The best lakeside camping near Lake Tomahawk

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Camping around Lake Tomahawk means easy access to lakeshore views and water activities, with over 1,000 tent options right on or near the lake. Pitch your tent where you can wake up to mist on the water and spend your days fishing, riding horseback, or even heading out for snow sports when winter rolls around. Expect practical comforts: showers, toilets, and pet-friendly sites are common. Some local favorites include Bill S. and Nancy's property (176 reviews), Towpath Trail Peace Park (152 reviews), and Bass and Buck Tent Adventures (126 reviews). Prices start at $25 a night and average around $30, so you can camp without breaking your budget. You’ll find sites close to the shore, tucked among trees, or set back for more privacy—just pick your spot and get outside.

99% (629)

Top-rated campgrounds near Lake Tomahawk

1. Heritage Lake Farm

97%
(57)
49mi from Lake Tomahawk · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$75
 / night

3. Towpath Trail Peace Park

93%
(215)
46mi from Lake Tomahawk · 5 sites · Tents
Primitive tent camping on the Greenville Peace Treaty Line, Buckeye Trail, Ohio-Erie Canal Towpath Trail, Scenic Byway, Tuscarawas River Water Trail, and the Great American Rail Trail! Located on the historic Ohio-Erie Canal between the village of Bolivar Ballparks and the McDonnell trailheads on the towpath trail ten miles south of Canton, Ohio, and 1.5 miles west of I-77 exit 93 on Scenic Byway Rt 212 in beautiful Tuscarawas County, Ohio. The Peace Park is designed for bikers, hikers, dog walkers, and anyone traveling through to book a campsite even if anyone isn't available to meet and greet. Campers, once booked may go to an available campsite and set up camp. Dog-friendly, handicapped-accessible Porta-Jon with hand sanitizer, shared electricity for charging phones, pristine aquifer water, picnic tables, fire pits, fire-side benches, birds, butterflies, lightning bugs, wild turkeys, deer, and other wildlife are often seen. Please note: We're located on a section of the Ohio-Erie Canal Scenic Byway, the Wheeling and Lake Erie Railroad, and a 90-degree corner with a slight slope that causes trucks to downshift brakes. If you're a light sleeper, we recommend bringing earplugs! We now offer disposable individual packaged earplugs in our Porta-Jon.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from 
$25
 / night

6. Marra Lake in Ellsworth, Ohio

100%
(1)
22mi from Lake Tomahawk · 1 site · Tent, RV
Private 19 acres includes wooded area and 3 1/2 acre lake. Lake front view nestled close to the woods. Enjoy sitting by a camp fire at night. During summer days enjoy swimming and kayaks (bring your own). Fishing with your own equipment. Cooking on the camp fire! It’s a place to come to be with nature and just relax in the quiet. Surrounded by beautiful colors in the fall on your nature hikes. Or a winter wonderland if you choose to camp in your RV. Our private bathroom with shower is open from May-Oct located behind the main house between the garages. Outside of those months there is a porta potty on site. Firewood is for sale on site. There is no water or electric at sites. You are welcome to use our pavilion to charge phones or use microwave. Each site includes a fire pit, table, garbage can. Access to power including a charging station for phones etc. are located inside the pavilion. Other garages and equipment are restricted from use. No water non potable or potable water is provided. We have bottles of water for $1.00 Base price for each site allows for two (2) guests. Additional charges apply for more persons. Limit of one (1) tent per site and maximum of four (4) persons or one (1) family per site. No smoking near pavilion or main house and no recreational drugs allowed. Pets will require prior permission from property owner. Parent must accompany children at all times while swimming or at playground area. Please clean up after yourselves at all times and respect the property and owners.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
$45
 / night

7. Bending Oak Permaculture Farm

100%
(21)
27mi from Lake Tomahawk · 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!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
$30
 / night

