Best Glamping near Sidney, OH

Wapakoneta KOA, Grand Lake St. Marys State Park, and Indian Lake State Park provide glamping accommodations within 30 miles of Sidney, Ohio. These destinations feature climate-controlled safari tents and upscale canvas accommodations equipped with comfortable beds, private decks, and electrical hookups. Indian Lake's glamping sites are positioned along peaceful water channels with convenient boat access and scenic views. "Super clean KOA with level gravel sites... it had a little wooden deck with a picnic table," noted one visitor about Wapakoneta KOA, highlighting the property's attention to comfort details. Each location maintains modern bathroom facilities with hot showers, while select accommodations include kitchenettes, outdoor dining areas, and fire rings for evening relaxation.

The luxury outdoor stays near Sidney complement natural surroundings with eco-friendly amenities and diverse recreational opportunities. Indian Lake State Park boasts a swimming beach, fishing access, and newly constructed inground pool exclusively for guests. Grand Lake St. Marys provides glamping visitors with boat launch facilities and waterfront sites. A recent visitor mentioned, "The campground and beach were very nice. The facilities are clean and updated." Wildlife viewing opportunities abound at these locations, particularly at Indian Lake where reviewers note interesting bird watching. Most glamping accommodations remain available throughout the warmer months (April through October), with Wapakoneta KOA offering pizza delivery service directly to safari tents and glamping units. Reservations are recommended for all luxury sites, particularly during summer weekends and holidays.

Best Glamping Sites Near Sidney, Ohio (10)

    1. Indian Lake State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Lakeview, OH
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 843-3553

    "For the rest of the weekend our campsite had standing water around the fire pit and was similar to other site around the campground."

    "Big lots , very family friendly , Well-stocked store lots of family activities the water isn’t swimmable at the moment but it’s still really nice nice bath houses nice toilets"

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

    14 Reviews
    St. Marys, OH
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 394-3611

    "friendly staff, very clean restrooms, playground, could not swim in the water due to contamination which they have spent millions to repair and is slowly on the up and up, not too far from town, surrounded"

    "great like campground on Ohio’s biggest inland lake"

    3. Wapakoneta KOA

    8 Reviews
    Jackson Center, OH
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 738-6016

    $42 - $55 / night

    "Had a back-in, water/electric spot that was roomy as we were on an end. Wood deck, picnic table, and fire ring included. Very well kept grounds, friendly staff, and all-around good atmosphere."

    "2 Fenced dog areas, nice playground, game room, giant chess set outside, clean pool.. you name it, this KOA has it!"

    4. Buck Creek State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Clarence J. Brown Dam and Reservoir, OH
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 322-5284

    $23 - $35 / night

    "A well manicured campground just outside Dayton, easy to get to, back in pavement site with 30A electric, picnic table and fire pit. Plenty of potable water spigots around, just not at the site."

    "We arrived three hours after check in started and headed straight to the camp office to check in."

    5. Oak Crest Campground

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    Bellefontaine, OH
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 593-7211

    6. Natural Springs Resort - RV Park, Campground and Recreation Destination

    12 Reviews
    Richmond, IN
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 437-5771

    "Water and electric only hook ups, primitive RV and tent sites. Some sites are shaded, most of them seem to be year round rented. Most sites not shaded and small."

    "Literally not even two feet around the fire pit on all sides. Luckily they were quick to accommodate our complaints and move us."

    7. Wildcat Woods Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Union City, OH
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 548-7921

    "They have the nicest cleanest camp bathrooms/shower house I've ever seen. Fishing, pond swimming, trails"

    8. Richmond KOA

    5 Reviews
    Richmond, IN
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (765) 962-1219

    "Families meeting up, nice swing seating here and there. We didn’t order it but they make and deliver pizza to your site! The wifi worked. There is a noise curfew. This works for me!"

