The best romantic campgrounds near Willard, Ohio

Looking to go camping near Willard, Ohio? Hipcamp has over 530 options available for you to choose from. Whether you prefer tent camping, RV camping, or cabin rentals, we've got you covered. With average prices as low as $38 per night and options starting at just $5 per night, there's something for every budget. Check out some of our top campsites with rave reviews: Grins & Pickin's CampFarm (258 reviews), The Pleasant Valley Farm (191 reviews), and McKee Farm (188 reviews). No matter your preferred activities, whether it's hiking or whitewater paddling, you'll find the perfect spot to enjoy the great outdoors. Plus, popular amenities like campfires, pet-friendly sites, and trash disposal are all available. Start planning your camping adventure today!

98% (160)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Heartland Homestead

94%

(17)

32mi from Willard · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging · Oberlin, OH

Heartland Homestead is the perfect spot for you to enjoy away from home and in nature. With dreamy vibes and open skies, you can relax in our tent camping spots around Mother Oak or reserve a glamping cabin for a true unplugged experience - but make it comfy cozy. Depending on the time of year + season, you may see our goats, cows, pigs, chickens, or more! We may have pick-your-own tomatoes, pumpkins, + flowers as well Glamping Cabins We have two glamping cabins that include beds and lanterns so you get the feel of sleeping in nature but comfortably. Each cabin has a picnic table, fire pit, and charcoal grill. One cabin has a queen-size bed and the second has a full-size bed and a trundle bed with 2 twin-size mattresses. The cabins do not have electric or water. A porta-potty is located near the barn (a 5 minute walk) and a lug-able loo or portapotty will be available closer to the cabins depending on when you stay. We are happy to help get your gear back to the cabins with the farm cart and then it is an 8-minute walk along a hay pasture to the parking area. Tent Camping Our tent camping spots are located under Mother Oak, a 100-year-old oak tree in the middle of our farm. With ample shade, a fire pit, and nearby portapotty, you can relax under the stars into the night. Hiking trails weave through the back of the property and you are welcome to explore those as well. Because we are a working homestead and farm, a few things are true: -Sometimes there’s mud. We suggest boots for walking around the property and in the woods. -Our farm animals are great - and may also bite. Please do not pet or chase them. We are happy to arrange opportunities to interact with the animals. Just ask! -Not always, but at times, our neighbors will start farming early in the morning and you can hear their machinery. All of our sites have privacy but are not truly remote. We want you to enjoy yourselves but please be mindful that our house is on the property as well as our neighbors. Music needs to be turned down to a low level by 11 PM. We can accommodate pop-up campers, camper vans, etc near Mother Oak as well. Please message with any questions before reserving. Additional fees would apply. We can also accommodate larger tent camping groups depending on the day. Additional fees would apply. The homestead is located near 58 so you can hear cars during the day and night. The cabins are about a ½ mile from the road so the noise is greatly reduced. We regularly host modern homesteading workshops, full moon yoga, and sound baths at the farm. If you would like to inquire about booking one of these as an add-on to your stay, please message us! Conveniently located 1 mile from Oberlin College, 6 minutes from the turnpike (I-80), and 35 minutes from Cleveland, Heartland Homestead is like stepping away from the hustle of everyday life and into nature. Rural enough to feel like you've gotten away from suburbia but close enough for DoorDash, last-minute store runs, + all the yummy restaurants in Oberlin, we hope you enjoy stepping into our modern homestead as much as we enjoy hosting you!

2. Shady Owl Ranch

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(176)

45mi from Willard · 4 sites · Lodging · Mount Vernon, OH

Shady Owl Ranch is a 18 acre non-profit animal sanctuary with dogs, cats, chickens, ducks and turkeys. The cats and poultry are free range so if you are fearful of chickens, ducks or turkeys, you probably shouldn't stay here. 😁 Owners Chuck and Amanda moved from Northern California and re-established their rescue here in Central Ohio. We have two finished studio cabins. They are very close (2 miles) to the town of Mount Vernon, OH with hiking trails on the property. Pets are allowed but there are free range animals on the property so their safety is priority. We have added a 2 acre fenced in area for dogs off leash. It's our version of a Dog Park. Plenty of bike trails around town and only 20 miles to Mohican State Park. Farm fresh eggs from our rescued chickens and local honey are available for purchase. Money from our vacation rental helps with feeding our rescue animals and expanding our non-profit animal sanctuary.

Looking to go camping near Willard, Ohio? Hipcamp has over 530 options available for you to choose from. Whether you prefer tent camping, RV camping, or cabin rentals, we've got you covered. With average prices as low as $38 per night and options starting at just $5 per night, there's something for every budget. Check out some of our top campsites with rave reviews: Grins & Pickin's CampFarm (258 reviews), The Pleasant Valley Farm (191 reviews), and McKee Farm (188 reviews). No matter your preferred activities, whether it's hiking or whitewater paddling, you'll find the perfect spot to enjoy the great outdoors. Plus, popular amenities like campfires, pet-friendly sites, and trash disposal are all available. Start planning your camping adventure today!

