3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Top O' The Caves Campground near Letart provides unique glamping accommodations including yurts set against the scenic backdrop of Hocking Hills. These canvas structures combine rustic charm with modern comforts, featuring electricity, comfortable bedding, and climate control options. Nearby, Hocking Hills Jellystone Campground offers premium glamping units with amenities like private decks, kitchenettes, and stylish furnishings. Both locations maintain proximity to hiking trails while providing a more luxurious alternative to traditional camping. The glamping sites include picnic tables, fire rings, and access to clean shower facilities for a comfortable outdoor experience. One guest noted, "We had a blast checking out the different set ups, and our kids loved the activities building with pool and game room."
Forked Run State Park's glamping options provide scenic water views with access to the 400-foot sandy beach and boat rentals. Visitors can enjoy kayaking on the lake, with one reviewer highlighting that "paddling north into the headwaters of the lake" offers particularly scenic experiences. The park features an award-winning disc golf course that attracts enthusiasts from throughout the region. Hiking trails connect the glamping accommodations to the waterfront, allowing guests to explore the natural surroundings without sacrificing comfort. Several glamping sites remain available year-round with heating options, though the most popular canvas accommodations book quickly during summer months. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with numerous guests reporting deer sightings near their luxury camping units. The boutique camping experience pairs well with day trips to historic Marietta, Ohio, just a short drive away.
"On the border with West Virginia. There aren’t really sites on the water but there’s a nice path to the lake from the camp sites and lots of deer."
"I've included a photo of the map the attendant had to show a view of the areas...electric and non-electric with a total of 151 sites. "
Available this weekend
from $21 - $40 / night
"This campground has been around since the 1800s. It has a lot of permanent residents and we had a lot of fun checking out the different set ups. There are a lot of amenities but they need updated."
from $20 - $80 / night
"Firewood available for purchase on site. Lake Hope lodge provides great warm and dry spot for delicious food."
"With that said, all sites appeared to have a spot for at least 1 tent cleared away and the picnic table and fire ring in a secure location. Most sites only had room for one car parked at the site"
Available this weekend
from $21 - $45 / night
"It has very close proximity to I-64 in West Virginia, and you can hear the traffic pretty clearly."
"This is a very cozy park tucked in between US60 and I64. We are in site 14 and its not quite level, but they were generous with gravel so the drainage is good! No parking in puddles!"
"Site 41 with a paved pad and electric. We were across from the shower house and bathrooms. The office is closed but a staff person was on site."
"Luxurious accommodations and continental breakfasts won’t be found here…..a space to unwind and reflect will."
Available this weekend
from $21 - $55 / night
"In mid April 2023 I arrived late afternoon and there were TONS of spots available. Happy with the spot I picked. There was some noise from other campsites, but overall not terrible."
"The go to camping location for Athens. Many campsites, trails, and amenities. Anything from boat rentals, a small store, and docks to use near the lake."
"The RV site was rather small without much personal space. But it worked for what they needed. The tent site was decently secluded and near a nice small pond."
"This was a nice campground extremely central to all frequented trails in the area . We stayed on the electric/ water side of campground ."
"The hiking trails are scenic and pretty and the lake while not overly big, is clean and great for swimming(there's a beach) , kayaking, and fishing."
"Great campground with super easy access to the trail and lake. The sites are spread apart enough so you aren’t right beside someone - and shaded."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $15 - $20 / night
"EV chargers on-site. Bathrooms were excellent individually separated rooms with showers and toilets. We were escorted to our site upon arrival."
"Awesome staff family owned for over 20 plus years. Extremely clean well maintained. Shower houses plenty of hot water facilities were very clean sites are well spread apart."
"Free tricycles to ride around. Bouncy area, lake with a trampoline and activities all the time."
TravelerGreat view of the sky for stargazing and telescopes at the sites in 40s. Trails are a little neglected though; lots of downed trees and faded blazes. Maybe it’s late in the season, and they will improve in the spring.
ScoutLaid back rv park on the Ohio river plenty of room. 10/10
ScoutVery clean and well maintained facilities. Grounds were kept groomed and trash free. Has dump station, electric, water, shower house, and plenty of trails to explore.
RangerSites are small - especially the ones with power. Bathrooms are dirty and very worn out. Only 1 of 3 of the mens showers were working. Lots of spiders in the bathrooms and the stall doors don't latch effectively. Camp store (and access to ice) was closed for 'remodel'.
