The best waterside camping near Marietta

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Camping waterside in Marietta means waking up to river mist and falling asleep to frog song. You’ve got over 600 campsites to choose from—all with easy access to water, whether it’s a lazy creek or a wide stretch of river. Average nights run around $40, but you can snag a spot for as little as $20 if you book early. Top local picks include Fish Farm Camp (242 reviews), Dexter Run Farms and Lodging (86 reviews), and Benton's on the Baileys (74 reviews). Expect simple comforts: toilets, showers, and a pet-friendly vibe. Fishing is a staple, but you’ll also find horseback riding trails and plenty of chances to spot deer or herons along the banks. Bring bug spray, check your gear, and get ready to settle in by the water.

96% (764) 15 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Marietta

Fish Farm Camp

1. Fish Farm Camp

99%
(351)
34mi from Marietta · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
We have a beautiful 20 acre lake. It's 60 ft deep with crystal clear water and is great for swimming and fishing. Kayaking welcome too. We also have a couple other ponds available for fishing as well. We raise fresh water prawn and bluegill in the summertime, so late september we have fresh shrimp available. Lots of waterfowl and deer here to see.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
$30
 / night
Bare Cove

2. Bare Cove

89%
(14)
41mi from Marietta · 70 sites · Tents, RVs
Bare Cove is a recreation lake with campsites. However, we are not your typical camp ground. We have no quiet hours, we do get loud and have a great time on the weekends. It’s not uncommon for beer pong or card games to go into the early hours. We are open to all ages and backgrounds, anybody that enjoys making friends and having fun on the lake. All guests must sign personal injury waivers to cover our 6. So about the property, it’s 120+ acres with a 5 acre man made lake that features blue waters, a beach area and tikibar. We have atv trails, private camp sites and group sites. Enjoy the day floating in the clear blue water, fishing (separate pond) or hiking. Our lake also features a launch pillow for blasting your friends up to 20 ft in the air! We do have large float's for rent, which are great for groups. Thanks for looking, would love to host you and your party out at the lake.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
$10
 / night
Wayne National Forest

3. Wayne National Forest

94%
(8)
121 sites · Murray City, Ohio
Drive, hike, fish, and camp in The Wayne for a wilderness adventure.
North Bend State Park

4. North Bend State Park

100%
(1)
77 sites · Cairo, West Virginia
Discover North Bend State Park's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Forked Run State Park

5. Forked Run State Park

23 sites · Tuppers Plains, Ohio
Forked Run State park features hickory and maple trees lining lake shores, making this a classic Appalachian beauty. Walk along one of the hiking trails where you can keep an eye out for white-tailed deer and gray foxes tucked away behind the blue phox and bloodroot wildflowers. Catfish, bluegill, largemouth bass, and crappie are plentiful for the taking if you plan on bringing your fishing pole, and a ten horsepower limit on boating guarantees to keep the waters calm. If you're interested in catching some deer or turkey for a pre-emptive Thanksgiving feast, be sure to bring your hunting license with you. A small sandy beach and athletic courts provide that perfect balance of recreation and relaxation.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Salt Fork State Park

6. Salt Fork State Park

100%
(5)
23 sites · Kimbolton, Ohio
Hike, golf, or get on the water at Ohio’s largest state park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Zaleski State Forest

7. Zaleski State Forest

17 sites · Zaleski, Ohio
Discover Zaleski State Forest's lush trails and historic sites.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires

Camping waterside in Marietta means waking up to river mist and falling asleep to frog song. You’ve got over 600 campsites to choose from—all with easy access to water, whether it’s a lazy creek or a wide stretch of river. Average nights run around $40, but you can snag a spot for as little as $20 if you book early. Top local picks include Fish Farm Camp (242 reviews), Dexter Run Farms and Lodging (86 reviews), and Benton's on the Baileys (74 reviews). Expect simple comforts: toilets, showers, and a pet-friendly vibe. Fishing is a staple, but you’ll also find horseback riding trails and plenty of chances to spot deer or herons along the banks. Bring bug spray, check your gear, and get ready to settle in by the water.

96% (764) 15 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Marietta

Fish Farm Camp

1. Fish Farm Camp

99%
(351)
34mi from Marietta · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
We have a beautiful 20 acre lake. It's 60 ft deep with crystal clear water and is great for swimming and fishing. Kayaking welcome too. We also have a couple other ponds available for fishing as well. We raise fresh water prawn and bluegill in the summertime, so late september we have fresh shrimp available. Lots of waterfowl and deer here to see.
Toilets
Campfires
Potable water
from 
$30
 / night
Bare Cove

2. Bare Cove

89%
(14)
41mi from Marietta · 70 sites · Tents, RVs
Bare Cove is a recreation lake with campsites. However, we are not your typical camp ground. We have no quiet hours, we do get loud and have a great time on the weekends. It’s not uncommon for beer pong or card games to go into the early hours. We are open to all ages and backgrounds, anybody that enjoys making friends and having fun on the lake. All guests must sign personal injury waivers to cover our 6. So about the property, it’s 120+ acres with a 5 acre man made lake that features blue waters, a beach area and tikibar. We have atv trails, private camp sites and group sites. Enjoy the day floating in the clear blue water, fishing (separate pond) or hiking. Our lake also features a launch pillow for blasting your friends up to 20 ft in the air! We do have large float's for rent, which are great for groups. Thanks for looking, would love to host you and your party out at the lake.
Toilets
Campfires
Showers
from 
$10
 / night
Wayne National Forest

3. Wayne National Forest

94%
(8)
121 sites · Murray City, Ohio
Drive, hike, fish, and camp in The Wayne for a wilderness adventure.
North Bend State Park

4. North Bend State Park

100%
(1)
77 sites · Cairo, West Virginia
Discover North Bend State Park's natural beauty and outdoor adventures.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Forked Run State Park

5. Forked Run State Park

23 sites · Tuppers Plains, Ohio
Forked Run State park features hickory and maple trees lining lake shores, making this a classic Appalachian beauty. Walk along one of the hiking trails where you can keep an eye out for white-tailed deer and gray foxes tucked away behind the blue phox and bloodroot wildflowers. Catfish, bluegill, largemouth bass, and crappie are plentiful for the taking if you plan on bringing your fishing pole, and a ten horsepower limit on boating guarantees to keep the waters calm. If you're interested in catching some deer or turkey for a pre-emptive Thanksgiving feast, be sure to bring your hunting license with you. A small sandy beach and athletic courts provide that perfect balance of recreation and relaxation.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Salt Fork State Park

6. Salt Fork State Park

100%
(5)
23 sites · Kimbolton, Ohio
Hike, golf, or get on the water at Ohio’s largest state park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Zaleski State Forest

7. Zaleski State Forest

17 sites · Zaleski, Ohio
Discover Zaleski State Forest's lush trails and historic sites.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires

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