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Best Tent Sites Near Van Buren, OH (13)
1. White Oak Campground
10 Reviews•17 Photos•107 SavesWhite Oak Campground is a primitive campground. It has eight individual and two group campsites for tent camping. Only tent camping is permitted.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
$20 / night
3. Independence Dam State Park
4 Reviews•26 Photos•18 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
$18 - $25 / night
4. Wiregrass Lake Metropark
3 Reviews•3 Photos•26 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
$25 / night
5. Cannaley Treehouse Village
1 Review•4 Photos•31 SavesThe Cannaley Treehouse Village is the only public treehouse village in the country, creating an experience that is truly one-of-a-kind. Treehouse Village includes six-, four- and two-person treehouses plus three raised platforms attached to trees for tent and hammock camping. The treehouses have electricity with heat and air conditioning. There restrooms and shower facilities are nearby. A large common treehouse available for day uses, a group gathering place around a campfire, connecting boardwalks, a canopy bridge and a crow's nest complete the charming village in the trees. Treehouse Village Features A six-person treehouse A four-person treehouse (ADA accesible) Two, 2-person treehouses Three tent/hammock platforms for camping in the trees A common treehouse with seating for up to 20 people (day use only; ADA accessible) A crow’s nest A canopy walk linking the common treehouse to the crow's nest Restrooms with showers Common fire pit (wood provided)
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
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- Group
6. Farnsworth Campground
Be the first to review!•4 SavesThis campground is a primitive campground. It has two individual and one group campsite for tent camping. Only tent camping is permitted. Please note that our campgrounds required 24 hour advance reservations via phone or online. All renters will receive an email confirmation, that must be brought with you. If you made a reservation and did not receive an email confirmation please call customer service at 419-407-9700, Monday through Friday. Due to the high volumes of campers, we may not be able to accommodate requests to move campsites with less than 24 hours notice and are subject to availability. Day Camping available November through April, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., to book call 419-407-9701.
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$20 - $30 / night
7. Wolf Creek Park Campground
Be the first to review!•5 Saves- Pets
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- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
8. Rockland Lake
Be the first to review!•6 Photos•20 SavesRockland Lake is a private ten acre property with a spring fed crystal clear quarry, and lots of free space on all waterfront property. We have activities from volleyball, tether-ball, to fishing, swimming, and paddle boarding and much much more! There are diving boards, grills, and tents available. Reserve the camping trip of a lifetime today.
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- Electric Hookups
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$75 - $200 / night
9. Saulisberry Park Campground
Be the first to review!•3 Saves- Pets
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Recent Tent Reviews In Van Buren
218 Reviews of 13 Van Buren Campgrounds
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Ray K.
Scout
Crystal Rock Campground
Lakeside - East Harbor State Park
Super nice people- small sites- bathroom/ shower cleaned - a interesting area by Lakerside which is an 1800s art with very nice restaurants and shops most closed after Labor Day / do not take your rv /small roads - skip Sandusky
- RRobert T.
Guide
Sunset Springs RV Resort
Ohio River Peace
We arrived and were able to upgrade to site #1 due to a cancellation, overlooking the Ohio River. No one between us and the river, and we had a grand view.
The campground is very well kept, all sites would have been a good spot to call home for a couple nights. It was also a pretty quiet camp, compared to others, but they had their usual weekend events during the day for kids, to keep them occupied. Saturday evening they had a pot luck and then live music, which was good enough being a free event.
The only complaint is that one of the campers had a white standard poodle and though leashed, they didn’t control the dog out of others personal space. Very irritating. The camp owners were there and we didn’t see them communicate with the dog’s owner about controlling their dog either. The dog seemed to still be in a puppy mode and just wanted to play, but that doesn’t excuse the owners.
All in all, a great camp that we’ll likely return to.
- Susan B.
Traveler
Ottawa Metro Park Campground
Nice, clean campground, adjoining a big greenway
Very clean and pleasant campground, not far off the interstate. A 13_mile Greenway passes by there. Very nice bath and shower house. All sites paved with water and electric. Great place to spend a night or two.
