Best Campgrounds near Struthers, OH

Campgrounds near Struthers, Ohio range from developed state parks to private family-owned facilities within a 30-mile radius. The region includes Mosquito Lake State Park Campground to the north, featuring tent and RV sites with some waterfront locations, and Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground in nearby Hubbard offering 115 developed sites with full hookups. Mixed-use campgrounds accommodate various camping styles with several locations providing cabin options alongside traditional tent and RV sites. West Branch State Park Campground in Wayland maintains year-round operations with boat-in, drive-in, and walk-in access, while smaller private operations like Pioneer Trails Tree Farm Campground offer more intimate camping experiences with just four tent sites.

Seasonal considerations shape the camping experience around Struthers, with many campgrounds operating from May through October. The Mill Creek Camping area at Berlin Lake Wildlife Area provides multi-access camping options with boat-in and hike-in opportunities, while Beaver Creek State Park Campground remains open year-round. Travelers planning visits to waterfront sites should note that many popular locations require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends when lakeside spots fill quickly. Road access varies widely across facilities, with some campgrounds offering paved roads suitable for large RVs while others feature more primitive access conditions. Water activities represent a significant draw throughout the region, with multiple campgrounds providing direct lake or reservoir access. A visitor noted that "Atwood Lake Campground is a true gem in a beautiful area of eastern Ohio" with full hookup sites on level concrete pads near the water.

Waterfront camping consistently ranks among the most popular options in the Struthers area, with several campgrounds offering direct lake views and boat access. Pymatuning State Park Campground receives positive feedback for its lakefront sites and fishing opportunities, with one camper noting "most if not all sites have views of the beautiful lake and the Pennsylvania shoreline." The campground areas around Struthers generally provide modern amenities including showers, restrooms, and dump stations, though privacy between sites varies considerably. Campers report that while some locations feature densely wooded sites with good separation, others offer more open layouts with limited privacy. Family-friendly features appear frequently in campground reviews, with several locations featuring playgrounds, swimming beaches, and recreational areas designed for children. Cell service quality varies throughout the region, with some campgrounds experiencing weak coverage despite their proximity to urban areas.

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Best Camping Sites Near Struthers, Ohio (132)

    1. Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground

    8 Reviews
    Sharpsville, OH
    10 miles
    Website

    $45 - $55 / night

    "Our family really enjoyed staying here, and our kids especially loved swimming and fishing in the lake. In the evening, we bought some firewood from the campground owners for our bonfire."

    "The only downside for us is that we're full-time and this is close to "home." We don't really use the amenities, so we can't validate having to pay for anyone to visit us only at our rv."

    2. West Branch State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Ravenna, OH
    28 miles
    Website

    "Ranger Review: Morsel Spork at West Branch State Park

    **Campground Review: **

    This state park was very welcome after our first two unlucky Ohio state park experiences."

    "Here's what's great about this campground situated at an easy drive from major cities like Columbus and Cleveland...its scenic, a fully loaded campground with bathhouses, parks, hiking paths, swimming"

    3. Shenango Campground

    15 Reviews
    Transfer, PA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 646-1124

    $18 - $34 / night

    "The Shenango Recreation Area is a large campground with some 300 plus sites located on a lake in western Pennsylvania. Access to the campground is fairly easy and about 12 miles north of I-80."

    "Most spaces are shaded and if not on the water, close to the water. We took kayaks - endless places to put into the water including from many sites. Easy 1.5 hour drive from Pittsburgh."

    4. Mill Creek Camping — Berlin Lake Wildlife Area

    22 Reviews
    Berlin Center, OH
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 547-8180

    $25 - $50 / night

    "Lots of playgrounds and you can access the lake for swimming and fishing from just about anywhere. The sites are well spaced and feel private, until you get closer to the lake."

    "The people next to us parked their boat right behind their site. We even seen a doe and 2 fawn right here at our site!"

    5. Pioneer Trails Tree Farm Campground

    2 Reviews
    Struthers, OH
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 330-1901

    $35 / night

    "My first camping location and review. Camping in a tree farm has been cool!

    I called the number listed and left a message. See the friendly manager walking the farm."

