Within an hour's drive of the caves and cliffs of Hocking Hills State Park.
From Athens, 20 mi N on US 33 and OH 13.

Within an hour's drive of the caves and cliffs of Hocking Hills State Park. From Athens, 20 mi N on US 33 and OH 13.

Bird's eye view of the park

Burr Oak Lake

## Overview

Iron Ridge is one of two campgrounds in the Vesuvius Recreation Area in
southeastern Ohio's Wayne National Forest. Iron Ridge offers a great location
for outdoor recreation, with activities like boating, swimming and fishing on
Lake Vesuvius. Horseback riding and hiking are also available in the rolling
hills surrounding the campground.

## Recreation

Boating, fishing and swimming on Lake Vesuvius are the area's most popular
activities. Anglers may catch bass, catfish, crappie or bluegill.  
  
More than 40 miles of trails exist in the area, with trailheads beginning at
or near the campground. A 1/2-mile hiking trail connects the campground to
Lake Vesuvius. Lake Shore Trail offers an 8-mile loop around the lake and
shorter trails lead to Rock House Cave, a grand, tunnel-like sandstone cave
that was once used by Native Americans for shelter.

## Facilities

The campground offers multiple sites for RV camping, many of which have
electric hookups. Some first-come, first-serve sites are also available. Each
campsite can accommodate up to eight individuals.  
  
  
  
Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. The
campground has accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water. Campsites
9, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, and 27 all have access to shared water spigots,
while all other campsites have their own individual water-hookups. A dump
station is located on-site.

## Natural Features

Iron Ridge Campground is located on a wooded ridge above 143-acre Lake
Vesuvius. A scenic forest of mature eastern hardwoods covers the area.

## Nearby Attractions

The closest town is Ironton, Ohio, less than 10 miles from the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Iron Ridge is one of two campgrounds in the Vesuvius Recreation Area in southeastern Ohio's Wayne National Forest. Iron Ridge offers a great location for outdoor recreation, with activities like boating, swimming and fishing on Lake Vesuvius. Horseback riding and hiking are also available in the rolling hills surrounding the campground.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Boating, fishing and swimming on Lake Vesuvius are the area's most popular activities. Anglers may catch bass, catfish, crappie or bluegill. <br/>
<br/> 
More than 40 miles of trails exist in the area, with trailheads beginning at or near the campground. A 1/2-mile hiking trail connects the campground to Lake Vesuvius. Lake Shore Trail offers an 8-mile loop around the lake and shorter trails lead to Rock House Cave, a grand, tunnel-like sandstone cave that was once used by Native Americans for shelter.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers multiple sites for RV camping, many of which have electric hookups. Some first-come, first-serve sites are also available. Each campsite can accommodate up to eight individuals.<br><br> <br> <br>Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. The campground has accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water. Campsites 9, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, and 27 all have access to shared water spigots, while all other campsites have their own individual water-hookups. A dump station is located on-site.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Iron Ridge Campground is located on a wooded ridge above 143-acre Lake Vesuvius. A scenic forest of mature eastern hardwoods covers the area.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The closest town is Ironton, Ohio, less than 10 miles from the campground.

There is a $5 electric hookup fee. The total fee of electric site is composed
of $15 basic camping fee and $5 electric fee.

Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area

Fee area/entry

IRON RIDGE - LAKE VESUVIUS

Back area parking lot

Iron Ridge   Lake Vesuvius

## Overview

Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area, named for the old Vesuvius iron furnace, is the
Wayne National Forest's premier developed recreation site. The 143-acre lake
and 1,200-acre complex provides the perfect spot for a getaway.

## Recreation

Lake Vesuvius is a popular location for swimming and fishing. Anglers may
catch bass, catfish, crappie and bluegill. A boat ramp is located on-site. A
swimming beach is located at Big Bend.  
  
A large playing field and multiple hiking trails are available within the
recreation area. The accessible 1/3-mile boardwalk along the southwest edge of
the lake provides an opportunity for a leisurely stroll through the area, and
the slightly longer 1/2-mile Longbow Archery Trail, accesses at least 25 field
targets for shooting practice. The area boasts more than 25 miles of hiking
trails and more than 45 miles of horseback riding trails.

