4 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Mohican State Park Campground offers expansive equestrian opportunities with well-groomed horse trails featuring creek crossings and steep hills through beautiful pine forests. The park maintains a primitive horse camp area with highlines for securing horses overnight. Riders appreciate the miles of dedicated bridle paths that connect directly to the larger trail system. Both primitive campsites and standard campground accommodations are available for equestrians, with the main campground offering electric hookups, restrooms, showers, and drinking water. The primitive horse camping area provides basic amenities with space for trailers and portable corrals if needed. Dogs are welcome to accompany riders on the trails and at campsites.
Located in Ohio's outdoor recreation hub, the horse trails at Mohican connect to numerous scenic overlooks and natural features including the newly dedicated swinging bridge completed in 2021. Trail riders can access multiple loop options varying in difficulty and length, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced equestrians. The bridle trails are particularly beautiful during fall months when the forest displays vibrant colors. Trailer parking is available at designated areas with sufficient room for turning around and unloading horses. Seasonal considerations affect trail conditions, with some areas becoming muddy after heavy rain. Campers should bring their own water buckets, feed, and portable containment systems as formal corrals are not provided at individual campsites. First-come, first-served camping is available in the winter months when the park is less crowded.
"Miles of well groomed horse trails available with creek crossings, steep hills and beautiful pine tree."
"As part of a nearly 200-mile bikepacking ride, this was our last stop! We spent 2 nights in their "Class B" area down in the Mohican River Valley and loved it."
Available next weekend
from $27 - $220 / night
"They are full of amenities like: horse back riding, shooting sports, canoeing, playground, swimming lake, putt putt and more."
"We come back to MW each year and try to get the same sites (323-322) as they are very private with access to the water while still being super close to the store and walkable to the bathrooms:showers."
from $25 - $44 / night
"Didn’t see much of the park on Friday, but Saturday we went exploring and saw the marina, beach, horse camp area, and walked some of the bridle trails."
"Positives: Lots are spacious
- Lots of activities: WhoaZone, boating, fishing, horseback riding, near Mohican Adventures for rafting, hiking
- Quiet and with friendly staff and seasonal campers
- Large"
from $27 / night
"Not your typical going hiking kinda campground (there are trails but they are not “major”) you come here to step away from city life and tour a working farm. Ohio countryside at its best."
"Lots of hiking trails and a few sites boasting the filming locations for scenes from the movie Shawshank Redemption."
Available next weekend
from $23 - $180 / night
"Bathrooms are open and close by. No showers. Very clean and quiet. There were 4 others staying here. All were nice. If you arrive after hours grab an envelope and drop payment in an envelope."
from $20 - $35 / night
"We go at least once a year for the Ohio Bigfoot Conference which draws people from all over the country."
"**Salt Fork State Park of Ohio is for individual, couples or group camping. Salt Fork lake is natural spring fed water supply that fills this lake."
Available next weekend
from $24 - $52 / night
"I camped at this state park in the very scenic rolling hills of central Ohio on a hot and sunny weekend and was happy to find plenty of shade."
"I have been extremely disappointed with Ohio State Park campgrounds."
Available next weekend
from $24 - $160 / night
"Took the kids on the horse ride and they loved it. All staff were very friendly. Would def recommend anyone to go."
ScoutWe camped here for the first time this year and ended up booking 2 more trips here. We just finished our last trip. We love this campsite. No other place has sites this big and give you this much space. Awesome place to camp
GuideWe found site F26 at the far end of the loop. Short paved pad with electric very near a simple clean bathroom with flush toilets. Sites are treeless and fairly close together but the sites in our mini loop all backed up to the woods. Surprised to encounter mosquitoes in October. Overall the campground is huge with 5 separate loops that are spread far apart. The check in station is a significant distance from the first loop A and more than a mile from loop F so if you don’t have reservations, go to the website to find out which sites are available then drive around to make your selection -then call or go online to register. $45.50 for electric only site includes booking fee.
Rangerwe come back to MW a few times each year as the access to the river and quiet nature of the campground is great. The playground is nice, the store is clean and well stocked.
GuideSecond time here. Quiet, except for the birds chirping.
Only 3 other campsites in use on an August weekend.
Water and pit toilet.
Enough At&t cell service to connect, but it's not great.
RangerWe return to Mohican wilderness a few times each year and love the sites we choose right on the river.
Most sites here are wide open field sites and would not suite our style of camping.
Bathrooms are typically clean.
TravelerThe site is full hook-up. 30/50 amp. This site is partial tree covered and at the end of the loop. Shower house very short walk across the road. Trash dumpster across the street. This is a short site 23 foot max for RV. Has a double pad with concrete Picknick table area. Best spot on C loop.
