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Best Campgrounds near Wickliffe, OH

520 Reviews

Camping locations surround Wickliffe, Ohio with a mix of developed state parks and more rustic reservation campgrounds within a 30-mile radius. Punderson State Park Campground offers year-round camping with both tent and RV sites, while smaller options like Penitentiary Glen Reservation Campsite provide more secluded experiences for tent campers. Most campgrounds in the region feature fire rings and picnic tables, with varying levels of amenities from primitive sites to those with full hookups. Several locations include access to water recreation at lakes like Punderson Lake or the nearby Lake Erie shoreline.

Reservations are required at most campgrounds in the area, particularly during the peak summer season from May through October. Many sites offer both electric and non-electric options, though full hookups with water and sewer connections are limited to certain campgrounds like Punderson State Park and Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA. Weather conditions impact camping experiences throughout the year, with northeastern Ohio experiencing cold winters and moderate summers. Road access varies by location, with some sites requiring short hikes from parking areas. "We stayed at one of the primitive sites up the hill, which was perfect for tenting and had excellent drainage even after getting poured on all night," noted one camper at Punderson State Park.

The quality of tent sites receives mixed reviews throughout the region. Many campgrounds feature wooded settings with ample shade and privacy between sites. Penitentiary Glen Reservation offers particularly secluded experiences, with one camper noting, "It's like you have the forest to yourselves out here." Walk-in sites at locations like The West Woods require some effort but reward campers with increased privacy. Campgrounds closer to Lake Erie tend to be more popular during summer months. Families frequently mention appreciating amenities like playgrounds, hiking trails, and kayak rentals at the larger state parks. Noise levels vary significantly by location, with some campgrounds experiencing road noise while others provide quiet, natural settings perfect for hearing wildlife.

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Best Camping Sites Near Wickliffe, Ohio (95)

    1. Punderson State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Newbury, OH
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 564-2279

    $38 / night

    "I had the furthest lakeside tent from the office. was a beautiful site but the water treatment facility had a loud hum all night, even though they said it was quiet."

    "I parked and had to walk about 30 feet to the site which was no big deal and the path was clear. The bathroom was not far away."

    2. Penitentiary Glen Reservation Campsite

    2 Reviews
    Kirtland, OH
    6 miles
    Website

    $25 / night

    "Plenty of fire wood provided and a short distance away from the gorge to walk. The second night had lots of coyotes around, which is cool but can be dangerous if not careful of course."

    "Would have given this site 5 stars but the walk to the site was a bit more of a haul than expected. It was just myself, kids, and pup."

    3. Perry Township Park

    12 Reviews
    Perry, OH
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 259-5957

    $25 - $45 / night

    "The campground is adjacent to the small community park and baseball fields. Very well maintained and quiet. As an added bonus it is right next to Lake Erie."

    "Perry Township Park campground is exactly what campground should be: great accommodations, beautiful views, tremendous service, and easy accessibility to a lot of fun stuff :-)

    Most of the tent sites"

    4. The West Woods

    4 Reviews
    Novelty, OH
    13 miles
    Website

    "While this is a spot in a smaller park with a lot of day use, the site is a walk off of the trail, and situated slightly lower than trail level for privacy. Amazing sounds, smells, and relaxation."

    "Great small park with a hiking trail that takes about an hour or hour and a half, it has a waterfall, small tiny cave, bridges and stairs. Really well maintained paths, tiny gravel for less mud."

    5. Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA

    25 Reviews
    Streetsboro, OH
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 650-2552

    "It's also close to Akron & Cleveland.

     I was pleasantly surprised at how scenic it is. I expected an urban KOA. This one is in a rural area outside Streetsboro."

    "Clean facilities, 3 lakes (one with a fishing pier), 2 dog parks, and super friendly staff. 30 min to Cleveland. Walmart, gas stations and restaurants within 5 miles."

    6. Cuyahoga Valley National Park - CAMPING NO LONGER OFFERED

    26 Reviews
    Peninsula, OH
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 717-3890

    $80 - $110 / night

    "The Stanford House campground is the only one that's relatively easy to find online, but there are many other options."

    "Tucked in between Akron and Cleveland, this quiet NP has numerous hiking trails, historic buildings and the remains of the Ohio and Erie Canal. Well worth the side trip or destination."

    7. Geneva State Park Campground

    39 Reviews
    Madison, OH
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 466-8400

    $25 - $41 / night

    "Geneva State Park Campground:  This was our first trip here and given the COVID situation it was still very pleasant. "

    "Easy to get to, not crowded, the sites were paved and spaced decently and, it had bike paths! Another bonus is that it borders Lake Erie."