98% (160)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Heartland Homestead

94%

(17)

32mi from Willard · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging · Oberlin, OH

Heartland Homestead is the perfect spot for you to enjoy away from home and in nature. With dreamy vibes and open skies, you can relax in our tent camping spots around Mother Oak or reserve a glamping cabin for a true unplugged experience - but make it comfy cozy. Depending on the time of year + season, you may see our goats, cows, pigs, chickens, or more! We may have pick-your-own tomatoes, pumpkins, + flowers as well Glamping Cabins We have two glamping cabins that include beds and lanterns so you get the feel of sleeping in nature but comfortably. Each cabin has a picnic table, fire pit, and charcoal grill. One cabin has a queen-size bed and the second has a full-size bed and a trundle bed with 2 twin-size mattresses. The cabins do not have electric or water. A porta-potty is located near the barn (a 5 minute walk) and a lug-able loo or portapotty will be available closer to the cabins depending on when you stay. We are happy to help get your gear back to the cabins with the farm cart and then it is an 8-minute walk along a hay pasture to the parking area. Tent Camping Our tent camping spots are located under Mother Oak, a 100-year-old oak tree in the middle of our farm. With ample shade, a fire pit, and nearby portapotty, you can relax under the stars into the night. Hiking trails weave through the back of the property and you are welcome to explore those as well. Because we are a working homestead and farm, a few things are true: -Sometimes there’s mud. We suggest boots for walking around the property and in the woods. -Our farm animals are great - and may also bite. Please do not pet or chase them. We are happy to arrange opportunities to interact with the animals. Just ask! -Not always, but at times, our neighbors will start farming early in the morning and you can hear their machinery. All of our sites have privacy but are not truly remote. We want you to enjoy yourselves but please be mindful that our house is on the property as well as our neighbors. Music needs to be turned down to a low level by 11 PM. We can accommodate pop-up campers, camper vans, etc near Mother Oak as well. Please message with any questions before reserving. Additional fees would apply. We can also accommodate larger tent camping groups depending on the day. Additional fees would apply. The homestead is located near 58 so you can hear cars during the day and night. The cabins are about a ½ mile from the road so the noise is greatly reduced. We regularly host modern homesteading workshops, full moon yoga, and sound baths at the farm. If you would like to inquire about booking one of these as an add-on to your stay, please message us! Conveniently located 1 mile from Oberlin College, 6 minutes from the turnpike (I-80), and 35 minutes from Cleveland, Heartland Homestead is like stepping away from the hustle of everyday life and into nature. Rural enough to feel like you've gotten away from suburbia but close enough for DoorDash, last-minute store runs, + all the yummy restaurants in Oberlin, we hope you enjoy stepping into our modern homestead as much as we enjoy hosting you!

2. Shady Owl Ranch

99%

(176)

45mi from Willard · 4 sites · Lodging · Mount Vernon, OH

Shady Owl Ranch is a 18 acre non-profit animal sanctuary with dogs, cats, chickens, ducks and turkeys. The cats and poultry are free range so if you are fearful of chickens, ducks or turkeys, you probably shouldn't stay here. 😁 Owners Chuck and Amanda moved from Northern California and re-established their rescue here in Central Ohio. We have two finished studio cabins. They are very close (2 miles) to the town of Mount Vernon, OH with hiking trails on the property. Pets are allowed but there are free range animals on the property so their safety is priority. We have added a 2 acre fenced in area for dogs off leash. It's our version of a Dog Park. Plenty of bike trails around town and only 20 miles to Mohican State Park. Farm fresh eggs from our rescued chickens and local honey are available for purchase. Money from our vacation rental helps with feeding our rescue animals and expanding our non-profit animal sanctuary.

Stories from the community

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Lucretia

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Shady Owl Ranch

Conifer Cabin was perfect for a great night’s sleep. I wish I could have stayed longer.

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Debbie

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Shady Owl Ranch

Love this place. So quiet but close to many activities in the area. The cabin is so adorable and the hosts are wonderful people. So nice that they established this rescue for animals with their property. Their farm fresh eggs they offer are so good. Definitely will plan a trip or 2 back. More to explore. Thank you Chuck and Amanda for sharing

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jared

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Shady Owl Ranch

The cabin was perfect! Highly recommend it. The host did a great job with the place. Gives a good detailed layout of the property and places to visit in a book. Also fun with all the different animals on the property the host owns.

Glamping Cabin 2! Two front porch chairs will also be here for you to relax on as well!

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Matthew

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Heartland Homestead

We loved everything about our stay! The farm is beautiful and peaceful. Our kids loved seeing the animals, exploring the property and stargazing. Can’t wait to go back.

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Bonnie

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Shady Owl Ranch

With adorable cabins, friendly hosts, and entertaining animals this place is definitely worth the stay. We had a lovely time with no complaints.

