Franklin Furnace / Ohio River KOA Journey
Franklin Furnace, OH · 8.4 mi from Portsmouth
- Wi Fi
- Pet Area
- Propane
- Firewood Available
Top Campgrounds near Portsmouth
52 campgrounds
569 available sites
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Franklin Furnance / Ohio River KOA
Pedro, OH · 11.4 mi from Portsmouth
Sandy Springs Campground
Stout, OH · 17.8 mi from Portsmouth
5.0 (5 reviews)
5.0
- General Store
- Pet friendly
- Pull Through Site
- Electric Hookup
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Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius
Pedro, OH · 21.1 mi from Portsmouth
4.2 (97 reviews)
Oak Hill Campground, located in the Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area, features recent renovations with modern amenities such as electric hookups and flush toilets. Its proximity to Lake Vesuvius offers many recreational activities. It is one of two c...
- RV sites: 28
- Tent sites: 18
- Dump station on site
Season starts on April 10, 2027
Closed for Season
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
Pedro, OH · 21.7 mi from Portsmouth
3.7 (32 reviews)
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area, named after the historic Vesuvius iron furnace, is the top developed recreation site in Wayne National Forest. It features a 143-acre lake and a 1,200-acre complex. This area offers an ideal location for outdoor geta...
- Tent sites: 1
- Beach Access
Season starts on April 10, 2027
Closed for Season
Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius
Pedro, OH · 22.3 mi from Portsmouth
4.3 (107 reviews)
Iron Ridge is a campground located in the Vesuvius Recreation Area of Wayne National Forest, southeastern Ohio. It provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, horseback riding, and hiking. The campground is se...
- RV sites: 21
- Tent sites: 32
- Dump station on site
Riffels Camp and Float Adventures
Vanceburg, KY · 23.3 mi from Portsmouth
Riffel’s Camp & Float Adventures is a family-friendly campground in Lewis County, Kentucky, offering RV sites, primitive tent camping, tubing, and live music events. Guests can enjoy activities like floating down Kinniconick Creek and exploring ne...
- Power Service
- Picnic Table
- Pet friendly
- Water Hookup
Ashland/Huntington West Campground
Argillite, KY · 26.2 mi from Portsmouth
4.4 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Restrooms
- Showers
Ashland / Huntington West KOA Holiday
Argillite, KY · 26.5 mi from Portsmouth
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Pet Area
- Cable TV
Long's Retreat Family Resort
Bainbridge, OH · 29.9 mi from Portsmouth
4.4 (5 reviews)
Cedar Trails Retreat
Bratton Township, OH · 32.4 mi from Portsmouth
5.0 (5 reviews)
- Pet friendly
- Electric Hookup
- Propane
- Dump station on site
Season starts on May 1, 2027
Closed for Season
Grayson Lake Damsite Shelters
Grayson, KY · 33.3 mi from Portsmouth
4.0 (21 reviews)
Grayson Lake Dam Site Shelters are located seven miles south of Grayson, Kentucky, along state Route 7. The area offers a variety of recreational activities, including boating, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and hunting. The 20-mile long lake ...
- Pet friendly
- Lake Access
- Marina
Wren Eagle Retreat
Chillicothe, OH · 38.4 mi from Portsmouth
3.8 (5 reviews)
Paint Creek Dam Site
Bainbridge, OH · 40.1 mi from Portsmouth
4.0 (23 reviews)
The Paint Creek Dam Site Area, situated by Paint Creek Lake in southwestern Ohio, provides excellent outdoor recreational activities. Visitors can engage in boating, fishing, camping, picnicking, and rock climbing. It’s a popular destination for n...
- Picnic Table
- Grill
- Waterfront
- Playground
Bayview Campgrounds
Hillsboro, OH · 41.4 mi from Portsmouth
4.2 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Restrooms
- Waterfront
Walnut Creek Campground & Resort
Chillicothe, OH · 43.6 mi from Portsmouth
4.2 (5 reviews)
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Restrooms
- Showers
Lawrence Creek Campground
Maysville, KY · 45.2 mi from Portsmouth
3.8 (5 reviews)
- General Store
- Restaurant
- Waterfront
- Laundry
Vinton County Fairgrounds
Mc Arthur, OH · 46.3 mi from Portsmouth
3.4 (5 reviews)
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Waste Disposal
Sheltowee RV Park & Cabins
Morehead, KY · 48.6 mi from Portsmouth
5.0 (5 reviews)
Huntington / Fox Fire KOA Holiday
Milton, WV · 49.3 mi from Portsmouth
- Wi Fi
- Pet Area
- Cable TV
- Propane
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Nearby city: Columbus, OH
Approx. 85 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 535 ft
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