## Facilities

The recreation area offers two developed family campgrounds, a group camp and
group picnic shelters. The group campsite can accommodate up to 50 people for
tent camping. It is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills.
Accessible vault toilets, showers and drinking water are provided.  
  
Group shelters can accommodate up to 150 people. Picnic tables, campfire rings
and grills are provided, as well as accessible flush toilets and drinking
water. One shelter provides electricity, while the other does not. Each has
access to an amphitheater.

## Natural Features

The lake sits on Storms Creek, which was dammed in 1939 by the Civilian
Conservation Corps. The rugged hills and rock outcroppings offer a scenic
backdrop for this beautiful recreation area. The historic Vesuvius iron
furnace is located at the base of the dam.

## Nearby Attractions

The closest town is Ironton, Ohio, less than 10 miles from the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area, named for the old Vesuvius iron furnace, is the Wayne National Forest's premier developed recreation site. The 143-acre lake and 1,200-acre complex provides the perfect spot for a getaway.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Lake Vesuvius is a popular location for swimming and fishing. Anglers may catch bass, catfish, crappie and bluegill. A boat ramp is located on-site. A swimming beach is located at Big Bend.
<br/><br/>
A large playing field and multiple hiking trails are available within the recreation area. The accessible 1/3-mile boardwalk along the southwest edge of the lake provides an opportunity for a leisurely stroll through the area, and the slightly longer 1/2-mile Longbow Archery Trail, accesses at least 25 field targets for shooting practice. The area boasts more than 25 miles of hiking trails and more than 45 miles of horseback riding trails.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The recreation area offers two developed family campgrounds, a group camp and group picnic shelters. The group campsite can accommodate up to 50 people for tent camping. It is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets, showers and drinking water are provided.
<br/><br/>
Group shelters can accommodate up to 150 people. Picnic tables, campfire rings and grills are provided, as well as accessible flush toilets and drinking water. One shelter provides electricity, while the other does not. Each has access to an amphitheater.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The lake sits on Storms Creek, which was dammed in 1939 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The rugged hills and rock outcroppings offer a scenic backdrop for this beautiful recreation area. The historic Vesuvius iron furnace is located at the base of the dam.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The closest town is Ironton, Ohio, less than 10 miles from the campground.

LAKE VESUVIUS RECREATION AREA

Lake Vesuvius Iron Furnace

Shoreline Hiking Trail along Lake Vesuvius

## Overview

Leith Run Campground provides a beautiful location on the Ohio River, where
grassy campsites and picnic areas make for a comfortable getaway in the Wayne
National Forest. The campground is equipped with modern conveniences like
flush toilets and electricity.

## Recreation

The campground provides access to the mighty Ohio River and the Willow Island
Pool, where canoeing, kayaking, swimming and fishing are popular activities. A
backwater estuary lies alongside the campground.  
  
A paved trail and a boardwalk with a gazebo offer not only wildlife viewing
opportunities, but also an opportunity to access the estuary and surrounding
wetlands area, where fishing is a favorite pastime. Anglers may catch bass,
catfish and other species.  
  
Leith Run offers hiking opportunities, group picnic shelters and a playground
for kids. A trailhead for the Scenic River Trail, which climbs to a bluff
above the river, is available in the campground.

## Facilities

Leith Run offers single-family campsites (accommodating up to eight
individuals) and group picnic shelters, most of which are accessible. Picnic
tables, campfire rings, grills and electric hookups are provided, as are
accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water. A dump station is on-
site.  
  
An adjacent picnic area, complete with shelters, is equipped with tables,
electricity and grills. It also offers a volleyball court, horseshoe pits,
scenic overlooks and a playground.

## Natural Features

The campground is located on the north banks of the beautiful Ohio River, just
miles from the Ohio-West Virginia border, near the town of Newport, Ohio. A
scenic hardwood-pine forest covers the campground, which has many waterfront
sites.

