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17 Reviews of 2 West Finley Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Jefferson Lake State Park Campground
    May 4, 2024

    Jefferson Lake State Park Campground

    Peace and quiet with level pads.

    Perfect for our little Scamp trailer. Only 5 big electric sites, no showers or potable water. As a result it was so peaceful! We loved our rainy stay. There are some lovely hiking trails around the lake and spillway. But lately there has been no swimming because of blue green algae.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest
    May 23, 2023

    Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest

    Close to nature

    Very well kept, completely free 1st come campground just outside the very small town of Bloomingdale, OH. Pit toilets and no source of safe, clean water anymore. Very quiet everytime I've camped there, many times btw. Great, quiet, close to nature experience.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest
    May 3, 2023

    Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest

    Great 🆓 camping!

    Self-register with cards located at pit latrine building. 14 days every 30. No problem getting 40' skoolie in and parked in mostly level spots. Camp fire rings and picnic tables at most sites. 🚱 hand pump available, grey water pits and trash cans available. Here late April through early May. 22 total sites, never more than 4 people camping here, including us.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Jefferson Lake State Park Campground
    June 21, 2022

    Jefferson Lake State Park Campground

    Ohio website (and several others) need updating...

    We picked this campground because of it's proximity to an event we were doing and because it had showers. There are showers...but they look as if they've been boarded up for several years and are definitely NOT functional - they are also down by the lake and not actually at the campground. We ran a mud run and ended up having to wash mud off in the lake before going back to our tent. Prior to reserving I did try calling the park office but was never able to get a hold of anyone - there was also no one working the check in station when we arrived and our neighbors who had been at the campground for 2 days prior to us said they hadn't seen anyone at the station since they arrived either.

    They also advertise a water filling station but neglected to mention that it is non-potable water so if thats something you're looking for then keep that in mind.

    The majority of the campsites are also so hilly that you can't put a tent up on a flat spot. We ended up sliding downhill all night because the space we rented was on a hill (and you can't tell in the photos they provide online).

    The one redeeming quality was the bathrooms do look new and kept clean

    Overall not thrilled with the campground. Very tightly packed spaces and majority are on a hill. No working showers or potable water.

    If you're looking for a place for a camper then it would probably be fine since the parking spaces were pretty flat but for a tent I would look elsewhere

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest
    August 6, 2021

    Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest

    Relaxing BUT you can hear gunshots all day until 11pm

    Gun range 5 mins away or so. Bees are ridiculous.(they love sugar) oh yeah, Harvest Spiders all over the place so be cautious. Bathrooms are disgusting but they have toilet paper 🤷🏻‍♀️.

    Normal Camping Bugs also. So bring big spray. Picnic Tables ,Fire pits,paved.

    Clean after yourself! Trash near the campsite.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest
    July 13, 2021

    Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest

    Free for a reason?

    We needed a place to crash after traveling all day and knew it was going to be a quick turnaround so we stumbled upon this campsite. It served its purpose as it allowed us to rest for the night. However, I didn’t feel very safe! All through the night there were sketchy cars and trucks in and out of the campground. The noise level was high all throughout the night. We got lucky and landed a level site, but most of the sites are extremely unlevel. Luckily, it wasn’t too crowded (other than the people coming and going), but the sites are very close together. Didn’t use the restroom facilities as we had our own, but they looked very unkept from the outside.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Jefferson Lake State Park Campground
    June 25, 2021

    Jefferson Lake State Park Campground

    Quiet and Beautiful

    This smaller campground has a mix of equestrian sites and tent/RV sites. There are no showers, but the vault toilets were cleaned thoroughly ever morning. You need to be careful when booking, especially if you are trying to pitch a tent, as some sites are quite sloped. Our site was huge and right next to the water spigot.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Jefferson Lake State Park Campground
    May 24, 2021

    Jefferson Lake State Park Campground

    Quiet and Comfortable

    Not a huge campground, but as a result it was very quiet.

    Some sites are small and very sloped. Others have lots of room to spread out. Highly recommend the one we booked! Very clean pit toilets and the campground overall was well maintained. Fire pits have a nice grate to flip over and cook on (this varied highly bw Ohio campgrounds).

    Nice hiking trails and the lake is nice. Lots of geese and the expected goose poop. Plenty of solitude. 

    Overall this is a pretty spot to relax and enjoy some time outdoors.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest
    April 16, 2021

    Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest

    Can't beat free, but caveats abound.

    This tiny gem of a campground is actually quite decent. Each site is furnished with a small fire ring and picnic table. The fire rings do not have a grill grate. The pit toilets in the restroom are "fragrant" when you enter the women's side of the building but not so terribly that they can't be used. My friend did gag upon entering the men's room. There are designated wastewater areas to dump grey water, but you'll have to bring your own water for drinking, washing, etc. There are no electric hookups.

    As others have mentioned, there is a gun range nearby and you can hear occasional firing. Helicopter traffic at night was a slight distraction from the otherwise quiet night I spent here.

    There is an easy orange-blazed trail behind site 10 but as of this writing, a there are several downed trees blocking the trail a good distance in.

