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BIG "D" Oasis
BIG "D" Oasis
94%
(24)
4.2mi from Shenango River Lake · 17 sites · Tents, RVs
This is a just out of town with a wooded camp area next to bubbling Yankee creek. Just under the ridge of the last known Indian tribe settlement in Trumbull County ohio.
Several old trees date back to the original settlers.
We have provided brick fire rings, colored led lights, log benches and firewood and trash receptacles
Make yourself at home for a night or two.....
We now have firewood with a donation box, so you don't have to bring firewood.
We also have a large green house and nursery up the property and you can purchase salad lettuce, tomatoes and fresheners, garden vegetables..
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$20
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Bill S. and Nancy's property
Bill S. and Nancy's property
99%
(308)
8.7mi from Shenango River Lake · 11 sites · Tents, RVs
The toilet is not available in winter due to freezing temps. We keep it open through October and generally close it sometime in November.
It's pretty dark here. There are no large cities anywhere around here.
My family moved here in 1957 and I purchased it from my father in 1975.
My wife is responsible for much of the landscaping and home improvements that have been done since 1990.
We are retired self-employed .
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$24
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Bending Oak Permaculture Farm
Bending Oak Permaculture Farm
100%
(21)
11mi from Shenango River Lake · 20 sites · Tents, Lodging
Bending Oak Farm is an educational farm on 25 formerly clear cut acres. We are committed to our mission creating a more sustainable world by showing people what is possible. Through classes, workshops, school tours, community programs and hands-on experiences, we look to demonstrate attainable practices to better the lives of all people. We invite you to come and experience how you can create a more sustainable life for you, your family, friends and your community. To ensure an environment that is family friendly and mitigate the risk of injury Bending Oak does not permit alcoholic beverages or recreational drugs at the farm.
Guests who stay in one of our permaculture cabins are participating in a permaculture design process where the goal is to create a system of abundance. During your stay, you will be challenged to think differently about how you go about meeting your daily needs. By design, you will encounter limits to the typical expectations of your living space, which grants you the opportunity to think deeply about what really is important to you and join us in exploring effective possibilities in meeting these expectations. After all, necessity is the mother of invention.
This is our first study of building a sustainable living environment. We started with a blank slate, a new system designed with the permaculture principles in mind and the intention of ultimately creating a living space with the creature comforts we have all grown accustomed to. Eventually we will be building the next round of accommodations (principal: Small & Slow Solutions). When staying in one of our cabins, you are participating in this process by sharing with us your experience (principal: Observe & Interact), letting us know what you have discovered you can and can not live without, and possible solutions to efficiently address those needs and wants (principal: Apply Self Regulation & Accept Feedback).
We look forward to your stay with us and your participation in creating abundance in this living space!
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$30
/ night
CHERRY VALLEY CHILL
CHERRY VALLEY CHILL
100%
(18)
26mi from Shenango River Lake · 1 site · Lodging
In the heart of farm country, just down the road from the Amish country store and minutes from pymatuning park and reservoir with great fishing, pontoon rental and a nice beach, Local wineries and several public golf courses , 30 minutes south of historic Ashtabula harbor and walnut beach on beautiful lake erie and quiet country roads to bike ride, just minutes from the new green way trail.
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$80
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Starr Farm
Starr Farm
100%
(45)
27mi from Shenango River Lake · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:500 acres Heavily forested hardwood stand with lots of wildlife and activities in Northwestern Pennsylvania. Many trails for hiking, biking. Peaceful solitude.
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$50
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Stoney Run Primitive Tent Camping
Stoney Run Primitive Tent Camping
100%
(28)
28mi from Shenango River Lake · 5 sites · Tents
Located along beautiful little Sandy Creek and stoney run flowing through the property there is lots of places to fish explore and even a few spots deep enough to swim
The campsites are spread out fairly well not like most campgrounds we want you to have your privacy and enjoy the outdoors
Each campsite comes with a fire ring and picnic table there is a community porta Jon from memorial day to Labor Day and firewood for sale on site
If you’d like to check us out on facebook our page is (stony run primitive tent camping)
Or if you have any questions, my phone number is 8146730943 Curtis
I hope you come and enjoy a few nights with us
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$15
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Tiny Home on the Hill
Tiny Home on the Hill
98%
(87)
28mi from Shenango River Lake · 4 sites · Lodging
Learn more about this land:
The TINY HOME features:
• 240 square feet plus sleeping for five. We have one queen sized and two single beds in the loft area. We have a comfortable single daybed on the first floor. We provide towels, comforters and pillows. We ask that Campers bring their own sheets or sleeping bags. House features a small kitchen and a full bathroom with a shower. We recommend short showers due to small hot water tanks.
• Electric fireplace, and a split unit provides air conditioning and heat.
• Refrigerator and electric stove.
• Large wooden covered front porch.
The SITE also features:
• Wooded trails
• Three fire pits with plentiful free firewood
• 250 square foot pavilion with picnic table.
• Trails thru woods plus large lawn area
OTHER:
We now accept pets. We charge $15.00 per pet per night. Pets must stay on the first floor.
