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River Bend Family Campground
1092 Whetstone River Rd South
Caledonia OH, 43314
740-389-5371
Office Hours
Monday
CLOSED
Tue-Thu
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Friday
12:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday
CLOSED
Enjoy River Bend Family Campground!

For generations, River Bend Family Campground has been curating a camping experience that nurtures our camper’s desire for community, relaxation, and family-oriented activities.

We are a family-oriented campground on the Olentangy River, located in Caledonia, OH. Enjoy many free amenities like Wi-Fi, pool, pond, showers, and Snack Shack, as well as an event-packed calendar.

Take a vacation adventure the entire family can enjoy!

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Amenities
  • 215 Seasonal Full Hook Up Sites
    • Electric 50/30/20 Amps
    • Water
    • Sewer
  • 16 Seasonal Partial Hook Up Sites
    • Electric 50/30/20 Amps
    • Water
  • Tent Sites
    • Primitive with 110 Electric Hook Up
    • Primitive Only
  • Shower House
  • Shelters
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • The Snack Shack
  • General Store
  • Dump Station
  • On-site Propane Tank Filling
  • New in 2022! The Laundry Features 2 sets of pay per use washers and dryers!
Activities
  • Live Music
  • Catch and Release Pond, River Fishing (License required)
  • River Fishing (License Required)
  • Monthly Tournaments
  • 9 Hole Disc Golf Course
  • 18 Hole Miniature Golf Course
  • Baseball/Softball Field
  • Football Field
  • Basketball
  • 2 Kids Playgrounds
  • Tennis & Sand Volleyball Court
  • Swimming Pool
  • Horseshoe Pits
  • Game Room
  • Golf Cart Trails
  • Paddleboats and Kayaks
  • GaGa Pit
  • Available By Reservation(For Our Seasonal Campers Only)
    • Picnic Shelter by The Pond
      • Barbeque Pit
    • Pavilion
    • Activity Center
Live Entertainment
SatMay 27th, 2023
Sneaky Pete & the Players
Pavilion
SatJun 3rd, 2023
Smores Party/Campfire Jam (with Preston Cooper)
Pavilion
SatJun 17th, 2023
Jessica Hannan (Duo with drums and backing tracks)
Pavilion
SatJun 24th, 2023
Karaoke!
Pavilion
SatJul 1st, 2023
The Thirsty Travelers
Pavilion
SunJul 2nd, 2023
Pool Party with DJ (Hammond)
Pool
SatJul 8th, 2023
Analog Youth
Pavilion
SatJul 15th, 2023
Smokin Hams
Pavilion
SatJul 22nd, 2023
Karaoke
Pavilion
SatJul 29th, 2023
Rock on the River (GPS BAND + Vandelay Industries + Preston Cooper + Nightfall + Emily Raff
Pavilion
SatAug 12th, 2023
23 Southbound
Pavilion
SatAug 19th, 2023
Karaoke
Pavilion
SatSep 2nd, 2023
TBD
Pavilion
SunSep 3rd, 2023
80s Party with DJ
Pavilion
SatSep 30th, 2023
Left of Center Band - No OSU Game
Pavilion
SatOct 21st, 2023
Callunaw Rednecks
Pavilion
Kids/All Ages Activities
SatApr 1st, 2023
Opening Day!
Near Office
SatApr 15th, 2023
Kids Easter Egg Hunt
Football Field
SatMay 20th, 2023
Ohio Nature - Live Animals (Kids activity)
Activity Center
FriMay 26th, 2023
Outdoor Movie
Football Field
SatMay 27th, 2023
Flag Ceremony
Football Field
SatMay 27th, 2023
Big Soccer Ball Game (Kids/Teens)
Football Field
SunMay 28th, 2023
Ice Cream Sundaes
Activity Center
SunMay 28th, 2023
Outdoor Movie
Football Field
SatJun 10th, 2023
Laser Tag (Kids and Teens) 6-9pm
The Woods
SatJun 17th, 2023
Kids Carnival
Football Field
FriJun 30th, 2023
Outdoor Movie
Football Field
SatJul 1st, 2023
Golf Cart Decorating Contest
The Hub
SatJul 1st, 2023
Kids Bike Parade
Campground
SunJul 2nd, 2023
Remote Control Boat Races
The Pond
SunJul 2nd, 2023
Ice Cream Sundaes
Activity Center
SatJul 8th, 2023
Teen Pool Party
Pool
SatJul 22nd, 2023
Slip N Slide
Game Room
SatJul 22nd, 2023
Christmas In July (Meet Santa)
The Woods
SatJul 22nd, 2023
Christmas in July Cookies (with Dave) and Crafts (with Gina)
Activity Center
SatAug 5th, 2023
Kids Activity - Hey Joe Magician! 4pm
Activity Center
SatAug 19th, 2023
Adults/Teens HORSE Tournament
Upper Basketball Court
SatAug 19th, 2023
Kids Bingo with Steve Keener
Activity Center
FriSep 1st, 2023
Outdoor Movie
Football Field
SatSep 2nd, 2023
Elephant Toothpaste/Huge Bubbles/Science Experiment
Football Field
SunSep 3rd, 2023
Ice Cream Sundaes
Activity Center
SunSep 3rd, 2023
Outdoor Movie
Football Field
SatSep 16th, 2023
Cake Walk
Activity Center
SatSep 30th, 2023
Kids Night Bike Ride for Charity
TBD
SatOct 7th, 2023
Pumpkin Hunt
Game Room
SatOct 7th, 2023
Pumpkin Carving Contest
Picnic Shelter
SatOct 14th, 2023
Costume Contest/Trick or Treat
Picnic Shelter
Adult Activities
SatApr 1st, 2023
New Camper Orientation (Session 1)
Activity Center
SatApr 15th, 2023
New Camper Orientation (Session 2)
Activity Center
SatApr 29th, 2023
Craft Show
Activity Center
SatMay 6th, 2023
Yard Sale
Campground
SatMay 13th, 2023
Art with Alexis: Kids and Dads Mother's Day Gift Making
Activity Center
SatMay 13th, 2023
Car Show
Football Field
