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Best Campgrounds near Reynoldsburg, OH

751 Reviews

State parks and private campgrounds surround Reynoldsburg, Ohio, providing a variety of camping experiences within an hour's drive. Alum Creek State Park, located north of the city, offers spacious wooded sites with electric hookups, full-hookup options, and tent camping areas. Jackson Lake Park in nearby Canal Winchester features nearly 200 campsites with amenities for both RV and tent campers. The region includes several water-oriented camping destinations, with Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA providing lakeside accommodations from April through October. A.W. Marion State Park Campground offers a smaller, more intimate camping experience with both electric and non-electric sites around Hargus Lake.

Reservations are essential during peak season, particularly for weekend stays from May through October. Many campers note that Ohio state parks fill quickly during autumn when fall foliage attracts visitors. "October weekends in Ohio State Park campgrounds are super popular," reports one reviewer who secured a walk-up site at A.W. Marion by arriving on Thursday. Cell service varies significantly between campgrounds, with stronger signals at locations closer to Columbus. Weather conditions can impact site quality, especially during rainy periods when drainage becomes important. Most campgrounds in the area operate seasonally, with limited or no water service during winter months. Scioto Grove Metro Park offers free camping but restricts stays to weekends only and closes during winter.

Lakeside camping receives particular attention from visitors to the area. Alum Creek State Park features "a large reservoir with excellent fishing, plenty of undeveloped shoreline to explore from kayaks, canoes or paddle boards and a very large beach," according to one camper. Delaware State Park, described as "a gem in the Ohio state park system," offers less crowded alternatives with similar amenities. Families appreciate the playgrounds and recreational facilities at several parks, though some note proximity issues between sites. Road noise affects certain campgrounds, particularly those near highways. The camping experience varies significantly between state parks and private resorts, with state parks generally offering more spacious sites and natural settings, while private campgrounds provide more amenities but often with less privacy between sites.

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Best Camping Sites Near Reynoldsburg, Ohio (103)

    1. Alum Creek State Park Campground

    80 Reviews
    Lewis Center, OH
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 548-4039

    "Happened to be next to the park host. No choice of where to locate my large tent.  Showers/bathrooms were OK--older facilities.  "

    "First off we have to say that Ohio State Park campgrounds are some of the best we’ve ever stayed in."

    2. A.W. Marion State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Circleville, OH
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 869-3124

    $21 - $25 / night

    "They had a scavenger hunt which made us really experience the nature around us, going through the woods off trail, going to the lakeside, walking around looking for different things on a list."

    "October weekends in Ohio State Park campgrounds are super popular so we weren’t able to make a reservation here. "

    3. Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA

    12 Reviews
    Heath, OH
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 928-0706

    "Then outside is the picnic table.  Due to health code rules you have to cook and do food outside of the cabin.  "

    "Not as close to the lake as we first thought but close enough. Will probably be back."

    4. Jackson Lake Park

    7 Reviews
    Lithopolis, OH
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (614) 837-2656

    $40 - $139 / night

    "As a moto camper, we really lucked out with a flat plot and didn’t have anyone in the spots next to us. My #1 complaint was the bathroom situation."

    "Easy access to sites. Staff could take a lesson in hospitality and giving directions on park."

    5. Tree Haven Campground

    7 Reviews
    New Albany, OH
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 965-3469

    "They have a nice walking trail, potlucks, holiday events, live entertainment and are putting in a new, bigger pool! They also redid the driveway."

    "Great walking trail back through the woods. Pet friendly and the bathrooms were very nice. Well....I guess we did! We are now in a search for a Diesel pusher to go full-time!"

    6. Scioto-Grove Metro Park

    8 Reviews
    Grove City, OH
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (614) 949-1078

    "No driving your vehicle any further than the bottom of the hill. Great location, very beautiful. Spacious in between 5 campgrounds and right next to the Scioto River."

    "Got lucky and found an opening for site 5 which was right on river and away from the busier parts of park - didn’t see a single person. Nice tent pads, campfire ring, and provided wood."

