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Ohio River experience

97%

30 reviews

· Hamilton, Ohio

2 acres hosted by Polly W.

1 RV site · 1 tent site

Full RV hookups

Electrical, water, and sewage hookups are available at select sites.

California, Ohio is a community on the Ohio River about a twenty minute drive upstream from Cincinnati. Actually the eastern-most neighborhood of Cincinnati, it has it's own small town or quaint village atmosphere. Safe, flat, scenic and walkable, California boasts several dining experiences, one a brewery, and quite a variety of recreational experiences. Riverbend, a music venue in season, is a mile away, possible walking distance, as is Belterra, a race track and casino. The bike trail is a few blocks away and connects to all the other area bike trails including the Loveland Bike Trail along the Wild and Scenic Little Miami River. A local nature preserve, California Woods, offers hiking and nature programs, and there is even the California Golf Course. If watching baseball leagues play games is your cup of tea, there is a large sports complex with ball fields in California. A town park with trees and large, grassy open spaces and small playground is a few blocks away. Bring your game of horse shoes, corn hole, a frisbee to throw, your skateboard, golf cart, or some bikes just to cruise around and take in the scenery. Nearby, and right the Wild and Scenic Little Miami River is Armleder Park, also with walking and biking trails which also connect to the 5 mile loop around Lunken Airport. I have two properties which offer two different kinds of camping, which I have itemized separately in the Hipcamp listings. RV Campers will park on the upper level at the Panama Street address , and have one set of amenities. It is a short walk lead down to the Ohio River where there is a small patio with table and chairs overlooking the river. Tent campers set up their tents right beside the river and have a different set of amenities, as itemized on this website. It's an unusual set up, as perhaps Hipcamper spots often are. It is interesting and relaxing to watch the barges and pleasure boats go by. On one hand I feel like I am in the middle of nowhere when I am on these (small, very not fancy) properties by the river. On the other, there are planes, trains, barges and pleasure boats, and motorcycles passing by at times. The River can be mesmerizing and serene, shimmering in the western sun, or busy with weekend pleasure boats and barge traffic. Take a walk around town, then sit by the river and watch the boats go by. Relax, set up your grill and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Ohio River. Perfect for river rats. Downtown Cincinnati is 15 or 20 minutes away with no traffic, and there are two or three ways to get there. There is a lot to do in Cincinnati. My place in California is just a few minutes from the I 275 exit.

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97% Recommend34 ratings · 30 reviews

Glen C.

2 reviews

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· April 2025

16 ft car · With pets ·

Ohio River at your doorstep..

Polly’s land right on the bank of the Ohio River had recently flooded. It was still beautiful and peaceful. We appreciated that Polly made a special trip to help us with a lock and key issue , on a rainy Friday night! The carport shelter was great in the rain, camping in our van.

Tim M.

3 reviews

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· October 2024

Tent ·

Pitch your tent on the Ohio River!

Awesome spot on the river. Nice access to facilities.

Lori P.

5 reviews

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· September 2024

Tent ·

Pitch your tent on the Ohio River!

I really enjoyed my stay here, the river is beautiful and mesmerizing and I enjoyed watching the boats and barges glide by. In the morning hours there was paddlers and rowing training. Very peaceful and everything you need for a relaxing stay!

Dominic F.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

29 ft travel trailer ·

Ohio River at your doorstep..

Polly was so sweet and helpful! I couldn't more highly recommend this spot!

Ronald C.

4 reviews

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· September 2024

Tent ·

Pitch your tent on the Ohio River!

Absolutely perfect. Beautiful spot on the river, everything you could ask for.

Mark S.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

Camping quietly.

Tent ·

Pitch your tent on the Ohio River!

Polly’s place is a perfect place to pitch your tent! It has everything you need for a quiet getaway while being just minutes from great food, drinks, entertainment and easy access to the highway.

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Hamilton, Ohio, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Polly W.

Joined in August 2021

Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 7 hours

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