About Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water Access
- Beach Access
Reviews (32)
What Guests Are Saying
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area offers beautiful views, nice campgrounds, and well-maintained facilities, including clean vault toilets and ample picnic tables. While the lake is currently drained and ticks were reported to be an issue, many visitors still enjoyed the trails and appreciated the peaceful environment. The handicap-accessible trail is a good option for those looking for a leisurely walk.
What Guests Are Saying
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area offers beautiful views, nice campgrounds, and well-maintained facilities, including clean vault toilets and ample picnic tables. While the lake is currently drained and ticks were reported to be an issue, many visitors still enjoyed the trails and appreciated the peaceful environment. The handicap-accessible trail is a good option for those looking for a leisurely walk.
Review Summary
Alexa C
VerifiedAugust 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: 2 Point
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
Alexa C
VerifiedAugust 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: 2 Point
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
Freddie K
July 14, 2022
This is a great place for family reunions.
Freddie K
July 14, 2022
This is a great place for family reunions.
Ashley E
July 18, 2021
Tree fell on my aunt's brand new car they didn't do anything but tell me it was a act of god. One of the kids or adults could have been under the tree when it fell.
Ashley E
July 18, 2021
Tree fell on my aunt's brand new car they didn't do anything but tell me it was a act of god. One of the kids or adults could have been under the tree when it fell.
Lawrence S
June 12, 2021
We try to have our family reunion here every year. I like the privacy
Lawrence S
June 12, 2021
We try to have our family reunion here every year. I like the privacy
Mike L
VerifiedJune 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: 2 Point
The campsite was poorly maintained, there was no water available at any of the sites, and the campground was unmonitored and unsecured. we constantly had to defend the site from unwanted visitors all through the day and night. We felt very unsafe. We will never return to camp here again!
Mike L
VerifiedJune 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: 2 Point
The campsite was poorly maintained, there was no water available at any of the sites, and the campground was unmonitored and unsecured. we constantly had to defend the site from unwanted visitors all through the day and night. We felt very unsafe. We will never return to camp here again!
Location & Directions for Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
Ironton Ranger District, Pedro, OH 45659 United States
Elevation: 177 ft
Getting There
From U.S. Highway 52 at Ironton, take State Route 93 north for less than 10 mi to Lake Vesuvius Road (County Road 29). Turn east toward Lake Vesuvius and travel 1 mi to the recreation area.
Highway access
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area is accessible via U.S. Highway 52 at Ironton, which is approximately 10 miles away, and State Route 93, which connects directly to the campground.
Policies & Rules
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.
- 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.
- Click here for more information on the Wayne National Forest
- 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.
- 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.
- State of Ohio Buckeye Pass is not accepted at any Wayne National Forest recreation sites that charges a fee.
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Last updated: October 17, 2026
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