- JJ G.Scout
Sun Valley Family Campground
Clean facilities, poor book keeping
Making the reservation didn’t go very smooth, the person taking the information didn’t sound like they knew what they were doing… They charged our credit card, and lost our reservation, however they did honor our word and allowed us to camp. The bathrooms and showers were clean. The camping area had portable toilets that were clean! For just overnight it was OK, not a place I would vacation at.
- JJulia H.
Ranger
Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA
Small basic campground near Toledo
Our site was $59.95 a night.
We were in Site# 504. We had Full hook- up with a gravel pull-through.
We travel towing a 14 foot trailer and were able to fit both in our pull through site along with my jeep. The site was easy to level. We were charged $25 additional for my jeep since we were towing the trailer. We also were charged $10 because we arrived at 1:25 PM and check-in is at 2 PM. The park was close to empty so arriving early was not an inconvenience. We drove ourselves to our spot (no escort).Our site was shaded with lots of trees. This was a smaller lot with our neighbors fairly close.
The lot comes with a concrete patio with picnic table and fire ring. They sell wood for $6 a bundle.
There is free WiFi, although not strong. They offer Cable TV and there are many channels.
There is not a community outdoor kitchen or community fire pit.
They pickup your garbage at your site daily before noon.
You are allowed to ride personal golf carts. They do not provide golf cart rentals. There is really not a need to have a Golf cart because it is a smaller campground.
They do have a Swimming pool but it is currently closed due to maintenance (although it just looked closed- no signs of maintenance being done).
There is a Playground. They also offer horseshoes, corn hole, giant jinga.
They have a basic general store. There are not scheduled activities for kids.
There is not a snack bar/restaurant on site.
The streets are gravel so not great for riding bikes. This is an RV park with tent camping and cabins to rent.
They have one shower house. The shower house has individual bathrooms with your own sink, shower, toilet. These are kept very clean.
There is a laundry facility. It is a cash only facility, but they have a change machine. There are approximately 4 washers and 4 dryers. It is approximately $2.50 to wash and $2.50 to dry a load.
They have a small fenced in dog park.
There isn’t tons to doin the actual city of Perryville. But Toledo is a 20 minute drive.
- MMatthew L.Scout
Tall Timbers Campground
Loved Tall Timbers RV Park!
We loved staying at Tall Timbers RV Park in Tyler, Texas. We booked on their website https://www.ttrv.org and had a great time.
Randall K.Ranger
Blue Heron Ohio Turnpike RV Lot
Perfect overnighter
Simplicity at its finest. Highway stop is open 24 hrs so you have food and bathrooms all night. Everything is bright, nice and clean and feels very safe. Free overnight stay allowed and for extra $20 you can get electricity (rows of hookups in the back of the parking lot). There was at least 10 other campers there. And no need to travel far to get back on the highway. Can’t be beat.
Oh and Mario’s pizza in the plaza has an off the menu gluten free pizza and it was pretty tasty! I was happily surprised!
FYI - you need cash to pay for the electric at a machine and then you get a ticket to display in the dash. The machine didn’t take cards.
- lluke S.Traveler
Mary Jane Thurston State Park
Good spot.
We had spot 8 and it was a good spot. It was a pull through spot that could fit a pretty large RV we will be staying here again if it is close on our travels. Highly recommend
Kelsey S.GuideMary Jane Thurston State Park
Great spot!
We stayed at site 8, enjoyed not having much of a crowd. View of the river was beautiful. Easy pull through access.
Mary S.Scout
Shadylake Campground
It's unfortunate that I have to give them even 1 star.
It's unfortunate I have to even give them 1 star. Absolutely horrible people to deal with and filthy place! The grounds were unkept and the pond, well, dont swim in it. We paid for the season and could not even get into our spot because he had rented out our spot to someone else! Every time we went out to make sure it was empty someone new was rented out to it. Filthy facility and the workers, when you could find one, were rude and obnoxious. We had to talk to the manager, who was hiding in the house, over a speaker. We couldn't hear him because of all the dogs barking in the background but he refused to come and speak to us.