    7. Korbel Campgrounds at Ohio Expo Center

    5 Reviews
    Columbus, OH
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 646-3976

    $60 / night

    8. Hocking Hills State Park Campground

    109 Reviews
    South Bloomingville, OH
    39 miles
    Website

    $29 - $46 / night

    "There are lots of caves, trails, camping options and activities in the area. Be careful, however, every year someone is injured or dies going off trail, often falling from a cliff."

    "If you stay away from the main roads, you might feel like you're in a smaller campground."

    9. Cross Creek Camping Resort

    13 Reviews
    Lewis Center, OH
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 549-2267

    $35 - $95 / night

    "We stayed two nights here on our tour of Ohio. After staying in state parks, the narrow sites are close with no privacy."

    "Cross Creek Camping Resort in Delaware, Ohio is a very nice campground with friendly staff and lots of amenities!"

    10. Lazy River at Granville

    8 Reviews
    Granville, OH
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (740) 366-4385

    "I probably wouldn't select site 20 again, as it is close to the pool and the basketball court, alot of youth noise, but understand."

    "There was a huge thunderstorm one of the nights, where we initially retreated to our vans; but then decided to drive up to the store and got ice cream which made the kids super excited about the rain ("

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  • J
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Delaware State Park Campground

    Great peaceful campground

    This is our second time coming here really enjoy this place it's typically more of a quiet relaxed camp there is a playground in each of the 4 sections for kids to play with a remodel shower house at each one. Att works good here verizion not so much but at night when people are sleeping verizion gets a little better.

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2025

    Alum Creek State Park Campground

    Nice park but some traffic noise

    Spent three nights here while we were visiting friends in Lewis Center. We stayed in F09 and it was a great spot. Lots of protection on both sides so it was very secluded. And close to the shower house. Only reason I didn’t give this five stars was there was still quite a bit of traffic noise around the park that you could hear. Some nice hiking trails as well. Campsite was nice and level. Showers were super clean and awesome water pressure.

  • Shannon G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Mt Gilead State Park Campground

    Small, quiet campground

    We like this small campground, it works well for us. Our pad was pretty level and not hard to back into with a small camper. however, a lot of the pads are at 90° angles instead of 45° so it can be harder for a larger camper back in. The full hook up side the sites are really tight together. The electric only sits are spread out a little more. Some have decent shade while others have none at all. Our site was really nice and had space for a tent or you could hang from a hammock. Great camp store, playgrounds, frisbee golf, hiking paths and small lake.

  • Lisa M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Buck Creek State Park Campground

    Quiet park with level spaces

    This park was pretty packed over Labor Day weekend, but it still felt like it wasn’t super crowded. Our space was nice and level. Nice hiking trails in the area. Showers were very nice and clean. Several water spickets throughout the park if you needed to access them. It was a bit of a drive back into the campground, probably 3 1/2 miles.

  • Joe B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Campbell Cove Camping

    Nice campground

    We stayed at site 63 , on the water. Big site, water view and plenty of space. The road across the lake has an uphill section and people like to race up it. Trucks, motorcycles and cars. Really loud. I know the campground doesn’t control the road, so it’s just a note about the noise. The site is amazing, and I would come back.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Cross Creek Camping Resort

    A Very Pleasant and Quiet Campground

    This campground is clean and we'll maintained. They have a pool, and activities on the weekends. Must sure have a tree and grass with fire pits and a table.

  • Reb S.
    Aug. 11, 2025

    A.W. Marion State Park Campground

    Horrible

    Really disgusted with out last stay here. We ended up next to some tent campers who were homeless which isn't the issue because things in life happen it was the way they acted that just grossed me out. I spent the first few days listening to them arguing and fighting amongst each other about their welfare checks being spent on their cigarettes beer and weed. They had 2 kids one that was autistic that they called a retard the other one they called stupid and it was just heartbreaking. I ended up having to go inside my camper and turning my ac on to escape their screaming and yelling and fighting that went into the midnight hour. My dog has a heart murmur and it made him anxious. I felt like I was camping in the bottoms of Columbus Ohio. The camp host said they are there all the time which is disturbing that they condone this behavior and makes me question the integrity of this location. Luckily after contacting ODNR we were able to move to a location far from them and given a gift card for our troubles. This was after they moved their camp stuff practically across the front bumper of my 100,000 RV. My husband and I pay way to much for our RV and for our stays to put up with this trash. We'd be hard pressed to come back here and be exposed to this kind of drama again.

