RV parks near Jamestown, Ohio sit on the eastern side of Caesar Creek Lake at approximately 1,000 feet elevation. The area features rolling hills with limestone and shale geology throughout Greene County. Most campgrounds in the region experience hot summers with temperatures averaging 85°F from June through August and cold winters where overnight lows frequently drop below freezing.
What to do
Fossil hunting at Caesar Creek State Park Campground: Visitors can obtain free fossil collection permits at the visitor center to legally collect Ordovician fossils from designated areas. "Great place to hike to a cool bridge and waterfall. We also went to a nearby pioneer village. We even got a permit to collect fossils. Great visitor centers too," reports one camper.
Fishing opportunities: Sky Lake Resort and Fishing offers multiple connected lakes for anglers. A visitor noted, "Sky Lake Resort is a very nice little campground nestled in among a series of 4 or 5 lakes. The views are fantastic and if you like to fish, this is the place for you!"
Kayaking and canoeing: Launch directly from Jacoby Road Canoe Launch for river adventures. "Beautiful spot for tent camping right next to the Little Miami River. Picnic tables and fire pit are also nice amenities," one reviewer commented.
What campers like
Spacious camping areas: Poor Farmer's Campground provides ample room for outdoor activities. A visitor mentioned, "Clean family oriented and spacious. Well run facility w good restrooms and showers plus electri hook up per site. Out in farm country so very little light pollution overall."
Quiet, rural settings: Many rv parks near Jamestown provide peaceful environments away from urban noise. One camper at Constitution County Park described it as "a nice stop for anyone on the river" despite noting "the road is extremely near and you can hear every car driving by."
Family-friendly amenities: Dayton KOA Holiday offers numerous activities for children. "Great KOA! had lots of activities, great pizza, really nice showers and it's beautiful. there's a large pool and a creek," shared one visitor.
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Many campgrounds in the region have limited availability during winter months. While some sites like Caesar Creek maintain year-round access, others operate on restricted schedules.
Site selection considerations: At Caesar Creek State Park Campground, "These sites have plenty of space between them. But there isn't a lot of shade. Partial shade is very generous for the B Loop," according to one camper.
Reservation requirements: Most Jamestown area rv parks require advance booking, especially during summer months. Some locations like Alton RV Park have streamlined the process, with one camper noting it's "a small, maybe 35 sites, clean well maintained campground. The owners have rules and they DO enforce 'em."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated recreation areas. A visitor to Tomorrow's Stars RV Resort shared it's a "Fun location just off the highway. Perfect for a family, has swimming pool, putt putt, and other child friendly activities... also has small fishing pond."
Beach access considerations: While several campgrounds advertise lake access, water conditions vary. One camper at Caesar Creek warned, "even though camp ground seems to have beach. Its beach area is just mud and murky water."
Wildlife awareness: Secure food items properly at all campsites. Raccoons are common in the area and can quickly take unattended items.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Many campgrounds offer prepared sites, but terrain varies. A visitor to Tomorrow's Stars RV Resort appreciated the "Easy in and out pull-through, level sites" that "guarantees a hassle-free experience for travelers."
Tree clearance: Watch for low-hanging branches at some campgrounds. One RVer noted, "Pull through we were assigned had very low hanging tree limbs. I called the office and asked if we could use space 41 instead. No problem!"
Cell service reliability: Mobile connectivity varies significantly between Jamestown area rv parks. One camper reported, "I use Starlink and T-mobile 5G. The T-Mobile seems to be working best here. The cell booster I have made it go from 'good' to 'excellent'."