    "There is also a large amish store nearby that has all kinds of items. The actual campground has great facilities and lots of activities to do for kids all while keeping a safe distance to their sites."

    9. Huggy Bear Campground

    3 Reviews
    Van Wert, OH
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 968-2211

    "Tons to do especially for kids, pet friendly, definitely get rowdy on the weekends- book ahead to snag the best sites. We stayed 5 days and it was awesome."

    "If you you’re going for family friendly fun where you can sit around a fire wIth friends and family, this is the place. There is swimming and family activities to keep everyone busy."

    10. Frontier Campground

    2 Reviews
    Arkansas River - Pool 5, AR
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 572-4894

    "Wonderful gem close to Caesar’s Creek and historic Waynesville. Sites are level with plenty of shade."

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Glamping Reviews near Sidney, OH

112 Reviews of 10 Sidney Campgrounds


  • Napunani
    Jun. 26, 2022

    Indian Lake State Park Campground

    FHUs Sites in a field

    PROS 

    Able to reserve 144 days prior to arriving 

    Very nice campground but the design leaves a lot to be desired 

    Friendly camp hosts who were busy picking up trash in common areas and cleaning sites Moveable picnic table 

    Metal fire ring with cooking grate 

    Site D45 level asphalt parking pad surrounded by grass 

    Great view of lake from D loop; some had water access at rear of site 

    Quiet except for campground party animals who kept it going into the wee hours of the morning 

    Coin-operated laundromats in non FHU loops $1.50 wash and $1 dry 

    Free WIFI available and able to connect at campsite 

    Dump Stations at Park exit have complimentary hoses 

    Camp store sells hard dipped ice cream 

    14 miles from the Airstream Service Center in Jackson Center 

    CONS 

    No senior discount

    $6.50 reservation fee for self made on-line reservation 

    Basically the FHU loops are out in a field…no privacy from neighbors and no shade what so ever 

    Grass around sites desperately needed mowed, if you could get thru the large mud puddles 

    FHU loop D has narrow roads and require driving on grass to back in trailer and some campers in other sites had to move their vehicles 

    Short length of campsite required creative parking of tow vehicle 

    Damn Canadian Geese poop every...what a mess! 

    Site number on electric utility box 

    FHU sewer connection at the back of the campsite so bring the looooong stinky slinky FHU loop D had tiny toilet building, but no showers; showers were in non-FHU loops 

    No entry gate personnel on a Friday afternoon to accomplish check-in. Went to park office next morning and was informed no check in required prior to Memorial Day. Never saw a Park ranger driving thru campground

  • AM S.
    Jul. 10, 2023

    Buck Creek State Park Campground

    Leaves some to be desired

    It's easy to get there. The non-electric sites don't have a lot of space or privacy (ie; trees) between them, definitely no hammocking. There's also a private camper's beach that is absolutely serene, probably not safe to swim in. Due to it being a holiday weekend, it was busy & loud like you'd expect, but it was so rowdy we left early. When we showed up, someone dumped all their trash in our firepit, absolutely disgusting behavior. Two different camp groups, one in electric and one in non-electric, got into loud verbal fights that resulted in the police being called. Fireworks and loud music were played all night long. No quiet hours, or if there are any they're not enforced. It's still great for a night visit if you're in the area, but it's not a dream weekend getaway by any means.

  • Windi H.
    Jun. 5, 2021

    Natural Springs Resort - RV Park, Campground and Recreation Destination

    Glad we checked it out, but don't feel the desire to come back.

    Advertises heated pool and splash pad, but pool was not heated and colder than lake(major bummer- as this was a major draw for us) and splash pad is still under construction- not new and ready for 2021. Lake is nice and clear, pretty cold(would love to feel it in August or September). Fun to jump into and overall pretty. Wibit should be included or at least offer 1/2 hour slots. Everyone is very nice, close to cute coffee shop and stores in Richmond. Park is in need of updates, just feels used- but can tell that is in process. No COVID restrictions other than"stay distanced" sign, but our adults were vaccinated and we just tried to keep our kids distanced. Good WiFi, everything fairly clean, nice little store w/ inexpensive ice cream. No"bar& grill" as advertised. Newer playground structure, but for younger kids- no swings.