    8. Silver Springs Campground

    31 Reviews
    Stow, OH
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (330) 689-5100

    $15 - $22 / night

    "Water close by and port a pottie style bathrooms close to the camp sites. There are flush toilets a walk away but we didn’t use them. Sites are big and grassy but not super level."

    "Silver Springs Campground is a small 27 site campground in Stow, Ohio, a convenient 17 minutes from Cuyahoga Valley National Park and a bargain at $18/night for a site with electrical hookups. "

    9. West Branch State Park Campground

    67 Reviews
    Ravenna, OH
    37 miles
    Website

    "Ranger Review: Morsel Spork at West Branch State Park

    **Campground Review: **

    This state park was very welcome after our first two unlucky Ohio state park experiences."

    "Here's what's great about this campground situated at an easy drive from major cities like Columbus and Cleveland...its scenic, a fully loaded campground with bathhouses, parks, hiking paths, swimming"

    10. Big Creek Park

    1 Review
    Chardon, OH
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (440) 286-9516

    "Most of the trails are small, well-marked, accessible, and easily walkable for families."

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  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Geneva State Park Campground

    Beautiful and close to a beach

    You can camp right on the lake in some spots. Tons of trails to hike and a beautiful beach.

  • Jeff and Linda L.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Perry Township Park

    Beautiful

    There are many sites taken by permanent campers for the summer. There are pickleball courts in park. Right on Lake Erie, nice hot showers.

  • Maddy T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2025

    Village Green Campground

    Long-term RV

    This site is great if you’re moving in with your RV. I’m tent camping, and while there were tent sites (about 5), it wasn’t the atmosphere I generally go for.

    Positives- there are bathrooms, showers, and laundry. Right on Lake Erie. Fine for overnight.

    Cons- this is a live-in RV site in the outskirts of Ohio.

  • K
    Aug. 27, 2025

    American Wilderness Campground

    American Wilderness

    We had a good experience the place was clean and nice the amenities were great the staff was helpful and the laundry room was clean as well as bathrooms and showers.

  • Travis O.
    Aug. 27, 2025

    American Wilderness Campground

    Property is so relaxing and nice

    We had a nice time the place was clean and the people were nice as in other campers we had a good time we went to the pavilion to a get together.

  • Jennifer H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA

    Quiet, peaceful, close to all the things

    We stopped here for a couple nights to go to a Cleveland Guardians game and go to Cuyahoga National Park. It was within great proximity to both and had all the amenities the kids and I love. Swimming (wish it were open a little later…) laundry 24/7, a game room, store with just what we needed to pick up a few things, a pond that seemed to always have someone fishing at it (that’s a good thing) and a big wide sites to spread out and have a nice campfire in. (Wood available 24/7 and trash pick up at the site in the AM). It’s always nerve wracking when the fire pits are close to the rigs - loved that these sits were wide. And while there are likely people here it feels nice and spread out.

  • Jerry L.
    Aug. 15, 2025

    Woodside Lake Park

    Old Park With Iron Laden Well Water Beware

       I stayed at this park for 2 months in 2023 and was planing on staying for 5 months in 2025. I left after 2 months due to iron& sulfur laden well water that is provided in at least half the park. I spent hundreds of dollars trying to filter and clean up the water to no avail. It damages everything and they won't put a treatment system in at the well pump like the 2nd well has so you can filter it to an acceptable level for drinking, cooking, washing etc.

       In 2023 I was in a section that was treated and my filters/softener did a acceptable job to make it work. I Used the laundry facilities also. This trip to see family in 2025 I was in a different section and by the second day it was unacceptable disgusting turbid rusty water with sulfur odor. I bought additional filters for Ferrous Iron Water treatment and remediation along with iron out chemical for cleaning fixtures and plumbing system on the camper. It barely worked well enough for a couple weeks between filter changes and rinsing the system for shower use. I Had to buy drinking water in town every few days for cooking, drinking and brushing teeth etc.

       New owners bought the park in 2023 and have increased monthly rent from$750 a month to$950 a month but don't seem to care enough about the health and comfort of their guest to do anything with the well water for a majority of the park. Let alone any of the other infrastructure or"amenities" to be generous in there reference This year even the laundry machines where too disgusting to use that we had to go into town for laundry also.

       The park needs major renovations to just bring it up to modern standards. The bath house is in decrepit condition moldy smelly and barely cleaned anytime I was over there. Site pads are rip rap 1" to 4" size rock with no fine rock coverings, or in some areas smoother rock and dirt but nowhere close to flat or level. Water drainage when its raining is deplorable and you very well might be in a mud pit at your doorway.