RangerNot our favorite. Very small campground. Good hiking trails. Decent beach. Very hilly. Shower house was kinda gross.
ScoutGood overnight spot. It could be nice for a local family also. I wouldn’t make it a destination for a long vacation because of highway noise. It’s not horrible closer to the front or in the middle but along the back is where you’re right on it.
Very clean campground and staff was nice. Camp store is cute and there are multiple ponds.
ScoutJellystone Hocking Hills Ohio Don’t waste your money! I reserved a full hook up deluxe site with patio. Was supposed to be a level concrete slab. It was not! It was all gravel and dirt. No concrete whatsoever. This deluxe site sloped down so when you had a fire( weren’t allowed to move fire pit) your chairs went down hill and I fell almost every night. They brought in a crushed zone but it didn’t help the situation. Owner told us he would credit us some money back since the site wasn’t as promised, he did not. The playground was a mess. Old and nasty. The jump pad didn’t hold much air, so kids would jump on and sink right o the ground. The mining area was not locked so kids got into the pump and electrical areas which was dangerous for the little ones. YOGI BEAR MADE ONE 15 MINUTE APPEARANCE IN 5 DAYS. The schedule showed daily appearances at least daily if not more than once daily, which is how other Jellystones have been for us. MY GRANDSON was so sad. He had been looking forward to this trip for months, and recalled our prior JELLYSTONE stay at Watts Bar Lake in Tennessee, which was a totally different experience than this awful Hocking hills Jellystone. We repeatedly asked about Yogi appearances and were told“Yogi was busy and maybe he would come tomorrow“. The owner made so many excuses like,“my concrete guy didn’t show up last week” that’s why we didn’t have our concrete level patio site that we paid for. The playground didn’t have mulch cause his guy didn’t show up last week. The jump pad didn’t work right because his guy didn’t show up. The new pool wasn’t completed because his guy didn’t show up. Even the yogi bear statue they show in their picture wasn’t there. The pool they did have was in the owners backyard and you had to drive to it. It was slimed and disgusting. I have never been so disappointed. We drove 4.5 hours to get there specifically so my grandkids could camp at a Jellystone with Yogi Bear around. I don’t know how they are allowed to be a Jellystone, they are definitely not up to par. I’m sure we aren’t the only family to pay jellystones higher prices so the kids could see Yogi and friends daily. I could go on…there really were so many bad things about this place, but I see this review is very long. I will attach some photos
GuideThis is a one night stop on our way to Myrtle beach. Very nice place. We’re at site 17 with a KOA patio. Rolling hills, friendly staff. Great pizza, wings and fudge. I want to come back and spend more time here! AT&T one bar. KOA WiFi ok but expect pauses if you stream video. Steep and narrow road to enter the park.
ScoutI'll start by saying I have a cattle dog and a lab. Both have a bit of anxiety but are otherwise well trained and medicated (after much consideration with vets behaviorist and trainers).
Campsite is clean, accessible, and accommodating.
This is my complaint:
Before making our reservation the dogs had been doing extremely well on their walks. Little to no reactivity for weeks. Still, I did my best to find a “more remote” site that still had electric.
I understood there may be some traffic, but I severely under estimated how much. I found the map and video tour very misleading and difficult to read.
We ended up very close to the main entrance and right next to the highest traffic road in the whole camp site. The dogs were very stressed and barked at every car that went by. We made every effort to reduce this with our training techniques including keeping them on short leashes in hand to redirect, and leaving the site entirely during prime check in hours.
The campsite staff asked if they would settle the first night and I had every reason to think they would after the first night, based on experience, but they did not. There was no other communication about the issue or trying to find a resolution. I acknowledge I probably could have been more proactive myself, but I had read the relevant materials and did what research I could ahead of time. Since I had not heard anything I believed we were within expectations.
Upon leaving we were approached by a member of the campsite staff that told us we were not welcome back, and the dogs should have stayed home, that they had numerous complaints through out our stay and we had been a nuisance to everyone due to excessive noise (I'm paraphrasing). I was apologetic as I was under the impression it was being managed well enough since we had not heard anything.
When we got home I sent a note to the management to let them know I found the conversation with the staff member to be unprofessional and unhelpful. I offered a few ways they could make things more comfortable for everyone. I had a neutral tone and was focused on solutions and preventing another circumstance like this for them. Their response was about the same as the staff member and actually I had violated several policies I was unaware of and had not seen until their mention in this email.