  • C
    Apr. 26, 2021

    Buck Creek State Park Campground

    Great quiet site

    A well manicured campground just outside Dayton, easy to get to, back in pavement site with 30A electric, picnic table and fire pit. Plenty of potable water spigots around, just not at the site. Dump station near the entrance of the campground. Walking trails along the lake well cared for. Plenty of activity with playground and an outdoor theater. Plenty of water-front pebble beach for enjoyment in the summer. Close to the campground is the marina with a restaurant , but won’t open til Memorial Day.

    Addendum: July 2021 - was speaking with a number of people who have been here and they suggest not going during the summer. There is a large influx of rowdy locals who don't quite respect the peace and quiet many of us like.

  • R
    Aug. 19, 2019

    Wapakoneta KOA

    Nice little weekend getaway

    Stayed 2 nights here. Had a back-in, water/electric spot that was roomy as we were on an end. Wood deck, picnic table, and fire ring included. Very well kept grounds, friendly staff, and all-around good atmosphere.

  • L
    Aug. 25, 2021

    Wapakoneta KOA

    Impressive!

    Super clean KOA with level gravel sites (no weeds popping up through gravel!) 2 Fenced dog areas, nice playground, game room, giant chess set outside, clean pool.. you name it, this KOA has it! I was impressed when Mike helped me back into my site.. it had a little wooden deck with a picnic table (I did not request nor pay extra for this perk!) I noticed something that I've not seen at other campgrounds: each of the waste connection covers had a 'fake' rock over the top. Very clever! The KOA is very tidy and well kept. 

    Nice folks here. I would highly recommend it!

  • Jeremiah G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 4, 2022

    Natural Springs Resort - RV Park, Campground and Recreation Destination

    Lots to offer-tight sites

    Full service campground. 30, 50 am full hook ups. Water and electric only hook ups, primitive RV and tent sites. Some sites are shaded, most of them seem to be year round rented. Most sites not shaded and small. Lake with beach, fishing, boating, and scuba diving. Golf cart rentals, firewood for sale on site. Pool available. Camp store and hot food available on site. Cabins also available for rent. Within 25 min of Walmart, hole improvement stores, and restaurants. Overall nice campground with lots to offer. But in most cases there is parking lot style camping.

  • G
    Jun. 16, 2021

    Buck Creek State Park Campground

    Great Campground

    We arrived three hours after check in started and headed straight to the camp office to check in. Our tent site was ready right away and the kind lady at the desk helped us get DRY firewood and helped us locate our spot. Our campground was clean and mostly quiet. About a 2 min walk and you can walk along the lake on a trail, we caught the most gorgeous sunset. Overall a very nice and clean campground. The only complaint if I had to give one was the daddy long legs in the bathrooms. But they are not harmful at all and don’t really get in the way, but if you are not a spider person they may deter you.

  • steven B.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 14, 2022

    Indian Lake State Park Campground

    Indiana State Park

    My wife and I spent Mother’s Day weekend at this campground. With heavy rain on Friday, the campground and flowing river through the campground. For the rest of the weekend our campsite had standing water around the fire pit and was similar to other site around the campground.


Guide to Sidney

Indian Lake State Park and Grand Lake St. Marys State Park offer established camping options within 30 miles of Sidney, Ohio. Both parks maintain dedicated tent and RV camping areas with varying levels of privacy and shade. Several campgrounds in the region stay open year-round, while others operate seasonally from April through October. Winter camping options can be limited due to Ohio's variable weather conditions.