8. Bass and Buck Tent Adventures

100%
(199)
48mi from Lake Tomahawk · 8 sites · Tents
With over 230 acres, a lake, trails, the Grand River, plenty of wildlife, and FREE firewood. Bass and Buck Adventures is the perfect place to get away. Once known as Parkman Gorge the valley was a hub for water powered industry in the early 1800's. The river and valley is home to a wide array of wildlife. Deer, turkey, eagles, hawks, owls, mink, river otters to name a few. The area also attracts many song birds including a wide variety of warblers. There is also an abundance of wild flowers. The valley is rich in Native American history. Many artifacts have been found on the property. My great grandfather talked about the last Native American to live in Parkman. He had a cabin on one of the bluffs along the river. In the 1820's there was a water powered sawmill, flaxseed mill, and forge on the river. The boy scouts used the valley for a camp in the 1920,s. My grandpa purchased the property in the 50's from Ohio Edison. Ohio Edison's plan to dam up the river for hydro power never materialized. The valley has been a favorite for outdoor enthusiasts. Camping, hiking, fishing, hunting. Many of the items used for the camp sites have been reclaimed. The fire rings are old tractor rims and scrap steel. The tent platform is from reclaimed deck lumber. The firewood is excess cutoffs purchased from a local sawmill. For more information log onto our website. bassandbuckadventures.com
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from 
$36
 / night

13. Shenango River Lake

321 sites · Sharpsville, Pennsylvania
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.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets

16. 4 Pelicans Ohio

100%
(2)
34mi from Lake Tomahawk · 1 site · Lodging
Renovated Leesville Lake Cabin Sleeps 6 W/ WIFI Relax with the whole family at this peaceful cabin with a beautiful valley view and a 5 minute walk to the waterfront at Leesville Lake. The cabin also includes a Pontoon Boat available mid April to mid October. Book now for The Algonquin Mill Festival, Atwood lake fall festival, Carrollton sports events, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years and Hunting season, just a short drive to Muskingum Public Land. - Now Offering WiFi! Log into your Hulu or Netflix account and enjoy a movie marathon! - We have a High Focus on Cleanliness of the home - Pets welcome with No pet fee - Fully renovated cabin completed August 2022. - Brand new eat in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, butcher block counters moen faucets as well as stainless cookware, dishes, utensils and Additional appliances are also available. - Two separate bedrooms, One with 2 foam Queen Serta beds and One with 1 double Sealy pillow top. - Full bathroom with a combined laundry room. Complete with shampoo, conditioner, soap, towels, wash clothes ect. - Outdoor Pavillon with night time lighting and rocking chairs - Front porch with rocking chairs and fire pit and firewood - Backyard Fire pit with ample firewood and Adirondack chairs - Picnic Table with umbrella - Books, DVD’s and games for the whole family Request the link for a video of your outdoor experiences!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$214
 / night

19. Austin Lake RV Park & Cabins

20mi from Lake Tomahawk · 12 sites
Austin Lake stands out as a unique destination, offering a sprawling 1,300 acres of natural beauty nestled in the picturesque Appalachian foothills of the Ohio Valley. This expansive campground features an impressive 80-acre stocked lake, perfect for fishing, swimming, and boating, with a 25 hp limit to ensure a serene experience on the water. Adventure seekers will find a wealth of activities to enjoy, including a thrilling Wibit inflatable obstacle course, pontoon rentals, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, paddle boats, bumper boats, and pedal karts. For those looking to explore on land, golf cart rentals, a gem mine, and a gaga ball pit provide additional fun. Families can enjoy various playgrounds scattered throughout the park, as well as basketball courts, sand volleyball, corn hole, and foosball. A snack bar and camp store offer refreshments, including ice cream, to keep everyone energized. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the numerous hiking and mountain biking trails that wind through the property, while a beautiful, shady creek runs the length of the campground, inviting guests to discover creek life and engage in water play. With its diverse range of amenities and activities, Austin Lake is the perfect getaway for outdoor lovers and families alike.

