Walnut Grove Campground

The Great Outdoors

Just down the street from Walnut Grove Campground is the Howard Collier State Nature Preserve. This small but stunning nature preserve is operated by the state to showcase the variety and beauty of Ohio’s wilderness. You can follow the trails as they guide you through the floodplains of the Sandusky River. You’ll see lots of Ohio’s beautiful plant life, such as sycamore trees, oak trees, and even wild tulips.Tiffin campers looking to get a little closer to the Great Lakes can visit the Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area near Fremont. On the shores of Sandusky Bay, just off of Lake Erie, this wildlife area is a beautifully preserved estuarine habitat. Animals from all over the continent raise their young in this natural nursery, especially local and migratory birds. No matter what season you plan to rent an RV near Sandusky, Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area will be teeming with wildlife. Pack a pair of binoculars, a sturdy windbreaker, and climb to the top of the observation tower to see the diversity of the wildlife at Pickerel Creek.Those who want to get a better understanding of the local history and culture can venture to Malabar Farm State Park in Lucas. This historic still-operational farm was the creation of author and Pulitzer Prize winner, Louis Bromfield. He built the farmhouse up to what it is today, a 32-room mansion. Visitors are encouraged to go explore the pastureland, where cattle, chicken, and goats still live. If you’d rather enjoy the scenery, trails will guide you over the rolling hills of the area as you explore the blending of farmland and forest.

Explore the Area

To learn about some area history, plan a trip to the Seneca County Museum in Tiffin. This 18-room mansion was once home to the region’s first millionaire, Rezin Shawhan. Today, it houses a variety of exhibits, such as horse-drawn carriages, historic furnishings, photographs and paintings, and some locally produced Tiffin glass.If the Tiffin glass at the Seneca County Museum interested you, then head to the Tiffin Glass Museum & Shoppe. This museum works to preserve and showcase the history and glass of Tiffin’s Glass House, the factory that operated from 1889 to 1984. You can view unique styles, colors, and shapes of glass and learn about the different processes needed to make the various pieces. You can even purchase some recreations as souvenirs to take home.History buffs should plan to spend some time at the nearby American Civil War Museum of Ohio. You can delve into the beginnings and happenings of the Civil War, learn about specific Ohio leaders and homestead efforts of the war, and also peruse the research library. The museum also hosts a variety of events throughout the year, so be sure to check in advance to see if your travel dates line up with any lectures, film screenings, or ghost tours.When you need to restock and refuel your Tiffin motorhome rental, you'll find several options for gas stations within easy reach of your campsite at Walnut Grove Campground. When you need a grocery store, your best options will be in nearby Tiffin.Ohio, like most of the Midwest, has a rich history in meat-packing. So, it’s no surprise that residents love their corned beef. No matter how you like it, corned beef and cabbage, Reuben sandwiches, or another way, you are sure to be able to find your fix at a local deli.