Campgrounds near Pittsburgh

A Lakefront Family Campground Within Driving Distance of Pittsburgh

Ridge Ranch Campground is about 85 miles from Pittsburgh, just over the Ohio line in Newton Falls, on 76 acres with a 17-acre lake, a sandy beach and a Wibit water park.

85 milesfrom Pittsburgh
About 1 hour 45 minutestypical drive
76 acresshaded and sunny sites
17-acre lakebeach and water park

Why Pittsburgh families camp at Ridge Ranch

Pittsburgh families head west for a full lake weekend: swimming off the beach and deck, the Wibit water park, kayaks, canoes and paddle boats, fishing, and themed weekends with DJ nights and bingo.

Check-in is no-wait so you drive straight to your site, every site has a fire pit and picnic table, and the camp store has groceries, ice, firewood, pop, bait, fishing supplies and ice cream. See the full list of amenities and activities.

Wibit water park on the lake at Ridge Ranch Campground

What’s waiting for you

The lake and beach

A 17-acre lake with a sandy beach, a large swimming deck and a Wibit water park. Kayaks, canoes and paddle boats are allowed, and the fishing is right off the shore.

Something for every kid

The Kangaroo Jumper bounce pillow, a new playground, an arcade room, basketball, volleyball and horseshoes, plus a dog park for the four-legged campers.

Sites for every rig

Full hookup sites with 30 or 50 amp service, lakefront sites, sites along the woods and tent sites, all with a fire pit and picnic table, plus new restrooms and showers.

Weekends bring themed events at the pavilion, with DJs, karaoke, bingo and crafts, and the pavilion can be rented for reunions and group gatherings. See this season’s campground events calendar.

Seasonal sites for Pittsburgh-area campers

Pittsburgh-area campers keep seasonal sites at Ridge Ranch so their camper is set up and waiting every weekend, under two hours from home.

Pavilion at Ridge Ranch Campground

Make a weekend of it

Pair a few days at the campground with a stop in or near Pittsburgh:

  • Nelson Kennedy Ledges State Park
  • Mill Creek MetroParks in Youngstown
  • Ohio’s Amish Country

Then come back to camp for a swim, a quiet evening and a campfire.

Questions from Pittsburgh campers

How far is Ridge Ranch from Pittsburgh?

About 85 miles, or about 1 hour 45 minutes. Take I-376 and I-76 west into Ohio, then I-80 west toward Newton Falls.

Is Ridge Ranch worth the drive from Pittsburgh?

It’s under two hours by interstate, and the lake, beach and Wibit water park make it a full weekend destination. Book early for summer holiday weekends.

Do you have seasonal campsites?

Yes. Ridge Ranch offers seasonal RV sites for the full camping season, many near the lake or along the woods. See seasonal site availability.

Can I bring my dog?

Ridge Ranch has a dog park on site. Check the campground map and rules and contact the office for the current pet policy before you come.

Plan your stay

Ridge Ranch Campground, 5219 State Route 303, Newton Falls, Ohio. Call (330) 898-8080 or book online. Rates and site types are on our rates page.

Serving families from across Northeast Ohio and western Pennsylvania

Ridge Ranch Campground · 5219 OH-303, Newton Falls, OH 44444 · (330) 898-8080 · GPS 41.232057, -80.986637