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Best campgrounds near La Rue, OH
Hickory Grove Lake Campground
Marion, OH (8 miles away)
$$$$$
(196 sites)
+5
Hardin County Fairgrounds
Kenton, OH (12 miles away)
$$$$$
Back Forty Ltd
Ohio (18 miles away)
$$$$$
(82 sites)
+5
River Bend Family Campground
Caledonia, OH (20 miles away)
$$$$$
(240 sites)
+9
Delaware State Park
Delaware, OH (21 miles away)
$$$$$
(290 sites)
+9
Tee Pee Family Campground
Upper Sandusky, OH (22 miles away)
$$$$$
(200 sites)
+2
Foxfire Campground
Nevada, OH (23 miles away)
$$$$$
(150 sites)
+10
Arrowhead Lake Campground
Ohio (23 miles away)
$$$$$
(115 sites)
+5
Sunset Springs RV Resort
Bucyrus, OH (24 miles away)
$$$$$
(125 sites)
+9
Venture Out Resorts, Indian Lake Resort
Ohio (25 miles away)
Welcome Woods RV Campgrounds
Russells Point, OH (26 miles away)
$$$$$
(112 sites)
Indian Lake State Park
Lakeview, OH (27 miles away)
$$$$$
(459 sites)
+8
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Camping near La Rue, Ohio
La Rue is a small village in Marion County in north-central Ohio, roughly halfway between Marion and Kenton along US Route 23. The surrounding landscape is flat farmland cut by the Scioto River and Little Scioto River, with several private RV parks, county fairgrounds, and one large state park within about a 45-minute drive.
The closest option to La Rue is Hickory Grove Lake Campground, a full-service private RV park spread across 38 acres just outside Marion. Northwest of La Rue, Tee Pee Family Campground sits between Upper Sandusky and Findlay off US 23, and Back Forty Ltd operates in the general area southwest of La Rue. The Hardin County Fairgrounds in Kenton offers RV sites when not hosting events.
For a public-lands trip with a lake and boating, Delaware State Park lies south of La Rue near the Delaware Reservoir and is the largest campground in the region. Together these five properties cover the practical range of RV camping styles within easy reach of La Rue: private resort, fairgrounds hookups, and state-park lakeside.
Things to do around La Rue
Water recreation is the main draw. Hickory Grove Lake Campground has a stocked 9-acre lake with a sandy beach, fishing dock, and pool. Tee Pee Family Campground centers on a swimming pond with a beach, swim deck, and water slide, with fishing access on site. Delaware Reservoir supports unlimited-horsepower boating and produces catches of crappie, catfish, and largemouth and smallmouth bass.
On-land activities include the Marion Tallgrass Trail near Hickory Grove, popular with cyclists and walkers. Delaware State Park has a free-to-play 27-hole disc golf course at the Sweet Gum picnic area and a 9-hole course inside the campground. Waterfowl hunting is permitted in season at Delaware, and the adjacent Delaware Wildlife Area allows hunting for all legal game seven days a week.
Camping spots and RV parks near La Rue, OH
Seasonal patterns
- spring
March - May
61° / 41°F 95 mmFrequent rain; ground stays soft after storms
- summer
June - August
81° / 61°F 100 mmWarm, humid, busy; book weekends early
- fall
September - November
61° / 45°F 75 mmCooler, drier; September often the driest month
- winter
December - February
36° / 21°F 65 mmCold and snowy; most private parks closed
The main camping season in this part of Ohio runs from late April through mid-October. Private parks such as Hickory Grove Lake and Tee Pee Family Campground open for the warm months and host planned family activities on summer weekends, when sites fill quickly and holiday weekends often sell out weeks in advance.
Spring brings frequent rain, with May typically among the wettest months and low-lying sites near the Scioto and Delaware Reservoir prone to soft ground after storms. Summer is warm, humid, and busy, with July highs averaging in the low 80s Fahrenheit. Early fall is generally the most comfortable window: warm days, cooler nights, and lower reservoir crowds.
Winter closes most private campgrounds. Hardin County Fairgrounds shifts to event use around the annual Hardin County Fair, when RV sites are reserved for fair participants. Delaware State Park's campground stays open year-round, though services scale back and some loops close in the off-season.
