Frequently Asked Questions
We’ll answer some of the most common questions we get here at Mohican Adventures. Find helpful information about our campground, cabins, river trips, aerial park, and fun center here.
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General
Why Stay at Mohican Adventures instead of somewhere else?
We have all your family needs in one place. Our full-service Campground offers the amenities of an indoor swimming pool and hot tub, a lake and pond stocked for fishing with no permit required, hike and bike trails starting from our Campground, 3 playgrounds, sand volleyball court, basketball court, cornhole, horseshoes, pedal boat rentals, and a conference center and pavilions for events.
We offer modern shower houses with hot running water, clean, flush toilets, and private shower/ toilet pods, and full hookup RV sites with 30/50 amp electricity, water, and sewer, wooded and open-field Tent Camping with electricity or primitive, and over 45 Cabin Rentals sleeping from 4-16 people. Each site comes with a picnic table and fire ring perfect for family fun all day and night. We also offer a 15% discount for Campground guests at our Canoe Livery & Fun Center, offering river trips in canoes, kayaks, rafts, or tubes, mini-golf, go-karts, and an aerial high ropes course.
Our Campground is located on Route 3, in the heart of Mohican Country, in Loudonville, OH with a passionate crew ready to make your adventure one to remember. We pride ourselves on being the most customer-friendly and customer-serving vacation destination in the area.
Where is Mohican Adventures located?
Mohican Adventures is located about a mile and a half South of Loudonville.
The Canoe Livery and Fun Center is at 3045 State Route 3 South, Loudonville, Ohio 44842.
The Campground and Cabins are at 3058 State Route 3 South, Loudonville, Ohio 44842.
If using a GPS, some systems take “Ohio 3” as the road name. We’re 20 miles from Interstate 71, directly between Cleveland and Columbus. Click HERE for directions!
Are Gift Certificates available?
Gift certificates are available in any denomination. Purchase gift certificates in person at our campground.
Do we need reservations for camping, lodging, or river trips?
Camping: Yes, reservations are required 48 hours in advance of your desired arrival date. Click HERE to reach our online reservation page
Cabins: Yes, reservations are required for all cabins, weekends, and weekdays. Our cabins are available to book a year in advance of the reservation date.
River Trips: NO – River Trips are on a first-come, first-serve basis. We cannot guarantee availability, so please visit us early! We do recommend reservations for large groups (25+) visiting on weekdays or in our off-season.
What job opportunities are available at Mohican Adventures and how do I apply?
Most of our employment opportunities are for seasonal help during the summer, while some positions may be open from spring to fall.
Campground & Cabins
When is the campground open?
The campground is open from April 1 through October 31 (Click HERE to reach our online reservation page). Water will be turned on in the RV sections and primitive cabins depending on weather and outside temperature. Water is turned off on October 31st for all cabins and all RV sites.
What does it take to reserve a site or cabin?
To reserve a campsite you must be at least 18 years of age. To reserve a cabin you must be at least 21 years of age. All reservations must be paid-in-full, at the time of reservation with a Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card.
Are showers available and what do they cost?
We have modern shower houses available to our guests, open 24/7. They are FREE!
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in for camping sites is anytime after 2:00 pm, until our offices close. Cabin check-in starts at 5:00 pm. Check-out is by 12:00 NOON.
What form of payments does Mohican Adventures accept?
We require reservations be paid-in-full at the time of reservation with a Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card. We do not accept personal checks.
What time is quiet time and why is there a quiet time?
Quiet time is from 11:00 pm to 7:00 am. This means no loud music, singing, or hollering during this time. You can still be awake and enjoying the outdoors, you just have to also be courteous to others. There is a quiet time to make sure that everyone is enjoying their stay in our Family Campground.
Are late check-ins available?
