Is Delaware State Park Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Delaware State Park Campground accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Are there showers at Delaware State Park Campground?

Delaware State Park Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

Are dogs allowed at Delaware State Park Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Delaware State Park Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

Delaware State Park Campground

4.70

241 reviews

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958 ft

Price

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Reservable

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Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

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Real-Time Availability

Select a month, then check for open campsites

April 2026

Compare availability across multiple campgrounds

Quick Facts

958 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

No Pets

Book on Ohio DNR Official Website

Get Directions

Delaware State Park 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

4.70

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Delaware State Park Campground

40.3970, -83.0637

Best Time to Camp at Delaware State Park Campground

Summer is the busiest season. Daytime highs settle in the mid-70s to low-90s°F, nights cool to the 60s, and the shade keeps sites comfortable despite Ohio humidity. The beach and marina are popular, weekends book up fast, and you'll want insect repellent for evenings. Spring and fall bring fewer crowds, cooler temperatures, and excellent wildlife viewing. One blogger found plenty of open sites and peaceful conditions in late fall. Winter day-use visitors report good scenery and birding, but campground services are limited and bathrooms near the water close for the season.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.5 / 5

Top 11% in OH

Beach, boating, kayaking and warm-season cabin availability make summer strong.

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About Delaware State Park Campground

Delaware State Park Campground sits beneath a canopy of mature hardwoods about three miles inside the park off US-23, north of the city of Delaware. The campground offers electric-only sites (30 and 50 amp) on paved pads with generous tree cover and spacing. Campers consistently praise the shaded, well-maintained sites and clean facilities, though highway and train noise reaches some loops and most recreation areas require a short drive.

Weather and SeasonsSummer is the busiest season. Daytime highs settle in the mid-70s to low-90s°F, nights cool to the 60s, and the shade keeps sites comfortable despite Ohio humidity. The beach and marina are popular, weekends book up fast, and you'll want insect repellent for evenings. Spring and fall bring fewer crowds, cooler temperatures, and excellent wildlife viewing. One blogger found plenty of open sites and peaceful conditions in late fall. Winter day-use visitors report good scenery and birding, but campground services are limited and bathrooms near the water close for the season.

Natural Features and SceneryGlacial till shaped this gently rolling woodland into a mix of hardwood forest and grassy clearings. Mature trees. Oaks, maples, and hickories. Create natural privacy screens between sites and keep the campground cool even in summer heat. Delaware Lake borders the park to the east, with a sandy swimming beach and marina offering open water views and fishing access. Deer appear regularly near the boat dock and fishing areas at dawn and dusk, and birders return year-round for resident and migratory species along the lakeshore and wooded trails. The scenery is quiet rather than dramatic: shaded campsites, tranquil lake views, and thick tree cover that muffles activity but not entirely the drone of US-23 traffic on the park's western edge.

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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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4.7

241 reviews

Top-Rated

Delaware State Park Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews

Review Summaries

Based on 241 reviews

What Campers Love

– **Spacious, shaded, and private sites:** Many sources emphasize that sites are **well-maintained, paved, with lots of trees, shade, and green space**, making them feel more private than at many...

Based on 241 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

– **Water & hookups:** The campground is **electric-only (30 & 50 amp)** at sites; there are **no full-hookup sites**. A campground blog notes that you must fill your freshwater tank at spigots near...

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