The best river, stream, or creek RV campgrounds near Atwater, Ohio

Looking for an RV camping experience near Atwater, Ohio? Hipcamp has over 1100 options to choose from, all with river access. The Lake at the Flying J Farm (319 reviews), Grins & Pickin's CampFarm (258 reviews), and The Turkey Hollow Campground (239 reviews) are just a few of the top-rated options available. Average nightly rates are around $35, with options as low as $5. Popular amenities include trash, toilets, and potable water, while boating, wildlife watching, and exploring historic sites are some of the popular activities to enjoy.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking for an RV camping experience near Atwater, Ohio? Hipcamp has over 1100 options to choose from, all with river access. The Lake at the Flying J Farm (319 reviews), Grins & Pickin's CampFarm (258 reviews), and The Turkey Hollow Campground (239 reviews) are just a few of the top-rated options available. Average nightly rates are around $35, with options as low as $5. Popular amenities include trash, toilets, and potable water, while boating, wildlife watching, and exploring historic sites are some of the popular activities to enjoy.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. DLR Mustang Ranch

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31mi from Atwater · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Salineville, OH

Located roughly 20 miles from Beaver Creek State Park, DLR Mustang Ranch is a 17-acre peaceful sanctuary for many wild and previously wild mustangs. The Ranch offers veteran and first responder mustang programs year-round. Please let us know if you are a veteran or first responder for a special rate. Accommodations include a small one-room cabin nestled on a little pond a stone's throw from the main house and veteran program area. The cabin has electricity, a microwave, small refrigerator, tv, futon, heating and cooling; however, it does not have plumbing. Nearby is an outhouse with electricity and a water pump fed from well water. There is a firepit for cooking and picnic tables available. There is also a flat space for tent camping right beside the cabin area. The outhouse and firepit are shared between the cabin and tent campers. If you prefer a more secluded experience, please book both sites. There is space for an RV in the driveway next to the woods with electric hookup and access to the outhouse, water pump, and firepit. While this is a working ranch with farm animals, our aim is to create a peaceful relaxing environment in order to unwind and enjoy the creation around us. Going in the pastures with horses while unaccompanied by the owners is prohibited; however, it can be arranged for you to meet and interact with the mustangs if interested. There are other farm animals including a sheep, a goat, pigs, donkeys, peacocks, turkeys, chickens, ducks and barn cats on the premises. If you want a quaint country escape complete with farm sounds, this is the spot for you!

2. BIG "D" Oasis

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35mi from Atwater · 17 sites · Tents, RVs · Brookfield Center, OH

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..

3. Memory Park Campground

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36mi from Atwater · 28 sites · Tents, RVs · Mineral City, OH

Memory Park is a primitive, beautifully maintained family-owned private campground located near beautiful Atwood Lake State Park. First developed in 1968, Memory Park offers peace, quiet, and tranquility for you and your family for that perfect weekday or weekend getaway . There are plenty of primitive sites to choose from, including Murphy Meadow, Outback Bend, Honeymoon Point, and Shady Rest, just to name a few. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire pit. Firewood is available ($10 through hipcamp or cash on-site per full wheelbarrow load). Memory Park is the ideal rustic environment to restore the soul, including simple activities like sitting around a fire, reading or taking a nap, hiking, cooking over the fire, observing nature, and enjoying fellowship with friends. Memory Park can be your 'go to' camp spot, especially for Buckeye Trail hikers! Water is available from two hand pumps on the property. Electricity is not available. Quiet generators are welcome. A clean port-a-jon is maintained for our campers.

4. Berlin Lake

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338 sites · Lake Milton, Ohio

Don’t worry hunters, fishers, and gatherers, there’s enough of Berlin Lake to go around! The more lake the merrier, right? This 8.518-acre wildlife area is most known for it’s fishin’ and huntin’. Other reasons for which--shall we say--the areas has become popular for includes dog training, and hunting dog field trials. Walleye, bass, and crappie dominate the fishing in Berlin Lake. And there is also a class D shooting range nearby. So what if you don’t want to hunt? You better believe that there is boating, picnicking, camping, and whatever other adventures you can imagine your two feet taking you to in the area. Fish on!

5. Beaver Creek State Park

25 sites · Lake Tomahawk, Ohio

Follow your bliss to Beaver Creek. Cradled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in eastern Ohio, it’s quite the sight to behold! This wonderland is comprised of Little Beaver Creek, which is a state and national wild and scenic river, and 2,722 acres of forest wilderness. The park’s rich human history, unique geology and unusual flora and fauna make it nirvana for historians and naturalists alike. Campgrounds, including group sites and a primitive area, rest along Little Beaver Creek. Several miles of hiking trails also meander along its edge, freckled with delicate wildflowers.

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6. Heritage Lake Farm

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23mi from Atwater · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Garrettsville, OH

Heritage Lake Farm features Heritage Lake, of course, a 2-acre spring-fed lake in the headwaters of Ohio's Grand River. Heritage Lake offers fishing, a swimming platform with a diving board, a diving board, a trapeze swing. Park your RV, motorhome or self-contained trailer just off the driveway south of the Host's main cabin for water, electric and sewer on property. Tent Camping can be separately booked at FarmStay - Tent @HeritageLakeFarm and is allowed most anywhere on the farm as long as it will not interfere with seasonal agricultural operations. Two vintage sleeping cabins can be separately booked at FarmStay - Cabin1 or FarmStay - Cabin2 @HeritageLakeFarm. Heritage Lake Farm has abundant wildlife and offers excellent opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and foraging.

7. Resilient Acres

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39mi from Atwater · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Chardon, OH

Resilient Acres is located on 90 acres of fields, streams, and forests in Chardon, OH. If you or anyone you know is an aspiring regenerative / permaculture farmer, please invite them to apply! For every applicant you refer to us you get a free firewood bundle and for every applicant accepted into the program you get a free farm stay! Since 2014, Resilient Acres has been growing into a homestead-style farm with permaculture gardens, a hugelkultur orchard, chickens, bees, sheep, goats, developing food forests. Agritourism is an essential part of the offerings of the farm. Every hip camp stay, for example, includes a bundle of firewood which is one of our agroforestry products. And often there are opportunities to purchase other farm products, or to participate in educational offerings

8. Youngs Valley

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39mi from Atwater · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Darlington, PA

Learn more about this land: Howdy Everyone!! I have space behind my garage that 1-4 four campers could easily boondock, Can also have access to ONE FULL HOOK UP along side my new garage. I now have water to the garage along with 30 amp, 50 amp & sewage for full hook ups... Also have a 30 amp hook up on the other side of my garage. Tent campers can camp anywhere on the property they wish, pick a spot, build a fire, enjoy!!!

9. Hickory Shores Farm

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43mi from Atwater · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Rome, OH

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.

10. Tomlinson Run State Park

55 sites · New Cumberland, West Virginia

Discover Tomlinson Run State Park's natural beauty and outdoor fun.

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11. Pymatuning State Park

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443 sites · Pymatuning South, Pennsylvania

Discover Pymatuning State Park's natural beauty and outdoor activities.

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Heritage Lake Farm

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23mi from Atwater · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Garrettsville, OH

Heritage Lake Farm features Heritage Lake, of course, a 2-acre spring-fed lake in the headwaters of Ohio's Grand River. Heritage Lake offers fishing, a swimming platform with a diving board, a diving board, a trapeze swing. Park your RV, motorhome or self-contained trailer just off the driveway south of the Host's main cabin for water, electric and sewer on property. Tent Camping can be separately booked at FarmStay - Tent @HeritageLakeFarm and is allowed most anywhere on the farm as long as it will not interfere with seasonal agricultural operations. Two vintage sleeping cabins can be separately booked at FarmStay - Cabin1 or FarmStay - Cabin2 @HeritageLakeFarm. Heritage Lake Farm has abundant wildlife and offers excellent opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and foraging.

Resilient Acres

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39mi from Atwater · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · Chardon, OH

Resilient Acres is located on 90 acres of fields, streams, and forests in Chardon, OH. If you or anyone you know is an aspiring regenerative / permaculture farmer, please invite them to apply! For every applicant you refer to us you get a free firewood bundle and for every applicant accepted into the program you get a free farm stay! Since 2014, Resilient Acres has been growing into a homestead-style farm with permaculture gardens, a hugelkultur orchard, chickens, bees, sheep, goats, developing food forests. Agritourism is an essential part of the offerings of the farm. Every hip camp stay, for example, includes a bundle of firewood which is one of our agroforestry products. And often there are opportunities to purchase other farm products, or to participate in educational offerings

Youngs Valley

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39mi from Atwater · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Darlington, PA

Learn more about this land: Howdy Everyone!! I have space behind my garage that 1-4 four campers could easily boondock, Can also have access to ONE FULL HOOK UP along side my new garage. I now have water to the garage along with 30 amp, 50 amp & sewage for full hook ups... Also have a 30 amp hook up on the other side of my garage. Tent campers can camp anywhere on the property they wish, pick a spot, build a fire, enjoy!!!

Hickory Shores Farm

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43mi from Atwater · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Rome, OH

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.

Public campgrounds near Atwater

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Mill Creek Campground

8.4mi from Atwater · 338 sites · Tents, RVs · in Berlin Lake

Beaver Creek Campground

35mi from Atwater · 25 sites · Tents, RVs · in Beaver Creek State Park

Tomlinson Run Campground

45mi from Atwater · 55 sites · Tents, RVs · in Tomlinson Run State Park

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Jamestown Campground

48mi from Atwater · 333 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pymatuning State Park

Stories from the community

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Devan

3 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Heritage Lake Farm

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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Francesca

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to DLR Mustang Ranch

Our stay was perfect, the site is beautiful and well kept and the host was very welcoming and kind to our two boys. She showed us all their animals and told us their backstories and even let our oldest help feed the chickens. She provided snacks for the horses which we were able to feed whenever we wanted. They come right up to the tent site and the cabin. We felt very safe and it was easy to find when driving in. Each animal we interacted with was good, the turkey will climb on your shoulder and the cats will sit on you by the fire. We are very happy and plan to come back again! If you want a more private stay I would recommend booking both the tent site and the cabin if possible. The out house and fire pit are communal so if you don’t you’ll end up getting cozy with some strangers.