Camping around Lake Tomahawk means easy access to lakeshore views and water activities, with over 1,000 tent options right on or near the lake. Pitch your tent where you can wake up to mist on the water and spend your days fishing, riding horseback, or even heading out for snow sports when winter rolls around. Expect practical comforts: showers, toilets, and pet-friendly sites are common. Some local favorites include Bill S. and Nancy's property (176 reviews), Towpath Trail Peace Park (152 reviews), and Bass and Buck Tent Adventures (126 reviews). Prices start at $25 a night and average around $30, so you can camp without breaking your budget. You’ll find sites close to the shore, tucked among trees, or set back for more privacy—just pick your spot and get outside.

99% (629)

Top-rated campgrounds near Lake Tomahawk

1. Heritage Lake Farm

97%
(57)
49mi from Lake Tomahawk · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from 
$75
 / night

3. Towpath Trail Peace Park

93%
(215)
46mi from Lake Tomahawk · 5 sites · Tents
Primitive tent camping on the Greenville Peace Treaty Line, Buckeye Trail, Ohio-Erie Canal Towpath Trail, Scenic Byway, Tuscarawas River Water Trail, and the Great American Rail Trail! Located on the historic Ohio-Erie Canal between the village of Bolivar Ballparks and the McDonnell trailheads on the towpath trail ten miles south of Canton, Ohio, and 1.5 miles west of I-77 exit 93 on Scenic Byway Rt 212 in beautiful Tuscarawas County, Ohio. The Peace Park is designed for bikers, hikers, dog walkers, and anyone traveling through to book a campsite even if anyone isn't available to meet and greet. Campers, once booked may go to an available campsite and set up camp. Dog-friendly, handicapped-accessible Porta-Jon with hand sanitizer, shared electricity for charging phones, pristine aquifer water, picnic tables, fire pits, fire-side benches, birds, butterflies, lightning bugs, wild turkeys, deer, and other wildlife are often seen. Please note: We're located on a section of the Ohio-Erie Canal Scenic Byway, the Wheeling and Lake Erie Railroad, and a 90-degree corner with a slight slope that causes trucks to downshift brakes. If you're a light sleeper, we recommend bringing earplugs! We now offer disposable individual packaged earplugs in our Porta-Jon.
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from 
$25
 / night

6. Marra Lake in Ellsworth, Ohio

100%
(1)
22mi from Lake Tomahawk · 1 site · Tent, RV
Private 19 acres includes wooded area and 3 1/2 acre lake. Lake front view nestled close to the woods. Enjoy sitting by a camp fire at night. During summer days enjoy swimming and kayaks (bring your own). Fishing with your own equipment. Cooking on the camp fire! It’s a place to come to be with nature and just relax in the quiet. Surrounded by beautiful colors in the fall on your nature hikes. Or a winter wonderland if you choose to camp in your RV. Our private bathroom with shower is open from May-Oct located behind the main house between the garages. Outside of those months there is a porta potty on site. Firewood is for sale on site. There is no water or electric at sites. You are welcome to use our pavilion to charge phones or use microwave. Each site includes a fire pit, table, garbage can. Access to power including a charging station for phones etc. are located inside the pavilion. Other garages and equipment are restricted from use. No water non potable or potable water is provided. We have bottles of water for $1.00 Base price for each site allows for two (2) guests. Additional charges apply for more persons. Limit of one (1) tent per site and maximum of four (4) persons or one (1) family per site. No smoking near pavilion or main house and no recreational drugs allowed. Pets will require prior permission from property owner. Parent must accompany children at all times while swimming or at playground area. Please clean up after yourselves at all times and respect the property and owners.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
$45
 / night

7. Bending Oak Permaculture Farm

100%
(21)
27mi from Lake Tomahawk · 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!
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
$30
 / night

