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West Branch State Park Campground in Wayland offers campground facilities with trail access that accommodates equestrian needs. The park features standard camping amenities including restrooms, water access, and trash facilities. Campsites provide level pads for setting up camp. The campground accommodates various camping styles including tent camping, RV sites, and cabin options. The bathhouses are maintained with clean showers and toilet facilities, with some sites providing views of the nearby lake. Sites vary in size and privacy levels, with some campsites situated in wooded areas providing shade coverage. The large wash sinks located outside shower houses prove particularly useful for equipment cleaning needs.
The campground connects to multiple recreational trails suitable for horseback riding throughout the park's natural areas. Trails wind through wooded sections and offer views of West Branch Reservoir. Sites 160 and 163 provide better lake access points, offering convenient water access for horses. The park maintains year-round operations with seasonal variations in facilities and trail conditions. Bathhouses include individual locking shower rooms and laundry facilities. While the campground does not feature dedicated horse corrals, riders appreciate the spacious sites that accommodate vehicles with horse trailers. For equestrians planning extended stays, the campground offers reasonable rates with electric hookups available at most sites, making it a practical base for exploring the region's bridle paths.
"The bathrooms are clean and include a laundry and sinks outside to wash your dishes. Campground hosts and staff are friendly and helpful. Sites are roomy and clean. Lots of variety."
"There is no WiFi and barely one bar of cell service; your best internet access is at the nice public library 7 miles away in Ravenna Sand beach is an easy walk from all camp sites and boat trailers can"
from $30 - $52 / night
Check Availability"This park is one of my favorites in Ohio at this time. Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a fog park next to the lake."
"They told me Ohio State Parks were voted #1 in the US. Well there is a reason for that. Beautiful, clean, great spots, not a bad site in the entire park."
from $27 - $80 / night
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TravelerYou need to make reservations well in advance for the “primo” sites. The bathrooms are clean and include a laundry and sinks outside to wash your dishes. Campground hosts and staff are friendly and helpful. Sites are roomy and clean. Lots of variety. If you’re into hiking, disc golf, kayaking, fishing, equestrian pursuits, etc, this is the park for you.
Traveler3 Immaculate bath houses all with laundry facilities, all sites have electric (no f-ing generators) and many have have water and sewer hook ups. There is no WiFi and barely one bar of cell service; your best internet access is at the nice public library 7 miles away in Ravenna Sand beach is an easy walk from all camp sites and boat trailers can be parked on your camp site Boat launch has a big trailer parking lot, too. There are hiking, equestrian and mountain biking trails in the park and launching off paddle boards is ok at the boat launch or the nearby beach Friendly staff and camp hosts!
RangerThis park is one of my favorites in Ohio at this time. Most of the sites are some what private. There are many trails and even a fog park next to the lake.
GuideFirst time here. They told me Ohio State Parks were voted #1 in the US. Well there is a reason for that. Beautiful, clean, great spots, not a bad site in the entire park. Wood is dry and cheap right outside the park entrance. Bass fishing is top notch on the lake. I would definitely come back here again and again.
LegendRanger Review: Morsel Spork at West Branch State Park
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This state park was very welcome after our first two unlucky Ohio state park experiences. We had no trouble pulling in at 3 pm on a Sunday after Labor Day with no reservations and snagging a very nice spot (Site 50 backs up to Kirwan Reservoir). There are two loops that are on Jay Lake where there is a beach; it was understandable that there weren’t any water view spots that had not been reserved here. A very quiet park that is well-maintained with lots of amenities. Even the rumbling of the nearby trains was on the quiet side! Nice playground with toy stocked sandpit, volleyball net, cheap laundry ($3 per load, wash and dry), dishwashing sinks, showers, and clean bathrooms. There was even a step stool for kids to be able to reach the sinks. A staffed store(9am-7pm on Sunday, 11am-7pm Monday– Thursday and 9 am– 8:30 pm on Saturday) with basic supplies and, of course, t-shirts and sweatshirts. Some of the sites have a slight grade so be cautious when selecting. Many trees that provide separation between sites. Several short hiking trails. A side note: I only saw one non-Ohio license plate besides ours in the entire park, almost like it is an Ohio secret (not anymore!)
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**Product Review: **
As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I have the opportunity to test products. At this campground, I tested the large Morsel Spork from Outdoor Element. I have to admit that when I unpacked my box from Outdoor Elements, I was surprised at how LONG our morsel sporks were(we have other sporks that are much shorter so I was expecting these to be a similar size) but then I saw a photo of someone using it with their freeze-dried meal and it was an aha moment! No need to dirty another dish because this mighty spork can reach to the bottom of the pouch with no problem! These sporks are also sturdier than others we have used. The rubber scraper edge is a nice touch – would be great for getting the last delicious bits of meals from the freeze-dried meal pouches and I’m thinking also in glass or plastic containers. A very nice addition to our camping tools.
LegendHere'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 resivoir with boat rental...we highly recommend renting a pontoon for the day and hanging out in the resivoir for swimming and lounging! It's both relaxing and nice to get away from the beach crowd!
