Otter Creek Campground

We stayed here for the first time this weekend. We are torn between 4 and 5 stars, but went with 5 because there was more positive than negative. Very clean and well managed, managers and seasonal campers were very friendly. Spacious and secluded sites. We stayed as tent campers. Not sure why another camper mentioned the rule signs being off putting, they are there because too many people do not follow the rules. Our site did have poison ivy starting to grow on the edge (late April), but we hope to see it gone the next time we come back, because we will!

So I got to go last year n July for a week n let’s just say this place is amazing the staff do a credible job on the Campground n the place is gorgeous n very kid friendly when it comes to play ground n they also have a hiking trail to. I am of course looking to go back this year more then once for sure n of course another big week there. July 7 2023 we been here since July 3rd n we r enjoying are selfs again this place is amazing my favorite place to go for vacation n to stay for a short get away as well if anyone is looking for a place to stay this be the place to go on vacation n to relax. The two pics are site 50 n one of my favorite sites.

We had a phenomenal time. This is probably one of the cleanest older style campgrounds that we have been to. The price is very affordable and there is plenty of things to do around it. From trail hikes to kayaking or canoeing if you have your own. The price of firewood is also outstanding. We stayed for four nights and bought the $35 bundle and it lasted for our stay. Thank you to the staff for making our stay so welcoming.

We had 2 great camping weekends in 2021 and look forward to booking in 2022! The campground is quiet and relaxed. Scott and Mandy could not be more accommodating or helpful! Camp store has lots of essentials and is well stocked.
The only negatives: The drive to get in is not the easiest and some of the spots are tight to back into. Once you are in the sites they are spacious, just be sure to bring leveling blocks/boards as the campground is very hilly.
5 stars to Otter Creek!

Although the owner was very nice, and the location by Lake Aldred was great considering our love of kayaking, the upper roads and campsites were very tight and you are right on top of your neighbors. Our site was on a steep hill that required lots of extra blocking under the hitch, one tire, and front stabilizers just to get it level and this left the back bumper almost on the ground. The sites on the lower loops and by the playground are more spread out and the sites wider and more level.

The prices are not bad but there are little extra fees that you don't find out until you get there, such as extra money if you wish to run an air conditioner and pay showers that only give you six miles of water at a time. There is only one main shower/bathroom building and it is kept fairly clean. However, the smaller bathroom buildings that are through the campground stank so bad from a distance of 30' that I couldn't even get close enough to check them out.

They do have a nice big play area for kids but unless they are athletes, leave the bikes at home as the roads are very steep. There is also no area for swimming unless you wish to climb down a steep narrow path into the canyon that Otter Creek runs through. Not a safe swimming place for kids.

This campground served our purposes for a weekend trip but I don't think I would choose to stay longer than that. If you return I will certainly choose one of the lower wider sites.