Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius

Paid or permit campsite

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. … How to get there: 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. Cost: There is a $5 electric hookup fee. The total fee of electric site is composed of $15 basic camping fee and $5 electric fee. Cell service: Not listed by the managing agency, so assume it may be limited. Check before you go. Contact: Managed by USDA Forest Service. Phone: 740-534-6500. Reserve: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232903 Info and photos from Recreation.gov (photo credit: Frank Ceravalo, Pierre-Luc Chanut). Fees and conditions change, so confirm before you travel.

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