• Recommend good tires, or 4 wheel drive to get up driveway, deflating tires may be necessary in bad weather.
• No Smoking Inside
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$84
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Aspen Overlook Campsite
Aspen Overlook Campsite
100%
(14)
28mi from Shenango River Lake · 1 site · Tent, RV
Very private setting in rural farmlands with ponds, trails and woods to explore. 2.5 Miles to Yogi Bear Waterpark . You will be able to pitch your tent or small pop-up in dense hemlocks or in a sunny level grassy area. Site comes with electric. For the Waterpark you can obtain a day pass and visit the park.
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$45
/ night
French Creek Farms
French Creek Farms
96%
(14)
29mi from Shenango River Lake · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
French Creek Farms is a 50+ acre farm nestled along the banks of French Creek in Venango County Pennsylvania. We have creekside sites as well as some field side sites with water access. You can kayak and canoe on French Creek or just bring some floats if you don't want to paddle.
There is a short walking trail on the grounds that leads through our Christmas tree farm. You can also fish from the banks or in a small pond on the property. There are some state and county parks within driving range such as Two-mile run County Park and Lake Wilhelm State Park.
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$30
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Four winds.pottery barn
Four winds.pottery barn
97%
(35)
29mi from Shenango River Lake · 151 sites · Tents, RVs
The property is located where the old me Moon Hill Indian tribes used to live I found a couple arrowheads here in thereLearn more about this land:Open field gently Rolling Hill and some words a beautiful little creek Outback plenty of shade along the tree line what's stupendous sunsets a nice quiet place you're enjoy a campfire
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$18
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Hickory Shores Farm
Hickory Shores Farm
100%
(44)
30mi from Shenango River Lake · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
In 1955 when my family bought our 180-acre farm, there were Shagbark Hickory trees lining both shores of a rock-filled stream. Years later a 550-acre lake was created from damming our stream and Hickory shores became the wildlife- filled headwaters. Bald Eagles, fox, river otters, ospreys, beaver, and deer are frequent visitors to our farm along with other water birds and wildlife.
Recreational opportunities are plentiful including fishing, paddle boarding, canoeing and kayaking. The 50 mile Western Reserve Greenway paved bike trail is 1 1/2 miles away on country roads and other adjoining roads create unlimited quiet country rides and walks. In 2023 we have added a 3/4 mile wooded trail along the shores of Rock Creek with lookouts and 27 numbered stops. These stops are described in our Hickory Shores interpretive guide available at the trailhead. Additional hiking trails continue upstream and connect two seasonal waterfalls on the property. Benches along the way provide quiet spots to rest or picnic.
Spectacular sunsets, a quiet country paved road and Amish buggies await your visit. We are in Ashtabula County, home to 32 wineries and 19 covered bridges including the shortest and longest in the U.S. The second weekend in October brings the Covered Bridge Festival in nearby Jefferson, Ohio. We are conveniently located south of Lake Erie and 16 miles east of Pymatuning Reservoir for additional recreational opportunities.
We currently offer 2 campsites, and both are conveniently located near a cottage style bathroom which features a flush toilet and shower. The electric site provides a 30 amps connection and a hook-up to water if desired.
Each site has a campfire ring with outdoor chairs. A redwood picnic table is located at each site. An outdoor utility sink is also provided for dishwashing and can be found outside the bathhouse. Abundant firewood is available for $5.00 a wheelbarrow. (Honor system). If you are bringing dogs, please be aware that Sunny the inside/outside cat may greet you (he loves to say hello). For his safety and the safety of your pet, please keep dogs leashed.
Please NO SMOKING allowed on farm or in bathroom.
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$35
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Hog Wild Farm
Hog Wild Farm
98%
(22)
30mi from Shenango River Lake · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
YOU MUST CALL BEFORE BOOKING WILL BE APPROVED.
814-673-8460
not text or message -call please.
Thank You.
We are Marty and Deborah. Welcome to our 40 hidden acres of paradise where we are surrounded by wildlife and raise much of our food including beef, pork, chickens and a productive garden. We have multiple campsites here from wooded to open field or by the pond so come and pick one that suits you best.
We are adjacent to the Kennerdell Tract Of Clear Creek State Forest which has miles of hiking and biking trails as well as the Allegheny River which provides fishing, boating, kayak/ canoeing opportunities. There is also The Allegheny River Trail which provides miles of paved bike trails.
What we offer: We are not a campground and do not offer multi-night stays
We are vandwellers when we are traveling. As such we understand the problems associated with finding a spot to overnight.
We offer just that, a safe, quiet stop over for the night. That being said, if you need an extra day feel free to ask, we often say yes.
We enjoy our quiet country life and request limited use of generators, Thank You
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Matthew
3 weeks ago
Tent
This was an absolutely beautiful camping spot!! We really could not ask for better. We had ourselves a Christmas hot tent camp right along side a gorgeous creek. We'll secluded and very peaceful. Thank you guys sooooo much! We definitely plan on returning often!
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Devan
November 2025
Tent
With pets
Michael’s land is gorgeous and it was heaven to have it to ourselves. We especially loved the trails in the wooded area. There’s an awesome fire pit too. Looking forward to another opportunity to tent-camp there!
