Camping options near Worthington, Ohio provide convenient access to both urban amenities and outdoor recreation. Located in the central Ohio region, this area sits about 800-1000 feet above sea level with relatively flat terrain punctuated by small ravines and waterways. Summer temperatures typically range from 70-85°F with high humidity, while spring and fall camping seasons offer milder conditions with occasional rain showers.
What to do
Kayaking at local waterways: River Trail Crossing campground offers direct river access for kayaking. "We had a riverfront spot for 4 nights, enjoyed our stay. Bike trail access right from the campground. Golf nearby, Amish shops, canoeing. Great area to visit," notes camper Bob M.
Fishing at nearby lakes: Kokosing River Campground provides lake fishing opportunities with limited shoreline access. "Beautiful lake, nice and quiet. Lots of waterfowl," mentions Shelly S., while another camper notes that "kids playing on the lake" is common during summer months.
Hiking on nearby trails: The Worthington area offers access to several walking trails. At Sunbury/Columbus North KOA Holiday, campers can enjoy "multiple ponds all fairly nice with ducks and geese hanging around," according to Gary G., who also mentions there are "areas in the back woods are quite nice and very treed."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Campers frequently mention facility cleanliness as a major plus. At Tomorrow's Stars RV Resort, Jason G. reports the campground "features a pool and boasts clean, well-maintained facilities. The staff goes above and beyond to provide assistance."
Kid-friendly amenities: Cross Creek Camping Resort offers numerous children's activities. "From the activities for the kids to the nice spacious sites. We were there for the Halloween weekend and it was amazing," shares Lauri C. Another camper notes, "They also have themed-event weekends, which are really fun!"
Access to bike trails: Several campgrounds feature direct trail access. At River Trail Crossing, campers appreciate the "paved bike/walking trail behind the campground - B&O trail," and one reviewer mentions that "bathrooms and showers were very clean."
What you should know
Highway noise proximity: Some campgrounds sit near major roads. At Hocking River RV Park, one camper notes it's "right on the river, which is interesting, but it's also right alongside State Route 33, so you hear freeway traffic constantly. Trucks and motorcycles woke me up all night."
Campsite spacing variations: Site proximity varies significantly between parks. At Alton RV Park, reviews indicate mixed experiences with spacing: "Sites are close but we had plenty of room for what we needed," reports Sharon J., while Kendra P. appreciates the "new showers and bathrooms, new laundromat, new and improved process to get to your spot."
Seasonal operations: Many rv parks around Worthington, Ohio operate seasonally. Cross Creek Camping Resort gets "super crowded on a summer weekend" according to Malcolm, while Sunbury/Columbus North KOA Holiday operates only from May through November.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Tomorrow's Stars RV Resort offers family-oriented recreation. "Fun location just off the highway. Perfect for a family, has swimming pool, putt putt, and other child friendly activities... also has small fishing pond," notes Buck B.
Quiet camping spots: Finding quieter areas can enhance family camping. Kokosing River Campground offers a "peaceful and great for kids" experience according to Mark B., who adds, "Kayaking on the lake is great. Camp staff very friendly and helpful."
Weekend reservations: Book early for summer weekends. Cross Creek Camping Resort fills quickly during peak season, with Catherine noting it has "lots of full-time residents" but "the grounds and facilities are clean and well-kept. The pool is really nice. They also have a playground for the kids."
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Many sites require leveling equipment. At Sunbury/Columbus North KOA Holiday, Gary G. advises, "There's a few sites are unlevel so you may need to use your levelers and maybe some blocks, we did."
Overnight travel stops: Love's RV Hookup locations provide convenient stopover points. These basic facilities don't allow fires but offer essential hookups for overnight stays. They can be "a little loud at times" but offer "nice amenities close by" according to Brad H.
Seasonal maintenance awareness: Pool facilities and other amenities close seasonally at rv parks near Worthington. Gary G. mentions at Sunbury/Columbus North KOA, "The only real noise has been them power washing the now closed pool for the season," adding that laundry facilities are "quite nice with very new machines" and the "Wi-Fi seems good throughout the entire park."
