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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Valley View, OH

337 Reviews

Hidden Hollow Campground at Fernwood State Forest provides free camping for pets and their owners with a self-registration system and 14-day stay limit. The paved sites include picnic tables and fire rings in a quiet forest setting. Most pet-friendly campgrounds in the area maintain basic pet policies requiring leashes and proper waste disposal. Jefferson Lake State Park Campground offers several electric sites suitable for RVs and tent campers with pets, featuring clean vault toilets that are thoroughly maintained each morning. Visitors note the small campground creates a peaceful atmosphere for dogs, though some sites are quite sloped and may not be ideal for tent camping with pets.

Trails throughout these pet-friendly camping areas provide exercise opportunities for dogs. Hidden Hollow's orange-blazed trail behind site 10 offers hiking access, though fallen trees occasionally block portions of the path. At Austin Lake RV Park & Cabins, pets are welcome while their owners enjoy the lake's recreational activities, though the campground charges additional fees for many amenities. The road into Austin Lake can be challenging with steep downhill sections requiring careful navigation for larger vehicles. Most campers appreciate the natural setting these areas provide for pet outings, with Jefferson Lake's 18 miles of multi-use trails particularly suitable for dogs that enjoy longer walks through the woods.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Valley View, Ohio (67)

    1. Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest

    11 Reviews
    Valley View, OH
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (740) 266-6021

    "Very well kept, completely free 1st come campground just outside the very small town of Bloomingdale, OH. Pit toilets and no source of safe, clean water anymore."

    "The campground is situated near shooting ranges so the gunfire lasts late into the evening and begins early in the morning disrupting the serenity a bit.

    The best part - it's free!"

    2. Raccoon Creek State Park Campground

    49 Reviews
    Clinton, PA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (724) 899-2200

    $22 - $128 / night

    "While most of the campgrounds in the park are no pets- there are 2 loops that allow your furry companions! Loop F includes electric spots!"

    "There's a trail right to the beach near the D loop, so it's a great place for families to go with pets. The sites are big, wooded, and all close to the bathroom."

    3. Tomlinson Run State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    New Manchester, WV
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (304) 564-3651

    $28 - $40 / night

    "Pets are welcome.  Facilities are older but well kept.  Bathhouse is heated with showers that have a fiberglass tub surround, not concrete.  Nice hiking trails that connect through the campground. "

    "There are trails and fishing so plenty to do. Fairly sparse in April but a lot of people still driving and walking by. Alcohol prohibited"

    4. Austin Lake RV Park & Cabins

    9 Reviews
    New Cumberland, OH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 544-5253

    $70 - $250 / night

    "Adjacent to the lake. Multiple amenities close by. Plenty of activities for the family. Great family owned campground."

    "Kart friendly and great spots all along the main strip, lake side and creek side."

    5. Jefferson Lake State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    Valley View, OH
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 765-4459

    "Tucked away in southeastern Ohio is a gem of a park for camping, hiking and horse camping. Clean water, restrooms, playground, sand volleyball and basketball court."

    "Fire pits have a nice grate to flip over and cook on (this varied highly bw Ohio campgrounds).

    Nice hiking trails and the lake is nice. Lots of geese and the expected goose poop."

    6. Ronsheim Campground — Harrison State Forest

    3 Reviews
    Bloomingdale, OH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 266-6021

    "It’s nothing much, there isn’t much in the way of activity save a few trails."

    "Gun range nearby."

    7. Barkcamp State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    St. Clairsville, OH
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 484-4064

    "This was a nice place to stop for a few days on my drive west into Ohio. I knew nothing about the campground prior to this visit."

    "I grew up in the Ohio valley and I love living here."

    8. Sally Buffalo Park

    1 Review
    Deersville, OH
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 942-8844

    $25 - $40 / night

    9. Beaver Creek State Park Campground

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

    $18 - $50 / night

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    • 6 electric sites
    • 44 non-electric sites
    • Dump station
    • No showers; no flush toilets
    • Pets"

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

    10. Tappan Lake Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    Deersville, OH
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 922-3649

    "Last weekend we stayed at Tappan Lake Park in Deersville Ohio. We reserved a spot in the “new section 5” of the park. I haven’t been to Tappan lake in probably 15 years with a RV."

    "Great place to camp clean lake and fun to just hang out at the camper"

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337 Reviews of 67 Valley View Campgrounds

  • Blaine V.
    Feb. 20, 2022

    Shadow Lake RV Resort

    Great place and service

    I stayed here in the worse month possible for camping in ohio but the owner made it a great experience. They are very accommodating. Even though every thing was snowy and muddy I could tell this is a very well taken care of place. Shower house was clean and warm. The laundry mat washed and dried great. As a construction worker I have payed way more for way less. This place is gem for construction/oil field workers in the area.

