Leith Run Campground
Leith Run Campground
LEITH RUN
LEITH RUN
LEITH RUN

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About Leith Run

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. 

Available sites

21 total sites

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Showers Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

21 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 002, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 003, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 004, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 005, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 006, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 007, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 008, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 009, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 010, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 011, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 012, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 013, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · Paved
🚐 015, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 016, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 017, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 018, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
🚐 019, Loop: FAM RV
Pet Friendly · 30 amp · Paved
⛺ 020, Loop: FAM Tent
Pet Friendly
⛺ 021, Loop: FAM Tent
Pet Friendly
⛺ 022, Loop: FAM Tent
Pet Friendly

Reviews

495 reviews

Summary

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Leith Run is a well-maintained campground offering beautiful views of the Ohio River, providing a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Reviewers praised the friendly camp host and clean facilities, highlighting the campground's charm and tranquility. While there were some issues with the availability of certain amenities, overall experiences were positive, with many guests expressing their intention to return.

Based on guest feedback

4.3

Overall rating

Based on 495 reviews

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5 stars 56.4% (279)
4 stars 25.5% (126)
3 stars 11.7% (58)
2 stars 3.6% (18)
1 star 2.8% (14)

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James

Verified

July 29, 2026 Stayed at: 010, Loop: FAM

Camp host not available most of the times

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Christi E

Verified

July 29, 2026 Stayed at: 005, Loop: FAM

We were there during the big storm that damaged much of the park. The gentleman from the forest service who came to cut a way out of the park was fantastic. He definitely went above and beyond to make a way out of the park. The fire departments that responded were also great. Two deputies also ran through the pouring rain to assist us. The storm did so much damage, but the response by everyone was amazing and so very much appreciated.

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Karen E

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August 23, 2026 Stayed at: 019, Loop: FAM

We were advised that trails were closed due to storm damage but there was no host on sight, there was an alarm going off in the restroom most of the weekend, the grounds weee not maintained at all, and there were a lot of questionable drive throughs going on.

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Carla C

Verified

August 31, 2026 Stayed at: 010, Loop: FAM

Beautiful weekend spent watching boats go by on the river.

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Emily B

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September 6, 2026 Stayed at: 010, Loop: FAM

We had reserved site a couple weeks prior to arriving, when we arrived our spot had been taken. The people were not around at the camper either. The camp host has been off for a few months according to other guests. There is nobody in the office at Wayne National during the weekend to contact. We had to end up traveling back home with camper. Disappointing. Put a bad taste in our mouth and won’t return.

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David F

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September 11, 2026 Stayed at: 012, Loop: FAM

This is a small park (20ish sites) on the Ohio River. The people are friendly, with many locals, and the sites are generally well spaced. about a third on the waterfront but none are far or without view. The Bathroom was clean and in general good shape. Leith Run was flooded several years ago and additionally, some recent serious storm damage. It may well take an additional season to remove the rest of the tree damage off the parking area and the trails. However, the campsites were clean and in good shape. If in the area, I we would return again. We stayed in two sites on the riverfront site 12 (very unlevel) and 13 fairly level. both were nice, but 12 took quite a few blocks and was a big short for our 25 ft TT and Tow vehicle.

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Cynthia N

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September 11, 2026 Stayed at: 013, Loop: FAM

Very Peaceful.

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David F

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September 15, 2026 Stayed at: 013, Loop: FAM

Very friendly group of locals in the park. You can tell many come back year after year. It is a small park on the Ohio with good views and significant road noise from across the river. Bathrooms were clean the sites well spaced. Electric only, but water facets scattered in the park. Clearly there has been recent storm damage, but the sites were clear and cleanup in the park is moving forward. Would stay again if in the area.

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Barb M

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September 20, 2026 Stayed at: 013, Loop: FAM

Leith Run is a special campground that is truly what camping is about at a small and quiet place. Watching the barges going by on the Ohio River is great to see. The showers were clean and had hot water. Cell phone reception was minimal and not at all during heavy rain & storms.

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Ronald T

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September 25, 2026 Stayed at: 017, Loop: FAM

Quiet and restful

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Location & Directions for Leith Run

44400 State Route 7, New Matamoras, OH 45767 United States

Elevation: 185 ft

Getting There

From Marietta, Ohio, travel approximately 21 mi on Highway 7 to the campground.

Nearest town

New Matamoras, OH - 7.5 mi

About 9 min to downtown

Highway access

Leith Run is accessible via Highway 7, which connects to the campground from Marietta, Ohio, approximately 21 miles away.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Reservations must be made at least 4 days in advance; late campsites are first-come, first-served.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Safety & rules

  • The boat ramp is no longer available for use.

Site capacity

  • Camping is limited to a maximum of 14 days within any 30-day period.
  • A maximum of eight people are allowed per developed campsite.
  • A maximum of three developed camping units are allowed per campsite: one RV and two tents.

Pets

  • Pets are allowed in recreation areas but must be contained or leashed to a maximum of six feet.

General

  • Click here for more information on the Wayne National Forest

Fires & fuel

  • Firewood from outside the area is prohibited to prevent the spread of pests; use local firewood only.

Fees & deposits

  • The Ohio Buckeye Pass is not valid for use at fee-based sites in Wayne National Forest.

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Last updated: October 22, 2026

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