i do, i heart camping. last september the girlfriend and i went to the smoky mountains(Tenn.. 6-8hr drive), hiked around and on the AT for 3 days, got to the highest point of the park(clingmans dome) and spent another three days outside of the park. seeing NC and camping where we found was a blast...plus nothing like tent sex. This summer we are heading up to the Northern tip of the lower peninsula in MI(9hr drive) for sanddunes, island hopping, kyaking, and a couple of day hikes. Ive hiked& canoed in colorado, new mexico, utah West Virgina and all over ohio
And as far as dogs go, i wouldnt do it..hiking atleast. they make good side dishes for bears. camping with K9 companions in ohio is ok, but i would assume it would not be plesant unless you had a trailer. i cant immagine 2 dog and you in a tent to be a good time.
Looking to stay in ohio ther are several state parks. Some down by old mans cave off of 33 are great in the fall, and even summer. decent hiking for day trips. The islands on lake errie are awesome for the summe time(if its not to hot)
there is a park down 71s about an 45min off the the waynesville exit. camping next to a decent size body of water. and nice during the weekdays and even fridays. sundays the place fills up early with anyone who has a boat, so dont look to sleep in.