From Memorial Day – Labor Day, check-ins must be in by 11:00 pm on Fridays, 10:00 pm on Saturdays, and 9:00 pm on Sunday-Thursday. There are no check-ins after that. If you are arriving after our offices close, you may check in the following morning when the office opens. Cabins keys will not be left at cabins. Please call for office hours & arrival hours before Memorial Day or after Labor Day.
Why aren’t late check-ins available?
The two biggest reasons are for liability and guest happiness. As with most things in life nowadays, there are forms to be signed and passes to be given. With customers coming in late, we cannot ensure that the proper paperwork is signed and passes administered. Other customers who have already checked in find late check-ins disturbing. Parking an RV or finding a campsite and setting up a tent after dark can be difficult, noisy and agitating. This is why we do not allow late check-ins past our quiet time.
Can you put tents on a cabin site?
Tents near cabins are prohibited as they can be a fire hazard. The cabin area is not zoned for tent camping by us or the Fire Marshal.
Do you need 4-wheel drive to get to all your tent sites? Can I make it up the 4-wheel drive recommended area in my car?
Most of our tent sites (including wooded and open field) do not require 4-wheel drive to get to them. However, we do have two 4-wheel drive recommended areas in our tent section (Eagle’s Nest and Buzzard Roost). While cars and 2-wheel drive trucks have reached most of these in the past, we do not recommend trying to get to these sites without 4-wheel drive. Especially with reserving sites ahead of time, the weather cannot be predicted and rain can make these areas tricky to navigate through. Mohican Adventures clearly indicates 4-wheel drive roads and is not responsible for damages to vehicles trying to make it up these areas.
Is there drinking water near tent sites?
Tent sites do not come with water on site, but water is available on your way to your tent site, as well as at the shower house.
Am I allowed to bring my dog?
Dogs are allowed in our campground, but not in most of our cabins or any public buildings inside the campground. Pets are allowed in our Frye’s Riverside Cabins for an additional $50.00 per pet, per stay. Pets are no charge in our camping section as long as they are kept under control, tied up, cleaned up after, and not left unattended. Campers who receive complaints about their dogs barking will be asked to leave. Violations will result in a charge.
Is firewood available? Can we bring it from home?
Firewood is available in the campground store during operating hours. You may bring firewood from home, but we ask that you do not bring Ash to help stop the spread of the Emerald Ash Borer. See agri.ohio.gov for details on the Ash Borer.
Are there places to fish and do I need a fishing license?
Our campground has a lake and pond for fishing. These have bluegill, bass, brown trout, carp, and catfish in them. You do not need a fishing license to fish on Mohican Adventures property. Fishing here is catch and release. There are also great places to fish in the Mohican area, including the Covered Bridge and Pleasant Hill Lake and Dam. To fish in areas in the Mohican State Park, you do need a fishing license. Mohican Adventures does not sell fishing bait or fishing licenses.
Can we use rafts or tubes in the pool?
Rafts and tubes are not allowed in the pool as they take up too much room for the other guests. Arm floats are allowed in the pool.
Is alcohol allowed in the park?
Alcohol can be consumed by those of legal age at your site or cabin in moderation. We are within the Loudonville city limits and patrolled regularly by law enforcement officers. Alcohol is not permitted beyond your site.
Are campfires allowed?
Campfires are allowed in the provided fire ring. Bonfires are prohibited. Fires must be extinguished before guests go in for the night and must not be left unattended at any times. Fires must be out by 12:30 am.
Does Mohican Adventures have seasonal campsites?
Mohican Adventures does not have seasonal campsites. Please visit our local Mohican CVB website for those that do.
What camping club cards or discounts does Mohican Adventures accept?
Mohican Adventures is an FMCA park. FMCA members receive 10% off of their stay. We also offer 5% off your stay for members of our military, senior citizens, and AAA members. If you stay 7 nights in our park, you can upgrade your discount to 15% off your stay! Discounts are not valid with any other discounts or in conjunction with each other. Discounts are only valid for RV and Tent Camping. No Discounts on Cabin Rentals. Click HERE to reach our online reservation page.
