Alum Creek Campground
Open year-round with reduced availability from November 1 through April 15. Reservations are required and open six months in advance via reserveohio.com or by calling 1-866-644-6727.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 11 at 9:47AM EDT until August 11 at 10:30AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
SVRILN The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Franklin County in central Ohio... Northern Pickaway County in central Ohio... Southern Delaware County in central Ohio... * Until 1030 AM EDT. * At 947 AM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near West Jefferson, moving east at 60 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to trees and power lines. * Locations impacted include... Columbus, Dublin, Westerville, Reynoldsburg, Grove City, Upper Arlington, Gahanna, Hilliard, Worthington, Bexley, Pataskala, Powell, Canal Winchester, Groveport, Ashville, South Bloomfield, Minerva Park, Polaris, Ohio State University, and Lake Darby. This includes the following Interstates... I-70 in Ohio between mile markers 87 and 111. I-71 in Ohio between mile markers 88 and 127.
Flood Watch issued August 11 at 4:12AM EDT until August 12 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Indiana, including the following counties, Dearborn, Fayette, Franklin, Union and Wayne, Kentucky, including the following counties, Boone, Bracken, Campbell, Kenton, Lewis, Mason, Pendleton and Robertson, and Ohio, including the following counties, Adams, Auglaize, Brown, Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clermont, Clinton, Darke, Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Hardin, Highland, Hocking, Licking, Logan, Madison, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, Pickaway, Pike, Preble, Ross, Scioto, Shelby, Union and Warren. * WHEN...Through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Several rounds of thunderstorms are expected into Wednesday morning. Locally heavy rainfall can be expected with the potential for storms to repeatedly track over the same locations. This will result in the potential for flash flooding.
Flood Advisory issued August 11 at 9:16AM EDT until August 11 at 12:15PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Delaware County in central Ohio... Union County in central Ohio... Champaign County in west central Ohio... Logan County in west central Ohio... * WHEN...Until 1215 PM EDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 916 AM EDT, radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible. - Some locations that may experience flooding include... Dublin, Westerville, Delaware, Marysville, Bellefontaine, Urbana, Powell, Sunbury, Plain City, Richwood, St. Paris, West Liberty, Mechanicsburg, North Lewisburg, Russells Point, Ashley, De Graff, Lakeview and Belle Center.
About
Alum Creek State Park Campground is one of central Ohio's most popular camping destinations, located just minutes from Columbus, Westerville, and Delaware. The 286-site campground spreads across multiple loops offering a mix of shaded wooded sites and open sunny areas. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire ring, with electrical hookups providing 20, 30, and 50-amp service. A select number of full hookup sites offer water and sewer connections in addition to electric. The campground provides excellent facilities including modern heated restrooms with hot showers, a dump station, and free WiFi throughout the grounds. A camp store serves camper needs, while recreation amenities include basketball courts, horseshoe pits, and playgrounds. The park's 3,387-acre reservoir is a major draw, offering boating access, a swimming beach, and fishing opportunities. Beyond the campground, Alum Creek State Park features a nature center with summer programs, a large off-leash dog park, and miniature golf. Camper cabins and cedar cabins are also available for those preferring roofed accommodations. The park can accommodate large RVs up to 80 feet, though all sites are back-in only.
Directions
Located north of Columbus in Delaware County, Ohio. The park is easily accessible from I-71 and is just a few miles from Columbus, Westerville, and Delaware.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $41 - $70 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (740) 548-4631 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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