Planning an RV trip and passing through Ohio? The Ohio Turnpike Travel Plazas offer convenient and comfortable overnight parking options specifically designed for Recreational Vehicles (RVs) and travel trailers. Enjoy a restful stop with essential hook-ups at designated locations along your journey.
For RV travelers seeking a secure and amenity-rich overnight stay, select Ohio Turnpike service plazas provide dedicated RV parking areas. Eight strategically located plazas offer this service, ensuring you can find a convenient stop regardless of your direction of travel.
Here’s a quick guide to the service plaza locations offering RV overnight parking:
Westbound (WB) | Eastbound (EB) | Mile Post |
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Indian Meadow (Williams County) | Tiffin River (Williams County) | 20.2 |
Blue Heron (Sandusky County) | Wyandot (Sandusky County) | 76.9 |
Middle Ridge (Lorain County) | Vermilion Valley (Lorain County) | 139.5 |
Portage (Portage County) | Brady’s Leap (Portage County) | 197.0 |
Each of these Ohio Turnpike travel plazas provides up to 11 RV parking spaces. Parking is on a first-come, first-served basis and is designed for a single overnight stay, allowing you to rest and refresh before continuing your travels. These RV lots can accommodate vehicles up to 40 feet in length, ensuring space for most standard RVs and travel trailers. For ease of access and safety, all vehicles must be parked head-in or head-out within the marked spaces.
A significant benefit of utilizing these RV parking spots at Ohio Turnpike travel plazas is the availability of essential services. For a fee of just $20.00, RVers gain access to:
- Electrical Outlets: Equipped with 20, 30-120V, and 50 AMP-240V outlets to power your RV.
- Wastewater Dump Station: Conveniently dispose of black and grey water tank waste.
- Potable Water Filling Station: Refill your fresh water tanks for continued journey.
Important Service Alert: Please note that as of December 9, 2024, the water access at RV water filling and dump stations at all service plazas will be temporarily unavailable until Spring 2025. While the RV dump stations will remain open, water service will be suspended during this period.
To use the RV parking facilities, simply use the self-pay ticket machine located at the RV lot entrance. After payment, display the receipt on your dashboard or window.
To ensure a pleasant experience for all users, several rules are in place for the RV lots:
- The RV lot area is limited to paved spaces only. Adjoining lawns or wooded areas are not designated for camping.
- Each RV space permits one RV unit and one additional vehicle.
- Maintain a 15-foot distance between RV units for safety and space.
- Keep your parking site tidy and orderly throughout your stay.
- Discharge of black and grey water is strictly limited to designated dump stations.
- Leashed pets are welcome in the RV parking areas but are not allowed inside the service plaza buildings. Pet owners are responsible for their pets and cleanup.
- Temporary animal pens are not permitted.
- All visitors must adhere to all applicable laws and regulations.
- Individuals under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Remember, all Ohio Turnpike travelers must complete their turnpike journey within 24 hours to avoid maximum toll charges.
Beyond the RV-specific amenities, all Ohio Turnpike travel plazas offer 24-hour access to a wide range of facilities, including:
Amenities | Services |
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Restrooms | Gas/Diesel/DEF |
Showers | Vending Machines |
Travel Store | ATM |
Restaurants | Washer & Dryer |
Travel Information | Info Centers |
With comfortable parking and essential amenities, Ohio Turnpike travel plazas are excellent stopovers for RV travelers. Plan your next road trip with convenient overnight stays at Ohio Turnpike travel plazas!