Between the Black Fork and Clear Fork: Riverside Camping at River Run Campground

LOUDONVILLE CANOE FIELD GUIDE

Between the Black Fork and Clear Fork: Riverside Camping at River Run Campground

A concise guide to the Off River sites at River Run Campground in Loudonville—shaded riverside lots with 20/30A electric hookups, rules and minimums, and on-site canoe pick-up.

Between the Black Fork and Clear Fork: Riverside Camping at River Run Campground.

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Location
Loudonville
Operator
River Run Campground
Category
Canoe
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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River Run Campground sits on the banks where the Black Fork and Clear Fork join to form the Mohican River in Loudonville, Ohio, offering large shaded riverside sites, shaded inland lots and level RV sites for tents, pop-ups and RVs.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE LANDSCAPE

Riverside lots where two forks meet

Sites lie along the Black Fork and Clear Fork where they form the Mohican River; the campground advertises large shaded riverside sites and shaded inland lots for campers who want direct river access.

THE CAMP

Full campground amenities

River Run provides a long list of services and facilities: hot showers (fee), picnic tables, flush toilets, fire rings, dump station, playground, pavilion, camp store, lodge area, swimming pool, game room, basketball court and sand volleyball.

THE RULES

Policies that protect paddlers and families

Quiet hours, child and pet supervision rules, a strict no‑harassment policy toward canoers, bans on fireworks and firearms, and limits on motorized recreational vehicles are enforced to keep the campground orderly.

What the day feels like

What the stay is actually like

Stays at River Run center on riverside and shaded inland campsites with on-site amenities and services; electric hookups are available, canoe pick-up is offered for campers, and the operation enforces rules and minimum-stay requirements to manage stays of two to fourteen days.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this campground works for—and who should think twice.

1
Adult rentersRentals require someone 18 or older; adults arranging stays and rentals should meet that requirement.
2
Families with childrenAll ages are welcome to camp, but children 12 and under must be supervised at the pool and all children must be on-site during quiet hours; parents are responsible for minors.
3
Pet ownersPets are allowed but must be on a leash, attended at all times and cleaned up after; owners are responsible for their animals’ behavior and safety.
4
Canoe trip groupsGroups planning river trips can use the campground’s canoe pick-up, but must respect the no‑harassment policy toward canoers and the campground’s quiet and conduct rules.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to expect at your site

Sites offer electrical hookups (20 or 30 AMP); there is no water hookup at sites. Campground facilities include hot showers (fee), a dump station, picnic tables and fire rings.

Stay minimums & timing

There is a two-night minimum for weekend stays and a three-night minimum for holiday weekends; check-in is 2:00 p.m. and check-out is 12:00 p.m.

On-site services

The campground offers a camp store, pavilion, lodge area, playground, pool, game room and sports courts; canoe pick-up is available for campers.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check in is 2:00 p.m. and check out is 12:00 p.m.

Is there a minimum stay?

Yes. There is a two-night weekend minimum and a three-night holiday weekend minimum.

Are electrical hookups available?

Yes. Sites offer 20 or 30 AMP electrical service; there is no water hookup at the sites.

Can I rent if I am under 18?

Rentals require someone 18 or older; all ages may camp but renters must meet the age requirement.

Is there a lifeguard at the pool?

No. There is no lifeguard on duty; children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult and posted rules must be obeyed.

Are pets allowed?

Yes. Pets are allowed but must be on a leash, attended at all times, and owners must clean up after them.

Are motorbikes, ATVs or golf carts permitted?

No. Motorbikes, motor scooters, ATVs and golf carts are prohibited; drivers must be at least 16 with a valid license and insurance to operate motorized vehicles in or around the campground.

What behavior rules should campers know?

Quiet hours run from 11:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.; radios must be off during quiet hours, no fireworks or firearms are permitted, and harassment of canoers will result in eviction without refund.