Did you know the world’s only floating tents are available for camping right here in the Buckeye State? Most people don’t. Tucked away in the small city of Troy, Ohio, there are one-of-a-kind floating tents you can camp in at Treasure Island Park – right on the Great Miami River! It’s a relatively new attraction that opened to the public just a couple of summers ago. (Note: Reservations are limited. For more information, visit the Miami County Visitors and Convention Bureau’s website.) This floating tent camping on-water experience in Ohio is truly unique, and you simply can’t find things like this anywhere else.

The Shoal Tents of Troy are the first of their kind.
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Imagine floating on the water all night long beneath the stars, letting the river lull you to sleep. During select nights throughout the summer, you can rent these one-of-a-kind campsites. Dates are always limited, so make sure to check the website for the most up-to-date days, hours, and information.
Camping isn't all you do can do here, either! You can also canoe, tube, kayak, or camp on land instead of water with Adventures on the Great Miami.
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They also boast an awesome 150-foot-tall slip-n-slide, a rope swing, volleyball courts, and plenty of hiking trails to explore. Please note: Only primitive camping is available here, so make sure to plan things accordingly.

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The river trips here are especially fun. Even if you aren't able to rent a tent or camp overnight along the river, you can still take a tube or kayak down the river for an epic summertime adventure on the water.
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Admission tends to vary year by year, so it's important to get the most up-to-date info. For more information about river trips and rates, click here. These unique little mini campgrounds in Ohio are calling your name - y'hear?
But, we digress. About those heavenly floating tents:
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Each Shoal Tent can fit 3-4 people and each rental comes with one kayak. You can rent additional kayaks from Adventures on the Great Miami. Note: Check-in is from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and check-out is at 10 a.m. Life jackets are provided, and guests must sign a waiver upon arrival. Make sure to bring your favorite pillows, blankets, and other comfort items!
We're truly lucky to have the world's only floating tents right here in Ohio.
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Not only is the Buckeye State easily one of the most beautiful, it's also one of the most unique, and this incredible camping experience on the river certainly proves that.

What do you think? Would you camp in a floating tent? Where do you think is the best camping in Ohio?

For more unique campgrounds in Ohio, check out our previous article highlighting a secluded glampground in Ohio that will take you away from it all.

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Floating Campsite in Ohio

Tori Jane | July 09, 2021

Does anyone offer camping in floating tents in Ohio?  

You sure can! There’s a company called Floating Troy that currently exists as the only floating campsites in the state. Talk about a unique experience! For just $85 per night, you can embark on an epic floating adventure in which you spend the night on the river. Dates are varied year by year, so you’ll want to check out their website (or call 937-703-5397) for the most up-to-date dates and times. The article you’ve just read gives you all the details, so start planning and get out on that river.  

What are some options for unique campgrounds in Ohio? 

Well, other than the floating camping tents, of course, there are plenty of interesting and unique places you can find to go camping in Ohio. If you’ve never gone glamping, you’re missing out. Glamping is like camping but with a lot more creature comforts and small luxuries. The website Glamping Hub can help you find the best glampgrounds in Ohio. Spend a night in a revamped shipping container, or maybe in a grain silo. Maybe you could try your luck in a yurt, which is always a fun time. For some more specific spots and ideas, check out this article about ten perfect camping spots in this beautiful state.  

Where is the best camping in Ohio? 

In a word? Everywhere! Ohio is a state perfect for those who enjoy camping (and glamping) galore. It’s scenic no matter where you go, and you can camp anywhere from private spots you find on Glamping Hub to our breathtaking state and national parks. Some of our picks for the best campsites include Hocking Hills State Park and Alum Creek State Park has views that are unlike any others in Ohio. Mohican State Park offers up a lodge for those who are less interested in camping than they are in the scenery, and any camping along beautiful Lake Erie is sure to be an amazing time.  

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