What to do

Fishing access points: At Buck Creek State Park, visitors can fish directly from the reservoir shoreline or use dedicated fishing platforms. "Indian Lake State Park is my close to home camping get away. Right on Indian lake, you can enjoy the beach, boating, swimming, fishing and relaxing," notes one regular visitor.

History exploration: The Neil Armstrong birthplace in Wapakoneta sits 25 minutes from Sidney, offering space exhibits and memorabilia. "We ended up driving around the country roads and seeing the sights so we could escape the smelly lake and hot poo fumes. Neil Armstrong was born in nearby Wapakoneta so there are some sights to see there," mentions one Grand Lake St. Marys camper.

Disc golf course: Grand Lake St. Marys State Park maintains an 18-hole disc golf course near the campground. "There is a camper beach area, swimming pool and boat launch within the campground. There are no hiking trails or at least none that I have found and the paved trail you have to drive to as well as the disc golf course," explains one visitor.

What campers like

Family-friendly atmosphere: Indian Lake State Park Campground receives praise for its child-oriented facilities. "This is definitely a campground for families and for those who want lots of company in there experience. Some shaded areas but mostly open land. Lots of activities for kids and families and even movies and music on the weekend," notes one reviewer.

Accessibility features: Many campgrounds near Sidney offer level sites with paved or gravel pads. "Large spacious sites with cement or paved spots. Can be muddy after rain. Has a pool, playground, putt putt golf, boat docks, hiking trails, and some other great amenities," writes a visitor about Grand Lake St. Marys.

Recreational variety: Multiple campgrounds feature both water and land recreation. "We have been camping at Indian lake since I was a chIld, now we our kids there. Roomy sites, plenty of shade. Not a lot of privacy. There is a sand beach for swimming (even a separate doggy beach!) or a new in-ground pool."

What you should know

Variable water conditions: Natural Springs Resort and other water-focused campgrounds may have fluctuating conditions. "Lake is nice and clear, pretty cold. Fun to jump into and overall pretty. Wibit should be included or at least offer 1/2 hour slots," notes one camper regarding the swimming quarry.

Site privacy limitations: Most campgrounds near Sidney feature open layouts with limited screening between sites. "The campground had cut down most of the tree coverage, and it was like we were camping with our neighbors. This may be a great family friendly park with a beach and kid activities, but we dont have kids and prefer a more quiet and secluded atmosphere."

Seasonal facilities: Pool areas and some glamping accommodations operate seasonally. "Our pad was not level front to back so we had to adjust a little bit. The fire ring was nice but our picnic table was beat up. The bathrooms were flush toilets and they did have shower houses too. The camp store is really big and it's right next to their pool."

Tips for camping with families

Playground proximity: Consider booking sites near play areas for convenience with children. "The camping spot was great. It was very close to the pool and playground. The sites were pull through which was nice for have young kids. Could sit at our spot and watch our kids at the playground," explains a family at Grand Lake St. Marys.

Evening entertainment: Many campgrounds schedule organized activities, especially on weekends. "Camp host on I think lot 71 or there about were great at keeping the activities going. Every night there was a movie and you could buy root beer floats for $1!! And the kids loved it," reports a Buck Creek camper.

Swimming options: Wildcat Woods Campgrounds offers both fishing and swimming ponds. "Very clean and friendly! They have the nicest cleanest camp bathrooms/shower house I've ever seen. Fishing, pond swimming, trails," states a reviewer, highlighting multiple recreation options for children.

Tips from RVers

Site leveling requirements: Some campgrounds require significant leveling adjustments. "Great service and help getting the trailer positioned correctly. A few food options on site are nice. The actual sites are very small. Not much room to fit the trailer and vehicle. Basically the site is as wide as your awning."

Utility hook-up variations: Water and electric connections vary significantly between campgrounds. "Full service campground. 30, 50 am full hook ups. Water and electric only hook ups, primitive RV and tent sites. Some sites are shaded, most of them seem to be year round rented. Most sites not shaded and small."

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