Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius

I had a great time at the Iron Ridge campground! The site was clean and well-marked. The host, Jody, was friendly, engaging and full of good information. The setting was gorgeous with well-marked trails (Jody also gave me some good tips about which trails offer the best views). My site didn't have electricity, but those that did looked like they were well-maintained. The bathrooms and showers were a welcome respite from a few days of camping. This campground seemed to attract an older set of campers and the evenings were quiet. I would definitely recommend staying here if you have the opportunity. One thing to note: you'll have to collect deadfall for a fire unless you want to pay a fairly steep price at the nearby "market". I think it was $10 (don't recall exactly) but in my experiences elsewhere I was able to get the same amount of wood for $6. There was plenty of deadfall around but to make use of it, you'll need a saw to cut it into smaller pieces.

The area was well clean and ready when we arrived!

Always a good time and experience at Iron Ridge Camp Ground. Fishing was good and so we’re the trails.

Beautiful park. We did not get to meet the camp host but the park rangers were very nice.

The park and campground are pretty. The management of the campground appears non-existent. No one is available for any questions or help campers with potential issues. Traveled to several places around to area to find firewood and there were no business which had any, (park or otherwise) which is an issue because we all know the restrictions about bringing your own firewood to places. This might all be early camping season problems, however.

We loved the well maintained campground. So it was quiet & relaxing.

What a gem in southern Ohio. We choose to utilize the campsites this year on an annual "back-to-school" backpacking trip with our kids. We loved the facilities and the camp hosts. They were amazing! The showers and bathrooms were the best we have seen at any campground, and the hosts made sure our stay was unforgettable. Highly recommend and we look forward to visiting again.

On site 17 the electric didn't work. And there wasn't a camp station we would ask about it. The ranger station isn't open on the weekend so that made it difficult too. Also on the check-in instructions, the site website, and reminder email, I was reminded not being came fire wood into the park (which I respect whole heartily), however when arriving to the park, there was not a single place to purchase the fire wood that we could find. Our neighbor campers actual just went into the wood to get fire wood. The campground host was also mia so we could ask for their assistance. Overall, the actual campground was lovely, shaded, and quiet but some house keeping items were lack luster.

Will definitely be back...Only reason four stars, is because of Thunderstorms so we couldn't stay (Pooch)...Once again, we'll definitely be back