Campgrounds in Ohio are regulated under the authority of Chapter 3729 of the Ohio Revised Code (ORC) and Chapter 3701-26 of the Ohio Administrative Code (OAC). These rules were created to establish minimum standards for the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of these facilities in order to protect the public from injury, minimize the potential for disease transmission, and provide a safe recreational environment.
Clermont County Public Health licenses and inspects all campgrounds within Clermont County. Campgrounds collectively mean:
- Recreational Vehicle (RV) parks
- Recreation camps
- Combined park-camps
- Temporary campgrounds
CCPH inspectors will routinely inspect all campgrounds for potential health and safety threats, wastewater and sewage water discharge, capacity limitations, sanitation, and the overall facility maintenance.
In addition to the routine campground inspections, CCPH also performs weekly water sampling at Clermont County’s public bathing beaches from May through September.
Frequently Asked Questions
What must I do to open a new permanent campground?
Operators wishing to open a new campground or alter an existing campground should contact the Ohio Department of Health for review and approval of engineered plans.
What is a temporary campground?
A temporary campground is when a tract of land is used for camping by parking recreational vehicles for no more than seven consecutive days and not more than a total of 21 days per year.
What should I do to obtain a temporary campground license?
1. Operators wishing to open a temporary campground should complete the Temporary Campground Plan Review Application and send it to CCPH at least 15 days prior to the opening date.
2. When the complete plans are received, it will be reviewed by a CCPH.
3. Once the plans are approved, the operator may apply for a license no later than seven days prior to operating the camp using the Temporary Campground Application and paying the license fee as listed in the Fee Schedule.
