Sometimes, you want to camp the old-fashioned way, but you’d rather not sleep on the ground. Fortunately, Ohio is home to several campgrounds that offer yurts you can rent for the night—complete with a comfy bed and elevated floor. (As an added bonus, some of these “glamping” accommodations even feature full bathrooms.) The following are some of our favorite yurt campgrounds in Ohio perfect for your next adventure.

1. Kelleys Island State Park (Kelleys Island)
Kelleys Island State Park, 920 Division St, Kelleys Island, OH 43438, USA
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In addition to the traditional camping options, Kelleys Island State Park features two yurts that sleep up to six. Each yurt features an efficiency kitchen, private bathroom with shower and a furnished living/dining area. Kelleys Island State Park is located at 920 Division St., Kelleys Island, OH, 43438.
2. Mosquito Lake State Park (Cortland)
Mosquito Lake State Park Campground, Cortland, OH 44410, USA
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Situated right on the lake, this underrated state park features a pair of yurts that are picture perfect for a summer camping adventure. Mosquito Lake State Park offers two yurts available for rent from April 1 to October 31. Each features a large wooden deck with a view of the lake, two futon bunk beds, a small refrigerator, microwave, small table and an outdoor grill and picnic table. Mosquito Lake State Park is located at 1439 State Route 305, Cortland, OH, 44410.
3. Nomad Ridge at The Wilds (Cumberland)
Nomad Ridge, 14000 International Rd, Cumberland, OH 43732, USA
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Experience glamping at its finest on the grounds of Ohio's own safari. This luxurious private yurt features running water, Asian-inspired decor and a personal deck next the Wilds’ animal pasture areas. The Wilds is located at 14000 International Rd., Cumberland, OH, 43732.

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4. Harrison Lake State Park (Fayette)
Harrison Lake State Park
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Harrison Lake State Park has two yurts you can rent from May-October. They each feature two futon beds, a ceiling fan, a mini refrigerator and an outdoor grill and sheltered picnic table. Harrison Lake State Park is located at 26246 Harrison Lake Rd. Fayette, OH, 43521.
5. Hueston Woods State Park (College Corner)
Hueston Woods State Park, 6301 Park Office Rd, College Corner, OH 45003, USA
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Hueston Woods State Park features a yurt complete with electric, heat, a refrigerator, TV and outdoor grill. The park is located at 6301 Park Office Rd., College Corner, OH, 45003.
6. The Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls (Hocking Hills)
Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls, 21190 OH-374, Logan, OH 43138, USA
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This gorgeous inn near Hocking Hills State Park also features yurt accommodations. Each yurt features a full bathroom and a king size bed or two twin beds. You'll find these yurts at 21190 State Route 374, Logan, OH, 43138.
7. Salt Creek Retreats (Laurelville)
Hocking Hills State Park, Logan, OH 43138, USA
Salt Creek Retreats Cabin and Yurt Rental in the Hocking Hills
Also within the Hocking Hills area, Salt Creek Retreats features one yurt that can comfortably sleep up to 10. Rustic and unplugged, this yurt is off grid with no electric or running water -- but surrounded by 60 beautiful acres, you won't miss being "plugged in" for a few days.

Have you ever stayed in any of these yurt campgrounds in Ohio before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

For more unique camping ideas in Ohio check out our previous article: Few People Know About These Unexpectedly Awesome Tree Houses In Ohio Amish Country.

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Looking to turn your next camping trip into a luxurious glamping getaway in Ohio? Check out these epic places for glamping in Ohio:

  • Tullihas in the Trees. Spend some time in Ohio nature and spend the night among the trees at Tullihas in the Trees, a one-of-a-kind Airbnb. You'll find it in the quiet village of Frazeysburg in Muskingum County. This lovely little tree house is the ultimate glamping destination. It features two beds and can accommodate up to five guests. There's a cozy loft for sleeping, as well as multiple hammocks hanging from the tree house, making this glamping getaway the perfect place to lounge and soak up the scenery.
  • Hocking Hills Treehouse Cabins. Ever wanted to sleep in the treetops, surrounded by the forest canopy? When you book a glamping getaway at Hocking Hills Treehouse Cabins, this is exactly what you can look forward to. Spending the night in a treehouse cabin offers all the excitement of a camping adventure with far less work. Each of the four cabin spaces is completely outfitted with everything you need for a cozy stay.
  • Gann Glamping Dome. Gann, still called Brinkhaven by some locals, is a teeny, tiny community with around 120 residents. It's right on the edge of the Mohican area, and it's where this dreamy glamping dome can be found. With seven acres of seclusion, heat and air conditioning to make it habitable all year round, and a hot tub just for you, there's so much to love about this Mohican hideaway Airbnb. However, it fills up fast... if you have a date in mind, book it now!

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