State Parks near Mansfield, OH

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Alum Creek State Park, OH

461 RV rentals

Searching for boating paradise and a family-friendly camping spot in central Ohio? Look no further than Alum Creek State Park. Located 20 minutes southeast of the city of Delaware, this 4,630-acre park sits next to the southwestern corner of Alum Creek Lake. The lake covers more than 3,300 acres and is a hugely popular destination for water skiing, fishing, and swimming.

Throw in a disc golf course, hiking trails, and a 300-plus-site campground, and it soon becomes obvious that Alum Creek State Park has a whole lot to offer for your next RV camping vacation.

AW Marion State Park, OH

443 RV rentals

AW Marion State Park lies in central Ohio, close to the towns and cities of Circleville, Lancaster, and Columbus. The state park covers an area of 309 acres, straddling along the western shores of Hargus Lake. Being so close to the Ohio capital, AW Marion State Park acts as the perfect park getaway for many of the cities population. This small yet unique park offers its visitors a chance to escape city life and enjoy the bounty of lakeside recreation. Whether it’s fishing at the lake’s edge, boating out on the water, or exploring the many trails, AW Marion State Park has something for all.

All of this makes AW Marion State Park the ideal place to …

Barkcamp State Park, OH

294 RV rentals

Hidden around 12 miles from Barnesville, and less than nine miles from Warnock is where you will find the 1005 acre Barkcamp State Park in Belmont County, Ohio. It sits under 10 miles from Egypt Valley Wildlife Area and is centered on Belmont Lake, a 117-acre water mass that has increased in size over the years. Smack in the middle of a mining village in Belmont, Ohio, Barkcamp state park is surrounded by valleys and rolling sandstone hills and is an ideal place to set up your rental RV.

The park sits where Barkcamp Creek once ran through, a spectacular location that makes for an exhilarating getaway camping at Barkcamp State Park. While in this breathtaking neighborhood, search for …

Beaver Creek State Park, OH

247 RV rentals

Planning a motorhome camping trip? Then consider Beaver Creek State Park in Ohio, one of the state’s most scenic parks nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Not too far from the cities of East Liverpool and Lisbon. These cities would make great day destinations while you are on your rental RV vacation to Beaver Creek State Park. With different habitats like bottomlands, a gorge, forests, and the Little Beaver Creek, there are quite a few interesting outdoor recreational activities to enjoy in the park that covers about 2,700 acres of land.

With a history that goes back some 10,000 years, the area was believed to have been inhabited by the Fluted Point Culture, and in later …

Blue Rock State Park, OH

347 RV rentals

Near the center of Ohio lies Muskingum County, which is a great place to go camping with an RV. When you book an RV in Muskingum County, you’ll have easy access to Blue Rock State Park and all that it has to offer. This state park was made official in 1949 after the official formation of the Division of Parks and Recreation in Ohio. The park rests on bedrock that was formed millions of years ago under a shallow inland sea. This sea formed limestone, shale, and sandstone layers, and the blue-colored shale found in the Blue Rock State Park region is where its name is derived from.

Thanks to the regions poor soils and rough terrain it maintained …

Buck Creek State Park, OH

463 RV rentals

If your RV camping trip is taking you to the Midwest, make sure to stop into Ohio and spend some quality time in the great outdoors. On the outskirts of Springfield, Ohio, about 40 minutes northeast of Dayton, and 20 minutes south of Urbana, you’ll find the massive 1,896-acre Buck Creek State Park.