  • Staci R.
    Oct. 26, 2017

    Salt Fork State Park Campground

    The right side of the fork

    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. I would give Salt Fork SP extra stars for this one, especially if there were campsites co-located.

    Camp ground is easily accessible being just 6 miles from I70, leaving the convenience of Cambridge and city amenities close by while allowing for great trails and solitude. Stayed in campground A, and the front end has little shade, but being here in autumn was perfect for lots of sunshine on site. Sites with trees for tree tents is minimal. Drinking fountains are dispersed fairly frequently throughout campground, but RV hookups with water were limited during my stay. Shower houses and comfort houses all have flushers and sinks.

    TICK WARNING!!!! After a morning hike down wooded Trail, we spent A LONG TIME pulling ticks from dogs...even though the temps were in the 30's overnight and everyone was treated with flea & tick protection.

  • Kellie A.
    May. 24, 2021

    Salt Fork State Park Campground

    My Go-to Weekend Getaway

    Saltfork is located about 45 minutes from my house, and makes for the perfect overnight trip. 

    There are tons of things to do, and lots of space in which to do them. My favorites includes hiking trails, and the lakeside dog park. 

    I stay in the primitive camping, it allows for more privacy and quiet. Although it also means you are relegated to the pit toilets. I personally don't mind them, but I know some campers will make the drive to the nicer shower house in the RV heavy side of the park. 

    Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, the fire rings in the primitive section need some work, as the grates are very old and small.

  • Kathleen H.
    Jul. 10, 2022

    Raccoon Creek State Park Campground

    Pet friendly campsite, with electric

    While most of the campgrounds in the park are no pets- there are 2 loops that allow your furry companions! Loop F includes electric spots! Loved seeing the 'neighbors' dogs get excited and curious when I walked my 4-legged best friend around the site. Clean area , close to a modern bathroom (a few stalls & even 2 showers!) Looking forward to going back at the end of the month.

  • B
    Jul. 4, 2023

    Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA

    Awesome staff!

    Very conveniently located off the interstate. Follow the signs to the campground NOT the GPS in order to avoid some narrow and sharp turn roads. Staff were super friendly! Front desk staff were knowledgeable and and helpful. We had some issues with our power, and Larry was at our site within minutes to fix it. Big open dog park! There are only a few shaded spots. Spot width was a little narrow where we stayed (on the hill), but perfect for a quick overnight stay. Bathrooms were fairly clean, laundry was nice. The pool looked very well maintained.

  • M
    Aug. 3, 2020

    Raccoon Creek State Park Campground

    Let a Local Give You The Scoop!

    In the past 5 years, I've made 13 trips to Raccoon Creek State Park and spent 16 nights in a tent there. It is my local state park and I can tell you lots about it.

    The D loop is really great tent camping at Raccoon Creek State Park. It's tents only, no RVs. So it gets a really fun, party vibe on Saturday nights during the summer. There's a trail right to the beach near the D loop, so it's a great place for families to go with pets. The sites are big, wooded, and all close to the bathroom.

    The C loop, however, doesn't take pets (which stinks). When we have our dogs with us, we gravitate towards the C loop. It's fine, but it's not as fun as the D loop.

    When we don't make a reservation and we have our dog, we end up in the F loop. It's not our preference (but--let's be clear--even the worst site in the F loop is better than NO trip!).

  • S
    May. 27, 2018

    Raccoon Creek State Park Campground

    Great outdoor getaway from the city life!

    I started camping at Raccoon back in the 60's as a little person with my family. Hadn't been for several decades, but finally got back with my husband and cats the past couple of years. Great park ony a 1/2 hour outside of Pittsburgh. The campground has something for everyone - RV sites with electric (although I wouldn't recommend bringing your 40' rig...sites can be a tad on the smaller side) or secluded sites just for tenting. Restrooms are clean and well maintained. Two loops allow pets F and B, but only some sites in F have electric, so be sure to check if that is what you need. There are many hiking trails that are not too strenuous or you can take a 10 mile trip around the lake. Lots of birds for viewing, particularly near the beach. You can put in your kayak or fish on the shore at the fairly large lake. Boats do require a launch pass which you can obtain from the park office. And don't miss the Wildflower Preserve if you are there in May or late summer! Great place to take the family and relax in nature!

  • E
    Sep. 26, 2021

    Salt Fork State Park Campground

    Cabin stay with hot tub

    Nice lodge with pool. Pet hedgehog worked the front counter. Bigfoot stuff everywhere. Okay trails.

  • Jay B.
    Aug. 15, 2017

    Raccoon Creek State Park Campground

    Memorial Day

    Long holiday weekend trip. Love this park. Designated pet areas, flush toilets and shower house available. Plenty of trails.

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