Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground

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.

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. A dump station is located on-site.

Nearby attractions

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

Natural feaures

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

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.

Driving directions to Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground

From U.S. Highway 52 at Ironton, Take State Route 93 north for 6 miles to the Lake Vesuvius Road (County Road 29). Turn east toward Lake Vesuvius and travel 1 mile to the recreation area.

Location and contact info

County Road 29, OH 45659

For campground inquires, please call:740-534-6500

Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground details

Campfire allowed
Checkin time: 2:00 PM
Checkout time: 1:00 PM
Max num of people: 8
Max num of vehicles: 2
Max vehicle length: 45
Pets allowed

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Amenities at Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground

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RV Hookups
Electricity hookup
Water hookup

supplies
Grills/Fire ring
Picnic table

Activities at Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground

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Fishing

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