In case of severe weather, is there a safe place to go?
In case of severe weather, such as flooding or tornadoes, our indoor shower house and conference center is the best place to go. The building has no windows or glass doors in most of its rooms. The shower house/conference center is located in the central part of our campground for easy access for all of our guests.
What should I bring?
We’ve done most of the planning for you. Click HERE to see some of the things that most people desire when visiting Mohican Adventures, but sometimes forget to bring. Remember, our camp store has a lot of the things you may have forgotten when packing!
Are there group rates or discounts given on cabins?
We give discounted rates on cabins during weekdays along with a discounted weekly rate. We do not give additional discounts on cabins, including for large groups. By staying with us, you do receive a 15% discount off of the River Trips, Fun Center, and the FAMILY FUN & ADVENTURE PACKAGES, along with discounts at over 15 area businesses that honor our guests.
Do you allow visitors?
Visitors are NOT permitted. Every guest must be paid for and listed on a reservation, prior to arrival. No changes may be made at check-in or later.
Are there tent sites or cabins available on the river?
We do not have riverfront tent or RV sites. However, we do have tent sites along our creek, RV sites along the creek and surrounding our lake, and waterfront cabins along our fishing pond and lake. We also have four cabins along the river: Frye’s Riverside Cabins and the Riverside Ranch Houses (Click HERE to reach our online reservation page). You get the beautiful scenery of Mohican wherever you stay in our park.
What comes on the sites?
Each camping site and cabin comes with a picnic table and fire ring (Grill tops not provided). All cabins also come with a charcoal grill. RV sites come full service with 30/50 amp electricity, water, and sewer. We also offer a number of electric tent sites (site numbers 400s, 700s and 800s). A dump station is also located on the grounds.
Where is everything located in your park?
Our campground is very large, but most activities are within walking distance from all of our sites. Please view our campground map to see where everything is.
Is there internet access in the park?
There is no Wi-Fi in the park. Due to our location, service may be challenging for personal data use.
Is there cell-phone service in the park?
Mohican Adventures is tucked into a beautiful valley, meaning that cell-phone service is very touchy. Verizon-Wireless gets the best signal in our area.
Can I reserve specific sites?
Yes! We do reserve specific sites for guests on a first come, first reserved basis. Mohican Adventures does have the right to change your site if need be. This ONLY happens if the site is damaged in some way and benefits the customer by moving them. We will notify you ahead of time if your site needs changed.
May we put more people in cabins than the cabin occupancy says and just bring sleeping bags?
Our cabin occupancies are not merely suggestions. They are set by State Fire Marshalls and Health Marshalls and are required to not be violated by our insurance. All guests must be registered and accounted for by the campground office. If occupancies are violated, guests will be asked to leave without refund. Each person counts as an occupant of the cabin regardless of age or size.
How many people can stay on a campsite?
We have a 4 adult and 4 children maximum occupancy on our sites. Ask your reservationist when booking how to best utilize site requirements and space. Some sites are better suited of 2 people only.
Where is propane available?
Propane can be found at the Mohican RV center just north of our park, or The Lost Horizons Campground located on Wally Rd. Stakes Shortstop, next-door to us, exchanges tanks. On the other side of town, Modern Home also sells propane.
When is the busiest time of the season?
Our busy season is between Memorial Day and Labor Day, with the end of June until the middle of August being our busiest. We recommend coming during the week if you’d like to miss the crowd.
Are the bugs bad there?
We are within the City Limits of Loudonville and they spray regularly. We also spray around our cabins. Despite our efforts, one of the tradeoffs of being in such a beautiful, natural setting are sharing it with nature’s own pets, including insects. Insects are normally not bad here though, and a light spray of bug spray usually takes care of any discomfort.
Where should we keep our food and belongings while camping?
