Shawnee Ohio River Campground
Open year-round with sites currently available. Reservations required through ReserveOhio.com up to six months in advance.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued September 20 at 4:49PM EDT until September 20 at 5:15PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
SVRILN The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Northeastern Lewis County in northeastern Kentucky... Southwestern Scioto County in south central Ohio... * Until 515 PM EDT. * At 449 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles northeast of Rome, moving southeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Minor hail damage to vehicles is possible. Expect wind damage to trees and power lines. * Locations impacted include... Friendship, Garrison, Buena Vista in Scioto County, Saint Paul, Firebrick, Rexton, Tannery, and Turkey Creek Lake.
Flood Watch issued September 20 at 1:07PM EDT until September 21 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of Indiana, including the following counties, Dearborn, Fayette, Franklin, Ripley, Union and Wayne 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...From 7 PM EDT this evening through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Showers and thunderstorms producing heavy rain will impact the area overnight. Rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches are expected with locally higher amounts. The heavy rain combined with saturated ground will lead to potential flash flooding.
Special Weather Statement issued September 20 at 4:31PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
At 431 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located 8 miles northeast of Rome, moving east at 25 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 45 mph and half inch hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include... Portsmouth, New Boston, Rosemount, Blue Creek, Friendship, Saint Paul, Firebrick, West Portsmouth, and Turkey Creek Lake. If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building. To report hazardous weather conditions, go to our website at weather.gov/iln and submit your report via social media, when you can do so safely.
About
Shawnee Ohio River Campground opened in 2023 as Ohio's newest state park campground, developed from a former 18-hole golf course along the Ohio River. The $12.3 million project transformed over 200 acres within the 1,095-acre Shawnee State Park, often called the "Little Smokies" for its rugged Appalachian foothills landscape. All 80 campsites are paved full hookup sites with electric, water, and sewer connections on spacious, level asphalt pads. Five sites are ADA compliant, and the campground can accommodate RVs up to 90 feet. Each site includes a fire pit and picnic table. Recreational amenities are extensive. The signature feature is a one-mile kayak water trail created from restored golf course ponds, with kayak rentals available from the camp store. An 18-feature splash pad, 35,000 square foot dog park with obstacles and play features, two archery ranges, a bicycle pump track and skills course, outdoor fitness equipment, playground, and a two-mile walking/biking path along the Ohio River provide activities for all ages. The nearby marina offers boat ramp access, gas and diesel, transient and seasonal dock slips, and fishing along the Ohio River. The campground includes a camp store serving hand-dipped ice cream, bath and shower houses with laundry facilities, dump stations, and a shelter house with charcoal grill available for group rental. Native pollinator habitat with over 1,200 trees and 10 acres of prairie species surround the developed areas. Reservations can be made up to six months in advance through ReserveOhio.com.
Directions
Located at 11152 US-52, Stout, OH 45684, along the Ohio River within Shawnee State Park in southern Ohio's Scioto County.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $60 - $65 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 130ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (740) 858-6652 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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