River, stream, or creek camping near Amherst

Iconic sandstone formations and pine forests surround campgrounds near Amherst.

98% (569 reviews)

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Ohio
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Amherst

98% (569 reviews)

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Amanda

1 week ago

Tent

1 night at Camp near the Portage Lakes

My friend and I felt very comfortable staying here! The host was welcoming and there right when we arrived to guide us on where to go. Great communication through the app as well. Would recommend to anyone coming for Cuyahoga National Park or Portage Lake.

Weekend Trip to Three Dog Homestead

The campsite on Hannah's property is secluded and set up very nicely. My husband and I spent two nights there and we're very comfortable. I would definitely recommend this spot. It is close to Blossom Music Center. If you are seeing a show, this is a great place to camp!

1 night at Riverside Camping

The property is really beautiful! The hosts were absolutely amazing and so friendly. Bryan was very accommodating! We tent camped and really enjoyed bird watching and fishing. The only thing I would recommend when staying here is having some earplugs for sleeping. There are train tracks very close by and the train does run through the day/night. Other than that, it was a perfect stay and made our Memorial Day weekend so relaxing. Would recommend and will be back to stay again! :)

Weekend Trip to Riverside Camping

Fun place by the river with only a few sites. There is a train nearby but didn’t bother us very much. This is a good home base for birding activities!

Coffee table with tea kettle and tea bags for your convenience.

Jennifer

2 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Hemlock & Hobbit Forest

We absolutely loved our stay, it was the perfect weekend away from the city. The cabin was more spacious than I expected and very clean. The bed was surprisingly comfortable and cozy. Our host, Melissa was amazing! She greeted us upon arrival and gave us a tour of the area and offered recommendations of things to do. She even stopped by the next day to make sure we had everything we needed.

Weekend Trip to Riverside Camping

The campsite was lovely: right on a small pond where I woke up to a deer drinking water, rabbits hopping about, a turtle, and bald eagles. Bryan and his wife were super friendly and gracious hosts- loved the tour of the animals and the eggs were delicious! Close enough to town to partake in a lot of different activities but still out of the way enough to feel out in nature. It is RIGHT NEXT TO a busy train track, though. Bring ear plugs if you're a light sleeper.

Collin

2 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Riverside Camping

Great stop on our trip down south. The grass is super soft for walking around the site and they’re right on the river. Hosts were super friendly and welcoming!

1 night at Riverside Camping

We had a wonderful time camping on Bryan’s Land. The location of site 2 is absolutely gorgeous. My son enjoyed exploring around the site with views of the bay and marsh. There is a port-o-potty within short walking distance of the site. It was very clean. Bryan and his wife checked up on us several times during our stay-even delivering firewood to us at our request. There are many activities on site including axe throwing, kayak rentals, and lots of cool animals to look at. We didn’t get to enjoy any of these things since it was chilly when we camped here- but we are definitely planning a trip back later this year when it is warmer.

Mindi

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Hemlock & Hobbit Forest

We had a great time in Melissa's cabin. She was able to switch our reservation to another building as the one I booked had storm damage. We enjoyed the fire pit and string lights she has set up on a crisp evening along with a visit from one of her cats. Loved the water gallon, kettle, mugs, tea, and chocolates, umbrella in the cabin along with queen bed and futon. In the morning, we went to see her chickens, pigs, and peacocks on the property. There is another tiny cabin being built next door that would be nice for group stays once it is available. We enjoyed seeing all the unique homes nearby while heading over to CVNP for hikes at Kendall Lake, Salt Run, Brandywine Falls & Gorge. Also nearby tons of restaurants and shops. We enjoyed Seoul Garden. Perfect for a little getaway. Melissa was very kind and responsive. We appreciated the video she sent to show what to expect before we headed there.

Weekend Trip to Riverside Camping

We had such a wonderful experience! Great host's, welcoming and friendly. We had fun fishing, walking the land, and visiting all the animals. We can't wait to get back during warmer weather to go kayaking!

1 night at Riverside Camping

Great place. Had the area all to ourselves. Wish we could have taken advantage of the kayaks but arrived too late. The train is loud but we got used to it and it stopped at one point. Would definitely come back if we were in the area. Wish it had a hookup or two, but it's okay. Bryan was a great host. great place

1 night at Three Dog Homestead

Tent camping was awesome here. Very quiet and peaceful, the hammock was easily the best part of the trip

Weekend Trip to Riverside Camping

We had a great time and Brian was a great Host. He was very helpful and accommodating. The site was well kept and organized. There is a lot to enjoy and see at this site and we are talking about visiting this place again. We stayed in site #2. They have plenty to see and add to your outdoor needs.

