Reservations are available year-round at Caesar Creek State Park Campground, and at $39-$52 per night with full hookups, it draws a steady mix of RV rigs and tent campers to the reservoir southeast of Dayton. Sites accommodate rigs up to 40 feet and include electric, water, and sewer connections. A dump station is on-site. One thing to plan around: the access road has a rough reputation among reviewers, so tow vehicles and low-clearance rigs should take it slow.
Shade is the most consistent complaint across reviews. Most sites sit in open terrain with little tree cover, and that pattern holds even in loops that have been established for decades. Shari G. notes that "most of the sites nearer the lakeshore or cul-de-sacs have adequate shade," which makes site selection worth some research before booking. Sites tend to be large and fairly level, though a few pads show cracking that can complicate leveling a pop-up or trailer. Crowding picks up significantly on holiday weekends, with some loops packed tightly enough that neighbors are well within earshot.
Water access is a genuine draw. Several sites have pathway connections leading down to the lake, making it practical to haul kayaks and small watercraft without a long carry. The park rents canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. Fossil collecting is available on the lake shore with a free permit from the visitor center. Hiking and mountain bike trails run throughout the property and connect to broader sections of Caesar Creek State Park. The campground also runs organized activities on weekends, including movie nights and bingo.
Bathhouse quality varies by loop. The facility near site 12 drew strong marks for cleanliness in recent visits, with a camp host observed doing regular morning checks. Shower pressure and temperature controls have gotten mixed feedback. Wood sold at the camp store has been described as slow to light, so bringing your own or collecting small tinder is a practical move. BluePitMom O. suggests that "fall is a good time to visit Caesars Creek," when crowds thin and the surrounding trees are changing color. Campers who want nearby alternatives can also look at Mound Ridge or the Equestrian Camp at Caesar Creek State Park a short distance away. This campground suits RV travelers and families who prioritize lake access and organized amenities over seclusion and shade.
Description
UPDATE March 2023: ... Campground: Loops E & F Sites 136-287 are closed for electrical upgrade. Sites will open as construction allows. Loops A, B, C & D Sites 1 – 137 are available to reserve. Thank you for your patience.
A Camp Store offers supplies, firewood, ice, concessions, novelties, and kayak rental seasonally. Caesar Creek Lake is located in southwest Ohio, centered between Dayton, Cincinnati and Columbus. Visitors flock to Caesar Creek Lake for its great fishing, boating, Visitor Center and trail opportunities. Natural Features: Caesar Creek Lake is home to many different wildflower prairies throughout the park which offer views of native wild prairie flowers, insects and bird species. Caesar Creek Lake is also home to more than 50 miles of trails including the 13 mile backpack trail which takes you to a scenic overlook of Horseshoe Falls. Recreation: Caesar Creek Lake offers excellent boating, water skiing and canoeing. Anglers fish for crappie and trophy muskie. The shelter is close to the Visitor Centers courtesy dock, allowing for easy shoreline fishing or to launch a kayak. Also, the shelter is within a short walking distance to the Caesar Creek Lake Visitor Center which offers exhibits, films and information about the lake and Corps missions in the Ohio Valley. Visitors can also take advantage of the new Adena Trace fitness trail with 9 workout stations over a mile loop as well as 50 miles of additional hiking, mountain biking, and bridle trails. Facilities: Each shelter is located near the Caesar Creek Visitor Center where a 24-hour indoor heated and cooled restroom can be found. Many shelters also offer some of the largest playground areas found at Caesar Creek Lake. Each shelter also offers two cooking grills and both electric and water are provided with reservation. Nearby Attractions: Caesar Creek Lake offers 50 miles of hiking, mountain biking, bridle and archery trails. Caesar Creek Pioneer Village offers a collection of over 15 log cabins and other structures that are open during special events. Caesar Creek Nature Center is adjacent to the Pioneer Village; the nature center features exhibits on the areas cultural and natural history.
Reservation Info
Reservations are required and may be made up to six months in advance online or by calling (866) 644-6727.
A Camp Store offers supplies, firewood, ice, concessions, novelties, and kayak rental seasonally.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCaesar Creek State Park Campground is located in Ohio near Waynesville
Directions
From I-75 head east on Highway 73 for 11.5 miles past Waynesville. Follow the signs for the Caesar Creek Visitor Center for 3 more miles. From I-71 head west on Highway 73 for 7.7 miles. Follow the signs for the Caesar Creek Visitor Center for about 3 miles.
Address
8570 E. Sr 73
Waynesville, OH 45068
Coordinates
39.538693 N
83.979202 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTEGood CoverageVerified by 30 usersLast on 7/6/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 7/6/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTEGood CoverageVerified by 30 usersLast on 7/6/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 7/6/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 32 min from Dayton, OH
- 40 min from Springfield, OH
- 43 min from Cincinnati, OH
- 1 hr from Columbus, OH





































