Mary Jane Thurston State Park Campground
Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Sep. 8, 2019

Decent campground on the Maumee River

Only 30 minutes down the river from Independence Dam State Park, this park was markedly different. Because there was a two-night minimum reservation on weekends and we were just passing through, we decided to try and roll the dice and see if we could slide into a spot for just a night without a reservation. Alas, the only spots still available were walk-in tent sites which would not work for us. This park was laid out more like an RV park with the sites very close together and no privacy between them (Site 16 looked to be the best one for privacy). Except for the walk-in tent sites, electric and/or electric/water hookups were available. As we pulled in, the host immediately greeted us and was very friendly (she genuinely wanted to find us a spot). There is a marina/store close-by and the quaint town of Grand Rapids (which you could walk to if you wanted) had several shops and restaurants. We would have stayed here for the night if a site had been available, so make sure you make reservations if you are coming on a weekend (and can stay for two nights).

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  • Review photo of Mary Jane Thurston State Park Campground by Lee D., September 8, 2019
  • Review photo of Mary Jane Thurston State Park Campground by Lee D., September 8, 2019
  • Review photo of Mary Jane Thurston State Park Campground by Lee D., September 8, 2019
  • Review photo of Mary Jane Thurston State Park Campground by Lee D., September 8, 2019
  • Review photo of Mary Jane Thurston State Park Campground by Lee D., September 8, 2019
  • Review photo of Mary Jane Thurston State Park Campground by Lee D., September 8, 2019