Weekend Trip to Riverside Camping

Came up for the weekend to check out Maggee Marsh, Camp sites are spacious, private and scenic. lots of room for the kids to run around and explore, kept busy fishing in the small pond, saw many different birds. Lots of amenties at the camp office, we got to enjoy the canoes and giant yahtzee. Bryan was friendly, easy to communicate with, and provided great service delivering firewood to our site. Only downside is the close proximity to the train tracks, trains were pretty frequent at all hours on Friday, Saturday there was much less train traffic. Would definetly stay again.

1 night at Riverside Camping

This is a nice hipcamp that I would recommend. The owners keep an eye out on the campers without intruding.

Weekend Trip to Riverside Camping

Crappy weather off weekend was still fun. Able to get so much wood to burn (probably the favorite part about camping). Beautiful place. His kids were very respectful and all around good vibes. The trains were a bummer at first but when you turn it into a joke you get over it quickly. We are interested in coming back to do the activities.

Bailey

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Hemlock & Hobbit Forest

A perfect cozy spot for those spending time in Cuyahoga Valley National Park. It was 10-15 minutes away from the trailheads we wanted to visit and from downtown Penisula. The bed was comfortable, and the whole cabin was welcoming and beautiful.

1 night at Hemlock & Hobbit Forest

I didn't stay in the cedar cabin, it was too cold and the roof was leaking when I scheduled so the wonderful host graciously offered me her much cozier "hobbit" house, which was essentially the same size but warmer. I have to say it was one if the coolest eco friendly houses I've ever stayed in! Really thoughtful attention to details such as the assymetric construction based on the layout of the slope and hillside. An inspiring example of how human structures can interact organically with, and even be enhanced by the natural world. All of this is only to say the host is a really welcoming, and vibrant individual and such a wonderful property is surely an extension of their warm artistry.

1 night at Three Dog Homestead

Hannah was very nice, I arrived late got parked had a good night's sleep. Thanks

Weekend Trip to Three Dog Homestead

We bought our teardrop here in early November. Even with most of the leaves on the trees down it was nice. No interference from the neighbors. Wood was available for purchase and stacked nicely. We had a lovely fire Saturday night. We would stay again

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Riverside Camping

5 sites · RVs, Tents94 acres · Port Clinton, OH

We have a kayak and canoe livery called Portage River Paddling Company. We are nestled on 94 acres on the Portage River. You will be camping in the back of our property along the Portage River. You will be just a 5 minute walk from renting kayaks, canoes, stand-up paddle boards, gem mining, axe throwing, cornhole, giant Jenga, goats, Gizmo the 160 pound Sulcata Tortoise, Jasper the iguana and more!

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Blueberry Farm Campsites

2 sites · Tents8 acres · Amherst, OH

We have lived here since 2004, the blueberries have lived here for over 60 years. This site has more topography than most of the surrounding county. Learn more about this land: Several sites available on an organic blueberry farm near Oberlin College and Lake Erie. Blueberries are ripe in July. Site #2 is down by the Chance Creek, about 1/2 mile from the driveway. Very peaceful down there - a walk-in site. Site #1 is about 100 yards from the driveway, Site #1 also has access to a small shed. Both sites are woodsy and away from neighbors, roads and houses, however the interstate is not far. When the wind blows from the north you can barely hear it, but when a south wind blows and/or there is rain on the interstate, it can be pretty loud. We don't have a latrine. We have two "luggable-loo's" if you need them, have liners, too.

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Three Dog Homestead

2 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Akron, OH

I started this 2 acre homestead earlier this year. It is home to myself, my three dogs, a couple ducks, turkeys, and a crap ton of chickens. I’m very close to all the creature comforts like Walmart and Target, but the property is wooded on three sides so you feel like you’ve gotten away from the city. There is a small creek my dogs love to play in and a large field for frisbee and star gazing. There are hikes close by at Little Turtle Pond and many restaurants within 10 minutes like Woodys, NauitiVine and Magic City Brewery. If you enjoy boating Nimistila Reservoir (electric only very kayak friendly) and Portage Lakes are a quick 12 minute drive. I look forward to meeting you soon!

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

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