In the 1830s, the US-40 road was built through Clark County which helped connect the great farmlands of the area to the rest of the nation, causing Springfield to grow exponentially. In the 1960s and ’70s, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built the Clarence J. Brown Dam and Reservoir and gave it to the state of Ohio to use as a park. In …

Burr Oak State Park, OH

313 RV rentals

The foothills of the Appalachian Mountains make for a stunning location for an RV rental vacation, and Burr Oak State Park is your ticket to a fun motorhome camping trip! Located in the southeastern part of Ohio, the park covers a whopping 2593-acres of densely forested land and valley farms. Centered around Burr Oak Lake that also forms one of the main attractions of the park, visitors have plenty of outdoor recreation to look forward to. From fishing and boating in Burr Oak Lake to hiking the many rugged trails and wildlife and nature viewing, campers have a great deal to look forward to when camping at Burr Oak State Park. 

Situated in the village of Glouster, the state …

Caesar Creek State Park, OH

481 RV rentals

One of the best places in Ohio for outdoor recreation is the 3,741-acre Caesar Creek State Park in the southwestern part of the state near Waynesville. The park also boasts a 2,830-acre lake that was created when the United States Army Corps of Engineers erected a dam in the 1970s. Water recreation at the park is a big draw for visitors, and many drive their RV to Caesar Creek State Park for camping and outdoor fun.

Want to go camping at Caesar Creek State Park but don't have an RV? You can book an RV in Warren County and spend a few days exploring Ohio in your rental motorhome. Dayton is only about 40 minutes north of the park …

Cowan Lake State Park, OH

472 RV rentals

In the heart of southwestern Ohio lies Cowan Lake State Park, an excellent state park offering the perfect weekend escape for a motorhome camping trip. Located in the city of Wilmington, the park is known for its serene lake setting with scenic creeks and a forested shore. An abundance of American Lotus adds to the overall charm of the lake. This state park is also popular with swimmers, kayakers and anglers. As you are finalizing your destination, book an RV in Clinton County so that you may explore the park and the nearby cities of Lebanon and Cincinnati.

Initially inhabited by the Miami and Shawnee Native American tribes, the area was turned into a settlement in later years …

Cuyahoga Valley National Park, OH

283 RV rentals

Cuyahoga Valley National Park, which is Ohio's only national park, is 33,000 acres in size. Nestled in between the bustling cities of Akron and Cleveland, this is one of the smallest and newest national parks in the United States. Located in northeastern Ohio, this park was initially designated as a Cuyahoga Valley National Recreation Area in 1974, and later on as a national park in 2000.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park's landscape is dotted with forests, rock formations, cliffs, and rolling hills. This national park gets its name from the 22-mile stretch of Cuyahoga River that weaves through the park. Cuyahoga Valley National Park provides varied outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, themed train rides, historical site visits, and wildlife …

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, OH

507 RV rentals

Dayton, which happens to be the county seat of Montgomery County, is currently the sixth-largest city in Ohio. The city is located just a few miles away from Springfield and roughly an hour away from both Cincinnati and Columbus. The State of Ohio is popularly referred to as the birthplace of aviation, all thanks to Dayton. Dayton is the birthplace of a set of brothers who made a significant contribution to human history. Edgar and Wilbur Wright made history when they launched the first plane into a sustained flight in 1903. When you’re motorhome camping across Ohio, be sure to pass by the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park for some insight into early aviation.

Situated right at the …

Deer Creek State Park, OH

472 RV rentals

Bring your RV to Wallsburg, Utah, located less than 15 minutes from Heber City, and spend a few days camping at Deer Creek State Park. If you don't have your own rig, book an RV in Wasatch County before driving over to the park for a weekend getaway full of boating, hiking, picnicking, and kiteboarding.

