Shawnee, Ohio lures RVers with Hocking River kayaking and easy drives to Hocking Hills' waterfalls and caves. Smiley's Campground and Old Stone Church Campground put you riverside, steps from bass fishing and trailheads. Park here to wake up to fog rolling off the water, launch your canoe, and explore a hidden gem of Ohio's Appalachians.
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Shawnee clings to the banks of the Hocking River in Perry County, a quiet village where locals launch canoes from public ramps on OH-374. Hike the Shawnee Trail for wildflowers and deer sightings, or head ten miles to Lake Logan State Park for swimming beaches and disc golf. The annual Perry County Fair in August draws crowds with tractor pulls and livestock shows, while New Straitsville's nearby Moonshine Festival celebrates bootlegging history with live music and moonshine tastings.
Smiley's Campground draws families seeking river access zero miles from Shawnee, complete with sites that hook up to one electric pedestal. Old Stone Church Campground fits groups perfectly, its wide-open fields echoing with laughter around historic stone walls. Both spots anchor your adventures, with gravel roads leading straight to the river's edge for evening campfires.
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Shawnee, Ohio shines for Hocking River paddling and as a launchpad to Hocking Hills State Park's gorges and ziplines. Anglers target smallmouth bass from local ramps on OH-374. Families flock to nearby Lake Logan for beaches, while events like the Perry County Fair add small-town charm with rides and pie contests. This riverside village blends quiet camping with rugged outdoor pursuits.
Yes, both Smiley's Campground and Old Stone Church Campground welcome pets on leashes. Smiley's provides fenced play areas near the river for dogs to romp. Old Stone Church's open fields suit larger pets during group trips. Always pack waste bags and check for ticks after Hocking River walks.