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Camping options around Vickery, Ohio primarily consist of established campgrounds with various accommodation types. East Harbor State Park Campground and Crystal Rock Campground provide facilities for tent, RV, and cabin camping within a 30-minute drive of Vickery. Several sites offer access to Lake Erie, with locations such as Kelleys Island State Park and South Bass Island State Park providing camping on the islands accessible by ferry from the mainland.
Several campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, with most sites open from April or May through October. "Bathrooms and showers were clean which is always a plus. Wifi reception was also good. Definitely a place to stay if you're fishing Lake Erie or visiting Cedar Point," noted one visitor about Crystal Rock Campground. Winter camping options are limited, with East Harbor State Park among the few locations open year-round. Most campgrounds require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holidays. Facilities typically include electric hookups, water access, and restrooms with showers, though amenities vary by location. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the region.
Waterfront camping receives consistently positive reviews, with campers appreciating proximity to Lake Erie attractions. Many campgrounds provide easy access to Cedar Point Amusement Park, Put-in-Bay, and local fishing areas. Family-friendly amenities are common at the established campgrounds, with several offering playgrounds, game rooms, and mini-golf. A camper mentioned, "Nice and clean pond and beach very clean. I used my camper shower and restroom so never used theirs." While most sites accommodate both tent and RV camping, the region has fewer options for primitive camping on undeveloped land. Mixed-use campgrounds predominate, with facilities for various camping styles from basic tent sites to full RV hookups and rental cabins. Most camping areas maintain moderate to high levels of development with centralized facilities.
Best Campgrounds near Vickery (107)
1. East Harbor State Park Campground
"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 !"
from $31 - $90 / night
Check Availability2. Crystal Rock Campground - Sandusky, OH
"We did stay in a Travel Trailer next to seasonal campers and they were very kind and helpful. The lot size was ok...not spacious but not as small as I've experienced."
"Everyone in the office is so polite and courteous, the grounds, office, bathrooms, and showers are spotless, tons of amenities and close to the highway but far enough away for a little hideaway of awesomeness"
from $32 - $1 / night
Check Availability3. Kelleys Island State Park Campground
"Nice site on an island in Northern Ohio."
"The campsites are located close to one another, and there is little tree cover between the sites which could potentially make for a less enjoyable experience at busier times of the year."
from $31 - $120 / night
Check Availability4. Sandusky-Bayshore KOA
"Nice site in Northern Ohio!"
"This isn't a place to get away from it all. It's behind a car dealership and next to a fairly busy railroad. But they do offer amenities to make your stay easier."
5. South Bass Island State Park Campground
"Great location with many shoreline sites facing west with some of the best sunsets to be seen. Easy access for canoeists and kayakers, gentle shoreline, office is just a short walk away."
"These lakeside campsites are stunning and even the one tucked further into the park have a lot of options too."
from $35 - $660 / night
Check Availability6. Lighthouse Point at Cedar Point
"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!"
"Not really camping but staying in your camper next to an amazing amusement park."
from $150 - $500 / night
Check Availability7. Camp Sandusky
"Positives: Clean
- Very close to Cedar Point Park
- Friendly staff
- All you can eat pancake breakfast ($5)
- Water and electrical access
- Easy highway access
- Roads well kept
Negatives:
- One of"
"We rented two sites next to each other and when we pulled up the one we were assigned was being used by someone else."
from $23 - $105 / night
Check Availability8. Tall Timbers Campground
from $55 / night
Check Availability9. Cedarlane RV Resort
"Due to covid our family decided to go to Lake Erie instead of the ocean this year. this was our first trip up. While looking for places to stay we came across cedarlane and were so glad we did."
"This place is big and plenty of different things to do perfect location"
10. Cold Creek Trout Camp
from $17 - $30 / night
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Drive Time
- 20 min from Sandusky, OH
- 38 min from Toledo, OH
- 52 min from Monroe, MI
- 1 hr 4 min from Mansfield, OH
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Recent Reviews near Vickery, OH
540 Reviews of 107 Vickery Campgrounds
- CCindy S.
ScoutAdventure Bound Pleasant View
Decent/not as advertised
Our stay was in an RV Sept 2026. I had specifically requested and paid extra for a spot on the fishing pond to fish. Not only was there a lot of long-term campers at this resort, but the fishing pond was covered in duck weed over 3/4 of the water where my site was at, and on the day we left it was 100% covered with duck week. The duck week invasion was not mentioned to me when I called and made the reservation to be on the water. In fairness, I will say I caught some fish at the clear end of the pond before it was 100% covered. Â
The park itself was clean, quiet and decent. The staff were very nice. The Aqua fun zones water is not clear blue as advertised, it is murky, the 9 hole mini golf is outdated and should be called mini-mini golf as it is very small.  The swimming pool and playground were as advertised. I cannot answer to the other amenities as I did not see or utilize them. Â
In conclusion, this campground could benefit greatly from some updating especially of the amenities as they are not what the pictures portray.