Provo and Orem are less than 30 minutes to the south of Deer Creek State Park and offer excellent shopping and restaurant choices. Make sure your rental RV is fully stocked before signing in at the park so you can enjoy the entire weekend without having to go into a nearby town for groceries or supplies. Salt Lake City is about an hour from …

Delaware State Park, OH

483 RV rentals

Does your RV camping trip take you to the upper Midwest? If so, you might want to check out Delaware State Park in Delaware, Ohio. This forested park is located just 45 minutes north of Columbus, an hour southwest of Mansfield, only 20 minutes south of Marion, and is a nearly 1,700-acre hub for campers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Through westward expansion, European colonizers discovered the shores of Lake Erie and decided it would be a good place to build a settlement. In order to protect their families during the war between the Delaware tribe and the British colonizers, the settlers constructed a fortress around the town. After they took the land for their own, they built up …

Dillon State Park, OH

387 RV rentals

A visit to Dillon State Park will give you a beautiful glimpse into rural Ohio at its best. The park is located near Zanesville Dresden, and Cambridge, and offers plenty of rolling hills and opportunities to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors, filled with wooded hills and scenic valleys. With such picturesque surroundings, it is not surprising that hundreds of people search for an RV in Muskingum County every year.

Whether you enjoy boating around the quiet side of the lake or getting the adrenaline pumping on the bike trails, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The rich and fertile area also gives visitors the chance to see some of the local wildlife, including white-tailed deer …

East Harbor State Park, OH

575 RV rentals

East Harbor State Park is a 1,831-acre park located along the shore of Lake Erie. From its beautiful beaches, sand dunes, and wetlands, the park attracts visitors from all around the country. Here, you'll find well-equipped RV camping sites, incredible scenery, and fun activities for the whole family. The park has been one of northern Ohio's most popular attractions for several years and is worth a stay.

The area that's now East Harbor State Park was once the home of Native American tribes, namely the Ottawa, until the War of 1812. Settlers who later occupied the area cultivated an abundance of grapes and peaches, thanks to the region's fertile soil and climate. The terrain is an effect of the glaciers …

Findley State Park, OH

444 RV rentals

Once upon a time, Findley State Park was a state forest. Today, however, this beautiful Ohio state park is a popular camping spot and outdoor recreational hub.

Located in Wellington, less than an hour southwest of downtown Cleveland, this 838-acre park offers a little something for everyone. Visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, and swimming on a 93-acre lake, not to mention tackle more than 16 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails.

And with plenty of space for RVs in its large campground, Findley State Park is perfect for a family camping vacation.

First Ladies National Historic Site, OH

383 RV rentals

Situated in Canton, OH, the First Ladies National Historic Site is the only Repository of scholarly information about the First Ladies of the United States. The site was established in 2000 and comprises of two buildings; the Education & Research Center and Ida Saxton McKinley’s family home. Planning on visiting the First Ladies National Historic Site during your next vacation? Rent an RV in Stark County and explore the city of Canton in your home away from home.

The Education and Research Center is an interesting place to visit. There is a research library, an exhibit space, and a stunning 91 seat theatre where films about the first ladies are shown. Some of the nearby attractions include the Pro …

Forked Run State Park, OH

221 RV rentals

Forked Run State Park is located in southeast Ohio near the Ohio - West Virginia border. Lying on the banks of the Ohio River, Forked Run State Park sits between the towns and cities of Athens, OH, Ravenswood, WV, and Parkersburg, WV. Tucked away on this borderland region of southern Ohio, Forked Run State Park stands on some of the oldest landscapes in all of the state.

Untouched by the glacial shifts that once covered much of Ohio, the region is full of rich woodlands and forests full of oak, hickory, and maple. This, combined with its closeness to the Ohio River and state park lake, makes Forked Run State Park the ideal place to take an …

Geneva State Park, OH

306 RV rentals

In northeastern Ohio, on the shores of Lake Erie, you’ll be near the heartland of the Ohioan wine country. Twenty minutes from Ashtabula, an hour from Cleveland, and an hour-twenty from Akron rests the lovely 698-acre Geneva State Park.

The Erie tribes inhabited this area up until the 1650s when the French settlers came through and started taking over the area. Over the next 100 years, the settlers established a trade route and used Lake Erie for shipping goods across the country. Throughout the 1960s and ‘70s, the state started buying up the land and developing it into the state park we know today.

At Geneva State Park, visitors can play basketball, hike, bike, swim, boat, fish, or …