Rivers Edge Camping Area (Bridgeport Quarry Trailhead)

Shhhhhh…these campsites seem to be the best kept secret! Located near the Bridgeport Quarry Trailhead about 2.5 miles north of Massillon, OH in the Stark County Parks District. These sites are specifically designed for hikers/cyclists. Camping is dispersed in a small grassy field and is FREE! There is room for maybe 6-8 small backcountry tents. There is one picnic table, campfire ring, and a small cooking prep area for the whole area.

Just across the towpath, you will find a pit toilet in the parking lot. There is no drinking water available, so plan a head from nearby sources. About ½ mile north of this camping area is a cross street where you will find drinking water fountain on the towpath. And, just about 1.5 miles south along the towpath, you will find [Ernie’s Bicycle Shop](https://www.erniesbikeshop.com/) (super helpful staff) which has both restrooms and drinking water. On the same property, you’ll find a Canoe Livery to rent canoes to use on the adjacent Tuscarawas River.

Reservations are not necessary as it is first-come, first-served, but they want you to register at the kiosk and call the listed number when you arrive.

More info here: [https://centurycycles.com/articles/camping-along-the-towpath-trail-pg1342.htm](https://centurycycles.com/articles/camping-along-the-towpath-trail-pg1342.htm)

Free but Lots of Road Noise

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. 

Great camp site

Great access close to parking lot with privacy between you and the trail. Right alongside the river with a picnic table and firepit. Portable toilet in parking lot. No running water but close to gas stations and restaurants.  Only 12 minute drive over to Pro Football Hall of Fame. 