I say all of this to say, based on my experience, they expect dogs to be practically silent and extremely obedient. Also, if you are bringing dogs that need any kind of special accommodation to stay relaxed, I HIGHLY recommend calling ahead and ensuring you have what you need at your site and have understood the policies and map (etc) correctly.
The staff will not be proactive about offering solutions or communicating potential conflicts early which could prevent your visit from being as quiet and relaxing as you may have liked.
Primitive and rustic camping options near Letart, West Virginia span the Ohio River border. Elevation ranges between 550-800 feet with the area experiencing hot, humid summers and cold winters. Fall temperatures average 40-60°F with increased wildlife activity around campsites during this season.
Disc golf at state parks: Forked Run State Park features a well-designed disc golf course through wooded terrain. One reviewer noted, "Disc golf, fishing, swimming, hiking are attractions in this rural area" while another mentioned "the frisbee golf course that attracts enthusiasts."
Lake activities with limited noise: At Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius, visitors appreciate the small but pristine water body. "Lake Vesuvius is small but beautiful," reports one camper. Another adds, "There's a power limit on the boats so you feel like you're actually part of the forest."
Wildlife viewing close to camp: Burr Oak State Park Campground offers frequent animal encounters right from your site. "We spent most of the time on the water but the campsites were nice in a simple kind of way," states one visitor. Another camper mentions seeing "lots of deer" near the campground.
Secluded tent sites: At Lake Hope State Park Campground, many visitors appreciate the privacy. "You rarely, if ever, will have to contend with neighbors," wrote one camper. Another noted, "Each time I have stayed at Lake Hope State Park, I have marveled at why there are only a few stray campers in a state park of 190 sites."
Winter camping availability: Several parks maintain year-round operations with adjusted facilities. A Burr Oak visitor explained, "We actually stayed at the lodge and it was lovely. We would hike around during the day and swim inside as it was before spring."
Proximity to historic sites: The region contains numerous iron furnace remnants and mining history. One reviewer at Lake Hope highlighted that "Hope furnace is just outside the campground" and "the haunted Moonville Tunnel is nearby and worth the short drive and hike."
Bathroom quality varies significantly: Many campgrounds feature basic or outdated facilities. At Strouds Run State Park Campground, "There are pit toilets, potable water towards the front, and that's it," according to one camper. Another warned, "The sites are not very wide—you are close to your neighbors and there is nothing separating the sites."
Water issues at some locations: Campers frequently mention water quality and pressure concerns. A visitor to Iron Ridge noted, "Beautiful place to camp...but the water pressure was extremely high" while a Forked Run camper observed, "I do like they have water fountains with faucets every 10-15 sites."
Seasonal maintenance limitations: Off-peak camping means reduced services. A winter visitor to Strouds Run reported, "Self paying, off season was $15. But the restrooms were closed." Similarly, a Forked Run visitor noted, "Camp store wasn't open yet for the season."
Activities during downtime: Hocking Hills KOA Holiday provides organized entertainment for children. "There was a nice little pool" and "the shower houses were immaculate," according to one family. Another mentioned that "There are plenty of things for the kids to do."
Budget-friendly water alternatives: When the weather turns hot, seek out swimming beaches rather than paying for water parks. A Lake Hope visitor explained, "We even spent some time at the lake and rented a paddle board and a water bike which was so much fun!"
Wildlife programs for children: Seasonal ranger activities focus on local fauna. "The naturalists feed hummingbirds at the nature center," reported one Lake Hope visitor. "They pull the feeders for awhile leading up to a 'Feed the Hummingbirds' program. So cool! The birds come right to you!"
Site leveling challenges: The hilly terrain requires preparation. At Top O' The Caves Campground, "Campsites in the woods are a bit close and on a slight incline," notes one RVer. Similarly, a Lake Hope visitor warned, "Camp sites are very small and very unlevel, had to raise back of camper and put front about a 1/4" off ground to get close to level."
Limited cell connectivity: Digital nomads should prepare for isolation. "No internet or phone service so great to disconnect," reported a Lake Hope visitor. This limitation extends across most area campgrounds.
Electric hookup variability: Not all campgrounds offer full amenities. A Burr Oak visitor pointed out that "There are some really beautiful sites, but there are only a few with electric. The addition of concrete pads and electric would improve the campground considerably."
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