Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area Campground and Camping
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About the Campground
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Services & Amenities
Within Facility |
- Amphitheater
- Backpack Overnight Trails
- Boat Launch
- Fire Rings
- Flush Toilet
- Grills
- Hiking Trail
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- Horse Shoes
- Picnic Shelters
- Scenery
- Swimming - Lake
- Vault Toilet
- Wildlife Viewing
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Fees
Peak Season Apr 03 2010 - Oct 31 2010 |
GROUP TENT ONLY AREA NONELECTRIC |
$30.00-$35.00 |
GROUP SHELTER NONELECTRIC |
$50.00 |
GROUP SHELTER ELECTRIC |
$60.00 |
Peak Season Apr 01 2011 - Nov 02 2011 |
GROUP TENT ONLY AREA NONELECTRIC |
$30.00-$35.00 |
GROUP SHELTER NONELECTRIC |
$50.00 |
GROUP SHELTER ELECTRIC |
$60.00 |
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Alerts and Important Information
Due to a landslide caused by the rainfall on May 2, the Big Bend Beach Road will be closed through the 2010 season. The Beach will be open this summer and is accessible via the Lakeshore Trail and by boat. Boat rentals are available Friday through Sunday from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Sorry for the inconvenience. For more information, please call the Ironton Ranger District at 740-534-6500. Reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance. No more than two vehicles per campsite. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. Picnic areas close at 10:00 p.m. Lake Vesuvius Furnace is a group picnic site with electricity. Golden Age/Access discount does not apply to group sites. Ohio Golden Buckeye Passport is not accepted. For more information, please call the Ironton Ranger District at 740-534-6500. Reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance. No more than two vehicles per campsite. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. Picnic areas close at 10:00 p.m. Lake Vesuvius Furnace is a group picnic site with electricity. Golden Age/Access discount does not apply to group sites. Ohio Golden Buckeye Passport is not accepted.
Campground Contact Information
Campground Phone: 740-534-6500
Customer Service Phone:888-445-1474
Backcountry Permits Phone: 877-550-6777
Lancaster,
OH
740-534-6500
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More About Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area Campground
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area is a campground located in Lancaster, Ohio. This is a US Forest Service campground. All reservations can be made by calling 1-877-444-6777.
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