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Visiting Ohio’s State Parks by RV

Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat in the woods, a family-friendly waterfall hike, or a scenic paddling route, Ohio’s public lands deliver. Here are some of the best state parks in Ohio to visit with your RV, complete with nearby campground suggestions to make your stay comfortable and convenient.

Overview

Ohio is full of hidden outdoor gems, from sandstone caves to rolling hills and riverside gorges. With dozens of state parks, nature preserves, and scenic byways, the Buckeye State offers a variety of landscapes perfect for RV travel. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat in the woods, a family-friendly waterfall hike, or a scenic paddling route, Ohio’s public lands deliver.

For RVers, the experience is even better when you can camp near these destinations. Fortunately, there are plenty of private and public campgrounds across the state that offer full hookups, great amenities, and close access to hiking trails and scenic overlooks.

Here are some of the best state parks in Ohio to visit with your RV, complete with nearby campground suggestions to make your stay comfortable and convenient.

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Jeremy & Stephanie Puglisi

Jeremy and Stephanie Puglisi are the co-hosts of the weekly RV Atlas and Campground of the Week podcasts and the RV Atlas blog. They are also the authors of See You at the Campground: A Guide to Discovering Community, Connection, and a Happier Family in the Great Outdoors, and Where Should We Camp Next: A 50 State Guide to Amazing Campgrounds and other Unique Outdoor Accommodations, and the Acadia National Park Adventure Guide. After buying their very first pop-up camper more than 10 years ago, Jeremy and Stephanie caught the RV bug in a big way, and now spend over 70 nights a year in their travel trailer with their three sons, Theo, Max, and Wes, and sweet Maggie the pup. You can follow along on their adventures (and misadventures) over at RV Atlas.

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North Carolina Gateway RV Parks: Explore State and National Parks from Convenient Private Campgrounds

RV through North Carolina and camp near stunning parks like Mount Mitchell, Hanging Rock, and the Outer Banks. Gateway campgrounds deliver camping access and glamping amenities for unforgettable getaways.

Overview

North Carolina offers a rich variety of outdoor experiences, from high-altitude hikes and mountain overlooks to pine forests, coastal wetlands, and miles of Atlantic shoreline. Some of the most iconic state and national parks in the country can be found here—but booking a campsite inside these public parks can be a challenge, especially during peak seasons.

That’s why many RVers choose to stay at privately owned campgrounds just outside the gates. These “gateway” RV parks offer reliable site availability, full hookups, and resort-style amenities while still placing you close to the trails, beaches, and waterfalls that make North Carolina such a beloved RV destination.

Jeremy and Stephanie Puglisi

The RV Atlas

Jeremy & Stephanie Puglisi

Jeremy and Stephanie Puglisi are the co-hosts of the weekly RV Atlas and Campground of the Week podcasts and the RV Atlas blog. They are also the authors of See You at the Campground: A Guide to Discovering Community, Connection, and a Happier Family in the Great Outdoors, and Where Should We Camp Next: A 50 State Guide to Amazing Campgrounds and other Unique Outdoor Accommodations, and the Acadia National Park Adventure Guide. After buying their very first pop-up camper more than 10 years ago, Jeremy and Stephanie caught the RV bug in a big way, and now spend over 70 nights a year in their travel trailer with their three sons, Theo, Max, and Wes, and sweet Maggie the pup. You can follow along on their adventures (and misadventures) over at RV Atlas.

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Exploring State Parks in Illinois by RV

Illinois is home to a wide variety of scenic state parks and natural areas that are perfect for RV travelers. Here are some of the best state parks to explore in Illinois, along with nearby campgrounds that make RV camping easy and enjoyable.

Overview

Illinois may be best known for its vibrant cities and historic landmarks, but it’s also home to a wide variety of scenic state parks and natural areas that are perfect for RV travelers. From the rolling prairies and sandstone canyons of northern Illinois to the peaceful canals and rivers that wind through the heart of the state, Illinois offers outdoor adventures for every kind of camper.