SatJun 3rd, 2023
Art with Alexis
Activity Center
SatJun 10th, 2023
Adult Swim 8-11pm
Pool
SatJul 15th, 2023
Art with Alexis
Activity Center
SatAug 5th, 2023
Casino Night
Pavilion
SatAug 12th, 2023
Art with Alexis
Activity Center
SatAug 26th, 2023
Adult Swim: 8-11
Pool
SatOct 21st, 2023
End of Year Party/Hog Roast
Pavilion
Tournaments
(All tournaments are for ages 18 and up unless otherwise noted)
SatApr 22nd, 2023
Cornhole League
Pavilion
SatMay 6th, 2023
Euchre Tournament
Activity Center
SatMay 20th, 2023
Cornhole League
Pavilion
SatJun 24th, 2023
Cornhole League
Pavilion
SatJun 24th, 2023
Ping Pong Tournament (Kids 11 and Under, 12-17, Adults)
Game Room
SatJul 8th, 2023
Jimmy's Fishing Tournament
The Pond
SatJul 22nd, 2023
Cornhole League
Pavilion
SatAug 26th, 2023
Cornhole League
Pavilion
SatAug 26th, 2023
Entire Campground Mini Golf Tourney (Kids, then Teens, then Adults)
Mini Golf
SatSep 9th, 2023
Jimmys Fishing Tournament
The Pond
SatSep 16th, 2023
Pat DeGood Memorial Tournament (Cornhole)
Pavilion
SatSep 23rd, 2023
Cornhole League
Pavilion
SatSep 30th, 2023
Cornhole Championship Tournament
Pavilion
Rates
WeekdaySun-Thu
WeekendFri-Sat
Holiday WeekendsMemorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day
Primitive
$30
$35
$35 Weekday$40 Weekend
Riverside Primitive
$35
$40
$40 Weekday$45 Weekend
Primitive with 110 Electric Access (20 Amp)
$35
$40
$40 Weekday$45 Weekend
20/30/50 Electric and Water
$45
$50
$50 Weekday$55 Weekend
WeekdaySun-Thu
Primitive
$30
Riverside Primitive
$35
Primitive with 110 Electric Access (20 Amp)
$35
20/30/50 Electric and Water
$40
WeekendFri-Sat
Primitive
$35
Riverside Primitive
$40
Primitive with 110 Electric Access (20 Amp)
$40
20/30/50 Electric and Water
$45
Holiday WeekendsMemorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day
Primitive
$40 Weekday$45 Weekend
Riverside Primitive
$45 Weekday$50 Weekend
Primitive with 110 Electric Access (20 Amp)
$45 Weekday$50 Weekend
20/30/50 Electric and Water
$50 Weekday$55 Weekend
Guests
The base rate for each site includes 2 adults and up to 4 children. There is an additional charge as follows
  • Additional Adults (after first 2) - $10 each per night
  • Additional Children (after first 4) - $5 each per night
  • Pets (2 maximum) - $5 each per night
Seasonal Rates2023 Camping Season(Subject to Change)
Sites with Water, Electric (20/30/50 AMP) and Sewer Hook-up
$1,700
Premium Sites (extended lot, premium location, or woods) with Water, Electric (20/30/50 AMP) and Sewer Hook-up
$1,800 - $1,900
Seasonal Wait List (renewable from April 1st - May 1st each year)
$10
Passes
Guest Pass (Day)
$5 per person (may be more for special events)
Allows holder to be at the campground until Quiet Time starts for the day.
Guest Pass (Overnight)
$10 per person
Allows holder to be at the campground until Noon the next day.
Replacement Seasonal Car Pass
$10 for replacements
Allows holder to park vehicle at lot. Each seasonal lot is entitled to 2 car passes.
Replacement Key Card
$15
Family Day Pass (Season)
$100 per adult child's immediate family per season
Allows holder to be at the campground at any time when a seasonal camper under contract is present. Available to the adult children (and their children) or parents of seasonal campers.
Family Day/Night Pass (Season)
$200 per adult child's immediate family per season
Allows holder to be at the campground at any time when a seasonal camper under contract is present. Available to the adult children (and their children) or parents of seasonal campers.
Grandchild Pass
$25 per grandchild present at one time
Allows holder to be at the campground with a grandparent who is a seasonal camper. One pass is required for each grandchild whose parent does not have a family seasonal day or day/night pass. Grandchild passes are transferable from one of your grandchildren to another of your grandchildren.
Youth Parking Pass
$10 per season
Allows holder to park at the lot of a registered seasonal camper who is that person's parent/guardian so long as they are between the ages of 16-22 (There is no requirement to be enrolled in school). The Youth Car Pass holder must reside at home with his or her parents and share the same home address. Replacement cost for youth car pass is $5.
Dinner Pass (Age 65+)
No Charge, but must register with office
Allows holder who is age 65+ to visit a seasonal camper's site between 1pm and 9pm. For parents and grandparents of seasonal campers.
Active Duty Military Pass
No Charge, but must register with office
Allows holder to Stay at the campground overnight during visit home. For children or parents of seasonal campers who are in good standing who are home from active duty military service.
  • There is no fee for children age 5 and under
  • Passes are not transferable
  • Visitors may only visit the campground when the leaseholder seasonal camper(s) is present
FACILITIES RENTALS

