Camp Perry Lodging and RV Park

We have a pet that isn't allowed most anywhere except the RV park. The RV office is located in a huge Clubhouse that other facilities use as well. Staff was courteous and helpful. Be careful when driving towards the clubhouse its tricky to negotiate the parking lot with RV very tight, so walk up and park at the edge of the lot. The base was mostly quiet while we were there and there's food and groceries fairly close. Not sure I'd stay longer than a few days.

Very nice location just off of Lake Erie, very large beach for residents and guests. Contrary to what the website says, dogs are prohibited on post. (Editor's note: The website has been updated) - Thanks!) Check in is easy, you get keys for water and electricity, sewer is deep inside a hole so bring an extension. Nice and close to Put In Bay and Cedar Point, lots to do.

This was our first stop on the way to PNW for our 1st cross country trip in a camper and we are pleased to have found this campsite. Checking in was easy but do not try to go through the driveway in front of the office if your RV is taller than 11 feet. Close call for our 5th wheel if it wasn't for the fellow camper watching me come in, our trip would have been over right there. Parking in the front office building is plentiful to park any size RV. Anyway, the RV park was well maintained from what we can see and the grass was freshly cut. The backing was a bit of a challenge for a beginner like me because the parking strip is very narrow. Your stairs are guaranteed to be on the grassy area which is not bad. All the utility works but the padlocks are a bit tricky so a little finagling is required. The campsite was full at the time we were there due to the National gun shoot competition which made us feel very safe knowing everyone around us is packing, Big dumpster is available in the entrance and exit area, We will definitely return to this RV park if we will travel this way again.

A well maintained Army Guard training installation. Ohio has opened it to the public and while some of the facilities are discounted to the military they are open to the public. We stayed one night on our way out to visit family in Wisconsin and 3 nights over a long weekend on our return trip to the Poconos. We had a full hook up. The utilities are locked at each site and the staff would give us our site number when I called in to explain we were running late. They told me they weren't allowed to do that. Which I thought was unusual, as they had no problem taking my credit card to reserve the site. I just wanted to be able to stop, eat dinner and get there after 10 p.m. We had a nice stay, went to Middle Bass Island, toured locally around Port Clinton.

The training post was very quiet with almost nobody there. It's open to the public with no security. The conference center, lodging, and RV Park are all new. There were only a few RV's. The beaches on Lake Erie are a short walk from the RV Park. WiFi was available at the RV Park, but I couldn't get an Internet connection. Restrooms/showers are new, basic and fairly clean, although work was being done on some showers. Check-in staff was very friendly. We took a day to visit the Henry Ford Museum and the Ford (F-150) Factory tour located 90 miles away. We had a nice visit.

W.B. left this review using the Directory software: Very nice and helpful staff at the Conference Center check in desk. Campground is very clean with paved pads & driveways. We've a 27' trailer w/full sized pu that fit well. The sewer hookups are a bit different than usual but work. All hookups are spread out and you've got to be a bit careful where you park so everything will hook up at the same time. We walked to the beach and Lake Erie may not be as polluted as years back, but I wouldn't swim in it on a bet. This was confirmed when we strolled through Port Clinton (5 mi. away) and could smell sewage every time we passed a storm sewer grate.

My family camped overnight in a tent. When we checked in, the guy working the desk reminded me of the retarded policeman. He had no clue. He said they rarely use the tent spots, so they put us in a spot for an RV. This is OK, but this was the furthest spot from the bathrooms, and the lights from the adjacent dorms were bright and annoying. I asked to get closer, but the clerk would not do it. The bathrooms are brand new and very nice.

We stayed from 2 July through 10 July. Pros:The campground is very clean as was the bathhouse. It was cleaned and maintained daily. Lots of little plus like the small PX, beach, static displays, quiet and away from the regular RV park crowds. The spots were large, flat and easy to back in. Hook ups were easy to access. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Private access to the bath house via a key. Camp Perry is in a great location to tour all over the area. Cleveland, Toledo and Detroit are within easy driving distance as are all the local sites. The campground was never full while we were there and at one time was down to 5 campers. Cons: Of course, it is new so not much shade and you are surrounded by barracks that are lighted 24/7. The prohibition of bringing pets was a big disappointment and most likely will preclude us from returning. Even though this did not seem to be enforced during our stay, I observed at least three dogs in the campground. The keyed entry into the bathhouse is both a pro and con. It was a hassle if my wife and I needed the bathouse key at the same time. An easy fix would be to install cypher locks on the bathhouse doors and provide registered campers with the code.

Interesting open-gate Ohio National Guard operated facility where most facilities (lodging, Exchange, RV Park) are also open to the public. New "military" rates for RV park which are rank-related (O-6 is $36/night) and about "market price" for area. No pets permitted although several were there while we were there but when you call for reservation they will tell you "no pets". Base and RV park getting ready for July 12 arrival of NRA Shooting matches which fills Camp Perry for about a month or so every summer. During our time, RV park about half full. Sites ok - strange water/electric hookup locations. Lodging staff (Bonnie) very nice. They give you a key to unlock water/electric. Time of year for May Flies when we were there but not too much trouble although pretty much all over your RV. AAFES small exchange open during week - not big but nice inventory and staff. No other place to eat on Camp Perry. Crowd is minimal except during shooting match time partly due to limited effort/interest in advertising (said they are worried about being perceived as competing with local civilian RV parks). Not bad place if on your way - or maybe weekend on Lake Erie short vacation.

I agree with Hoselrocket's evaluation, I was there 29 June - 1 July 2007, the RV park was almost vacant. There is no shower facilities and I don't think they have a plan to build any. I checked with the lady in the office and she stated that they only take self contained RV's. Cingular or A.T&T cell phone service was very good. I would stay again. It was easy to find, every one was very courteous especially the gate guards. Just for your information, Cedar Point RV park quoted me a price of $80-85.00 a night.

Camp Perry Ohio NG base. At Port Clinton along the western edge of lake Erie. A new 40 site CG with FHU's level asphalt back in sites. There was only one other camper here when we checked in, an Active duty guy apparently here for work. Nice quiet place, except for the kids marching and hollering cadence. Two bar Verizon signal. No cable but there are no trees (yet, several small ones have been planted) so I got a clear shot with the dish. Several off air local channels including a couple from Canada. Tried to call for a reservation but no one answered the phone at the conference center (Bldg 600). You check in at the Conference center then they tell you to go pick a site then come back to pay. All the hook ups are locked and they give you a key after you pay. Didn't matter that we didn't have a reservation, when I checked in the girl on the desk said I was her first RV of the year. This place is a little pricey for what it offers. $29 a night for nothing but a parking space with FHU's. The post has a small BX and a post laundry. A nice fishing pier and beach is available. All in all we think this is a pretty nice place and would stop by again if in the area. I understand it will get really crowded during the annual shooting contest in July so if planning a trip then you will definately need a reservation. Check the Camp website for dates.