Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Vermilion, OH

Riverview RV Park designates seasonal areas for pets alongside daily and weekly rental spots with a variety of settings from waterfront locations with tree coverage to more open areas. The park maintains a pet-friendly atmosphere throughout its property from May 1st to October 15th. Timber Ridge Campgrounds offers wide campsites with ample space for pets, maintaining a clean environment with staff described as extremely friendly and helpful toward pet owners. Sites at both campgrounds accommodate tents, RVs, and some pet-friendly cabins. The grandkids keep asking to go back to Schaun Acres Campgrounds where pets are welcome alongside family activities. Most campgrounds enforce standard leash policies when pets are outside RVs or designated exercise areas.

The Vermilion Valley Ohio Turnpike RV Lot provides an economical overnight option at $20 with designated pet exercise areas sufficient for dogs to stretch their legs during travel stops. A dump station with potable water is available for RVers traveling with pets. East Harbor State Park Campground and Kelleys Island State Park Campground both permit pets year-round with waterfront access points where dogs can cool off during summer camping trips. The campgrounds maintain clean comfort stations with showers that campers appreciate after outdoor activities with their dogs. American Wilderness Campground in nearby Grafton welcomes pets from April through mid-October with seasonal activities that accommodate four-legged campers alongside their owners. Cedar Point's Lighthouse Point allows pets and provides glamping options for those seeking upscale accommodations while traveling with animals.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Vermilion, Ohio (65)

    1. Findley State Park Campground

    42 Reviews
    Wellington, OH
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 647-0534

    $25 - $50 / night

    "Beware, the sites are close to these roads and quite shallow, but because each road dead ends in a cul de sac, traffic is very light, even when the campground is full, as when we visited."

    "Lots of walking trails, lots of nature. Once off my favorite local ohio parks."

    2. East Harbor State Park Campground

    57 Reviews
    Kelleys Island, OH
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 734-4424

    "A great campground in Ohio. So clean and so many things to do. Campsites are close together but they do honor quiet hours. Great trail around the lake and a fun and challenging disc golf course."

    "this is probably my favorite park in Ohio . it’s always clean people are so friendly and the lake is just beautiful !"

    3. Sandusky-Bayshore KOA

    17 Reviews
    Sandusky, OH
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 625-1495

    "We travel with 2 large Labrador retrievers and love being able to let them play off leash in the kamp k9 dog park."

    "Nice site in Northern Ohio!"

    4. Kelleys Island State Park Campground

    32 Reviews
    Kelleys Island, OH
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 746-2546

    "Beaches, trails, biking, kayaking, and exploring the glacial grooves kept our family busy over our three night tent stay."

    "We stayed on the water front site directly next to the trail for the public beach. I do not recommend this site unless you want everyone to walk through the site at any time all day long."

    5. Timber Ridge Campgrounds

    3 Reviews
    Vermilion, OH
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 965-4113

    "You’re close to your neighbor but doesn’t feel like it. Quiet but also great for families. Looks like a lot of seasonal visitors."

    6. Lighthouse Point at Cedar Point

    15 Reviews
    Sandusky, OH
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 627-2350

    $150 - $500 / night

    "a 1 year old so we weren't able to do anything at the park, but will definitely come back and try it again. also you can't bring animals into the park, so leave them with the in-laws. they do have a pet"

    "Great location! Situated adjacent to Iron Vengeance roller coaster and across the parking lot from the water park. You can see the coasters and hear the screams from your rig!"

    7. American Wilderness Campground

    16 Reviews
    Grafton, OH
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 926-3700

    $35 - $69 / night

    "We had nice woods behind us, neighbors to the right and vacancy on the left (jackpot)."

    "Drive in sites are set back & not near the lake. They have back in & drive through sites. There is a small store. It is close to Cleveland & has Good Sam discount."

    8. Riverview RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Vermilion, OH
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (209) 606-0848

    "If you need a pump out it 20$ for emergency situations."

    "Great park in a great location with great people."

