Hide-A-Way Lakes Campground

The Great Outdoors

While you're camping at Hide-A-Way Lakes Campground, you'll be within a few miles of the massive Lake Erie. Head to Walnut Beach Park for a day of recreation on the lakeshore. Walk along the dunes of the sand beach, play the day away on the volleyball courts, and let the kids loose on the playground.For some off-shore fun, head to Mosquito Lake State Park near Cortland. The park borders one of Ohio’s largest lakes; boaters and kayakers will have over 7,000 acres of water to explore. You can stay on dry land at the archery range, or go wildlife watching, swimming, horseback riding, or hiking while you're here.Cuyahoga Valley National Park is just an hour's drive from the Hide-A-Way Lakes campsites. Plan a visit here, and you can embark on a scenic train ride through the wilderness or journey along portions of the park's 125 miles of hiking trails. Stop by the visitor center to learn about the park's features. Popular pastimes in this vast natural area include star gazing, golfing, ranger-led tours, horseback riding, fishing, and winter sports.Allegheny National Forest is just a couple of hours' drive east of Hide-A-Way Lakes Campground. The forest has over 500,000 acres of land to explore. Enjoy hiking, biking, horseback riding, fishing, swimming, hunting, off-roading, camping, and more when you spend time in this scenic forest. Take in the views from the comforts of your Ashtabula motorhome rental with a scenic drive on the 36-mile Longhouse National Scenic Byway. When the winter season sets in, visitors to Allegheny National Forest can still enjoy some outdoor recreation with snowmobiling, skiing, and ice fishing.

Explore the City

There are a lot of urban attractions to check out when you rent a camper near Ashtabula. For a fun, family-friendly day out, consider a visit to Erie Zoo in Erie. Here you'll find a diverse range of creatures, from gorillas to giraffes, along with an ice skating rink and a greenhouse. See animals from all over the globe at the Wild Asia and Safari Land areas, and don't miss the Children’s Adventure attraction, with its own unique theme and collection of animals. With close to 400 animals and a botanical garden, this park has all the ingredients for an exciting afternoon.Learn about the life that lurks in the waters of Lake Erie (and beyond) when you tour the Greater Cleveland Aquarium in Cleveland. The Asia & Indonesia gallery features an array of fish, reptiles, and amphibians, and the Coastal Boardwalk is home to stingrays, seahorses, and live coral. While you're here, you can participate in hands-on experiences like shark tank dives, stingray encounters, and even watch a feeding.Another great spot to visit while you're in Cleveland is the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Learn about the prehistoric past at the Ultimate Dinosaurs exhibit or fix your eyes on the skies at the Nathan and Fannye Shafran Planetarium & Ralph Mueller Observatory. The Perkins Wildlife Center and Woods Garden is also a must-see while you're touring the museum. Stroll through a forest setting filled with creatures native to Ohio. Watch for bobcats, coyotes, owls, and many more when you stop by this beautiful and educational site.The entertainment options are nearly endless when you're camping at Hide-A-Way Lakes Campground. Kick back and relax at your campsite, trek through some rugged Ohio wilderness, and explore some of the region's best attractions during your stay. Book a travel trailer rental near Ashtabula and start planning your next adventure.