- AAntoinette S.Scout
East Harbor State Park Campground
Beautiful quiet park
Although it was a full house it was pretty peaceful and quiet at night. The beaches and picnic areas down by the water are great! Saturdays are busy.
- Nan N.
GuideEast Harbor State Park Campground
Clean, adequate state park
We came when there had been a lot of rain, the original site we had reserved had a lot of standing water and mud and a big drop off the paved area, so we asked if we could switch. For a $6 change fee we were able to move. They do have some full hookup sites, but those are hard to come by. It is a huge campgeound and the sites are all very close to one another. The bathrooms were clean, I didn't use the showers, but they looked clean. They had a small, simple laundry facility that worked as needed. The hiking in the park wasn't too exciting. There is a disk golf course wr checked out, but it was pretty rainy off and on during our stay so we didn't play. Biking within the Park was good, with some well laid out paths. Overall nothing too exciting, but very adequate for what we needed to explore a little of what Lake Erie has to offer.
Hope V.ScoutCamp Sandusky
Bed bug infested! Poorly managed. This place has gone down hill!
We had to leave in the middle of the night due to a bed bug infestation. We let staff know we were putting our belongings out side and would come back in the morning. When we came back in the morning the owner would not issue a refund and instead insulted us. The whole situation was so unbelievably weird. I wish I would've read through all the reviews before booking. This seems to be an ongoing issue with them and the owner couldnt be less bothered. People like him are the reason Ohio bed bug issue will remain a problem! What we thought was going to be relaxed getaway turned out to be a very expensive nightmare. The craziest part of it all is this happend Friday evening/ Saturday morning and as of Monday he is already trying to rent that same cabin out to another family on camping sites. Don't go to Camp Sandusky. Its not worth it. I hope this helps someone!
Michael M.GuideSterling State Park Campground
Nice stop
Sterling State Park, Quick Two-Night Stay
We stopped at Sterling State Park for two nights and had a really nice stay. We were on an electric-only site, but the view and the short walk to the beach were awesome.
If you can score one of the sites along the edge of the campground that overlooks the beach, or one that backs up to the woods, I’d definitely recommend it. Those sites have a much better setting. Most of the other sites are more out in the open, with very little shade and not much of a view.
The central part of the campground feels busy and crowded, but surprisingly, most of the sites are actually spaced out pretty well. We didn’t use the bathhouse, so we can’t comment on its cleanliness or condition.
The campground itself was neatly mowed, and the staff seemed to do a good job keeping up with the grounds and general maintenance. We didn’t notice much trash or anything else that would be a negative.
The beach right in front of the campground was probably our favorite part. It was clean, spacious, and never seemed particularly busy while we were there.
Overall, Sterling State Park was a great stop for a couple of nights. If you can get one of the better-located sites, especially along the beach or woods, it makes the stay even better.
Brittnee C.ScoutGotta Getaway RV Park
NOT A FAMILY CAMPGROUND
Not a safe environment for children. The little man at the desk is ok with it too, he claims he kicked us all out but my video I took when confronting him on the situation differs. He also keeps deleting reviews and replying back with blatant lies. If you read through the negative reviews you can see he can’t admit when he’s wrong, it’s always everyone else who’s wrong. I don’t want money back from this joke of a campground and I don’t care what the owner has to say. What I want is to save everyone else from wasting a perfectly good camping trip on a trashy place. It was so bad we DECIDED on our own to leave and camp elsewhere. Aside from the sketchy seasonal campers, the amenities also are trash. The pond is all muck, sites are water and electric only with dirt pads. I have never seen such a hillbilly set up. The pool is ok. Dump station was probably my favorite amenity, dumping our tanks to leave that place! But even that is set up at the entrance so when dumping you can block the incoming campers. I will never be back to this place, let me verify with the video I took, WE WERE NOT KICKED OUT. We left on our own because our CHILDREN DID NOT FEEL SAFE!
- Brittnee C.Scout
Gotta Getaway RV Park
NOT A FAMILY CAMPGROUND
Not a safe environment for children. The little man at the desk is ok with it too, he claims he kicked us all out but my video I took when confronting him on the situation differs. He also keeps deleting reviews and replying back with blatant lies. If you read through the negative reviews you can see he can’t admit when he’s wrong, it’s always everyone else who’s wrong. I don’t want money back from this joke of a campground and I don’t care what the owner has to say. What I want is to save everyone else from wasting a perfectly good camping trip on a trashy place. It was so bad we DECIDED on our own to leave and camp elsewhere. Aside from the sketchy seasonal campers, the amenities also are trash. The pond is all muck, sites are water and electric only with dirt pads. I have never seen such a hillbilly set up. The pool is ok. Dump station was probably my favorite amenity, dumping our tanks to leave that place! But even that is set up at the entrance so when dumping you can block the incoming campers. I will never be back to this place, let me verify with the video I took, WE WERE NOT KICKED OUT. We left on our own because our CHILDREN DID NOT FEEL SAFE!
