Does Towpath Trail Peace Park have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at every site at Towpath Trail Peace Park. We added a handicapped accessible Porta-potty with hand sanitizer on May 19th, 2020! The Porta-Jon will be unavailable out of season between Nov through April. A porta-jon is available during the off-season at the local ballparks a few hundred yards east on the trail.

Is drinking water available at Towpath Trail Peace Park?

Yes — potable water is available at every site at Towpath Trail Peace Park.

Does Towpath Trail Peace Park have picnic tables?

Yes — picnic tables are available at every site at Towpath Trail Peace Park. We have picnic tables available at each campsite just off the towpath trail.

Does Towpath Trail Peace Park have cooking equipment?

Cooking equipment is available at 4 of 5 sites at Towpath Trail Peace Park. We offer barbecue grates for fire rings and various barbecue cooking tools with a modest deposit on a first-come-first-serve basis. Our Towpath Trail Snack Shack trailer will be open once the trail is developed from 11 am to 2 pm Memorial Day through Labor Day and is available for catering year-round.

Does Towpath Trail Peace Park have laundry?

Laundry is available at 1 of 5 sites at Towpath Trail Peace Park. We have a private washer & dryer available and will do emergency usage for $10 a load. Commercial laundry is available 1.5 miles east on 212 behind Giant Eagle.

Does Towpath Trail Peace Park have wifi?

Yes — wifi is available at every site at Towpath Trail Peace Park.

Does Towpath Trail Peace Park have trash disposal?

Yes — trash disposal is available at every site at Towpath Trail Peace Park. We offer a Blue recycling drum for cans and bottles and a Green can for all other trash at each campsite.

How do you get to the sites at Towpath Trail Peace Park?

2WD accessible. Short walk at some sites; drive in at the rest. Wheelchair accessible.

Are pets allowed at Towpath Trail Peace Park?

Yes — Towpath Trail Peace Park is pet-friendly. Off leash okay.

Are campfires allowed at Towpath Trail Peace Park?

Yes — campfires are allowed at Towpath Trail Peace Park. Always review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.

What is the check-in process at Towpath Trail Peace Park?

You'll head straight to your site upon arrival.

What is the cancellation policy at Towpath Trail Peace Park?

Full refund anytime before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Towpath Trail Peace Park?

Check-in at 2pm. Check-out at 12pm. Flexible check-in available at some sites.

How far in advance can you book, and how long can you stay at Towpath Trail Peace Park?

Same-day bookings welcome, up to 18 months ahead. Stay up to 29 nights depending on the site.

Does Towpath Trail Peace Park have showers?

No — no showers at Towpath Trail Peace Park.

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Picnic table at night with LED solar powered lighting

Parking is available between the Porta-Jon and woodpile by a large tree.

Our first out of state campers came from Vermont.

Our first Ohio-Erie Towpath Trail bicyclist campers

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Towpath Trail Peace Park

Hosted by Joe · Bolivar, Ohio

5 sites · RV, Tent · 2 acres

93%

176 reviews

Near Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the Hunt House.

Primitive tent camping on the Greenville Peace Treaty Line, Buckeye Trail, Ohio-Erie Canal Towpath Trail, Scenic Byway, Tuscarawas River Water Trail, Great American Rail Trail, and American Discovery 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 no one is 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 at a 90-degree corner with a slight slope that causes trucks to downshift and brake. If you're a light sleeper, we recommend bringing earplugs! We now offer disposable, individually packaged earplugs in our Porta-Jon.

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Tent-only sites (dispersed)

4 sites

Peace Park Campsites on the Towpath

93%

(228)

Tent site · Sleeps 8

Primitive tent camping on the Greenville Peace Treaty Line, Buckeye Trail, Ohio-Erie Canal Towpath Trail, Scenic Byway, Tuscarawas River Water Trail, American Discovery 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 else traveling through to book a campsite, even if no one is available to meet and greet. Hipcampers, 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 tested annually, picnic tables, fire-pits, fireside benches, birds, butterflies, lightning bugs, wild turkey, deer, and other wildlife are often seen.