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Nicholas

September 2025

Tent

1 night at BIG "D" Oasis

Awesome, peaceful scenery! This spot has a real charm to it,:and as soon as you cross that Red, Metal bridge...it's like your in another world altogether. If you need to get away and clear your head, this is definitely your place! Firewood was provided all over the grounds which was a pleasant bonus as well..😉 Thanks Anthony!

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Kristen

September 2025

26 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Heritage Lake Farm

Beautiful property. Had so much fun fishing and hanging out on the dock. Very private. It was too chilly to swim but we would definitely go back during warmer weather. Michael was very responsive and helpful.

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urban

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Youngs Valley

Very secluded feeling while being minutes away from major retailers. Quiet and peaceful. Bountiful wildlife white tail deer and turkey.

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urban

July 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Youngs Valley

Quiet peaceful plenty of shade and it's fun to watch the wildlife.

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Adam

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Heritage Lake Farm

For those that can't get by without a shower this is great. The basement level of the cabin has all the house essentials, but you still get to stay in a tent or rv for everything else associated with camping. Our dog enjoyed being off leash at the property and we loves being the only ones there.

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urban

July 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Youngs Valley

The tent camping was amazing.saw tons of deer and even turkey.it is best wild camp but at the same time is only a few minutes from major stores for those last items that got forgotten. The host was pleasant and came to the site and advised me of more attractions and features on the property. Also informed me of near by historic areas and hiking trails. I've only been home for a couple of hours and I'm already planning my next trip.

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Kayla

July 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to BIG "D" Oasis

We loved camping here!! It was perfect! The water right beside the campsite and it was super peaceful! Would definitely recommend camping here! The hammock is super relaxing as well. Plenty of pre cut fire wood up the hill with a donation box!

Aurelio

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to DLR Mustang Ranch

We had a remarkable time at the DRL Mustang Ranch! We were seeking the perfect place to camp and enjoy nature, and boy did we find it. From the stunning mustangs, donkeys, peacocks, ducks, and of course Fred the friendly Turkey, we truly had a wonderful time and were one with nature. Thank you Renee and Dale for being fantastic and friendly hosts. Thank you also for the amazing work that you’re doing to impact mustangs, veterans, and people with all abilities!

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Claire

July 2025

Tent

1 night at BIG "D" Oasis

Beautiful chill spot. Nice firepit and great firewood supply, great to wake up under the trees. Friendly, easy.

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Motojiro

July 2025

Tent

1 night at Heritage Lake Farm

I can enjoy dinner and camp fire. And millions of star.

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Stephanie

July 2025

34 ft Class C

2 nights at Heritage Lake Farm

This was my first time using the Hipcamp app. We enjoyed two quiet and peaceful nights! Serene and beautiful. All of the directions were spot on! I really appreciated it as it was only my second time camping with the Class C RV. We will definitely go back!

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Lindsay

June 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to DLR Mustang Ranch

The farm that this campsite is located on sure lives up to its name. We enjoyed many other animals on top of the beautiful equine that surrounded us. The willingness of the owner to help us out in any way possible was pleasantly surprising. They also carry out an awesome mission there that you would have to check out for yourself. We can't wait until next year when we will visit again. Great experience!

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Susan

June 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at BIG "D" Oasis

Once I realized where to park and camp it was a lovely time! Be prepared to carry your items from the parking area to the camping site. The river/creek is beautiful and the trees provide a lot of privacy from the residential area around. It is a safe space with a fire pit, garbage can, and seating. There was some poison ivy to avoid but that's nature. Firewood available by donation. Some hills to traverse. My deaf dog enjoyed surveying the area, unleashed, safe from the road. Responsive land owner. My dog and I booked a second night because it worked out so well. Close to civilization but secluded enough to feel free to unwind and unplug... however plenty of cell service if listening to an audio book or music.

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Tyler

May 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to BIG "D" Oasis

Great little getaway had a good time very friendly people

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Brian

May 2025

19 ft Class B

With pets

2 nights at Heritage Lake Farm

Phenomenal!! This was our first trip with our new class B camper van and 3 dogs - host was very responsive and the property is amazing. Would not just recommend but plan on staying again as this is only 45 minutes from home. Thanks Michael!!

Kevin

April 2025

20 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to BIG "D" Oasis

Really enjoyed my stay with my little travel trailer at the Big D. Greeted by Tony when I arrived, this place is really laid back and on a very pretty river run on the Ohio Pennsylvania border. Can't wait to stay again.