## Nearby Attractions

The Covered Bridge Scenic Byway passes by the campground and provides a
romantic view of the countryside, complete with forested hills, open pastures
and four 19th century covered bridges. Legend has it that it's a tradition for
visitors passing over the covered bridges to hold their breath and make a
wish.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Leith Run Campground provides a beautiful location on the Ohio River, where grassy campsites and picnic areas make for a comfortable getaway in the Wayne National Forest. The campground is equipped with modern conveniences like flush toilets and electricity. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The campground provides access to the mighty Ohio River and the Willow Island Pool, where canoeing, kayaking, swimming and fishing are popular activities. A backwater estuary lies alongside the campground.
<br/><br/>
A paved trail and a boardwalk with a gazebo offer not only wildlife viewing opportunities, but also an opportunity to access the estuary and surrounding wetlands area, where fishing is a favorite pastime. Anglers may catch bass, catfish and other species.
<br/><br/>
Leith Run offers hiking opportunities, group picnic shelters and a playground for kids. A trailhead for the Scenic River Trail, which climbs to a bluff above the river, is available in the campground.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Leith Run offers single-family campsites (accommodating up to eight individuals) and group picnic shelters, most of which are accessible. Picnic tables, campfire rings, grills and electric hookups are provided, as are accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water. A dump station is on-site.
<br/><br/>
An adjacent picnic area, complete with shelters, is equipped with tables, electricity and grills. It also offers a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, scenic overlooks and a playground.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is located on the north banks of the beautiful Ohio River, just miles from the Ohio-West Virginia border, near the town of Newport, Ohio. A scenic hardwood-pine forest covers the campground, which has many waterfront sites.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The Covered Bridge Scenic Byway passes by the campground and provides a romantic view of the countryside, complete with forested hills, open pastures and four 19th century covered bridges. Legend has it that it's a tradition for visitors passing over the covered bridges to hold their breath and make a wish.

There is a $5 electric hookup fee. The total fee of family electric site is
composed of $15 basic camping fee and $5 electric fee.

Leith Run Campground

LEITH RUN

Leith Run

## Overview

Oak Hill Campground is one of two camping areas within Lake Vesuvius
Recreation Area. It has recently renovated and upgraded with modern
conveniences like electric hookups and flush toilets. Lake Vesuvius is very
close, providing access to ample recreational opportunities.

## Recreation

Boating, fishing and swimming on Lake Vesuvius are the most popular
activities. Anglers may catch bass, catfish, crappie and bluegill.  
  
More than 40 miles of trails exist in the area, with trailheads beginning at
or near the campground. A spur within the campground connects to the Rock
House Trail, which leads to a cave Native Americans used as a hide-out many
years ago.

## Facilities

The campground offers dozens of accessible single-family sites for tent and RV
camping. Each campsite can accommodate up to eight individuals. A group site
can accommodate up to 50 people. Some sites are available on a first-come,
first-served basis.  
  
  
  
Picnic tables, lantern posts, and campfire rings with grills are provided, as
well as electric hookups, accessible flush and vault toilets, showers and
water hook-ups. A dump station is located on-site.

## Natural Features

The campground is situated on the west side of the 143-acre lake. A mixed
hardwood-pine forest with many mature oak trees covers the area.

## Nearby Attractions

The closest town is Ironton, Ohio, less than 10 miles from the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Oak Hill Campground is one of two camping areas within Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area. It has recently renovated and upgraded with modern conveniences like electric hookups and flush toilets. Lake Vesuvius is very close, providing access to ample recreational opportunities.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Boating, fishing and swimming on Lake Vesuvius are the most popular activities. Anglers may catch bass, catfish, crappie and bluegill. 
<br/><br/>
More than 40 miles of trails exist in the area, with trailheads beginning at or near the campground. A spur within the campground connects to the Rock House Trail, which leads to a cave Native Americans used as a hide-out many years ago.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground offers dozens of accessible single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Each campsite can accommodate up to eight individuals. A group site can accommodate up to 50 people. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. <br><br><br><br>Picnic tables, lantern posts, and campfire rings with grills are provided, as well as electric hookups, accessible flush and vault toilets, showers and water hook-ups. A dump station is located on-site.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is situated on the west side of the 143-acre lake. A mixed hardwood-pine forest with many mature oak trees covers the area. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The closest town is Ironton, Ohio, less than 10 miles from the campground.

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