How to book
Delaware State Park uses the state's ReserveOhio system. Campsites can be reserved up to six months in advance online at reserveohio.com or by calling 1-866-644-6727, and no walk-in sites are offered. Check-in is 3 PM and check-out is 1 PM.
Private parks are booked directly. Hickory Grove Lake Campground takes reservations through its own site and offers standard and premium RV sites plus cabins. Tee Pee Family Campground accepts online reservations through its official website. Back Forty Ltd is booked directly with the operator.
Hardin County Fairgrounds camping is handled by the fair office, and RV camping during fair week is restricted to registered fair campers with specific arrival and departure dates set by the Agricultural Society.
What to expect
Terrain around La Rue is flat and open, with a mix of farmland and wooded pockets along creeks. Most private campgrounds sit on level ground and are big-rig friendly, with 30 and 50 amp service, water, sewer, and pull-through sites available at parks like Tee Pee and Hickory Grove Lake.
Expect full hookups at the private RV resorts, plus amenities such as laundry, hot showers, camp stores, playgrounds, and dog parks. Delaware State Park's campground offers roughly 200 electric sites in a heavily wooded setting with flush toilets, showers, a dump station, laundry, and a fenced dog park, though individual sites do not have sewer.
Cell coverage is generally reliable throughout Marion, Hardin, and Delaware counties. Pets are permitted at all five campgrounds on the list, typically on leash and at designated sites.
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Frequently asked questions about campgrounds near La Rue, OH
How do I choose the right campsite for my RV?
Start with the practical stuff: site length, the hookups you need, and whether it's a back-in or pull-through. Camping conditions in the U.S. vary by region and elevation, so check the local season, road access, and reservation requirements before you book. Federal campgrounds use Recreation.gov and state parks each have their own systems. Learn more.
How much are RV campsites near La Rue, OH?
Campsite prices near La Rue, OH depend on the type of campground. State park sites typically run $20-$45 with hookups. Private RV parks in town often run $40-$100, with tourist-hub locations charging more. Nearby Forest Service or Bureau of Land Management sites are usually $10-$25, often without hookups.
Is there any free camping near La Rue, OH?
Free camping near La Rue, OH depends on what federal public land is in driving distance. Bureau of Land Management and Forest Service land usually allows up to 14 days of dispersed camping at one spot. Check fire restrictions before you head out. Learn more about free camping.
Can I book a campsite through RVezy?
Not directly. RVezy doesn't handle campsite reservations, but each campground listing links to the operator's website or booking page when one's available.
What's the best time to go camping near La Rue, OH?
Camping near La Rue, OH works best in the shoulder seasons, with spring and fall hitting the sweet spot in most of the country. Summer is peak in northern climates; winter is peak in the southern and desert states. Local weather and elevation drive the specifics.
How far are RV campgrounds from La Rue, OH?
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Where are dump stations near La Rue, OH?
Dump stations near La Rue, OH are usually at private RV parks and state park campgrounds, sometimes for a fee if you're not staying overnight. RVDumpsites.net maps the nearest options.
What's the best time of year to rent a RV in La Rue, OH?
Renting a RV in La Rue, OH works best in the shoulder seasons (April-May and September-October) across most of the U.S. Peak rental demand runs June through August nationwide, while the snowbird stretch from December through March drives winter demand in the southern states and southwest deserts.
What's the best time of year to rent an RV in La Rue, OH?
RV rentals in La Rue, OH peak from June through August when school is out. Shoulder months (April, May, September, October) usually have better availability and lower rates. Winter is high season for snowbird destinations in Florida, Arizona, Texas, and southern California.
Can I have an RV delivered to my home or campground in La Rue, OH?
Yes. Many RVezy hosts in the U.S. deliver and set up at your home, a campground, or a destination. It's especially useful for first-time renters and for trips into remote areas where backing in a big rig isn't fun.
Can the RV be delivered near La Rue, OH?
In most cases, yes. A lot of U.S. hosts offer to drop off the RV near La Rue, OH at your driveway, a campground, or wherever you're starting your trip. It saves you the drive and the setup.
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