Willow Lake Campground

The Great Outdoors

The northeast region of Ohio has a ton to offer nature lovers, regardless of the time of year. Geneva State Park is just two miles north of Willow Lake Campground. This nearly 700-acre park offers access to Lake Erie, with opportunities for fishing, boating, and swimming. Hike the six miles of trails running through the park or bike along the two-mile paved bike path. Enjoy a meal at the waterfront restaurant on-site or bring your own supplies for a picnic by the lakeshore. Practice your aim at the park's archery range, or embark on a zipline tour for epic views of the area.When you rent an RV near Geneva, consider spending some time exploring the sprawling Allegheny National Forest. With an area covering over 500,000 acres, you can fulfill all your outdoor needs here. Hiking, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, biking, off-roading, snowmobiling, and ice skiing are some of the popular pastimes. Stop by the visitor center to learn about the park's features and settle into one of the forest's campsites to extend your stay.Cuyahoga Valley National Park is an hour's drive southwest of the campsites at Willow Lake Campground. The area has been occupied by humans for over 12,000 years. A stop by the visitor center can prepare you for hikes, fishing, kayaking, golfing, horseback riding, and stargazing. Over 125 miles of trails give you the option to choose the difficulty and landmarks you want to see.You might also want to stop by West Branch State Park in Ravenna when renting an RV near Geneva. There you can hit the waters of a 2,650-acre lake that brings opportunities for fishing, swimming, and boating. There are nearly 5,000 acres of woodlands, bogs, and meadows to check out during your visit. Popular activities to enjoy here include hiking, biking, horseback riding, picnicking, and hunting. There's also a playground within the park.

Explore the City

While camping at Willow Lake Campground, you'll be near lots of unique attractions and bustling cities. Delve into some area history with a visit to the Hubbard House Underground Railroad Museum, just a short drive northeast of the campsites at Willow Lake. An endpoint of the historic escape organization, the Hubbard House was one of the last stops for slaves on their path to freedom. Learn about the history of the Underground Railroad in Ashtabula County and view photographs and artifacts from the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Civil War. The museum also houses an exhibit highlighting the Great Ashtabula Train Bridge Disaster of 1876.Don't miss a visit to the Greater Cleveland Aquarium in Cleveland, near the shores of the Cuyahoga River. The aquarium displays many of the creatures from the Great Lakes, with exhibits detailing the area's complex ecosystem. Other regions of the globe are also represented here; visit exhibits like Tropical Forest, Tropical Reef, Coastal Boardwalk, Asia & Indonesia, and the Shark Gallery to see a broad range of aquatic critters.When you are looking to see more exotic creatures, the gold and blue macaws at Erie Zoo in Erie could do the trick. In addition to these vibrantly colored residents, you can find other birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles, insects, and arachnids here. The zoo is home to nearly 400 animals and a botanical garden. Some of the areas you can explore include Safari Land, Wild Asia, and the Children’s Adventure.While in Erie, you can also visit the Erie Maritime Museum, where you can view the U.S. Brig Niagara. The museum focuses on water warfare, some of Lake Erie's history, steam engines, and lighthouses. This place provides visitors with excellent insight into life on the shores of a Great Lake.