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Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground

Wayne National Forest, Ohio

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As of October 2026, Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground is a campground in Wayne National Forest, Ohio with 28 campsites. Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground is located at 38.6190° N, 82.6335° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 4 (16 sites)Oct 5 (21 sites)Oct 6 (21 sites)

16 sites open on Oct 4 at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 18:34 UTC.

Campsites at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground

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Standard 18
RV 10
Accessible 28
Hookups 28

What an RV fits

38 ft1 site
45 ft2 sites
46 ft1 site
48 ft2 sites
50 ft7 sites
54 ft1 site
55 ft2 sites
58 ft1 site
60 ft9 sites
62 ft2 sites

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking.

All sites at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Hookups	Access
025	Pine Knob	RV	8	60 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
026	Pine Knob	RV	8	50 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
027	Pine Knob	RV	8	58 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
028	Pine Knob	RV	8	62 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
029	Pine Knob	RV	8	60 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
030	Pine Knob	Standard	8	54 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
031	Pine Knob	Standard	8	62 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
032	Pine Knob	Standard	8	48 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
009	Post Oak	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
010	Post Oak	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
012	Post Oak	Standard	8	55 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
013	Post Oak	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
014	Post Oak	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
022	Scarlet Oak	RV	8	50 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
023	Scarlet Oak	Standard	8	45 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
024	Scarlet Oak	RV	8	60 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
001	White Oak	RV	8	38 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
003	White Oak	Standard	8	46 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
004	White Oak	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
005	White Oak	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
006	White Oak	RV	8	60 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
007	White Oak	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
008	White Oak	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
015	White Oak	Standard	8	48 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
016	White Oak	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
017	White Oak	Standard	8	60 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
018	White Oak	Standard	8	50 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible
019	White Oak	RV	8	60 ft	Electric, Water	Accessible

About Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground

Overview

Oak Hill Campground is one of two camping areas within Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area. It has recently renovated and upgraded with modern conveniences like electric hookups and flush toilets. Lake Vesuvius is very close, providing access to ample recreational opportunities.

Recreation

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

More than 40 miles of trails exist in the area, with trailheads beginning at or near the campground. A spur within the campground connects to the Rock House Trail, which leads to a cave Native Americans used as a hide-out many years ago.

Facilities

The campground offers dozens of accessible single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Each campsite can accommodate up to eight individuals. A group site can accommodate up to 50 people. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Picnic tables, lantern posts, and campfire rings with grills are provided, as well as electric hookups, accessible flush and vault toilets, showers and water hook-ups. A dump station is located on-site.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the west side of the 143-acre lake. A mixed hardwood-pine forest with many mature oak trees covers the area.

Nearby Attractions

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

Rules and notices at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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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Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground?

Oak Hill - 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 Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Oak Hill - 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 Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground have?

Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius Campground has 28 campsites.