Camping near Sherrodsville, Ohio centers around Atwood Lake, which covers 1,540 acres with 28 miles of shoreline in Carroll and Tuscarawas counties. The region features rolling hills with elevations ranging from 900-1,200 feet above sea level, creating natural drainage patterns that feed local waterways. Summer temperatures typically reach 80-85°F with occasional thunderstorms, while spring and fall camping can see temperature swings of 30°F between day and night.
What to do
Horseback riding trails: At Barkcamp State Park Campground, the equestrian camping section allows camping alongside horses. "This is the first camp we've been to with horses alongside your camper. Very cool! The trails are mostly for horses, humans, and snowmobiles," notes Bobby C.
Kayaking on quieter waters: Clendening Lake Marina & Campground offers tranquil paddling with a 9.9 hp boat restriction. "We love to kayak and they are set up with very nice kayak launches. The lake is an amazing fishing spot with 9.9 hp boat restrictions," says Tanner G.
Climb the fire tower: At Atwood Lake Park Campground, visitors can access several hiking trails and unique structures. "They have several hiking trails and a fire tower that's fun to climb. Will definitely go back," reports Andrea F., highlighting activities beyond the typical lake recreation.
What campers like
Dog-friendly amenities: Salt Fork State Park Campground offers specialized areas for four-legged campers. "Dog park!! And right on the lake!! Found this by mistake on our way out, and the dogs loved it. Access to lake, a beach, well fenced," exclaims Staci R.
Privacy between sites: West Branch State Park Campground provides well-spaced sites with natural buffers. "West Branch has private, spacious, shady sites. We can launch our kayaks right from our campsite," shares Alisa G.
Individual shower facilities: Tappan Lake Park Campground offers comfort for those seeking privacy. "The shower houses are individual big rooms to use that include a shower with a seat and toilet. They also have handicap parking & camping spots right by the shower house," notes Ashley E.
What you should know
Cell reception limitations: Many campgrounds have limited connectivity. At Clendening Lake Marina & Campground, "There is ZERO cell phone reception (we have gone there with both ATT & Verizon) but we weren't there to play on cell phones," mentions Andy F.
Uneven camping pads: Several campgrounds feature sloping sites that require careful setup. At West Branch State Park, "Our site was labeled slight slope. That was a joke. We were only off 2 inches side to side but front to back we had to lower the front 15 inches," reports Andrea F.
Seasonal operating schedules: While some campgrounds operate year-round, others close during winter months. Tappan Lake restricts water access during off-season, and even open campgrounds may have reduced amenities in colder months.