Campgrounds and RV parks near Hilliard, OH

Hilliard sits on the west side of the Columbus metro area in central Ohio, and travelers use it as a convenient base for both state park camping and private RV parks. The closest option is Alton RV Park, an urban, non-recreational RV park about nine miles from downtown Columbus with 35 full hookup, graveled and level sites and 50/30/20-amp service. It works well for travelers who want quiet nights close to the city rather than resort-style amenities. Most destination camping sits north of Hilliard around the Alum Creek reservoir corridor. Alum Creek State Park is about a 30-minute drive north of Columbus, with more than 3,000 feet of sandy beachfront along the west shore of the reservoir. Nearby private parks include Cross Creek Camping Resort and Berkshire Campgrounds, both within easy reach of the lake. For a small-town alternative, Pastime Park & Campground sits in a 44-acre municipal park in Plain City, filled with mature oak trees, and is a 5 to 10 minute drive from Dublin, Columbus, and Hilliard.

State park sites use the Ohio reservation system. All campsites at Alum Creek may be reserved by visiting reserveohio.com or by calling 1-866-644-6727, and no walk-ins are offered. Reservations are required and may be made up to six months in advance. Campsites can book up fast, so book as early as possible, especially during peak season or on holiday weekends. Private parks use their own systems. Cross Creek Camping Resort, Berkshire Campgrounds, and Alton RV Park all take direct online or phone bookings. To reserve at Pastime Park Campground, contact the campground directly, since the reservation process is managed by the city of Plain City. Check-in at Alum Creek is 3 PM, with checkout at 1 PM for campsites and 11 AM for cabins.