       It's sad there are no decent RV parks in the Cleveland area, just old campgrounds that have added hook-ups and market themselves as RV parks and now charge like they are RV Resorts. Reserve a space at your own risk and definitely verify where and what water source you are on. Bring plenty of filters and plan on sanitizing your system after staying there.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 10, 2025

    Silver Springs Campground

    Affordable

    The lots are nice and large. The main problem was very hard to level and soft grass they don’t have a well compacted area for your tt/rv. Would be nice to have bathroom built on the campground. Have to walk to the baseball field to use the bathrooms. Overall had a good time with my family.

Guide to Wickliffe

Camping near Wickliffe, Ohio, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From serene lakeside spots to family-friendly campgrounds, there’s something for everyone.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Nature Trails: Explore the beautiful trails around the area. Campers have enjoyed the nearby Cuyahoga Valley National Park, noting, “The hiking was fine but the best was riding along the historic canal path one way, and being able to take the vintage train back.”
  • Fishing and Boating: Many campgrounds, like Pymatuning State Park Campground, provide access to lakes for fishing and boating. One visitor mentioned, “Beautiful lake on the Ohio/PA border. Clean bathrooms/showers. Don’t forget to feed the carp!”
  • Playgrounds and Family Activities: Campgrounds such as West Branch State Park Campground have playgrounds and activities for kids. A reviewer said, “The playground is extremely age-friendly for every kid there.”

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and shower facilities. A visitor at Findley State Park Campground noted, “The showerhouses were very nice and well-maintained.”
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many campers enjoy the peaceful environment. One reviewer at Geneva State Park Campground said, “The campground was quiet as much as can be expected.”
  • Spacious Campsites: Campers often mention the generous spacing between sites. A visitor at Mosquito Lake State Park Campground remarked, “The camp sites were fairly spacious and level.”

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Silver Springs Campground, have basic facilities without showers. A camper shared, “There are portable bathrooms located throughout the campground.”
  • Wildlife Encounters: Be prepared for wildlife. A visitor at Punderson State Park Campground mentioned, “We were approached by a raccoon and I’m sure there is other curious wildlife in the area.”
  • Train Noise: Some campgrounds are near train tracks, which can be noisy. A camper at Findley State Park Campground noted, “We were woken up several times by a nearby train.”

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities. Campers at West Branch State Park Campground loved the small campers beach and playground.
  • Plan for Quiet Hours: Respect quiet hours to ensure everyone has a good time. A reviewer at Mill Creek Camping expressed frustration with noise, saying, “No one respects quiet hours.”
  • Pack for All Weather: Be prepared for rain. A camper at Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA had a tough time with a leaky tent during rain.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A visitor at Punderson State Park Campground advised, “Make sure you check pictures of the sites to see if they will accommodate your rig.”
  • Bring Extra Power Cords: Some sites have outlets at a distance. A camper at Silver Springs Campground mentioned, “The outlets are at the top of a gentle slope, so if your power cord isn’t long enough...”
  • Utilize Dump Stations: Many campgrounds have dump stations for RVs. A reviewer at Mosquito Lake State Park Campground appreciated the two-lane dump station, saying it was nice when checking out.

Camping near Wickliffe, Ohio, has its perks and quirks. With a little planning, you can enjoy a great outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any campgrounds near Wickliffe with swimming facilities?

Geneva State Park Campground offers excellent swimming opportunities with its location right on Lake Erie. The park provides beach access for campers looking to cool off during summer months. Village Green Campground is another option situated on Lake Erie with swimming access, though it's more RV-oriented with only about 5 tent sites available. Swimming facilities at these locations typically include designated beach areas, and some may have shower facilities nearby for rinsing off after your swim.

What outdoor lighting options are available at Wickliffe campgrounds?

Outdoor lighting at campgrounds near Wickliffe varies by location. Penitentiary Glen Reservation Campsite provides ample firewood for evening illumination but has minimal installed lighting to preserve the natural setting. The Great Outdoors Family Campground features more developed lighting around common areas and facilities. Most campgrounds in the region have some lighting near bathhouses, camp stores, and main pathways, but individual campsites typically rely on camper-provided lanterns, flashlights, and campfires for illumination.

Where are the campgrounds near Wickliffe, KY?

Several campgrounds are accessible near Wickliffe. Pymatuning State Park Campground is located on the scenic Ohio/PA border with beautiful lake views and is popular with both tent and RV campers. Mosquito Lake State Park Campground offers somewhat private sites with trails and lake access. Other options in the region include state parks and private campgrounds that provide varying levels of amenities from basic tent sites to full RV hookups.

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