    6. Not Available

    1 Review
    Youngstown, OH
    6 miles

    $5 - $35 / night

    7. Beaver Creek State Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    Negley, OH
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 385-3091

    $18 - $50 / night

    "Site was fairly clean, but be sure to move the pine tree duff away from the fire pits to be safe. "

    "direct access to the North Country National Scenic Trail and trails through main park"

    8. Mosquito Lake State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    Cortland, OH
    25 miles
    Website

    "This park is one of my favorites in Ohio at this time. Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a fog park next to the lake."

    "The group next to us seemed a little rowdy when we first pulled in, but by 10:00 there was no noise anywhere near us. "

    9. Breakneck Campground

    16 Reviews
    Portersville, PA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 368-3233

    $10 - $20 / night

    "We wanted a secluded site and close to Pittsburgh. 

    We arrived around 7pm and there was no check in, we drove around for a while trying to find a spot with a fire ring per some helpful campers."

    "My husband and I camped here on a whim, after our original location got rained out. We picked a nice big lot by the dirt road."

    10. KOA Lake Milton Berlin Lake

    8 Reviews
    Lake Milton, OH
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 538-2194

    "My 2 boys had so much fun at the lake and the playground and the bounce pad ect ect! The owners and all the staff were extremely friendly and helpful and always around interacting with the guests."

    "Very nice lake and inflatables in swim area. Good fishing lake as well. Lake milton is a jump down the road for boating."

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Recent Reviews near Struthers, OH

715 Reviews of 132 Struthers Campgrounds


  • Bettina A.
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Bear Run Campground

    Options.

    This is an amazing campground with reasonable prices, an array of camping options to suit different camping needs as well as budget range. I am unsure if I just happen to have gotten lucky and decided to go camping during a special weekend, but it’s Labor Day weekend and I am loving that there is a calendar of events for campers to participate in if they choose to. Activities include wagon rides to the lake, talent show, karaoke…etc, as well as church! This was an unexpected gem as we are from Florida and were blessed enough to stumble upon the right person in a parking lot when my husband asked if they knew of any places that we could possibly camp at nearby and that gentleman told us about Moraine Park. Upon making our way out to here, we found Bear Run and have loved our experience so far. Love it!

  • Don H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Shenango Campground

    Great camping

    Great place to camp. Beautiful lake and wonderful people.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Mountain Top Campground

    Solitude peace and quiet

    You come up a winding road and emerge atop the mountain. It’s cute. Wide open grass land with sites around the perimeter. Half a dozen of them (premium) are at the edge and have a nice view to the hills beyond. Basic amenities. Some ice and fire wood that are self serve. We’re just here for the night and are hoping to catch an uber into the city for a pirates game. Place is full - ish but is super quiet. If you’re looking for a place to hang a hammock and read a book. This is it. Nice fire holes with a view.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA

    Quiet, peaceful, close to all the things

    We stopped here for a couple nights to go to a Cleveland Guardians game and go to Cuyahoga National Park. It was within great proximity to both and had all the amenities the kids and I love. Swimming (wish it were open a little later…) laundry 24/7, a game room, store with just what we needed to pick up a few things, a pond that seemed to always have someone fishing at it (that’s a good thing) and a big wide sites to spread out and have a nice campfire in. (Wood available 24/7 and trash pick up at the site in the AM). It’s always nerve wracking when the fire pits are close to the rigs - loved that these sits were wide. And while there are likely people here it feels nice and spread out.

  • Jerry L.
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Woodside Lake Park

    Old Park With Iron Laden Well Water Beware

       I stayed at this park for 2 months in 2023 and was planing on staying for 5 months in 2025. I left after 2 months due to iron& sulfur laden well water that is provided in at least half the park. I spent hundreds of dollars trying to filter and clean up the water to no avail. It damages everything and they won't put a treatment system in at the well pump like the 2nd well has so you can filter it to an acceptable level for drinking, cooking, washing etc.

       In 2023 I was in a section that was treated and my filters/softener did a acceptable job to make it work. I Used the laundry facilities also. This trip to see family in 2025 I was in a different section and by the second day it was unacceptable disgusting turbid rusty water with sulfur odor. I bought additional filters for Ferrous Iron Water treatment and remediation along with iron out chemical for cleaning fixtures and plumbing system on the camper. It barely worked well enough for a couple weeks between filter changes and rinsing the system for shower use. I Had to buy drinking water in town every few days for cooking, drinking and brushing teeth etc.