- TTim G.Scout
South Bass Island State Park Campground
Well run state park
Some sites have full hookup. Some have just electric. Some are for tents only. Several bath houses that are dated but surprisingly clean. There are not trash receptacles everywhere but rather one area with several dumpsters. Sites are blacktop paved with various degrees of levelness. The whole campground is shaded so can get muddy after rain and smokey from campfires. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. Park staff are helpful and camp hosts do a great job. All in all a good for a state park.
Guide to Vickery
Camping sites near Vickery, Ohio provide access to Lake Erie's southern shore within a 30-minute drive. The area sits at approximately 600 feet above sea level with a humid continental climate featuring warm summers and cold winters. Several campgrounds remain open from May through October, though East Harbor State Park accommodates campers year-round.
What to do
Island exploration: Take a ferry to Kelleys Island State Park for unique geological features. "Been going here my entire life. Amazing small town feel with cute shops, family activities, world's largest glacier groves, shallow beach and fun history," shares a Kelleys Island State Park Campground visitor.
Water recreation: Fish in Cold Creek or Lake Erie near campgrounds. "The campground has a little bay which works out great for having a small boat, jet-ski, and also a small swimming area," notes a camper about South Bass Island State Park Campground.
Amusement parks: Cedar Point is accessible from several campgrounds in the area. "Not really camping but staying in your camper next to an amazing amusement park. Pricey for sure but the bathrooms are clean, pool and splash pad are nice, restaurants that deliver, a short walk to the beach and both water park and amusement park," describes a visitor at Lighthouse Point.
What campers like
Waterfront sites: Lakeside camping spots offer direct water access. "Most sites have some trees. Large playground for kids if you have them. Pedestals worked fine. Plenty of garbage dumpsters. Have waste water stations and a potable water station. Plenty of park area and sites were spaced average apart," notes a Kelleys Island State Park Campground visitor.
Swimming options: Multiple campgrounds offer swimming areas and pools. "They have a nice little swimming area with floatables for kids and sandy beach," mentions a Tall Timbers Campground camper.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and showers are frequently mentioned. "Bathrooms are ok, mostly clean nothing special. Not a lot of arm room. Showers were kind of impressing as far as size and constant hot water. Pressure was good also," reports a camper at South Bass Island State Park.
What you should know
Campsite spacing: Many campgrounds have close quarters, especially during peak season. "Our site literally butted right next to three other sites and it just felt very cramped. We were also the furthest from the bathroom you could be, which was quite a hike to do dishes," notes a visitor at Crystal Rock Campground.
Ferry logistics: Island campgrounds require additional planning. "You have to take a ferry to the camp ground. Kelleys Island Ferry in Marblehead. It is a few miles to camp ground so if you are renting and don't bring a vehicle you will want to rent a golf cart," advises a South Bass Island camper.
Site selection matters: Campgrounds offer varying experiences based on location within the property. "The key is site selection at East Harbor. We happened to be in section C which was a newer section of the park. Section C was nice, though in hot sunny days there is very little shade to protect you. The other sections of the park have tall shade trees that work out great," explains a visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Entertainment options: Look for campgrounds with dedicated kid areas. "This campground has a little bit of everything. RV parking, tent sites and several cabins to rent. Rates are decent. Has lots of stuff for kids to do. Pools are small and can be a little crowded during the summer on weekends. They have a great splash pad and wading pool for kids," shares a Cedarlane RV Resort visitor.
Budget alternatives: Consider less expensive options near attractions. "This was the best decision we made when visiting Cedar Point's Hallo-Weekends in September 2017. It was cheap, convenient, easy to find, book, and use. It had restrooms and clean showers! Definitely cheaper and more fun than a hotel," notes a camper at Cold Creek Trout Camp.
Activities scheduling: Plan for weather variability. "Due to covid our family decided to go to Lake Erie instead of the ocean this year. My daughter had fun doing the gem mining and playing in the pool and splash pad. They have a small convenience store on site that's reasonably priced. They have an adults only pool as well for those looking for a break from all the kids," reports a Cedarlane RV Resort visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site surfaces: Look for level, well-maintained camping pads. "Concrete pads. Level! Full hookups were simple to use. The pool area was super clean. One of the thinks I liked best was there was a garbage can on every site! If you can, get a super patio site," advises a Lighthouse Point at Cedar Point camper.
Electric options: Check for correct power connections. "Perfect for our visit to Cedar Point. We got there late at 9:00 pm and didn't have to check out until 8:00 pm the next day so our RV stayed plugged in all day. The campground stay also included early entry passes into the park at 8:45 AM before the opening for regular entry at 10:00 am," shares a Lighthouse Point visitor.
RV site proximity: Be prepared for varying levels of privacy between sites. "Sites are not huge and a little close together but very nice and well maintained. We visited east harbor state park while there and the beach was weird, there's a rock wall bordering the lake so you have to either climb down the low wall or walk to the designated opening in the wall," notes a camper at Cedarlane RV Resort.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Vickery, OH?
Which is the most popular campground near Vickery, OH?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Vickery, OH is East Harbor State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 63 reviews.
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