We are a safe and patrolled campground who has not had a history of stolen items, however, we do recommend keeping all valuables locked up and out of sight. Nature’s guests often help themselves to food left out at a campsite. We recommend putting food in vehicles or coolers that lock shut, as our raccoon friends have learned how to open coolers that do not lock.
Can I put a boat on Mohican Adventures’ lake?
Our lake is only a 4.5 acre lake. No motorized boats are allowed on the lake (including battery-powered motors). You may put a non-motorized boat in the lake such as canoes and kayaks. Life jackets must be worn. Pleasant Hill Lake does have a public launch area for motorized boats that is just a short drive away. Their website is www.pleasanthillmarina.com.
Can we come into the park and use your pool without staying in your park?
Only people camping in our park are allowed to use our pool.
Are golf-carts, ATVs, 4-wheelers or other motorized vehicles allowed in the park?
Motorcycles are to be used as primary transportation only and confined to roads. Motorbikes, motor scooters, ATVs, UTVs, & golf carts are prohibited. You must have a valid driver’s license and insurance to drive motorized vehicles in or around the campground. Bicycles, rollerblades & roller skates are confined to roads only and are not to be ridden after dark.
Are there hiking and biking trails from Mohican Adventures?
There are hiking and biking trails that start right here at Mohican Adventures. These include the flat path that leads down to the State Park or into Downtown Loudonville, and also more experienced trails that lead into the State Park mountain bike trails. We do not rent bikes, but you’re welcome to bring your own. Mountain Bike Trail Map / State Park Map / Malabar Farm Map.
What restaurants are nearby?
There are excellent restaurants in our area from fine dining to cozy family joints. Trails End Restaurant is next-door to our park, within walking distance, and offers our guests 10% off! Ask the office staff at check-in for a list of restaurants and directions to them, or visit discovermohican.com to get a look beforehand.
Is there an ATM at the campground?
We do not have an ATM in our campground, but the Amoco gas station next to us does have one.
Are there laundry facilities at the campground?
We do not have laundry facilities directly on campground property. However, there is a Laundromat next door to us that is with in walking distance.
River Trips & Fun Center
When does the Canoe Livery and Fun Center open?
The Canoe Livery is open 7 days a week from April 1st to October 31st, depending upon water levels. The Fun Center is open 7 days a week from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend. Call or visit our activity pages for times and operations out of season.
What are the differences between the three mini-golf courses?
The Level Skills Course tests your ability to play the game. Skill comes more into play than luck. The Adventure Course has strategically placed rocks and water hazards where you’ll need some help from Lady Luck. The Grist Mill Challenge course has sand traps, a running water wheel, and challenging holes where skill and luck meet wishes and prayers.
Is your stream swift?
No, it is classified as a Class 1 river, which is as easy as it gets. However, during periods of high water our river can get dangerous due to downed trees and swifter currents. That is why we monitor the river and have restrictions during high water.
Are dogs allowed coming on canoe trips? Are they allowed in the shuttles?
Dogs are allowed in our canoes & kayaks. They are not allowed in our rafts or tubes. Dogs are to be kept on a short leash and attended to at all times while they are on our property. They are allowed on the buses on the way back, but must be on a leash and controlled.
Are there any restrictions for children on the river?
As long as we are in normal water levels, children of all ages are allowed on the river with their parents. Children are allowed to be in their own kayak with their parent’s permission, but keep in mind that a 2-hour trip may be a long time to paddle for a child. As water levels rise, we restrict the ages and watercrafts allowed on the river. Children & Non-swimmers must wear their life jackets at all times on the river.
What age must you be to go in a single kayak?
As long as water levels are normal, a child of any age can go in a kayak with parents’ permission. Parents should keep in mind that our shortest trip is 7-miles and can be quite tiring for children of small ages. Be prepared to have to stop and rest and possibly switch boats with young children kayaking on their own. Children should be kept within eyesight. Remember, kayaks tend to go faster than canoes.
How do we know where to stop on the river and at what times does Mohican Adventures pick us up?