  • Jenny C.
    Jul. 25, 2025

    Alum Creek State Park Campground

    Family Fun For Everyone!

    We had an absolute blast at the campsite! We stayed in L and the kids loved being close to the water. The campground beach is an absolute must and we even got close to wildlife (aka some pesky raccoons). We love that electric is included and was helpful for plugging in fans during the hot night.

Guide to Reynoldsburg

Camping near Reynoldsburg, Ohio, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful retreat, there are several campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: There are great trails nearby, especially at Hocking Hills State Park Campground. One camper mentioned, "Beautiful area with great hikes and views close by," making it a perfect spot for nature lovers.
  • Fishing and Boating: At Alum Creek State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and boating. A visitor shared, "Excellent location for hiking and water sports," highlighting the park's versatility.
  • Disc Golf and Mini Golf: Delaware State Park Campground has a new putt-putt course and disc golf, making it a fun spot for families. One reviewer noted, "They put in a putt-putt course recently, had disc golf," which adds to the park's charm.

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Mohican State Park Campground said, "Restrooms and showers clean and sanitary," which is a big plus for many.
  • Spacious Campsites: Many campgrounds offer ample space between sites. A reviewer at Buck Creek State Park Campground mentioned, "The spaces were far enough apart for some privacy," making it a comfortable experience.
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often highlight the helpfulness of the staff. One camper at Lake Hope State Park Campground remarked, "Friendly and helpful staff too," which can make a big difference during your stay.

What you should know:

  • Crowded Weekends: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially on weekends. A visitor at Alum Creek State Park Campground noted, "It was busy and loud like you'd expect," so plan accordingly if you prefer quieter times.
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have extensive amenities. A camper at A.W. Marion State Park Campground mentioned, "There is no beach, and what is probably a snack bar or boat rental place was all boarded up," so check ahead for what’s available.
  • Raccoon Encounters: Some parks have raccoon issues. A visitor at John Bryan State Park Campground warned, "The sheer number and boldness of raccoons...freaked the kids out," so be cautious with food storage.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Parks: Look for campgrounds with amenities for kids. Delaware State Park Campground has playgrounds, making it a great choice for families. A camper said, "Each section has its own playground for the kids."
  • Plan Activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. A visitor at Hocking Hills State Park Campground suggested, "Plan to take a hike if you can and go early to beat the crowds."
  • Pack for Comfort: Bring items that make camping easier for kids, like comfortable chairs and games. A camper at Lake Hope State Park Campground mentioned, "Great area...lots of trails nearby to hike," which can keep the kids entertained.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Alum Creek State Park Campground noted, "Sites are good sized compared to a lot of state parks."
  • Be Aware of Noise: Some campgrounds can be noisy. A visitor at Buck Creek State Park Campground shared, "It was busy & loud...we left early," so consider this when booking.
  • Use GPS Wisely: Some campgrounds are tricky to find. A camper at Mohican State Park Campground advised, "Make sure your GPS is set for the campground and not the park," to avoid confusion.

Camping around Reynoldsburg, Ohio, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Reynoldsburg, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, Reynoldsburg, OH offers a wide range of camping options, with 103 campgrounds and RV parks near Reynoldsburg, OH and 6 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Reynoldsburg, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Reynoldsburg, OH is Alum Creek State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 80 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Reynoldsburg, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Reynoldsburg, OH.

What parks are near Reynoldsburg, OH?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 parks near Reynoldsburg, OH that allow camping, notably Alum Creek Lake and Delaware Lake.

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