Setting up camp at Alum Creek State Park gives you the absolute best of both worlds: a peaceful,
wooded waterfront retreat that sits just minutes away from some of Ohio’s biggest world-class
attractions.
Whether you want to walk on the wild side, splash down a massive water slide, or explore
natural underground cave networks, you don't have to drive far. Pack up the family, fire up the engine, and check out the absolute best local hotspots right in our backyard.
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
4850 W Powell Rd, Powell, Ohio 43065
614-645-3400
614-645-3400
Ranked as one of the best zoos in the country, this massive, world-renowned conservation park is an absolute must-visit. From the heart of the African Savanna to the depths of the Polar Bear region, it is a full-day, immersive adventure that kids and adults will talk about for years.
- RVer Tip: Their main parking lot is massive and incredibly accommodating for large-vehicle parking if you choose to drive your motorhome over for the day.
- Don't Miss: The stunning, transparent underwater Seal & Sea Lion viewing exhibit.
Zoombezi Bay
4850 W Powell Rd, Powell, Ohio 43065
614-645-3400
614-645-3400
Located directly adjacent to the Columbus Zoo, Zoombezi Bay is Central Ohio’s premier multi-acre water park. When those humid July and August afternoons hit the campground, this is the ultimate sanctuary to cool off, chase some adrenaline, or just soak up the sun.
- Best For Thrills: Test your bravery on multi-story tube drop slides or the screaming Cyclone funnel slide.
- Best For Chills: Grab an inner tube and spend an hour drifting down the adults only lazy river or the classic, ultra-relaxing lazy river that the whole family can enjoy.
Olentangy Caverns
1779 Home Rd, Delaware, Ohio 43015
740-548-7919
740-548-7919
Want to escape the summer heat completely? Take a quick drive into Delaware, Ohio, and descend more than 50 feet deep into natural underground limestone caves. Used for centuries by Native Americans for shelter, these caverns maintain a crisp, cool constant temperature year-round.
- The Big Draw: This destination is a paradise for younger kids and the whole family. Featuring an interactive petting zoo, a treasure-hunting gem mining station, and mini-golf.
- Insider Tip: The cave stairs can be slick and steep—make sure everyone in the family wears sturdy shoes for the tour!