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Vinton Furnace State Forest Hunters Camp — Vinton Furnace State Forest
Vinton Furnace State Forest Hunters Camp is located in a forested area near Vinton Furnace State Forest in Ohio. The terrain consists of dense woodlands and rolling hills. Campers can explore nearby attractions such as Lake Hope State Park and the Zaleski State Forest, with temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer.
Description
Per website: This is open camping for LICENSED HUNTERS ONLY DURING VARIOUS HUNTING SEASONS. See details below:
Camping permitted in Hunters Camp only. The Hunters camp is operational one day before the start of squirrel season until one day after the close of grouse season. It is open again 14 days before the start of wild turkey season and closes the day after the season ends. Campers must be legally licensed hunters and must complete a self-registration form on-site. 6am to 11pm daily.
12,089 acres in Vinton County near McArthur. Home to the state's largest known population of bobcats. Also home to timber rattlesnakes, cerulean warblers and several rare plant species.
Reservation Info
Self registration for Licensed Hunters Only during various hunting seasons.
Location
Vinton Furnace State Forest Hunters Camp — Vinton Furnace State Forest is located in Ohio
Coordinates
39.18783725 N
82.4099104 W
Detours Nearby
Benton's on the Baileys
35 min away
Baileys Trail Tent Camping
36 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 2 min from Parkersburg
- 1 hr 21 min from Columbus
- 1 hr 30 min from Huntington
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage- VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Site Types
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Toilets
- Pets
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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