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Mill Creek Day Use Campground in Ohio
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Mill Creek Day Use Campground

Berlin Lake, Ohio

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As of October 2026, Mill Creek Day Use Campground is a campground in Ohio with 1 campsite. Mill Creek Day Use Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Mill Creek Day Use Campground is located at 41.0100ยฐ N, 80.9961ยฐ W.
people allowed on each site
64

Mill Creek Day Use Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

  • Maximum stay: 14 nights
  • Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Mill Creek Day Use Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Mill Creek Day Use Campground

  • Group 1
  • Hookups 1

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Lake.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, wildlife.

All sites at Mill Creek Day Use Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the DAY USE loop.

SiteTypeSleepsHookups
1Group64Electric, Water

About Mill Creek Day Use Campground

Overview

Mill Creek Day-Use Park is located on Berlin Lake in northeastern Ohio, where visitors enjoy boating, fishing, hunting, picnicking and camping. The Day Use Area is open year round on a first come first serve basis, except during the recreation season when the picnic shelter can be reserved.

A variety of recreational opportunities are available in the day-use area, the adjacent campground and nearby wildlife areas.

Recreation

The lake is a popular location for boating, swimming and fishing. Berlin Lake is renowned for its excellent walleye fishing. It is one of the few area lakes where natural reproduction of the species occurs. Anglers will also find largemouth and smallmouth bass, muskie, crappie and bluegill.

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources manages over 6,800 acres of project lands for public hunting and wildlife management purposes. Small game species are found in abundance and hunting areas can be easily accessed nearby.

Facilities

This day-use area offers one group picnic shelter that can accommodate up to 64 people. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. A children's playground is located on-site. Overnight camping is available at adjacent Mill Creek Campground.

Natural Features

Berlin Lake is situated on the Mahoning River, where it covers 3,590 acres and offers 70 miles of shoreline. The banks of the lake are gently to moderately sloped, allowing for easy access. Beech and maple trees cover the area, offering shade and beautiful fall color.

A variety of wildlife makes its home around the lake. Visitors delight in viewing nesting ospreys. Bald eagles can occasionally be seen in the area as well.

Nearby Attractions

Noah's Lost Ark Animal Sanctuary is just one mile south. The sanctuary is home to a large variety of big and small cats, including lions, tigers, cougars, leopards, bobcats and lynx.

Wolves, coyotes, fox, bears, camels, zebras and primates also live in Noah's Lost Ark. Children love the sanctuary's petting zoo and educational tours.

Rules and notices at Mill Creek Day Use Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Mill Creek Day Use Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

This is a day-use area only, no overnight camping allowed

Shelter is about 140 ft. from the parking lot

Area closes at dusk

No alcoholic beverages

If not reserved, shelter is available for free on a first come, first served basis

Although swimming is allowed, there is no designated beach and no lifeguard on duty

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Mill Creek Day Use Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Mill Creek Day Use Campground?

Mill Creek Day Use Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Mill Creek Day Use Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Mill Creek Day Use Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Mill Creek Day Use Campground have?

Mill Creek Day Use Campground has 1 campsites.

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