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Karen
November 2025
With pets
I had a great weekend of camping. The cabin was clean and very comfortable. The wood burning stove provided the perfect amount of warmth. I enjoyed the sounds of all the wildlife outside the doors. From the geese to the pack of howling coyotes, to all the farm animals in the area. Tim had the outside fire pit already set and the inside stove as well. He made sure we were stocked with more than enough wood for the weekend, and messaged me to make sure I still had enough wood. The outdoor porta potty was very clean and a very nice perk from our normal camping locations. It was also nice being able to let my dog run free all weekend. He enjoyed that very much. I highly recommend this site and will definitely be coming back here again!
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Carolyn
November 2025
With pets
We were warmly greeted by host with fire blazing in fire pit & woodstove! Plenty of firewood provided. Very appreciated on a cold evening in Nov! Beautiful site!!! Can’t say enough! Loved all of the lights, the pull down platform was great for our folding mattress, even a charging station for our phones, plenty of room for ourselves & our pups. The outhouse was convenient & clean. Felt very private. Highly recommend!
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Karen
October 2025
16 ft car
Bill and Nancy were very quick to respond, accommodating and helpful! He even even offered to loan me a sleeping bag when the weather was colder than I'd planned for! I ended up caught in traffic and was not able to stay there, but I have their place on my list for cross-country drives!
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Stephen
October 2025
Tent
Amazing place, Todd is a great host with a great setup!
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Eva
October 2025
With pets
Very private . Nicely kept tiny home. Had everything we needed.
Bring sheets if sleeping bag and own towels. But I didn’t find that to be an issue. Great place for dogs as well.
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Clark
October 2025
Tent
Beautiful and private. Camping next to the creek was awesome. Will definitely be back!
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Mark
October 2025
Tent
Great private camp spot on a beautiful property in a scenic community!
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Sarah
October 2025
16 ft car
Lovely spot to explore! A little something by for everyone there! Wildlife, old foundations to hunt for, beautiful streams- PERFECT open spot to star gaze
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Tom
October 2025
16 ft car
Description was detailed and goat sounds were real. Horses roam in their fenced area.
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Terrence
October 2025
Tent
We stayed at site #5 and everything was perfect. The host Curtis and the site. We arrived and noticed he left some dry kindling to start a fire and they have plenty of firewood to purchase. The tent was clean and even had a chair to use. The bathroom was really close and the views were amazing. We definitely will return in the future.
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Barby
October 2025
Group trip
So peaceful and charming. Had the best weekend. Just bring your own sheets and food and everything else is provided. You will have an amazing time at this tiny house.
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Christina
October 2025
With pets
Very clean and comfortable with nearby winery’s and activities. It was a blast watching the pup enjoy himself.
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Lori
October 2025
Tent
Owner was extremely helpful and accommodating. Will definitely be looking to stay here again next year. Beautiful property.
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Joseph
October 2025
1 night at Tiny Home on the Hill
Compact, cozy , clean house with porch view. Lovely surroundings with outdoor covered fire pit and grill.
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Cassandra
October 2025
23 ft Class C
We parked our short bus at the hill top and had the most RESTFUL stay with Bill and Nancy. No one else had booked the weekdays we stayed and it was such a treat to enjoy the sounds of turkeys, birds, and gentle rain all to ourselves.
Having the flushable toilet on site was wonderful (rare to find). The hilltop felt private as could be. We enjoyed fires for 2 nights with the bundle provided, and there was still a bit left. Pokeberries abundant for painters!
Bill and Nancy are kind, considerate, and have a lovely kept home and property. We were beside ourself with the peace we felt during our stay and will definitely try to stop back on our way home.
There's a rifle range in the distance but for a person who struggles with PTSD, the sounds were few and far between, and distant. For as many stays as I've come across this, it was entirely manageable 🩷 appreciation to bill for the heads up when we arrived/met.
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Grant
October 2025
16 ft car
Lots of space for camping, great views, and Todd is great!
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Marianna
October 2025
17 ft fifth wheel
We had a great time! Last minute stay but it was beautiful and the hosts were very friendly and accommodating! Definitely will be back!
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Abbey
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Curt was quick to respond to my question and was very helpful. The location was easy to find and clean! Very cute spot right in the creek.
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You can get into all sorts of shenanigans in Shenango River Lake Park. River shenanigans are the best here, from fishing on a lazy day to kayaking on a more adventurous one, and just about every water-related thing you can imagine in between. You can also get into lots of shenanigans in the forested hills throughout the park all year-round. In the summer, wrangle yourself a horse and take a gallop along one of the many equestrian trails, or stick to your feet and explore a maze of hiking trails.
When the winter winds begin to blow and a blanket of snow covers the ground, it’s time to whip out your snowshoes and cross country skis, or the horse(power) of the snow—the snowmobile. Finally, if you’re interested in history shenanigans, check out the well-preserved remains of the Erie Extension Canal, which played a major role in the economic development of Northwestern Pennsylvania. Or head over to the charming and historic Kidds Mill Covered Bridge. We aren’t kidding when we say there really are shenanigans for everybody to get into at Shenango River Lake.
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