- CChris A.Guide
Maumee Bay State Park Campground
Clean Facilities / Great Location
Sites are large, level, and grassy with vegetation barriers between sites with mowed buddy site access at back of each site. Shower houses are limited but modern and clean. Sunday morning’s line at the dump station can get very backed up!
Rick M.Scout
Adventure Bound Pleasant View
Scam company
Place is a joke, ran by two little piece of shit trolls with a god complex to over come the lack of achievement in there lives. They have zero management skills and even less people skills. Must be overcompensating for something.
- RRichard H.Scout
KOA Kampgrounds of America
New Camper
Trying to join the KOA camping
Shona S.TravelerBlue Water Campground
Okay
It had the facilities, but we were unimpressed with the service when booking, price quoted at reservation and online was different to price charged and we were placed right by the dump ground
- YYanna C.Traveler
Ottawa Metro Park Campground
So peaceful
Stopped here for the night on a road trip. It was the best decision to make! It is such a nice peaceful campground! The sites were nicely spaced along with a wonderful bathroom. Its definitely one of the nicest campgrounds I have ever been to!
Tom M.GuideCrystal Rock Campground
Nice camping experience.
Nice campground, lots of sites, old style putt-putt but fun for kids. Well kept up and the staff were very nice to interact with. Close to some of the local attractions and sites. We plan to schedule future trips to Crystal Rock.
Jen S.GuideCrystal Rock Campground
Clean & cute
This campground was family friendly, dog friendly, and very clean. About 30 minutes from cedar point. Our only complaint and the reason we’re docking a star is because our site was right next to a giant generator that seems to run 24/7 and sites seemed a little tight. Otherwise we enjoyed this campground very much.
- RRick E.Scout
Venture Out Resorts Arrowhead Lakes Resort
Tornado did damage
Many of the amenities were damaged by a tornado. Therefore no pool or other water amenities except for the lakes. It seems that the 50 amp sights are very spread out and randomly located.
- LLawrence H.Scout
Big Sandy Campground
Fun spot
Good time
- RRiley J.Traveler
Sunny's Campground
Thieves and terrible staff
Coming back for our second visit. We are returning after the owner was able to locate my sons stolen fishing pole, something that according to seasonal campers happens quite often. We returned wanting to give this park another chance but had THE worst time. I was harassed by a staff member and when I confronted the owner he said it’s a family business. Apparently that means unstable frightening staff members welcome and mine and my families safety was of no concern, we will never be back here and I’m hopeful this review can save your weekend from ending like mine. I’ve never felt unsafe camping until here.
Grace H.Traveler
Maumee Bay State Park
Wholesome environment, Mayflies galore
I had a fantastic and totally welcoming weekend at Maumee Bay State Park with my dog. First time taking him camping and I was so appreciative of the facilities at the campgrounds & the park - I was able to focus on making sure he was comfortable instead of worrying about anything else!
Campsite neighbors were very respectful - lots of RVers and large family groups. The park store was clean & efficient and the park itself offered coffee & donuts every morning for a dollar. Very sweet!
One item of note is that there are sooooo many mayflies around - flying, landing on you & your gear, and oftentimes covering the ground around the park. Totally fine if you’re not shy of bugs, but something to be mindful of.
Kourtney D.Traveler
Monroe-Toledo North KOA
Kid friendly / pricey
They recently drained their swimming pond so there is now no swimming. The nightly price is steep considering you have to pay extra per kid and pet plus if you want to pick your site it's an extra $10. Some sites are small so if you want room you need to pick your site.
The activities for kids are great but not all are free. The price isn't worth it to us.
- Cody V.Traveler
Gladhaven Campground and Marina
Spent a long weekend and loved it
Solo camped with my dogs. Had a friends with me the first night with kids. Super nice site lots of space the kids had a great time. Safe and friendly. And only 9 minute drive to the Jet Express to jump over to Put in Bag for a day!