       New owners bought the park in 2023 and have increased monthly rent from$750 a month to$950 a month but don't seem to care enough about the health and comfort of their guest to do anything with the well water for a majority of the park. Let alone any of the other infrastructure or"amenities" to be generous in there reference This year even the laundry machines where too disgusting to use that we had to go into town for laundry also.

       The park needs major renovations to just bring it up to modern standards. The bath house is in decrepit condition moldy smelly and barely cleaned anytime I was over there. Site pads are rip rap 1" to 4" size rock with no fine rock coverings, or in some areas smoother rock and dirt but nowhere close to flat or level. Water drainage when its raining is deplorable and you very well might be in a mud pit at your doorway.

       It's sad there are no decent RV parks in the Cleveland area, just old campgrounds that have added hook-ups and market themselves as RV parks and now charge like they are RV Resorts. Reserve a space at your own risk and definitely verify where and what water source you are on. Bring plenty of filters and plan on sanitizing your system after staying there.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Silver Springs Campground

    Affordable

    The lots are nice and large. The main problem was very hard to level and soft grass they don’t have a well compacted area for your tt/rv. Would be nice to have bathroom built on the campground. Have to walk to the baseball field to use the bathrooms. Overall had a good time with my family.

  • S
    Jul. 24, 2025

    Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground

    Great community

    When I first got here the 2 owners went above and beyond in so many ways. Unfortunately they didn’t have a 50 amp site available so the owner gave me 30 amp converter at no cost and also helped me hook up my gray water and black water connections. They keep the area pristine and welcome everyone as if they are family.

  • Sienna L.
    Jul. 22, 2025

    Salem-Lisbon Ohio KOA

    Nice All Year Around Camping

    This was an awesome place for a winter trip! The tent sites were big and right on the lake. Everyone was so kind!


Guide to Struthers

Camping near Struthers, Ohio, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From serene lakeside spots to family-friendly campgrounds, there’s something for everyone looking to escape into nature.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Nature Walks: Explore the beautiful trails at Cuyahoga Valley National Park. One reviewer mentioned, “Nice stretch of forest...great views, trails for different skill levels.”
  • Fishing and Boating: At Pymatuning State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and boating. A visitor noted, “Beautiful lake on the Ohio/PA border. Clean bathrooms/showers. Don’t forget to feed the carp!”
  • Playgrounds and Family Activities: Families will love the amenities at West Branch State Park Campground. One camper shared, “Great showerhouses and very nice playground.”

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at many sites. A review for Raccoon Creek State Park Campground stated, “The facilities were clean. The campground was quiet as much as can be expected.”
  • Spacious Campsites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A visitor at Mosquito Lake State Park Campground mentioned, “The camp sites were fairly spacious and level.”
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. One review for Silver Springs Campground noted, “The campground attendant was a very friendly man who asked several times if we had questions about the area.”

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Mill Creek Camping, have basic facilities. A camper mentioned, “There are portable bathrooms located throughout the campground.”
  • Noise Levels: Expect some noise, especially on weekends. A review for Mill Creek Camping pointed out, “It gets loud and crowded on the weekend as usual.”
  • Water Access: Not all sites have direct water access. A visitor at Geneva State Park Campground noted, “Campground is not on the lake and we drove to get to the beach.”

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for sites with playgrounds and activities. One camper at West Branch State Park Campground said, “The playground is extremely age-friendly for every kid there.”
  • Plan for Rain: Be prepared for wet weather. A family at Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA had to pack up due to rain, stating, “Our tent leaked horribly bad.”
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Keep the kids happy with plenty of snacks. A reviewer at Raccoon Creek State Park Campground enjoyed the nearby snack hut at the beach.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Levels: Some sites can be unlevel. A visitor at Punderson State Park Campground mentioned, “It is super hilly so if you’re looking for flat look elsewhere.”
  • Bring Extra Power Cords: If you’re using electric hookups, ensure your cords are long enough. A camper at Silver Springs Campground noted, “The outlets are at the top of a gentle slope.”
  • Explore Nearby Attractions: Many campgrounds are close to attractions. A reviewer at Pymatuning State Park Campground mentioned, “Some quaint Amish shopping is nearby.”

Camping near Struthers, Ohio, has a lot to offer, whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Struthers, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Struthers, OH is Chestnut Ridge Park and Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 8 reviews.

What parks are near Struthers, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 12 parks near Struthers, OH that allow camping, notably Michael J Kirwan Lake and Cuyahoga Valley National Park.