The office staff will explain the trip to you. Our landings are well marked and say our name, trip mileage, and logo. There are also landing staff at every landing who will make sure you get out fine.
Who has to wear lifejackets?
Children 10 and under and non-swimmers MUST wear their life jackets by Ohio Law. We recommend that everyone wears their lifejackets. Everyone must have a lifejacket in the boat with them. In cases of high water, everyone may be required to wear life jackets at all times throughout the trip.
Do we need reservations?
We operate fully between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Weekend trips are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Most of our activities do not require a reservation. However, we do recommend reservations for large groups coming on weekdays or during our off-season.
Can you get lost on the river?
No, you cannot get lost on the river, as long as you stay in your boat and follow the river. Our advice: follow the flow of the river. Unless you find yourself paddling upstream, you’re going the right way.
Should I visit on a weekend or a weekday?
We’re open 7 days a week for river trips. Weekends in-season tend to be extremely busy, and the river can get very crowded and rowdy.
If you are looking to avoid the crazy weekend crowd, we definitely recommend coming on a weekday. Weekday trips are usually more peaceful, family-friendly, and less crowded.
Are there any special deals or packages Mohican Adventures offers?
Mohican Adventures offers 2 great packages to our guests. The Family Fun Package is our most popular package which offers guests their choice between a River Trip or an Aerial Park Pass along with 3 Fun Center Tickets that can be used on any of the Adventure Golf Courses or Go-Kart Tracks. The Adventure Package is for guests who want to take in ALL that our Canoe Livery & Fun Center have to offer. The Adventure Package includes a River Trip, Aerial Park Pass, and 3 Fun Center Tickets!
For what reasons do the river trips close?
We close river trips for high water. We may limit the types of boats or ages of participants if water levels are higher than normal without closing. To check on water levels and what each water level means check the daily River Conditions.
What is the busiest time of the season?
Our busy season is between Memorial Day and Labor Day, with the end of June until the middle of August being our busiest. We recommend coming during the week if you’d like to miss the crowd. If you’re coming on a weekend, we recommend arriving early (between the hours of 9am – 10am) to avoid waiting in a long line. If you arrive later in the afternoon, you will likely wait in line.
Are coolers permitted? Is alcohol allowed on the river?
We do permit coolers in our watercraft. Hard-sided coolers are not allowed in our rafts and NO Styrofoam coolers are permitted in any boats. No glass bottles are allowed on the river. It is our policy that alcohol and boating do not mix. We have the right to deny rental privileges to any intoxicated person and to refuse transportation in our vehicles as well. The river is patrolled on a regular basis and you can be fined and/or arrested for drinking and littering.
What time do we have to be off the river by and are there any time restrictions on how long the trip takes?
Boats must be in by 7:00 pm in-season from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend. Out of season times vary. There is a fee for boats that come in late. The river trip times that we give are estimates. You may take as long as you want to complete the trip, as long as you are in by the last due-in time.
Are there places to stop for food and bathrooms on the river trips?
Our 7-mile canoe trip goes mainly through woods and cornfields and do not have a place to stop until the last 2 miles of the trip. We recommend packing snacks, water, and using the restroom before you depart.
Can we bring our own canoe or kayak?
Due to changes in state regulations, we have made the decision to no longer allow the hauling or launching of private boats from our property. We are very sorry for the inconvenience that this may bring. The Mohican River is a public river, and you can find several public put-in & take-out spots within the state park.
Which rivers do you float?
Our river trips are currently on the Black Fork River, which flows into the greater Mohican River.
What are the restrictions on the Go-Karts?
To drive on the Family Track you have to be 10 years of age AND 56” tall. Kids ages 3 to 9 can ride with an adult 18 or over in our double karts. The Slick Fast track is available to anyone 16 years or older with a valid driver’s license. Mohican Adventures has the right to refuse service to anyone who appears under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Bumping, crashing, or reckless driving are means for removal from the track.