    I'd definitely stay again.

    5/3/2021 Edited to add:. Well, our second stay here is decidedly less positive. We are at site 9 this time. No fire ring here. The women's bathroom is filthy and it made me gag (there is feces all over one toilet seat and the other smells so bad that I just peed in the woods). It's turkey season so lots of noise in the woods.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Jefferson Lake State Park Campground
    October 10, 2020

    Jefferson Lake State Park Campground

    Nice campground. Limited amenities.

    Only 5 electric sites. Very clean pit toilets. Well maintained campground. A few equine sites. Only 2 electric eq sites. Electric is a little far behind pad. We almost needed extension cord. All water full up towers only have those spigots that are not threaded. Had to hold hose over spigot about 20 min to fill 35 gal. We were later told by staff the maintenance building had a threaded spigot. AT&T 5g with 3 bars. Not very many restaurants or grocery nearby. Better make sure you have what you need bf you travel. Bridge out in Bergholtz (sp) had a backroad detour. But overall great smaller campground.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Jefferson Lake State Park Campground
    September 7, 2020

    Jefferson Lake State Park Campground

    Quiet little campground

    Tucked away in southeastern Ohio is a gem of a park for camping, hiking and horse camping. Clean water, restrooms, playground, sand volleyball and basketball court. Dump station and 18 miles of multi use trails! Small lake for wading with the kiddos, fishing near the dam or skip rocks in the creek. But be sure to pack a picnic and relax and enjoy! Only a few electric sites available. Mostly flat shaded sites most perfect for tents or trailers.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest
    July 30, 2020

    Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest

    Relaxing camping

    It is a very well maintenance campsite most have fire pits a lot of level ground for tent camping pull in parking spots for RVs and campers a bathroom on site and two different trails to hike fishing minutes away the gun rage is also near (the gunshots don’t bother me) must register when you arrive at the box attached to the bathroom building can’t beat it for FREE

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest
    June 19, 2020

    Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest

    Looking for a free camp this one is it

    All paved sites with picnic tables. Most have fire rings. All free but you must fill out a registration card. There are pit toilets and a water pump. The ranger comes by everyday to collect registration cards.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest
    June 1, 2017

    Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest

    Free!

    Spent the first camping trip of the summer here on Memorial Day weekend and it was a beautiful spot. There are a number of sites set up in a circle, the initial sites are better suited for RVs while the sites along the back of the loop are flatter and can accommodate a tent. This was our first car camping in an actual campground experience in a while - our last few trips were all backcountry sites - and it felt very luxurious. The campground is situated near shooting ranges so the gunfire lasts late into the evening and begins early in the morning disrupting the serenity a bit.

    The best part - it's free! Just register at the box. There are vault toilets and each site has a fire ring, picnic table, garbage cans, and there are spots to dump waste water. It's very well-organized and well maintained.



Guide to West Finley

Camping near West Finley, Pennsylvania, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a quiet getaway or a family adventure, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Quiet Atmosphere: Many campers appreciate the peaceful environment. One reviewer at Barkcamp State Park Campground shared, "Enjoyed a couple nights. Limited use of the campground during our visit, so we enjoyed peace and quiet."
  • Clean Facilities: Campers often mention the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A visitor at Ryerson Station State Park Campground remarked, "The bathhouse looked to be new or remodeled. It was very clean and nice."
  • Friendly Staff: Many reviews highlight the helpfulness of campground staff. A camper at Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA noted, "The camp host family was awesome and usually the lower staff all are."

What you should know:

  • Site Conditions: Some sites can be unlevel, so be prepared. A camper at Raccoon Creek State Park Campground mentioned, "There weren't that many electric sites overall and they were very unlevel."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have extensive amenities. One visitor at Hidden Hollow Campground — Fernwood State Forest said, "Pit toilets and no source of safe, clean water anymore."
  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy, especially near highways. A review for Washington-Pittsburgh SW KOA stated, "It can be a bit noisy though as it is right next to the highway."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Spacious Sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites for family gatherings. A camper at Tall Oaks Campground said, "The stargazing opportunities are amazing here."
  • Plan Activities: Make sure to have activities planned for kids. One family at Benner's Meadow Run RV Campground enjoyed, "There is playground equipment for kids."
  • Check for Pet Policies: If you’re bringing pets, confirm the campground's pet policy. A visitor at Barkcamp State Park Campground noted, "Super animal friendly."

Tips from RVers:

  • Level Your Site: Make sure to pick a level site for a comfortable stay. A camper at Austin Lake RV Park & Cabins mentioned, "The road in can be a little sketchy, but I think it adds to the adventure."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Stock up on essentials before arriving, as some campgrounds have limited stores. A visitor at Madison-Pittsburgh S.E. KOA advised, "Make sure you grocery shopping before you pull in."
  • Check Hookup Availability: Ensure your site has the necessary hookups for your RV. A camper at Ryerson Station State Park Campground noted, "Utilities were all good."

Camping near West Finley, Pennsylvania, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RV enthusiast seeking adventure.

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