Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area

Overview

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. Recreation Lake Vesuvius is a popular location for swimming and fishing.

Operator

National Forest

Camping types

Tent

Reservations

Reservable online

Phone

740-534-6500

Amenities

Location

Nearby adventures

Outdoor things to do around Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area, shown on the map above. Distances are straight-line from the campground, so driving or walking will be longer; trail details are approximate. Confirm access and conditions with the land manager.

Hikes and trailheads

• Balancing Rock TrailheadTrailhead · 0.1 mi from camp

  This trailhead is part of the Lake Vesuvius Horse Trail System . Recreation.gov

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• Lake Shore TrailHike · 7.7 mi long · 0.1 mi from camp

  A loop trail starting near Balancing Rock Trailhead.

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• Vesuvius Backpack TrailHike · 16.1 mi long · 0.1 mi from camp

  A loop trail starting near Balancing Rock Trailhead.

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• Scarlet Oak TrailHike · 0.4 mi long · 0.3 mi from campShow on map
• Old Beach TrailHike · 0.7 mi long · 0.3 mi from campShow on map
• Rock House TrailHike · 0.4 mi long · 0.5 mi from campShow on map

Mountain biking

• River TrailBike ride · 3.9 mi long · 21.9 mi from campShow on map
• Express TrailBike ride · 0.4 mi long · 22.4 mi from campShow on map
• Deer TrailBike ride · 1.2 mi long · 22.4 mi from campShow on map
• Turman TrailBike ride · 0.8 mi long · 22.4 mi from campShow on map

Scenic sights

• Sand HillPeak · 889 ft · 1.3 mi from campShow on map
• Tipton KnobPeak · 1,001 ft · 6.7 mi from campShow on map

Trail and sight data: Recreation.gov and OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

Reviews

Data sources

• Recreation.gov (RIDB) — Public domain (U.S. Government work)

Listing details come from the sources above and may be out of date. Confirm fees, dates and closures with the operator before you travel.