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Hannah

September 2025

3 nights at Shady Owl Ranch

Me and my Dad stayed at The Shady Owl Ranch for a few days and it was amazing!! It was super cute, I loved every small detail, with the pictures on the walls and the whole esthetic was cozy- we loved everything so much!! It was so peaceful and full of animals!! We will definitely be back!! Also the folks here are super nice 🫶🏻 (caught a lot of fish too) 🎣😁

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Damon

September 2025

With pets

2 nights at Shady Owl Ranch

Host/hostess are very helpful and nice. I recommend you read pre-arrival instructions before arriving. If it’s going to be dark when you’re arriving, make sure you have a big flashlight to use when you’re going to the cabin. The stovetop is manually lit without the “clicking” of a pilot. I suggest putting the burner on low. The surrounding area has a full service grocery store and a few fast and fast casual restaurants within 2 miles. Finally, beware of the free range Turkey. They will lounge behind your vehicle and will not leave. We just drove around them to get out. Overall, we enjoyed the quiet and peaceful setting of the cabin. We would definitely recommend it if you’re looking for a good retreat or recharge trip. The honey and eggs were delicious and worth adding to the trip. The unlimited firewood would be great for a longer stay, but wasn’t valuable for what was a little more than one night stay because of our last minute trip.

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Amber

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Shady Owl Ranch

This was a wonderful location and my children (and dogs) and I had a great time. Pond was beautiful, fire pit made a peaceful evening, and the cabin was clean and welcoming. We can’t wait to go back!

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Bridgette

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Shady Owl Ranch

Conifer Cabin was magical. The property is beautiful and the cabin is cozy. We loved the animals, the little pond, and the amazing fire pit. We’ll definitely come back!

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Leah

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Heartland Homestead

This is a very beautiful and peaceful place! It was so relaxing. Being able to camp near the farm, look over into the distance and watch the farm animals made the camping experience very unique and special! We hope to return again someday.

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Nicholas

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Heartland Homestead

We camped under Mother Oak. Very welcoming hosts and clean facilities. Best Hipcamp ever. Definitely camping here again when I’m out in the area next!

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Faye

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Shady Owl Ranch

Oh my goodness!!!! I knew right when we pulled thru the gate this place would be perfect!! Loved the vibe!! Amanda’s property is so cozy & welcoming! Everything she does has a purpose. Our kiddos loved the pond & all the animals roaming. The kittens & of course Tom & Jerry the turkeys! The cabin was super cute & decorated to perfection! We loved everything about this place! Thank you!!

Meghan

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Shady Owl Ranch

This a perfect place for families. From the pond with great fishing and paddle boards to the well maintained trails and lots of animals to see. My 4 kids absolutely loved it and had a wonderful time. The owners are great, friendly and helpful! We hope to be back!

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Michelle

August 2025

With pets

1 night at Shady Owl Ranch

Host were quick to respond to requests and questions. Cabin was Soo cute and perfect amount of space for us (2 adults and 1 older kid). Having the option for AC and a real bed is what I needed to relax and get away from "life" but also cook on the fire and sit by the water. Turkeys do get close and that was awesome. Would love to go back in every season! Thanks for a cool unique stay!

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Tonya

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Shady Owl Ranch

A lil overnight getaway in the Conifer Cabin was just what we needed. We fished the pond, had a small fire, listened to the sounds of nature, played card games, and most of all enjoyed the peacefulness. Cabin is private and serene with surrounding woods and best of all…it’s in total privacy. We loved it! Can’t wait to book again in the future! The animals were definitely an added bonus! ☺️

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Meggen

August 2025

With kids

1 night at Heartland Homestead

We had such a wonderful time at this cabin! The scenery was absolutely beautiful, and we loved being able to wander the property, visit with the cows and goats, and watch the fireflies light up the night. The evening was spent by the fire pit, roasting s’mores, so peaceful and relaxing. When my son lost his blanket, the hosts went out of their way to help us look for it, which we truly appreciated. Overall, it was a charming, restful getaway, and we left with great memories.

Allyson

July 2025

With pets

1 night at Heartland Homestead

Cute little spot! I just stayed here with my dog for a quick overnight while we were on a road trip. It felt super private as the cabin is far back from the main house. It was super clean and the bed was really comfortable too! We loved seeing all the fireflies in the field :)

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Adriana

July 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Shady Owl Ranch

Absolutely LOVELY place to stay. There's various farm animals to watch and interact with, along with some eggs and honey for sale. Both the eggs and honey are so tasty. The hosts are wonderful people and very easy to talk to. We've stayed two summers in a row and absolutely will be staying there again in the future. Can't recommend them enough if you're staying in the area 💕

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Kevin

July 2025

With pets

3 nights at Shady Owl Ranch

Even though it rained all three days, we still had a blast. It was the getaway we needed.

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paul

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Shady Owl Ranch

Amanda was a great host! The cabin was well apportioned and very clean. There is a giant fire pit and plenty of outdoor seating. The hiking trails were well maintained and the enclosed dog run was very clean.