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If a crackling campfire sparks your imagination, you’re in luck. Our state and local parks have several appealing campgrounds. And private properties nearby offer everything from simple shelters to full-out glamping.

Heritage Farms (6050 Riverview Rd., Peninsula). Camp on this 175-year-old Christmas tree farm in the heart of the Cuyahoga Valley or stay in its quaint garden apartment.

Valley Overlook (4451 Akron Peninsula Rd., Peninsula. New on the scene, this spot on the old Camp Mueller offers serious glamping or primitive camping on 62 acres surrounded by the national park. valleyoverlook.com @visitvalleyoverlook

Nimisila Reservoir Metro Park (5550 Christman Rd., Green). This popular camping spot has 29 individual campsites with fi re rings. Six have electricity; three are ADA accessible. Make reservations through ReserveAmerica.com or at the Park’s office (975 Treaty Line Rd., Akron).

West Branch State Park (5570 Esworthy Rd., Ravenna) The park has 29 full-service sites, including 13 with electricity. Showers, fl ush toilets and laundry available. ohiodnr.gov

The Rivers Edge Campground at the Bridgeport Quarry trailhead (3400 block Erie Ave., Massillon) welcomes those hiking/biking the Towpath Trail. starkparks.com