- JJoseph I.Guide
White Star Park Campground
Nice place to stay
This is a little ways off the beaten path but it’s worth it, especially for the price. Very clean and green!
Daniel S.RangerMaumee Bay State Park
Pleasent park, tons of wildlife
Nice park very clean. Nice bike trails and large campsites. First time at Lake Erie don’t know if I would swim in it… but there is a large beach as well.
- AAmy M.Traveler
Crystal Rock Campground
Wonderful!
Staff/owner are so kind and accommodating. I can’t say enough about them. I had reservations at a different campground, but once I got there had to leave, I called crystal rock and the lady was so so kind, got me a site and gave me directions .Bathroom/shower house very clean. Lots of family activities. I stayed in a tent site and had ample space. Close proximity to cedar point and other attractions. I absolutely love this place and am so glad I called. Can’t wait to go back!
- MMelissa F.Scout
Chets Place
Best Place on Earth
Chet's place is my favorite place! They have rv and tent sites and also a few cabins. They often have gatherings in the pavilion. There's the river to fish in. Docks for your boat. It's a very family friendly place in the middle of nowhere yet close to everywhere!
Guide to Van Buren
Camping near Van Buren, Ohio, offers a mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds in the area, you can find the perfect spot for your next adventure.
What to do:
- Hiking and biking: Explore the trails at nearby parks. Campers have enjoyed the bike trails and hiking paths, with one reviewer mentioning, "The yellow scout trail connects with the NCT, making it great for biking and hiking."
- Fishing and swimming: Many campgrounds, like Independence Dam State Park Campground, offer access to the river for fishing. One visitor said, "We visit here often in the summer to enjoy the river, kayak, and relax."
- Playgrounds and games: Family-friendly activities are available at places like Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA, which features a playground and games like horseshoes and corn hole. A reviewer noted, "They have a small playground and other amenities for children."
What campers like:
- Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and shower facilities. One visitor at White Oak Campground said, "Very clean facilities (bathroom, wash station, pavilion)."
- Friendly staff: Many campgrounds have welcoming hosts. A camper at Twin Acres Campground mentioned, "Staff were really friendly. It was crowded on the weekends, but during the week it emptied out."
- Quiet atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peaceful settings. A review for Van Buren State Park Campground stated, "It was quiet and relaxing. The camp host was nice and friendly."
What you should know:
- Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, like Mary Jane Thurston State Park Campground, have fewer facilities. A reviewer noted, "The only real negative is the bathrooms & shower house are a mile or so away at the marina."
- First-come, first-served: Campgrounds like Ottawa Metro Park Campground operate on a first-come basis. One visitor shared, "It is first come...no reservations."
- Road noise: Some sites may have nearby road noise. A camper at Independence Dam State Park Campground mentioned, "The sound of vehicle traffic is quite frequent, especially since this road appears to be a favorite of motorcyclists."
Tips for camping with families:
- Check for activities: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly amenities. A family at Adventure Bound Pleasant View enjoyed the "pond for fishing, swimming pool, bounce pad, inflatable lake fun, dog park, and mini golf."
- Bring outdoor games: Pack games like corn hole or horseshoes for family fun. One camper at Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA mentioned, "They offer horseshoes, corn hole, giant jinga."
- Plan for quiet time: Choose campgrounds with a peaceful atmosphere for downtime. A visitor at White Oak Campground said, "It was very quiet and relaxing."
Tips from RVers:
- Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Van Buren State Park Campground noted, "Some sites don't have electric hookup."
- Look for amenities: Choose campgrounds with electric hookups and dump stations. A camper at Big Sandy Campground appreciated the "nice wooded lots available."
- Be prepared for weather: Some sites can get muddy if it rains. A visitor at Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA warned, "If it rains your site becomes wet, soft and muddy."
Camping around Van Buren, Ohio, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for family fun or a peaceful getaway.
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