Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius

Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
IRON RIDGE - LAKE VESUVIUS

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

32 total sites

RV Sites

21 sites

Tent Sites

11 sites

About Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius

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.

Number of accommodations: 32

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 10 to Oct 11

Campground Amenities

RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

32 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 004, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 005, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 006, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 008, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
009, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 010, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 012, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 014, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
019, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
020, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS Tent
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available
021, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
30 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
023, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
024, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
025, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
026, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
027, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
Water Only
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
Water Only
Price not available
🚐 031, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
Water Only
Price not available
032, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
033, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 034, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS RV
Water Only
Price not available

Reviews (101)

What Guests Are Saying

Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius is praised for its beautiful, well-maintained campground, offering spacious and private sites surrounded by nature. Campers enjoyed the clean facilities, friendly hosts, and various hiking trails, making it a peaceful retreat. However, many noted the lake was drained, leading to some disappointment and a lack of clear communication about this on the website.

Review Summary

4.3
101 reviews
5
57.4%
58
4
24.8%
25
3
11.9%
12
2
3.0%
3
1
3.0%
3

Lisa L

Verified

October 18, 2025 Stayed at: 022, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS

4

Unfortunately they were doing brushwork on the OHV trails we were using for mountain bicycling and lots of thorny branches on the trails, not good for our tires. And the lake was drained due to broken dam so the lakeview trail was not as scenic. On the upside, campground and bathrooms were clean, showers hot, paved campground site was level, easy backin, quiet and relaxing. Lower bathroom had a sink, but no soap or hand sanitizer. Lower men’s shower head sprayed across the room and could not be adjusted manually, needs a tool adjustment. Upper bathrooms good.

Christopher L

Verified

October 13, 2025 Stayed at: 034, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS

5

Great place to camp!

shawn l

Verified

October 13, 2025 Stayed at: 032, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS

5

Some of the cleanest bathrooms I've ever experienced, and I've camped at quite a few locations across the country. Great hosts, super friendly and helpful. Loved the site and the proximity to the trails. This is my second visit to Iron Ridge and I plan to go back many times in the future

Alissa D

Verified

October 12, 2025 Stayed at: 016, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS

5

This campground is small, but the spots are well arranged so they each feel secluded. There are flush toilets and hot showers. The camp hosts are fantastic.

Daniel H

Verified

September 25, 2025 Stayed at: 031, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS

4

Sites are too small and close together, it would be better if they were spaced out like Army Camp. It did not matter so much because I was the only one there midweek late September. Nice quiet. It would be great if there was a trail nearby.

Katie I

Verified

September 22, 2025 Stayed at: 013, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS

5

Clean, quite, friendly hosts!

Stephanie N

Verified

September 19, 2025 Stayed at: 003, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS

5

As always, Lake Vesuvius, Iron Ridge was a great week away and very relaxing. The facilities were excellent and well maintained.

Andrew T

Verified

September 15, 2025 Stayed at: 031, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS

3

Was my first time visiting this park and I was in site 31. Site was small and most of it is on a hill but it was pretty secluded so that was nice. Bathroom was very clean and hiking trails were great.

David G

Verified

September 13, 2025 Stayed at: 013, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS

5

Great Campsites!
Lots of trees, good privacy and clean restrooms.
Only improvements I would like to see are more showers.

Kevin E

Verified

September 7, 2025 Stayed at: 028, Loop: IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS

5

Nice quiet campground, sites not stacked on top of each other. Enjoyed kayaking around the lake. Will return.

Location Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius

Address:
6518 State Route 93
Pedro, OH, 45659
United States

Highway access

Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius is accessible via U.S. Highway 52 and State Route 93, which provides direct access from Ironton. The campground is located approximately 6 miles north of U.S. Highway 52.

Elevation: 234 feet

Distance to downtown

4.2 mi drive to downtown Pedro (about 6 min)

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Last updated: September 3, 2026

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