RangerWe come back to MW each year and try to get the same sites (323-322) as they are very private with access to the water while still being super close to the store and walkable to the bathrooms:showers.
We love how peaceful it is and the play areas for kids. We’ll bring kayaks for the river which is cool but the last time it was too cold.
ScoutMy partner and I have been here for 3 days , were staying for a week. So far everyone has been friendly or keeps to themselves. The bathrooms and showers are clean and the deer are plentiful and beautiful
TravelerHuge park with lots of options (electric , water, etc.). Very well maintained, and showers better than the one I have at home. Clean. Trees. Actual price was a bit more than appeared on line…sorta annoying but we were happy with our stay.
Mohican State Park offers several equestrian camping options near Shreve, Ohio. The campground sits at an elevation of 1,200 feet within the Clear Fork Valley, characterized by hemlock forests and sandstone outcroppings. Camping facilities range from primitive sites with direct trail access to fully equipped campgrounds with modern amenities, generally open April through November with limited winter availability.
Primitive hiking options: Mohican State Park Campground provides free hike-in camping opportunities for backpackers seeking a more secluded experience. As Nicole K. notes, there are "lots of hiking trails and waterfalls. Free hike-in camping available here too."
River activities: The Clear Fork River runs through the region, offering excellent fishing and water recreation. At Mohican Wilderness, campers enjoy direct river access. "We go every year and do the 20 mile kayaking trip, such a nice little spot along the river & the best way to kick off summer!" shares Lexi K.
Seasonal events: The area hosts special camping events throughout the year. Julia A. describes attending "the 2024 River of Fire Event" at Mohican Wilderness, noting "The event was very well organized and very fun to participate in. Staff was all very friendly and helpful!"
Spacious campsites: Many equestrian camping areas near Shreve provide ample room for horses and equipment. Shannon P. says of Mohican Wilderness: "The sites are spacious and with the option to park your trailer where you want (grass sites). They are full of amenities like: horse back riding, shooting sports, canoeing, playground, swimming lake, putt putt and more."
River access sites: Riverside camping is popular in the region's horse campgrounds. "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. Quiet neighbors and friendly staff plus everything is mowed and well maintained," Andrea F. reports about Mohican Wilderness.
Off-season tranquility: Winter camping offers a different experience at many equestrian facilities near Shreve. Andrea F. notes about Mohican State Park: "Another Thanksgiving spent in our camper and it was so nice and relaxing... Camping in the off season is our favorite time of year. This particular park has potable water on by the dump station and the dump station is open."
Cell service limitations: Be prepared for limited connectivity at horse campgrounds near Shreve. At Mohican State Park, Andrea F. reports "No cell service with Verizon at this park," while Heidi L. mentions of Mohican Wilderness: "We didn't have any cell service but I was not expecting it. It was great to be screen free for a couple days."
Variable campsite conditions: Sites can differ significantly within the same campground. At Pleasant Hill Lake Park Campground, Korinne K. observes, "I recently stayed 2 nights on site 304 which was electric only by choice and when we return we will opt for full hook up since those sites look brand new."
First-come camping options: Some primitive horse camping areas don't require reservations. John H. explains about Mohican State Park: "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."
Beach activities: Families enjoy the swimming areas at several equestrian campgrounds. Bobby C. notes that Pleasant Hill Lake Park has a "Great Lake close to rafting on Mohican river," while Tina D. appreciates the "beautiful lake and beach" that makes it their "favorite place to camp."
Hiking options for kids: Malabar Farm State Park Campground offers educational opportunities alongside camping. Shelly S. describes it as "a working farm" that "would be an excellent home schoolers camping trip" with "family oriented events."
Children's facilities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated recreational areas. Andrea F. mentions about Pleasant Hill: "The bike/walking paths for kids/adults is a great addition for campers with young kids," and Shannon P. notes that Mohican Wilderness has amenities including a "playground, swimming lake, putt putt and more."
Site selection advice: For RV camping with horses near Shreve, choose your site carefully. At Dillon State Park Campground, Brian B. advises: "There is reasonable space between the sites to allow for some privacy and to allow you to spread out. Area C is the most secluded area. All RV sites have 50A/30A electric."
Water access points: Be strategic about sites near water stations. Linda B. cautions about Dillon State Park: "We were by a water spout and every time an RV/Trailer came in they of course had to fill up. Check a campground map and try to avoid these sites."
Winter camping considerations: RVers should note seasonal changes to hookups. Andrea F. explains about Mohican State Park: "This particular park has potable water on by the dump station and the dump station is open. The water at the full hook up sites are turned off."
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