Cumberland, Ohio, hooks RV travelers as the gateway to The Wilds, a 10,000-acre safari park alive with rhinos, giraffes, and cheetahs roaming free. Three standout parks offer sites from $25 a night, positioning your rig steps from wildlife adventures and serene countryside. Camp here to blend thrilling safaris with quiet nights under Guernsey County's starry skies.
Cumberland thrives along US-22 in Guernsey County, a speck of rural charm minutes from Salt Fork State Park's glassy lake and forested trails. The Wilds anchors the area, pulling in adventurers for open-air bus tours past exotic herds on reclaimed mine lands. Village life centers around quiet streets like Main Street, where locals share tales of the region's coal-mining past and outdoor pursuits.
Hellbender RV Campground at The Wilds fits safari seekers perfectly, delivering sites from $71 nightly beside the park entrance. Fish Farm Camp draws budget campers and pet owners with its $25 flat rate, big-rig spots, and crackling campfires. Women's Retreat Farms Camp caters to comfort lovers via 50-amp power and water hookups starting at $54, all pet-friendly.
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Cumberland shines for its front-door access to The Wilds, the world's largest safari park outside Africa. This 10,000-acre preserve showcases over 500 rare animals like white rhinos and cheetahs in vast habitats. Kayak trips and zip-line tours add thrills amid rolling hills reclaimed from old mines.
Hellbender RV Campground at The Wilds, Fish Farm Camp, and Women's Retreat Farms Camp anchor options near Cumberland. Hellbender starts at $71/night right by safari gates. Fish Farm hits $25 with pet spots; Women's Retreat offers 50-amp from $54, all hugging US-22.
Yes, Fish Farm Camp and Women's Retreat Farms Camp welcome pets. Fish Farm pairs pet access with big-rig sites and campfires at $25/night. Women's Retreat adds 50-amp power and water hookups from $54, easing stays with dogs or cats amid rural peace.