Cincinnati Reds RV Camping Guide
Cincinnati is a fun place for an RV vacation and if you are a baseball fan, head to the Great American Ball Park for a Reds game while you’re in Ohio.
Event information
Great American Ball Park offers no on-site RV camping, but over 15 exceptional campgrounds within 30 miles provide the perfect base for your Reds game adventure. East Fork State Park (25 miles east) features 399 sites with electrical hookups, while Lebanon/Cincinnati NE KOA (35 miles northeast) accommodates RVs up to 75 feet with full hookups and premium amenities. Public transportation via SORTA Metro, TANK buses, and the free Cincinnati Bell Connector streetcar makes stadium access seamless from most campgrounds. No tailgating is permitted at Great American Ball Park, making your campground the perfect spot for pre-game celebrations. For RV travelers seeking the ultimate baseball experience, Cincinnati combines world-class camping facilities with convenient stadium access, letting you focus on what matters most—cheering on the Reds.
What Makes Great American Ball Park Special for RV Travelers?
Great American Ball Park, home to the Cincinnati Reds since 2003, sits beautifully along the Ohio River with stunning views of Mount Adams and Northern Kentucky. The ballpark features over 50 concession stands with an incredible variety, including two "All-You-Can-Eat" food stands offering unlimited chips, peanuts, popcorn, soft drinks, and five hot dogs for one low price. The Reds boast four unique mascots—Gapper, Mr. Redlegs, Mr. Red, and Rosie Red—making game day extra entertaining for families.
For your Cincinnati baseball adventure, consider Cincinnati RV rentals for easy access to downtown, or explore Louisville RV rentals just 90 miles south for extended regional exploration.
Tickets
Depending on when you go to the game, who they are playing, and where you want to sit, Cincinnati Reds tickets at the Great American Ball Club usually range from under $15 to over $1,000. For example, in recent years, you could get an upper box seat for about $12 during the regular season, but you will typically pay more than $300 for post-season tickets no matter where you sit.
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Transportation
Driving
Surrounded by I-71, I-75, I-471, and US-50, you will not have any trouble finding the Great American Ball Park. However, you will run traffic in Downtown Cincinnati if you do not plan accordingly. Make sure you get to the park early and avoid the major roads and highways during rush hour. The Ohio River bends itself through the Cincinnati several times drawing out the state line between Kentucky and Ohio. Crossing bridges and even between the two states is part of normal travel in the region.
You’ll only be five miles from the Cincinnati Zoo to the north and less than two miles from the Krohn Conservatory and the Cincinnati Art Museum to the northeast. In fact, you can find plenty of points of interest in the area you should not miss while you are in town.
Parking areas
Great American Ball Park parking is managed by SP+ Central Parking, with official lots in Central Riverfront Garage, West Garage, and East Garage. Day-of-game parking passes cost between $22-50 and accept credit cards only—no cash accepted.
Your best strategy? Leave your rig at a comfortable campground and use Cincinnati's excellent public transportation network to reach the ballpark stress-free.
Public Transportation
Whether you are coming from somewhere in the Cincinnati area or over the river in Kentucky, you can find several options for getting to the Great American Ball Park. Queen City Metro is the main public transportation system and reaches the most areas with more stops than the others. The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is also a great choice with 50 different routes in the city. And the Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky (TANK) has 100 different bus routes that run from Kentucky to Cincinnati. Taxis and ride-sharing apps are also popular choices.
Where to stay
Onsite
Unfortunately, there is no place to camp at the Great American Ball Park when you come for a Cincinnati Reds game. However, you can find over 10 campgrounds within 30 miles of Reds Stadium where you can stay. You’ll be able to choose from many different amenity packages, and you can just leave the rig at the campsite and take public transportation to the park, so you don’t have to worry about parking.
Nearby
East Fork State Park
Located 25 miles east of Cincinnati, East Fork State Park offers 399 campsites with electrical hookups, seven full-service sites with sewer and water, plus shower facilities, flush toilets, and drinking water. This 4,870-acre park features a 1,200-foot swimming beach, nature trails, and is perfectly positioned for families seeking outdoor recreation alongside their baseball adventure.
