Glamping near Orrville, Ohio offers varied terrain with both rolling meadows and dense wooded sites. The area's humid continental climate brings warm summers with occasional thunderstorms and cold winters, making late spring through early fall the peak camping season. Campsites range from 700 to 1,100 feet in elevation across the region's varied topography.
What to do
Fishing adventures: The lakes at Mohican State Park Campground provide catch-and-release fishing opportunities with multiple species available. One visitor noted, "We fished and swam in the indoor pool which was not heated at the time. Across the street they have a Canoe livery, mini golf, go carts, ropes course and lots more."
Hiking trails: Rivers Edge Camping Area offers direct access to the Towpath Trail system. A camper shared, "The camp site is a short walk and was very nice. The porta potty was very big, clean and had hand sanitizer! In the morning there were many runners in the park but they stayed away from the camping area."
Water activities: West Branch State Park Campground features multiple lake access points for kayaking, swimming and boating. "We can launch our kayaks right from our campsite. There are many inlets to explore or fish," one visitor reported after staying at a waterside site.
Indoor recreation: During inclement weather, Evergreen Park RV Resort offers indoor facilities that remain open year-round. A camper mentioned, "The indoor pool is great for enjoying a swim even in January and the bathrooms and showers are spotless and very private."
What campers like
Large, private sites: Mohican State Park Campground offers spacious campsites with natural separation. A visitor reported, "Well maintained campground with roomy camp sites. Nice heated pool and many activities in the area. Hiking, canoeing, biking, etc."
Seasonal appeal: Evergreen Park RV Resort stays open year-round with facilities that accommodate winter camping. "We camped here the second weekend in December and had the park mostly to ourselves. There were only 3 other campers there. It was a great place to stay. Friendly staff and everything was so clean," noted one winter visitor.
Cultural experiences: Berlin RV Park & Campground provides access to local Amish culture. A visitor shared, "Spent the weekend here while visiting Amish country in Ohio. For the most part it is just a place to park your camper in a big open area while visiting the area. Restroom/shower facilities are excellent."
Cleanliness: Many campgrounds maintain exceptionally clean facilities. At Berlin RV Park, campers noted, "SPOTLESS bathrooms and I mean SPOTLESS. Lots to do for kids: Sand Volleyball, basketball court, tetherball, corn hole area and playground."
What you should know
Site leveling challenges: Some campgrounds have uneven terrain that requires preparation. At West Branch State Park Campground, a camper reported, "Our site was labeled slight slope. That was a joke. We were only off 2 inches side to side but front to back we had to lower the front 15 inches. The jack was down as low as it would go and we were still off by 1.5 inches."
Seasonal water availability: Water systems at many campgrounds shut down during colder months. A visitor to West Branch State Park noted, "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. This was okay for a short weekend."
Limited cell service: Some areas have poor connectivity. A camper at West Branch State Park stated, "No cell service with Verizon at this park," which requires planning ahead for communication needs.
Fire ring placement: At some sites, fire rings may be positioned suboptimally. "The fire ring was pushed so far down in the mud we were unable to get good air flow to start a fire," reported a camper, highlighting the need to bring additional fire starting materials.
Tips for camping with families
Adventure packages: Clay's Resort Jellystone Park combines camping with numerous family activities. A visitor shared, "Have been camping at Clays for a couple years now and if you have kids there is no place better tons of things to do, great water park, amusement place near by, good people and nice family atmosphere."
Activity schedules: Whispering Hills Campground runs structured activities throughout the day. "Amazing staff, soooo much for Kids and adults to do, nice pool, Kids activity Schedule 9-9 almost daily," reported one family who visited.
Swimming options: Multiple campgrounds offer swimming facilities for different weather conditions. "The lake was virtually algae free, and even during this pandemic, it didn't feel over crowded at any point. My kids really enjoyed the entire time and were wore out!" noted a visitor to Clay's Resort.
Safety considerations: Check campground rules regarding golf carts and supervised areas. One family shared, "We decided to stay after plenty of referrals from friends and family. Pleasantly surprised with how clean everything was. The employees were also super kind."
Tips from RVers
Seasonal site selection: At Mohican Adventures Campground, site layout varies by season. A camper noted, "We tent camped and had a private spot in the woods which we loved. The campgrounds covers all the basics."
Hookup locations: Pay attention to the positioning of utility connections. "Our pull through site was plenty level and accommodated our 33' camper and truck," shared an RVer at Mohican Adventures, though they cautioned about crowding during peak season.
Check-in procedures: Some campgrounds provide escort service to sites. "When you arrive everyone in the vehicle checks in, and then someone on a golf cart takes you to your spot," explained a visitor describing the arrival process at Mohican Adventures.
Full-hookup availability: For extended stays, identify campgrounds with complete hookups. "Every site is full hookup," reported a camper about Evergreen Park RV Resort, which is particularly valuable for longer visits.