All rentals are from 10am to 5pm. The facilities must be cleaned and returned to the condition that it was in at the time the rental began by no later than 6pm.

You may provide entertainment during your facility rental. Approval is required to use amplified sound for entertainment. Any entertainment that you provide is the renter's responsibility and is not to be deemed as payment for the facility rental.

You may reserve a facility by visiting the office or calling (740) 389-5371

RENTAL COSTS
All rental fees include up to 50 guests per venue
  • Pavilion: $200 ($150 for seasonal campers)
  • Picnic Shelter: $200 ($150 for seasonal campers)
  • Activity Center (includes air conditioning): $250 ($200 for seasonal campers)
From You
My daughter actually gets to be a kid at Riverbend.
My children can be kids! They can take off on bikes and play while we can feel safe about it. They make friends and stay active. It is the primary reason we camp seasonally. It is hard to let your kids be kids these days.
I have camped at River Bend for 39 years. I was 5 when my family started camping there. The best thing about it is the sense of community. Everyone is usually willing to help out anyone in need.
I grew up there and now this is our first year with our daughter!
We love all the activities (pool, playground, kayaks, river, etc) lots to do!
It's quality time with friends and family at a reasonable cost.
We love the family atmosphere and how everyone comes together!
I enjoy the peace and quiet it brings to my busy life.
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River Bend Family Campground River Bend Family Campground 1092 Whetstone River Rd South
Caledonia OH, 43314
740-389-5371
Office Hours
Monday
CLOSED
Tue - Thu
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Friday
12:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday
CLOSED
Office is closed October 15th through April 14th during our off season. Please use the contact form to contact us. Online reservations are open from November 1st, and reservations through our office begin on April 15th.
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