground is nice, clean restrooms and showers. Plenty of shade."
    • Friendly Staff: Many visitors rave about the helpful staff at Cross Creek Camping Resort. One camper said, "These folks run a beautiful campground and are just amazing. Super customer service oriented."
    • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy the spacious sites at Delaware State Park Campground. A visitor mentioned, "Some sites were bigger than others but all had plenty of space and a lot of tree shade."

    What you should know:

    • Reservation System: The online reservation system at Indian Lake State Park Campground can be tricky. One camper noted, "The online reservation system is clumsy to use at best."
    • Road Noise: If you're sensitive to noise, be aware that Alum Creek State Park Campground has some road noise. A visitor mentioned, "Quiet except for the road noise due to nearby busy roads."
    • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Pastime Campground, may not have many amenities. A review stated, "No pool or activities. Only 3 full hook up sites."

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Choose Campgrounds with Activities: Look for campgrounds like Delaware State Park Campground that offer playgrounds and disc golf. One family shared, "Each section has its own playground for the kids."
    • Plan for Quiet Time: Be mindful of noise levels, especially at Indian Lake State Park Campground. A camper noted, "No one seemed to care about the 10 pm quiet time."
    • Pack for the Beach: If you’re heading to Kiser Lake State Park Campground, don’t forget your beach gear. A visitor mentioned, "It features a beach, 2 playgrounds and several hiking trails."

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check Site Sizes: Make sure to check the size of the sites at Cross Creek Camping Resort. One RV owner said, "Roads are pretty tight and spots are on the smallish side but not too bad."
    • Be Prepared for Crowds: If you’re camping during peak season, expect crowds at popular spots like Wapakoneta KOA. A visitor noted, "Super crowded on a summer weekend."
    • Look for Full Hookups: For RVers, campgrounds like Arrowhead Lakes Resort offer full hookups. A camper mentioned, "They have 50amp, full hookup, pull through sites."

    Camping near Ridgeway, Ohio, has its perks and quirks, but with the right planning, you can have a great time exploring the outdoors!

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