Lake Hope Campground

Star4.22
236 reviews
Lake Hope Campground
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Quick Facts

948 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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January 2026

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January 2026
Lake Hope Campground
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Campsite Fees
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.22

Satisfactory

Based on 236 reviews

233 Google reviews

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"Campers consistently describe Lake Hope Campground as a quiet, scenic and well‑maintained spot with beautiful lake views and extensive hiking trails. Reviewers praise clean showerhouses, helpful staff, and a variety of lodging options (tent sites, electric sites, cabins). The park is hilly and somewhat remote, which adds to its peaceful character but means many sites are sloped, rocky, or uneven."

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Campground Map

Lake Hope Campground

Lake Hope Campground

39.3375, -82.3418


Best Time to Camp at Lake Hope Campground

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Good for paddling, hiking and camping; facilities (showers, cabins) support summer stays.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.5 / 5
Top 15% in OH

Fall foliage and trail biking/hiking are highlighted as a seasonal high point.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Good hiking and emerging foliage make spring pleasant though not singled out in reviews.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.5 / 5
Top 21% in OH

Winter activity not emphasized; likely quieter with limited organized winter recreation.

Planning Tips

    About Lake Hope Campground

    Step back in time at Lake Hope Campground, where history comes alive through the beautifully preserved Hocking State Forest Cabin. Built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps using American Chestnut timber and local stone, this landmark stands as a testament to the young men who shaped Ohio's public lands during the Great Depression while supporting their families back home.
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    Policies & Safety

    No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.
    No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

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    Reviews

    4.2
    236 reviews
    Satisfactory
    Satisfactory
    Lake Hope Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Campers consistently describe Lake Hope Campground as a quiet, scenic and well‑maintained spot with beautiful lake views and extensive hiking trails. Reviewers praise clean showerhouses, helpful staff, and a variety of lodging options (tent sites, electric sites, cabins). The park is hilly and somewhat remote, which adds to its peaceful character but means many sites are sloped, rocky, or uneven.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 236 reviews

    What Campers Love

    ["Very clean showerhouses and restrooms with plenty of hot water","Friendly, helpful staff and welcoming check‑in experience","Peaceful, quiet campground with good privacy between many sites","Scenic...
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    Based on 236 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    ["Make reservations in advance—sites can fill and some reviewers emphasize needing reservations","If tent camping, request sites farther back in the loops for flatter, more private spots","Bring...
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    Last updated January 13, 2026
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