Private Campground

Star4.64
14 reviews
Private Campground
Family FriendlySummer Destination

Quick Facts

1,033 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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February 2026

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February 2026
Private 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

4.64

Top-Rated

Based on 14 reviews

227 Google reviews

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quietlakebeachstaff

"Campers consistently praise Private Campground as a clean, family-friendly, well-managed spot with a lake, beach, playground and plenty of pavilions. Visitors frequently highlight the boat docks and relaxed atmosphere, and many groups use it for picnics, seasonal docking and recurring events."

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Campground Map

Private Campground

Private Campground

40.9789, -81.5537


Best Time to Camp at Private Campground

Best
Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.5 / 5
Top 11% in OH

Boating, beach, and family activities are summer-focused and well-reviewed.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

Wooded shorelines suggest good fall color, but no direct fall reviews.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Spring should support boating and woodsy recreation, though no explicit spring reviews.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

No winter activity mentions; likely limited services and fewer activities in winter.

Planning Tips

    About Private Campground

    Spread across 411 acres of prime lakefront terrain, Portage Lakes State Park invites you to explore eight interconnected lakes perfect for sailing, jet skiing, and casting a line. Whether you're gliding across the water, testing your aim at the fully accessible archery range (10-50 yards, dawn to dusk), or watching waterfowl glide through the wetlands, this Ohio gem offers year-round adventure just off Manchester Road.
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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

    4.6
    14 reviews
    Top-Rated
    Top-Rated
    Private Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Campers consistently praise Private Campground as a clean, family-friendly, well-managed spot with a lake, beach, playground and plenty of pavilions. Visitors frequently highlight the boat docks and relaxed atmosphere, and many groups use it for picnics, seasonal docking and recurring events.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 14 reviews

    What Campers Love

    ["Lake with beach and playground — good for families and kids","Numerous pavilions and large acreage — popular for picnics and group events","Boat docks and seasonal boat docking — guests appreciate...
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    Based on 14 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    ["Bring a boat or reserve docking space if you plan to boat — multiple reviewers mentioned docking and enjoying a full season.","Reserve or plan for a pavilion for group events (popular for picnics,...
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    Last updated February 17, 2026
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