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Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground

Wayne National Forest, Ohio

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As of September 2026, Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground is a campground in Wayne National Forest, Ohio with 32 campsites. Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground is located at 38.6108° N, 82.6151° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Campsites at Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground

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Standard 25
Tent 7
Hookups 26

What an RV fits

25 ft1 site
35 ft1 site
45 ft19 sites

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, photography, horse riding.

All sites at Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the IRON RIDGE LAKE VESUVIUS loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
002	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
003	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
004	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
005	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
006	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
007	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
008	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
009	Tent	8	-	-
010	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
011	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
012	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
013	Standard	8	35 ft	Electric, Water
014	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
015	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
016	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
017	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups
018	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
019	Tent	8	-	Electric
020	Tent	8	-	Electric
021	Tent	8	-	Electric
022	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water
023	Tent	8	-	-
024	Standard	8	-	-
025	Standard	8	-	-
026	Standard	8	-	-
027	Standard	8	-	-
028	Standard	8	45 ft	Water
030	Standard	8	45 ft	Water
031	Standard	8	25 ft	Water
032	Tent	8	-	Water
033	Tent	8	-	Water
034	Standard	8	45 ft	Water

About Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground

Overview

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.

Recreation

Boating, fishing and swimming on Lake Vesuvius are the area's most popular activities. Anglers may catch bass, catfish, crappie or bluegill.

More than 40 miles of trails exist in the area, with trailheads beginning at or near the campground. A 1/2-mile hiking trail connects the campground to Lake Vesuvius. Lake Shore Trail offers an 8-mile loop around the lake and shorter trails lead to Rock House Cave, a grand, tunnel-like sandstone cave that was once used by Native Americans for shelter.

Facilities

The campground offers multiple sites for RV camping, many of which have electric hookups. Some first-come, first-serve sites are also available. Each campsite can accommodate up to eight individuals.

Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. The campground has accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water. Campsites 9, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, and 27 all have access to shared water spigots, while all other campsites have their own individual water-hookups. A dump station is located on-site.

Natural Features

Iron Ridge Campground is located on a wooded ridge above 143-acre Lake Vesuvius. A scenic forest of mature eastern hardwoods covers the area.

Nearby Attractions

The closest town is Ironton, Ohio, less than 10 miles from the campground.

Rules and notices at Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Additional fees will be collected at the campground for extra vehicles

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.

Campers may not occupy an individual developed campsite with more than eight persons at one time.

Campers may not occupy more than three developed camping units at one time (one RV and two tents sites).

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

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.

Reservation Cut-Off Window: Reservations must be made 4 days prior to arrival. Any unreserved campsites 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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Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground?

Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground have?

Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius Campground has 32 campsites.