For RVers looking to combine outdoor recreation with comfortable, amenity-packed camping, privately owned campgrounds near these state parks provide the perfect basecamp. Many of these campgrounds offer water, electric, and sewer hookups, Wi-Fi, camp stores, playgrounds, swimming pools, and planned family activities—all within a short drive of top Illinois parks.

Here are some of the best state parks to explore in Illinois, along with nearby campgrounds that make RV camping easy and enjoyable.

Jeff Crider

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Jeff Crider

Jeff Crider, President and CEO of Crider Public Relations, has been involved in covering the campground industry for over 25 years. Jeff has worked as a freelance writer for publications such as RV Business, Motor Home Magazine, Trailer Life, Highways and other Affinity Group Inc. publications since 1995. He has also successfully pitched many of the nation's top tier media outlets, including CNN, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, the Los Angeles Times, USA Today, The Financial Times, Reuters, The Associated Press and National Public Radio. In addition to writing, Jeff is also a talented photographer and humanitarian. 

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Visit These Equestrian Campgrounds

Check out these campgrounds across the country with special facilities and amenities for equestrian campers as well as guided horse, pony or donkey rides.

Overview

There are several campgrounds across the country that offer special facilities for people who camp with their horses. Some campgrounds also have horses, ponies or donkeys on site and offer riding lessons for visiting RVers and their families. Other campgrounds are so close to horseback riding trails that they contract with neighboring outfitters who offer their guests guided rides.

Some campgrounds with equestrian facilities and activities are located near national parks, including Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah, Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado and Gettysburg National Military Park in Pennsylvania. There’s even an equestrian campground in Wisconsin that offers its guests weekend training sessions on topics of interest to horse owners as well as special horse-and-rider activities for Halloween, including horse and rider costume contests and haunted rides in the woods.

Here’s a sampling of campgrounds across the country with special facilities and amenities for equestrian campers as well as guided horse, pony or donkey rides:

Jeff Crider

Author

Jeff Crider

Jeff Crider, President and CEO of Crider Public Relations, has been involved in covering the campground industry for over 25 years. Jeff has worked as a freelance writer for publications such as RV Business, Motor Home Magazine, Trailer Life, Highways and other Affinity Group Inc. publications since 1995. He has also successfully pitched many of the nation's top tier media outlets, including CNN, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, the Los Angeles Times, USA Today, The Financial Times, Reuters, The Associated Press and National Public Radio. In addition to writing, Jeff is also a talented photographer and humanitarian. 

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Campgrounds with Laser Tag: Your Next Adventure Awaits

These nine campgrounds offer traditional outdoor experiences with an exciting laser tag twist! This fun-filled experience is perfect for families and adventure-seekers alike.

Overview

One activity that is becoming more widely available in independently owned and operated campgrounds is laser tag.

Laser tag is a game in which players use toy guns to shoot infrared beams at sensors on other players’ vests to score points, while trying to avoid being tagged themselves. Many campgrounds have designed specific areas with obstacles, hay bales and other objects to hide behind for laser tag games. 

Keep in mind that laser tag is a popular paid activity so it’s worthwhile to reserve your game times as soon as you can. But chances are, with campgrounds offering so many amenities, from miniature golf to swimming pools with water slides, you’ll will have no trouble finding plenty of other fun campground activities to enjoy with family and friends while you await your next laser tag game.

Here’s are nine campgrounds across the country that offer laser tag:

Jeff Crider

Author

Jeff Crider

Jeff Crider, President and CEO of Crider Public Relations, has been involved in covering the campground industry for over 25 years. Jeff has worked as a freelance writer for publications such as RV Business, Motor Home Magazine, Trailer Life, Highways and other Affinity Group Inc. publications since 1995. He has also successfully pitched many of the nation's top tier media outlets, including CNN, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, the Los Angeles Times, USA Today, The Financial Times, Reuters, The Associated Press and National Public Radio. In addition to writing, Jeff is also a talented photographer and humanitarian.