ScoutStayed in two different areas of West Branch State Park while visiting Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Very impressed with large, clean bath houses, including fully private showers. Sites were very large and spread out, visit bing lots of nice privacy. Though we did not take advantage, the park also offered horse bridle trails, mountain biking and water activities on the lake. What a gem!
GuideWe just got back from our first trip to Mosquito Lake State Park Campground. All in all, it was a great experience.
We stayed in site 67, which is a waterfront site, with electric. The water is about 25 yards from the pad, but is visible from the entire site. The site was spacious, but not as private as some of the others. There is some woods between this site and the sites on either side, but other sites are visible. The fire pits and picnic tables were staggered, so it created some distance to make it feel more private.
The campground as a whole, was very quiet. We stayed from Wednesday to Friday. The group next to us seemed a little rowdy when we first pulled in, but by 10:00 there was no noise anywhere near us.
Most sites seemed pretty level from side to side, but where we were, several had a slope from front to back. Away from the waterfront, most sites looked pretty level. The amount of space between sites varied from site to site. Some sites had woods on both sides, while others were pretty open. Some had nice large grassy areas, others were much smaller. Sites from 214-224 are in a cul de sac and are water front, but they were pretty close together with very little privacy between sites, if any. They are very close to the water though.
There are bathrooms and water scatter about, but from what I saw there was only 1 shower house.
Wal-mart and other shopping and restaurants were about 3 miles away. Park was easy to get to, only one turn for us off the highway. Lake was great for kayaking and paddleboarding. Very nice dog park in a different part of the park. There is a boat launch accessible from inside the campground.
Dump station has 2 lanes which was nice when checking out. Fresh water fill up was also located near the dump station.
ScoutMy family has been going to this camp for years! It’s been updated a few times over the years, for the better! It has everything you need. Boat ramps for the lake in the campground, multiple shower houses, large and small campsites with full and primitive options! Tent and pull through RV sites as well. They have a few miles of hiking trails even horse trails! They do events through out the year. Our favorite Halloween! Camper decorate their sites and do trick or treating for the kids. They even do a haunted trail where volunteers set up to scare everyone! We had a spot on the trail for years lol
West Branch State Park Campground offers equestrian-friendly amenities in northeastern Ohio, approximately 28 miles from Wickliffe. The 2,650-acre park surrounds Michael J. Kirwan Reservoir and provides dedicated facilities for horse owners looking to camp with their animals. The terrain features rolling hills and wooded areas with trails that range from beginner to intermediate difficulty levels.
Waterfront activities: West Branch State Park Campground offers multiple water access points for various activities. "We can launch our kayaks right from our campsite. There are many inlets to explore or fish," notes Alisa G., highlighting the convenient shoreline access for campers.
Archery practice: Mosquito Lake State Park Campground maintains an archery range for visitors bringing their equipment. "We like to bring our bows and use the archery range," mentions Karen D., who travels about 2 hours regularly to visit this park.
Geocaching adventures: The trail system at West Branch provides opportunities for treasure hunting activities. One camper reports, "We also played some disc golf and went geocaching," describing how they explored the park's recreational options after setting up camp.
Individual shower facilities: The bathhouse setup receives consistently positive feedback from horse campers. "Clean individual showers," notes Dan M. about the facilities that provide privacy and cleanliness for riders after trail excursions.
Dog-friendly accommodations: For equestrians bringing additional pets, Mosquito Lake provides dedicated pet areas. "The dog park is amazing. There's so much to do here. Swimming, boating, fishing," reports Courtney C., though noting that tent campers should be aware of limited bathroom facilities.
Book exchange options: Campers appreciate thoughtful amenities that enhance longer stays. "There is even a book exchange shelf at the shower house in case of rainy days," mentions a regular visitor, describing a feature particularly useful during inclement weather when trail riding might be limited.
Site leveling challenges: Many campsites require preparation for level setup. "We were only off 2 inches side to side but front to back we had to lower the front 15 inches," reports Andrea F., detailing the specific adjustments needed at site 190.
Reservation timing: For horse campgrounds near Wickliffe, Ohio, advance planning is essential. "Make reservations! (6 months in advance). Waterside sites fill up quickly!" advises Alisa G., emphasizing the popularity of prime locations.
Water fill station design: RV campers should note infrastructure limitations at certain facilities. "The water fill is on an incline so when our tank was 'full' pulling away from fill station it was really only 2/3 full," explains one equestrian camper about a practical consideration for those bringing larger rigs with horse trailers.
Playground amenities: Mosquito Lake State Park offers exceptional play areas for younger visitors. "Beach was great and there's an epic playground for kids. If your kids are 8 and under they'll love the nature playground and nets provided to catch critters," shares Joe F.
Weekend activities: Parks organize regular programming for families. "An ice cream social is held on Saturday evenings that my children always love to attend," mentions a regular visitor, describing one of the scheduled activities that enhance family camping experiences.
Equipment borrowing: Some facilities provide complimentary recreational items. "The park office loans games and sports equipment to campers," notes a visitor, explaining a service that reduces what families need to pack, especially valuable for those already bringing horse equipment.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Wickliffe, OH is West Branch State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 66 reviews.
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