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Lebanon/Cincinnati NE KOA Holiday
Situated 35 miles northeast of Cincinnati, this family-friendly KOA accommodates RVs up to 75 feet with full hookups (20/30/50 amp service), Wi-Fi throughout the park, and premium patio sites with upgraded amenities. The resort offers swimming pools (Memorial Day through Labor Day), playground facilities, mini-golf, and is just 8 miles from Kings Island amusement park.
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Getting around
You will be walking wherever you want to go at the Great American Ball Park since they do not have shuttles or golf carts to help you get around. Luckily, they do have three escalators and seven elevators to assist you if needed. You can find the elevators by Sections 135, 127, 121, 110, and 101. The escalators are in the Kroger Fan Zone and by Gapper’s Alley. Wheelchairs and strollers are welcome but must not block access to walkways or other seats.
What to pack
Clothing
Pack summer attire, including team jerseys or t-shirts with jeans or shorts, comfortable walking shoes (no shuttles available in the park), and a Cincinnati Reds baseball cap for sun protection.
Gear
Bring a clear backpack 16 inches or smaller—sealed plastic water bottles are permitted, but no glass containers, cans, or outside food.
Health & Safety
Essential items include sunscreen with high SPF, sunglasses, a camera, a phone, a wallet, tickets, and ID. For campground comfort, pack insect repellent and outdoor cooking equipment if your site lacks utilities.
Where to eat
Cooking
No cooking of any kind is allowed at the Great American Ball Park. No tailgating is allowed, so you will either have to eat what is served at the park (they have a plethora of choices) or wait until you get back to the campground. If you stay at a campground with utilities, you will be able to cook indoors or out. But if the campground is primitive, you will either need to use your generator, cook outside on a campfire grill if they have one, or bring your own camp stove.
Restaurants
Less than a mile from the park, you can find a sports bar, Japanese restaurant, fine dining establishment, as well as a pizzeria that you can walk to if you want. If you want a different type of food, take a trip further into town for Korean, Belgian, Italian, Greek, and a Mediterranean Restaurant. There are also quite a few fast food joints, cafés, and burger places. You can find just about anything you can imagine in Cincinnati.
Vendors
The Great American Ball Park boasts over 50 concession stands with a huge variety of foods and drinks. From cake to cheesesteaks and smoothies to smoked chicken, you will be amazed at the choices at this park.
Reds Stadium has “All You Can Eat” stands with unlimited chips, peanuts, popcorn, soft drinks, and up to five hot dogs all for one low price. There are two of these stands; one behind Section 144 and the other behind Section 428. You have to purchase a special pass at the game as it is not included with your ticket.
n addition, Retail Row has a whole group of different merchandise vendors selling souvenirs all along the row from the front gate to Gapper’s Alley.
Safety
Security
Every fan is screened before coming into the park for safety reasons. You will need to remove any metal objects from your pockets like phones and keys before going through a metal detector. If you set off the detector, they will use a handheld detector as well. All items you carry in such as backpacks, bags, and purses will be searched before entry as well. Do not bring glass, drugs, weapons, drones, or anything else on the list of items not to bring. You can find this list on the Cincinnati Reds website.
Weather
You can count on hot weather during a Reds game if you go anytime after March. The average highs from April until August range from low 80s to lower 90s. However, the lows in April and May can drop into the upper 50s this close to the river, so you will want to bring a jacket or hoodie if you are going during the spring. Rain and thunderstorms can happen anytime in Ohio, so make sure you are prepared with rain gear in the RV.
Medical
The Great American Ball Park has several first aid stations staffed by Tri-Health in case of illness or injury. The medical staff is licensed by Good Samaritan and Bethesda North Hospitals, so you will be in good hands if you need medical attention. These stands are located near Sections 411, 125, and 110. If they cannot treat your issue, they will provide transportation to the nearest hospital, which is about a mile away.
