Caldwell Lake Campground

Star4.53
81 reviews
144 Lake Rd, Chillicothe, OH 45601
Family Friendly

Quick Facts

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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Caldwell Lake 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

4.53

Top-Rated

Based on 81 reviews

79 Google reviews

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"Campers consistently praise Caldwell Lake Campground for its scenic lake, well‑marked hiking and biking trails, and friendly, helpful staff. It is described as peaceful, family‑friendly, and clean with good fishing and kid activities, though experiences with facilities and cell service vary."

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Campground Map

144 Lake Rd, Chillicothe, OH 45601
No map location available

Best Time to Camp at Caldwell Lake Campground

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Wooded, shaded campground and family-friendly vibe make summer camping appealing.

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

Appalachian foliage and scenic ridges imply excellent fall color viewing and camping.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Forest setting suggests pleasant spring growth and birding, though may be muddy.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

Small wooded park in Ohio likely cold and quieter in winter; no winter amenities noted.

Planning Tips

    About Caldwell Lake Campground

    Tucked into a wooded hollow just south of Chillicothe, Caldwell Lake Campground offers a peaceful retreat within Scioto Trail State Park's 218 acres—itself wrapped by 9,000 acres of protected state forest. Here, ridgetop views sweep across the Scioto River Valley, while the intimate lake welcomes paddlers and anglers seeking a quieter alternative to Ohio's busier parks. Rent a kayak or canoe seasonally from the campground office, or bring your own hand-powered or electric-motor boat to explore the calm waters.
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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

    4.5
    81 reviews
    Top-Rated
    Top-Rated
    Caldwell Lake Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Campers consistently praise Caldwell Lake Campground for its scenic lake, well‑marked hiking and biking trails, and friendly, helpful staff. It is described as peaceful, family‑friendly, and clean with good fishing and kid activities, though experiences with facilities and cell service vary.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 81 reviews

    What Campers Love

    ["Beautiful scenery and lake views; many reviewers call it 'beautiful' and 'gorgeous'.","Good hiking and biking trails — scenic, well marked, and sometimes challenging (hilly).","Friendly, helpful...
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    Based on 81 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    ["Check current restroom/shower availability before you go — reviews conflict (many report no showers, one mentions a new shower house).","Expect limited cell/Wi‑Fi away from the campground office;...
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