Rough road access is the first thing to note at Lake Vesuvius Horseback Riding System, a US Forest Service campground in Wayne National Forest near Pedro, Ohio. The site sits in mixed forested and open terrain with a creek and lake nearby, making it a functional base for equestrian use in the region. Pets are not permitted. Paddle Creek Horse Camp lies 1.6 miles southwest for campers who want a nearby alternative, and those researching the broader area can browse campgrounds near Wayne National Forest for additional context.
Description
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. The trails will lead you through a variety of vegetation where many species of wildlife live. Expect to see open fields, brushland, mature forest, and young forests. Along the way, you will notice man's influence and land management activities. The Lake Vesuvius horseback trails system isapproximately 46 miles long and is composed of 9 trails, 4 trailheads, and one horse campground.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLake Vesuvius Horseback Riding System is located in Ohio near Pedro
Public CampgroundDirections
The trailheads for the Lake Vesuvius Horse Trail system are located off State Route 93. Directions for each trailhead are maintained on each trailhead's page.
Coordinates
38.64671161 N
82.55940181 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonNo Coverage
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 40 min from Huntington, WV
- 1 hr 44 min from Parkersburg, WV
