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Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
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1 site
Site 4 - Secluded Tent Pond Camping
94%
(61)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Pets allowed
Picnic table
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3 sites
Site 1 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
97%
(201)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Pets allowed
Site 2 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
96%
(102)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Pets allowed
Site 3 - Camping Kayak & Canoe
92%
(53)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Pets allowed
Reviews
96% Recommend419 ratings · 333 reviews
This campsite by the water is a favorite for many, offering a peaceful and private retreat. Guests rave about the welcoming hosts, Bryan and Amanda, who go above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay. While the location is serene, the proximity to train tracks is noted, with some guests advising earplugs for light sleepers. Overall, the well-maintained grounds and access to outdoor activities like kayaking make it a top choice for a relaxing getaway.
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· October 2026
20 ft Class B ·
Site 1 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
Nice people
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· September 2026
Great tent spots
15 ft rooftop tent · With kids ·
Site 1 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
We loved our stay at Site 1! We backed our truck and rooftop tent right up to the water, and it was incredibly peaceful. We had a kayak and firewood delivered right to our site, and they truly went above and beyond to make our stay great. We will definitely be back!
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· September 2026
29 ft truck camper ·
Site 2 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
Really enjoyed having this campsite to stay in on our travels! Bryan & Amanda are very friendly and welcoming. Wish we had more time to enjoy the property!
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· September 2026
25 ft campervan · With pets ·
Site 1 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
The campsite was great! Very nice grass surface right on the river. There are two sites next to each other but a lot of room. I was the only one there and it was very private and peaceful. I would definitely go back.
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· September 2026
15 ft campervan ·
Site 1 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
Good experience camping. Bryan is friendly and checked with me during my stay. Already shared with a friend my experience and recommendation!
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· September 2026
15 ft rooftop tent ·
Site 2 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
This is one of the best camps sites I go to, it’s private, by the water & just perfect for a night getaway. I have stayed here twice & I’ll be staying again.
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· September 2026
Great well maintained spot , big flat and by the river
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· September 2026
This spot was so beautiful and well maintained, the grass was short so we didn’t have to worry about ticks and the picnic table was clean. Host was nothing short of amazing, super helpful and very welcoming! We rented kayaks and took them early in the morning as the sun was rising and it was such a gorgeous view!! I don’t want to say the best part but one of the best parts were all the kitties around the office🥰 we definitely want to come back earlier in the season next year!!
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· September 2026
Bryan was super friendly and the site was clean and secluded. Portable toilets. Great for kayaker's. The sites are about 200 feet from the railroad tracks and a crossing. The train whistle blows all night, bring ear plugs.
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· August 2026
16 ft car ·
Site 1 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
I had a wonderful time camping here! The campsite is nice and quiet; just a few feet from the river. Bryan and family were very welcoming; I enjoyed meeting their pet lizards! I highly recommend camping here.
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· August 2026
Beautiful property. I’ve stayed here three summers in a row! My favorite is launching my paddle board right from my campsite.
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· August 2026
18 ft rooftop tent ·
Site 1 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
Friendly host and nice campsites. Bryan made sure we knew a big storm was coming in. One thing to be aware of, the land is right by a very active train track and the trains always sound the coming through signal, so be prepared to hear that (long, long, short, long whistle) and trains a lot, including overnight.
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· August 2026
So much room for activities!
20 ft campervan ·
Site 2 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
Lots of opportunities to keep yourself busy right on the property. Nice view of the water right from the large campsites.
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· August 2026
Loved camping here for a weekend. Site 4 was totally private from the other campers, and we enjoyed the small pond and large area to ourselves. Nicely kept grounds and great owners. Do note that this site is right near an active train track that ran thru the night every so often, but we slept fine. We opted for the kayaking add-on and loved being able to walk 60sec, sign the waiver, and get on the water in a few minutes. They even offered to let us use it throughout the entire day! Porta pot was one of the cleanest I’ve seen. We also saw two adorable tan and white bunnies running around, I imagine were pets? Would come back!
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· August 2026
10 ft Class B · With kids ·
Site 1 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
I didn't know what to expect when booking this but I have to say it was perfect and I wish all my hipcamp experiences were like this. The site was very well kept, the host is probably my new best friend and I wish I didn't live 1000 miles away. I will be going back when I travel north again next year.
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· August 2026
Tent · Group trip ·
Site 4 - Secluded Tent Pond Camping
I have been to a lot of great campsites, this place is now on my short list. With only a few sites it has great pricacy. I prefer primitive sites where I can have a fire and water access for the kayaks. These grounds are very clean and have good river access. The hosts are friendly and real people.
The camp posts were very patient I was a new RV owner and I didn't know how to back up or anything like that so it actually took me a while to show app way beyond dark I was very very appreciative the layout at the campsite was amazing I had little mazes bunnies running around they were pretty neat highly recommended I will definitely be coming back I definitely want to bring my nephews going to have a blast.
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· August 2026
20 ft Class B ·
Site 3 - Camping Kayak & Canoe
Beautiful views of the river yet we were tucked away in our own little world at the same time. Can't wait to return!
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· July 2026
A really great HipCamp!
30 ft campervan ·
Site 1 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
Bryan and his family have a really cool place. The campsite was clean, secluded and right on the water. They have a super cool little store where you can get ice or rent kayaks and paddle boards. We will definitely be back!
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· July 2026
16 ft car ·
Site 1 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
Super helpful hosts! Family friendly place with goats to visit. If you’re a light sleeper, bring earplugs there is train noise and light road noise. My campsite was number one right on the water and had some shade in afternoon. Porta potty and garbage provided to share with campsite two. It was semi-private. Campsite two was in the same field as campsite one. Thanks again for sharing your land!
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· July 2026
16 ft campervan ·
Site 1 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
Beautiful spot and lovely people. Would’ve loved to stay longer but plan on going back on our next road adventure. 1000% worth it.
We really enjoyed our stay at Bryan’s campground. The land is beautiful, secluded but still a quick drive to local attractions. Bryan and Amanda were extremely kind, helpful, and answered any questions. The train is close but we were able to sleep through the noise of it. I would highly recommend and we will be coming back!
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· July 2026
Great campsite, great hosts. Can't wait to return!!
Private, quiet(less the trains), great location for those who want to escape the "normal" camping experience. 10/10 have already recommended to friends who have also made reservations.
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· July 2026
The owners were great and the camp site was awesome! Easy to come and go as you please and fishing was great!
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· July 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Site 1 - Riverside Camping Kayak & Canoe
Spacious, private site along the river. The train is very active at all hours.
Such an awesome week! Bryan and Amanda were so kind and helpful. The site was beautiful, right on the river with access to a dock for fishing. It was very private and felt super safe. The kayaking was great, with views of bald eagles and a bar to dock at with awesome food and a good atmosphere. The town nearby has so much to do as well. I highly recommend this site!! If you don’t mind a rustic camping experience and an occasional train passing by, this is an awesome spot!
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· July 2026
Nice place. Well maintained and secluded. The owners are cool. 10/10 would recommend.
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· June 2026
14 ft campervan · With pets ·
Site 3 - Camping Kayak & Canoe
Great spot! Nice flat land with a beautiful view of the water. And Bryan is great.
Bryan was friendly and communicated well. The porta potty was the cleanest and best smelling I have ever used...and that's saying a lot. The sites were well kept and had beautiful river views with many birds, rabbits and other nature. Swallowtails swooping and an eagle resting in the branches of a tree.
Bryan kept me updated on the inclement weather that was incoming, which I really appreciated.
Location
Port Clinton, Ottawa, Ohio, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking