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Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area

Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area

About Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area

Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area, named for the old Vesuvius iron furnace, is the Wayne National Forest's premier developed recreation site. The 143-acre lake and 1,200-acre complex provides the perfect spot for a getaway.

Number of accommodations: 1

Campground Amenities

  • Beach Access
    Beach Access

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
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Closed periods
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Currently open - Apr 10 to Oct 11

Sites & Availability

1 Site Available

Site
Price
001, Loop: 2 Point
50 guests
$35.00
/ per night

Reviews (16)

What Guests Are Saying

Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area offers a relaxing outdoor experience with nice camping areas, great swimming and fishing opportunities when the lake is filled, and a variety of recreational options like boat launches and trails. The Two Point Group Campground is particularly praised for its cleanliness and well-maintained facilities. While some campers found the pull-through sites challenging, overall, the area provides a peaceful and enjoyable environment for outdoor enthusiasts.

Review Summary

3.9
16 reviews
5
50.0%
8
4
25.0%
4
3
6.3%
1
2
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1
18.8%
3
Jim Hood

Jim Hood

November 25, 2025

5

It has always been a great place to go and relax. Nice camping areas. If the lake was filled it is a good place to swim and fish in the summer. If you like the outdoors then you should like this place.

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Susan Garver

Susan Garver

October 19, 2025

4

One of the strangest experiences we have had. Mostly due to the government shut down. Camping spots were odd. Had trick or treat, luckily we got notice the morning of so we could go get candy.

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Linda Johnson

Linda Johnson

May 27, 2025

4

It's not a bad campground. But we didn't like the pull thru sites. Took us awhile to park, so our slide wasn't on the road. Had to turn the camper around, being our slide extends further. Was really no space. So if you don't know this campground. I would say choose a back in site unless you have a small camper.

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Brad M

Verified

April 20, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: 2 Point

5

A wonderful experience at the Two Point Group Campground. The site was in great shape with plenty of flat spots for pitching a tent. Vault toilet was perhaps the cleanest one I've ever seen. There are tons of fire rings and the shelter has quite a few picnic tables. The site is also located a bit off the main road, so you do get that isolated and remote feel

Thirteendays

Thirteendays

August 5, 2024

5

There's pretty much something here for everyone. A boat launch, kayak rentals, miles of trails, and picnic areas. The views of the lake are outstanding and peaceful.

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Rob H

August 27, 2023

4

Calab Butcher and Bob Webb were very instrumental in making this a great event
“The Vesuvius Challenge 4 mile race”
Our 70 runners this year love the park trees
lake and shelter house…our numbers are increasing

Lisa M

May 28, 2023

1

The place was absolutely disgusting. I was so embarrassed to have my guests see the shelter like it was. There was trash everywhere including a full bag onto of the picnic tables when we arrived. The tables had melted marshmallows, night crawlers and dirt all over the benches so there was very limited seating. There was bugs everywhere do to food being left behind on the tables. The reservation paper hadn't even been changed in 2 days so we had to keep telling people we had it reserved while we were cleaning it. There was no trash bags to put in the cans so there was a huge mess inside the trash bins. Very disappointed

Tripty Fnu

Tripty Fnu

February 14, 2023

5

This is a perfect place if you are looking for wilderness, hikes, boating, picnic, trails, and beach enjoyment. The area is a little quiet but you will feel relaxed. I visited with my kids and I don't find any problem here. We spent 4 hours in this area.

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Andrea F

September 22, 2022

5

It’s beautiful at lake Vesuvius! My husband and I got married there in 2013. My daughter wanted her wedding there and she got it on September 15, 2022! I love the view from the furnace shelter!

Alexa C

Verified

August 31, 2022 Stayed at: 001, Loop: 2 Point

4

Rode about 6 hours on a motorcycle and we camped out here, a group of 12 of us. It was a great time! Bathroom was clean, everything was well kept. We will definitely be back

Location Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area

Address:
Ironton Ranger District
Pedro, OH, 45659
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 38.6053 / -82.6304

Elevation: 177 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Pets are permitted within recreation areas, but must be caged, on a leash not longer than six feet, or under other physical restrictive control.

General

Camping or the establishment of a campsite within the Wayne National Forest shall be limited to a period of time not to exceed 14 days in any 30 day time period.

General

Click here for more information on the Wayne National Forest

General

Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.

General

Reservation Cut-Off Window: Reservations must be made 4 days prior to arrival. Any unreserved sites within the 4 day cut-off window are no longer reservable and only available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

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State of Ohio Buckeye Pass is not accepted at any Wayne National Forest recreation sites that charges a fee.

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