    9. Vermilion Valley Ohio Turnpike RV Lot

    2 Reviews
    Amherst, OH
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 234-2081

    "Dump station as you exit. Gas and convenience items are extra helpful. Safe environment to snooze overnight."

    "Pulled in to the RV parking area around 9:45 pm, there was one other vehicle there. 3 more came and parked before midnight. Felt completely safe and not crowded by the campers on either side."

    10. Middle Ridge/Vermilion Valley Rest Area

    2 Reviews
    Amherst, OH
    6 miles
    Website

    "This is a test area on the Ohio Turnpike. Rv owners can self pay $20 to stay overnight. Quiet area away from the semis and common parking lot, but super close still to the plaza."

    "The location was in an suburban area."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Vermilion, OH

391 Reviews of 65 Vermilion Campgrounds


  • Steven V.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 20, 2025

    Rvino - Camp Hiyo

    Nice spot

    Nice park, two fenced dog parks. Bathrooms were clean.

  • April J.
    May. 14, 2024

    Sandusky Milan RV Park

    Wonderfully Updated!

    This campground has been wonderfully updated! The owners have added in an additional playground, dog park, newly paved roadways, newly redone building, a new pavilion, fire pit, and boat parking! We love camping here every chance we get! It is convenient to the turnpike and Cedar Point is just a few miles away!

  • April J.
    May. 14, 2024

    Milan Travel Park

    Wonderfully updated!

    This campground has been wonderfully updated! The owners have added in an additional playground, dog park, newly paved roadways, newly redone building, a new pavilion, fire pit, and boat parking! We love camping here every chance we get! It is convenient to the turnpike and Cedar Point is just a few miles away!

  • K
    Jul. 17, 2022

    Middle Ridge/Vermilion Valley Rest Area

    Hook up, dump station, quiet and immaculate rest stop ad well.

    This is a test area on the Ohio Turnpike. Rv owners can self pay $20 to stay overnight. Quiet area away from the semis and common parking lot, but super close still to the plaza. The plaza offers 5 restaurants and vending machines, a gift shop, and clean restrooms. Sufficient area to exercise pets.

  • Amber R.
    Jun. 8, 2022

    Sandusky-Bayshore KOA

    Nice campground

    We have stayed here twice and will definitely be back. Both times at the end of September. Nice campground, friendly staff, store is well stocked for anything you may have forgotten. The playground and jump mat for kids is awesome. They usually have some kind of activity for kids on weekends. We travel with 2 large Labrador retrievers and love being able to let them play off leash in the kamp k9 dog park. The sites are a little close together and the train is loud but other than that, it’s a wonderful place to stay. Very close to Cedar Point.

  • Kimberly L.
    May. 26, 2021

    Maple Lakes Campground

    A dream come true

    This may be Heaven on Earth! The loveliest of settings. Friendly helpful staff- super well cared for nestled in the prettiest neighborhood. A little restrictive if you have pets. Guard gate and expansive grounds - lovely fishing pond; clean showed and bathrooms- excellent spacing between spaces. Found this place by accident, now will make it a destination on purpose in the future

  • Sotirios B.
    Jul. 18, 2022

    Lighthouse Point at Cedar Point

    great for kids 46"+

    this place is awesome. it's got great rv set up. we are traveling with a 1 year old so we weren't able to do anything at the park, but will definitely come back and try it again. also you can't bring animals into the park, so leave them with the in-laws. they do have a pet stay for when your in the park but it's a little depressing.

  • Sarah H.
    Jul. 23, 2016

    Kelleys Island State Park Campground

    A Fun Family Getaway

    A busy family oriented campground with lots to do. Beaches, trails, biking, kayaking, and exploring the glacial grooves kept our family busy over our three night tent stay. While the campground does allow pets, they are restricted to specific sites and can use only one of the swimming beaches. Bathrooms were clean considering heavy traffic and showers were warm. The island itself provides loads of entertainment at a minimal price making the 20 minute ferry trip (about $100 round trip for our family and car) worth it. Kelly's Island State Park is a great place to stay if you are looking for an active getaway!


Guide to Vermilion

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Vermilion, OH is Findley State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 42 reviews.

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