8. Bass and Buck Tent Adventures

100%
(199)
48mi from Lake Tomahawk · 8 sites · Tents
With over 230 acres, a lake, trails, the Grand River, plenty of wildlife, and FREE firewood. Bass and Buck Adventures is the perfect place to get away. Once known as Parkman Gorge the valley was a hub for water powered industry in the early 1800's. The river and valley is home to a wide array of wildlife. Deer, turkey, eagles, hawks, owls, mink, river otters to name a few. The area also attracts many song birds including a wide variety of warblers. There is also an abundance of wild flowers. The valley is rich in Native American history. Many artifacts have been found on the property. My great grandfather talked about the last Native American to live in Parkman. He had a cabin on one of the bluffs along the river. In the 1820's there was a water powered sawmill, flaxseed mill, and forge on the river. The boy scouts used the valley for a camp in the 1920,s. My grandpa purchased the property in the 50's from Ohio Edison. Ohio Edison's plan to dam up the river for hydro power never materialized. The valley has been a favorite for outdoor enthusiasts. Camping, hiking, fishing, hunting. Many of the items used for the camp sites have been reclaimed. The fire rings are old tractor rims and scrap steel. The tent platform is from reclaimed deck lumber. The firewood is excess cutoffs purchased from a local sawmill. For more information log onto our website. bassandbuckadventures.com
Pets
Campfires
Toilets
from 
$36
 / night

13. Shenango River Lake

321 sites · Sharpsville, Pennsylvania
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.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets

16. 4 Pelicans Ohio

100%
(2)
34mi from Lake Tomahawk · 1 site · Lodging
Renovated Leesville Lake Cabin Sleeps 6 W/ WIFI Relax with the whole family at this peaceful cabin with a beautiful valley view and a 5 minute walk to the waterfront at Leesville Lake. The cabin also includes a Pontoon Boat available mid April to mid October. Book now for The Algonquin Mill Festival, Atwood lake fall festival, Carrollton sports events, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years and Hunting season, just a short drive to Muskingum Public Land. - Now Offering WiFi! Log into your Hulu or Netflix account and enjoy a movie marathon! - We have a High Focus on Cleanliness of the home - Pets welcome with No pet fee - Fully renovated cabin completed August 2022. - Brand new eat in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, butcher block counters moen faucets as well as stainless cookware, dishes, utensils and Additional appliances are also available. - Two separate bedrooms, One with 2 foam Queen Serta beds and One with 1 double Sealy pillow top. - Full bathroom with a combined laundry room. Complete with shampoo, conditioner, soap, towels, wash clothes ect. - Outdoor Pavillon with night time lighting and rocking chairs - Front porch with rocking chairs and fire pit and firewood - Backyard Fire pit with ample firewood and Adirondack chairs - Picnic Table with umbrella - Books, DVD’s and games for the whole family Request the link for a video of your outdoor experiences!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from 
$214
 / night

19. Austin Lake RV Park & Cabins

20mi from Lake Tomahawk · 12 sites
Austin Lake stands out as a unique destination, offering a sprawling 1,300 acres of natural beauty nestled in the picturesque Appalachian foothills of the Ohio Valley. This expansive campground features an impressive 80-acre stocked lake, perfect for fishing, swimming, and boating, with a 25 hp limit to ensure a serene experience on the water. Adventure seekers will find a wealth of activities to enjoy, including a thrilling Wibit inflatable obstacle course, pontoon rentals, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, paddle boats, bumper boats, and pedal karts. For those looking to explore on land, golf cart rentals, a gem mine, and a gaga ball pit provide additional fun. Families can enjoy various playgrounds scattered throughout the park, as well as basketball courts, sand volleyball, corn hole, and foosball. A snack bar and camp store offer refreshments, including ice cream, to keep everyone energized. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the numerous hiking and mountain biking trails that wind through the property, while a beautiful, shady creek runs the length of the campground, inviting guests to discover creek life and engage in water play. With its diverse range of amenities and activities, Austin Lake is the perfect getaway for outdoor lovers and families alike.

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