DUE TO THE RECENT FLOODING WE ARE UNABLE TO SAFELY OPEN ON THE 11TH. WE ARE DELAYING THE SEASON OPENING DATE TO APRIL 18, 2025. WE APPRECIATE YOUR UNDERSTANDING.

We will be closing for the season on October 25, 2025.
If you have any questions, please reach out to the camp office at  740-694-1900

We only take reservations in-person or over the phone. We do not have on-line reservations at this time.

We are still accepting applications for cleaning personnel for the 2025 season. All other positions have been filled.

Click here for an employment application

 

Near Fredericktown Ohio

Welcome to Kokosing Lake Campground

The Kokosing Lake Campground, operated by Fredericktown Recreation District, is located is about 15 minutes north of Mount Vernon and just west of Fredericktown, Ohio on Waterford Road. The campground offers 46 sites, partial and primitive hookup RV, tent camping, a large picnic area, playground, and a two-lane boat ramp.  Most of the sites have electricity available. A shower house with flush toilets, ice, snacks, and firewood are available at the campground headquarters.  Wildlife is abundant, and the 185-acre lake offers some great fishing. Hunters are also permitted during season.

  • 46 Sites
  • Electricity
  • RV Hookup
  • Playground
  • Flush Toilets
  • Tent Camping
  • Boat Launch
  • Dumping Station
  • Picnic Tables
  • Fire Rings
  • Fishing
  • Shower House

Fish of Interest for Anglers

  • Largemouth bass
  • Crappie
  • Gizzard shad is the main forage species.
  • Bluegill
  • Carp
  • Bullhead
  • Channel catfish

Camping at Kokosing Lake....

TESTIMONIALS

Wendy
Great staff and an awesome campgrounds!
Rebecca
We enjoyed the spacious lot on the lake. We love the staff!
Terri
This is our favorite campground! We like being able to camp lakeside.
Bev
We love smaller campgrounds, and this is one of our favorites. Enjoyed the easy access to fishing and close proximity to town for shopping.
Jane
Lovely campground! It is quiet and relaxing, especially during the weekdays.