Camping sites near Shreve, Ohio include over 300 campsites within the town boundaries and numerous others within a 20-mile radius. The area sits at approximately 1,100 feet elevation with rolling hills characteristic of Ohio's Allegheny Plateau region. Summer temperatures typically range from 60-85°F, with higher humidity from June through August creating conditions favorable for the abundant deciduous forests that provide natural shade at many campgrounds.
What to do
Hiking trails access: Mohican State Park Campground offers varied terrain for hikers of all skill levels. "Lots of hiking trails and waterfalls. Free hike-in camping available here too," notes Nicole K., who visited the park. The covered bridge, overlook and waterfall trails are particularly popular during fall when foliage changes color.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple campgrounds provide access to stocked fishing areas. At Whispering Hills Jellystone RV Park, "My boys were able to walk across the road to get to the pond that was well stocked with fish. It was catch and release but they were very excited to pull in some big ones," reports Emily, who camped there with her family.
Water recreation: The Mohican River offers options from gentle floats to longer paddling trips. Mohican Wilderness provides direct river access. As Andrea F. explains: "We have camped here 3 times now and even though it's a large park the sites are huge so you still feel like you can kick back and relax." Many campers combine water activities with camping at riverside sites.
What campers like
Off-season solitude: Several campgrounds near Shreve remain open during shoulder seasons when crowds thin. "We camped here off season and had the place to ourselves. We had a pull through site which was gravel. The staff is friendly and the indoor pool and shower houses were amazing," reports Renee L. about Mohican Adventures Campground.
Primitive camping options: For those seeking a more natural experience, several campgrounds offer basic sites. "There are 10 free camp sites for backpackers in Mohican, each is about a mile hike in, no vehicles can reach these sites. There are 4 on the mountain bike trail and 6 on the horse trails, first come first serve, no reservations," explains John H. about Mohican State Park.
Clean facilities: Many campers highlight facility quality as a differentiator. At Berlin RV Park & Campground, "SPOTLESS bathrooms and I mean SPOTLESS" according to Tara T., who visited during a busy Labor Day weekend. The campground also maintains volleyball, basketball, tetherball, and corn hole areas.
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Most camping near Shreve operates between April and October. Kenny C. noted about Berlin RV Park: "Spent the weekend here while visiting Amish country in Ohio. For the most part it is just a place to park your camper in a big open area while visiting the area."
Site variations: Campsites range from heavily wooded to open field locations. "Our site was a little muddy and a little smaller than other sites but overall we were very happy with the campground and would camp there again!" reports CampgroundKaren about Mohican Wilderness.
Cell service limitations: Reception varies significantly by location and carrier. One camper at Mohican State Park noted: "No cell service with Verizon at this park," which can affect navigation and communication plans.
Navigation challenges: Some campgrounds have access issues with GPS directions. Gregory L. warns about Wally World: "Getting here proved to be tricky, as it seems all of the GPS apps and my Garmin routed us on a county road that is not fit for RVs of any type. To find this place, search for 1 Wally Bridge, Loudonville, OH and then follow Wally Road."
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: Several campgrounds offer swimming facilities as alternatives to river recreation. "Super super big place as far as campsites go and quantity. We went for a Bluegrass Festival and spent most of the time in the campground because it rained a lot," notes Katie Jo B. about Mohican State Park, making it suitable for rainy day activities.
Structured activities: Look for campgrounds with organized programming. Lane C. explains about Toodik Family Campground: "We stayed at camp Toodik over 4th of July weekend. The river was up, so we didn't get to go canoeing. It rained on us, and our campsite turned to mud, but we still had a wonderful time."
All-weather options: Some facilities offer indoor recreation. "Amazing campgrounds, with great amenities, clean and updated restrooms & shower house. Indoor pool perfect for the super hot summer months," according to Nicole S. who stayed at Mohican Adventures Campground.
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Not all sites offer full hookups. Joe F. who stayed at Lake Wapusun notes: "Our site was a normal gfi outlet and couldn't run a/c and air fryer. No biggie we did wings over a fire. I'd have a filter for water also."
Site selection factors: Consider seasonal positioning for comfort. "At 1st didn't care for it but after I noticed where sun was setting it became best in whole campground," adds Joe F. about site location at Lake Wapusun.
Weight restrictions: Larger rigs face specific access constraints. Gregory L. warns about Wally World: "Do note the bridge you need to cross has a weight limit of 10 tons, so larger rigs will need to come up Wally Road from the south."