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

RV-only sites

1 site

RV or Small Trailer Spot

Booked 1 time

Vehicle site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 45 ft

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 else traveling thru to book a campsite even if anyone isn't available to meet and greet. Hipcampers, once booked may go to an available campsite and set up camp. We only have one spot for RV's across from the primitive campsite parking on our lower driveway easement. Dog-friendly, handicapped accessible Porta-Jon with hand sanitizer, shared electricity for charging phones, pristine aquifer water tested annually, picnic tables, fire-pits, fireside benches, birds, butterflies, lightning bugs, wild turkey, deer, and other wildlife are often seen.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Electrical hookup

No water hookup

Reviews

93%· 229 reviews

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Review summary
Generated from real Hipcamper reviews
Towpath Trail Peace Park offers a convenient stopover for trail travelers, especially those cycling or hiking the towpath. The host, Joe, is frequently praised for his friendliness and wealth of local historical knowledge, making interactions enjoyable for campers. While the site's proximity to roads and a railway may not be ideal for light sleepers, earplugs are often recommended and provided. The campsite itself is noted for its cleanliness and accessibility, though some maintenance like mowing could enhance the experience.
Kaleigh W.
Tent camped at Peace Park Campsites on the Towpath, Aug 2026.
Recommends
Towpath Trail Peace Park was a decent place to stay! Joe was really nice and wanted to share so much history about the area, which was awesome! The food grade hose was helpful for us to hose down after 60 miles on the towpath. The spot is close to a somewhat busy road and there is an active rail line close by so if you’re sensitive to car and train sounds while trying to sleep, maybe pack some earplugs! A sweet calico kitty visited our tent in the morning and hung out while we packed up. What a delight! I would stay there again.
Mike R.
Tent camped at Peace Park Campsites on the Towpath, Aug 2026.
Recommends
Always a great stay. Joe is the best host ever. Can’t wait for the next trip
Andrew C.
Tent camped at Peace Park Campsites on the Towpath, Jun 2026.
Recommends
Thank you, Joe, for the campground right on the towpath trail. I had a good night’s sleep during my bike trip and enjoyed talking with you and learning about the local history. It’s also convenient to Bolivar with a bike trail the whole way.

Amenities

Fire pitsFirepit, Communal, Wood burning fireplace
Portable toilets
Potable waterHose, Pump or well, Bottled water or jugs
Picnic tables
Electricity hookupLess than 30 amps
Wifi
LaundryAt some sites
Trash disposalRecycling bin, Trash bin
Cooking equipmentAt some sites · Grill over firepit, BBQ
No showers
No water hookup
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

Walk-in access at some sites2WD accessible. Short walk at some sites; drive in at the rest. Wheelchair accessible.
Pet-friendlyOff leash okay.
Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
Check-in processYou'll head straight to your site upon arrival.
Cancellation policyFull refund anytime before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 2pm. Check-out at 12pm. Flexible check-in available at some sites.
Booking windowSame-day bookings welcome, up to 18 months ahead. Stay up to 29 nights depending on the site.

Extras

Firewood bundle$20.00 per itemAt select sitesWe have a wagon by our woodpile, opposite from the Porta-Jon, so you may take a full flush load in my absence.
Additional Parking Spot$10.00 per itemAt select sitesOur campsites include the first parking spot, however, if you have multiple cars arriving, we have a fee for additional cars.
Northern Tuscarawas County History$10.00 per itemAt select sitesOur rich history lecture tour of Northern Tuscarawas county includes: 1. The Delaware Indians 2. Christian Frederick Post 3. Fort Laurens 4. The Greenville Peace Treaty 5. Bolivar, Ohio 6. Zoar, Ohio 7. Ohio-Erie Canal in Bolivar-Zoar. 8. Historic sites along the Ohio & Erie Canal within 10 miles.