Established Camping
Balancing Rock Trailhead
Balancing Rock Trailhead in Ohio is surrounded by forested terrain with trails suitable for hiking. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the natural beauty of Wayne National Forest and the scenic views along the Ohio River.
Description
US Forest Service
Wayne National Forest
This trailhead is part of the Lake Vesuvius Horse Trail System. The Lake Vesuvius horseback trails system 46.66 miles long and is composed of 9 trails, 4 trailheads, and one horse campground. The Lake Vesuvius horse trails wind through some of the most striking landscapes in Ohio. They will lead you through a variety of vegetation where many species of wildlife live. You will ride along rock cliffs, water falls, streams and along ridge tops. Expect to see open fields, brushland, mature forest, and young forests. Along the way, you will notice man's influence and land management activities.
Location
Balancing Rock Trailhead is located in Ohio
Coordinates
38.60438662 N
82.63018536 W
Drive Time
- 27 min from Huntington
- 1 hr 52 min from Parkersburg
Access
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
VerizonNo Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
