The best dog-friendly campgrounds near Dayton, Ohio

Camping with pets in Dayton means plenty of room to roam—over 1,300 campsites welcome your four-legged friends. Trails cut through forests and fields, and you’ll find spots with direct access to snow sports, swimming holes, and hiking routes that don’t skimp on scenery. Average night stays run around $45, with options dipping as low as $15 if you’re looking to keep things simple. Most sites offer toilets and showers, so you won’t have to rough it. If you want tried-and-tested spots, start with Todd’s Fork Adventures (154 reviews), Orange Moon (152 reviews), or Sweet Spot by Yellow Springs (122 reviews). Most campers stick close to the water or head out for a day on the trails, so plan on plenty of fresh air for both you and your pup.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Dayton

Camping with pets in Dayton means plenty of room to roam—over 1,300 campsites welcome your four-legged friends. Trails cut through forests and fields, and you’ll find spots with direct access to snow sports, swimming holes, and hiking routes that don’t skimp on scenery. Average night stays run around $45, with options dipping as low as $15 if you’re looking to keep things simple. Most sites offer toilets and showers, so you won’t have to rough it. If you want tried-and-tested spots, start with Todd’s Fork Adventures (154 reviews), Orange Moon (152 reviews), or Sweet Spot by Yellow Springs (122 reviews). Most campers stick close to the water or head out for a day on the trails, so plan on plenty of fresh air for both you and your pup.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Dayton

1. Graystone Ranch

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24mi from Dayton · 4 sites · Lodging

Take it easy at this unique, private and tranquil getaway with 26 wooded acres & a gorgeous park-like setting. Experience a Conestoga wagon with a fantastic view of the swimmable stocked pond for fishing. Peddle boat & John boat available for use. Stroll through wooded trails or hang out on the lawn for picnics & games. Enjoy the Winery down the street or stroll by the shops in Downtown Greenville. A perfect mixture of the rustic Old West, nature and luxury. check Bio for more lodging options! Follow us on fb or ig. @graystonecabins

2. Easy RV Pad

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44mi from Dayton · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

Great century-old farmhouse with plenty of open sky and land! We’re just 15 minutes from Deer Creek State Park — a beautiful destination set amidst rich farmland. The park features a well-appointed resort, marina, large campground, and 18-hole golf course, all blending perfectly with outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, camping, and hiking. It even has a presidential connection with the historic Harding Cabin. Our site is conveniently located just 15 minutes away, with an easy pull-up concrete pad and full hookups. We’re also only 45 minutes from Columbus and about 1 hour and 15 minutes from Cincinnati, making this the perfect spot to enjoy both country charm and city convenience. Come stay for a night or an extended visit — we’d love to have you!

3. Sea of Green Campsite

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44mi from Dayton · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Learn more about this land: If you are here in the spring through fall, you can expect a "sea of green". We are surrounded by corn, soybeans or some other mid-west crop. It's quiet out here, so enjoy the sunshine. We put out a large garden each year and we'd love your help. Right now, we can only offer primitive camping. Our electric is not operational. If there has been a lot of rain (April and part of May), then the ground is too soft for camping. However, if you just need a spot we have some gravel driveways where you can set up. There are lots of places to visit while you are here. Two large lakes with free public access are about 40 miles away - Lake Loramie and Grand Lake St. Marys. Lake Loramie has a public beach, bicycle rentals, canoes and kayaks. There is a great restaurant across from the State Park.

4. Adventure Trails Ohio

49mi from Dayton · 53 sites · RVs

Let the Adventure Begin! With over 65 acres in the beautiful rolling hills of Logan County, Adventure Trails Campground is the ideal location for a fun yet relaxing getaway. We are at one of the highest points in the state and the beautiful scenic drive and hiking views show it! Whether you want to ‘rough it' in a primitive tent site, pull into aV site, indulge in all the comforts of a deluxe cabin, or sleep a group of 20 in our spacious lodge, we've got a place for you and yours! With 3 stocked fishing ponds, canoe/kayak rentals, a beach & swimming pond, and endless hiking and outdoor activities you can be as active as you chose! Forgot the ketchup? No worries, we have a general store complete with candy, ice cream, soda, condiments, cooking supplies, ice, fishing bait, and boating equipment. We also have a never-ending supply of firewood available.

5. Indian Lake Adventures

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49mi from Dayton · 25 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Nestled between Indian Lake and Ohio's favorite small town, Bellefontaine, OH, Indian Lake Adventures is the ideal place to lodge. Our rentable tiny homes are modern and clean, our spacious RV sites boast 30/50 amp full-hookup amenities, and our tent sites are premium and secluded. Spanning over 29 acres with a charming creek and a catch/release pond, this camp provides the perfect backdrop for relaxation. Mature trees and tranquil surroundings offer a serene escape for your camping experience. Take the stress out of camping at Indian Lake Adventures! Our camp store is filled with all your necessities and a campground cafe and on site brewery take the stress out of packing, so you and yours can show up as we are and feel well taken care of! Pizza and wings delivered to your site, on-site brewery with game room, regular kids activities and family friendly events ensures fun for everyone throughout your stay.

Public campgrounds near Dayton

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Sycamore Group Campground

7.2mi from Dayton · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sycamore State Park

Sycamore Equestrian Campground

7.3mi from Dayton · 15 sites · in Sycamore State Park

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John Bryan Campground

18mi from Dayton · 24 sites · Tents, RVs · in John Bryan State Park

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Caesar Creek Campground

21mi from Dayton · 25 sites · Tents, RVs · in Caesar Creek State Park

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Buck Creek Campground

29mi from Dayton · 23 sites · Tents, RVs · in Buck Creek State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Porsche

October 2025

16 ft car

1 night at Easy RV Pad

Chris set up was perfect. Ideal for those not wanting to stray to far from the interstate but also not want to stay in the city. I had a late arrival and they were very accommodating and was quick to respond to messages to help me locate the driveway due to the darkness. Would highly recommend, sad I has to head out early to beat out storms. But would definitely stay again.

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Quinton

September 2025

34 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Indian Lake Adventures

This campground was super clean, family friendly. The camp store has a ton of stuff. Love that's there's firewood on site and pretty cheap. Not to mention hot food at the camp store We ended up at the brewery. Good drinks, good food. They have food trucks and entertainment on a rotating schedule. Dog loved the dog park! Nice bonus. All around amazing experience

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Zoe

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Indian Lake Adventures

We had a great time glamping in our adorable Indian Lake tiny house! The grounds are well maintained and lovely, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. On the edge of the property is a brew pub with games, cozy seating indoors and out, fire pits, and sometimes even live music and food trucks, which was a pleasant surprise. House was well equipped with many essentials, too. Would definitely stay again!!