Paved sites with full hookups make this Wayne National Forest campground accessible to RVs up to 64 feet. Oak Hill sits within walking distance of Lake Vesuvius, where campers can fish and launch kayaks from the shoreline. Sites include picnic tables and fire rings with grills, though they're positioned close together with limited privacy between neighbors.
The campground operates seasonally from April through October at $20 per night, with reservations available up to four days in advance before switching to first-come, first-serve. Clean restrooms and a dump station serve the 20-site facility. For additional camping options in the region, consider places to camp near Pedro or nearby Wayne National Forest Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area. Book early during peak season as sites fill quickly on weekends.
Description
Overview
Oak Hill Campground is one of two camping areas within Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area. It has recently renovated and upgraded with modern conveniences like electric hookups and flush toilets. Lake Vesuvius is very close, providing access to ample recreational opportunities.
Recreation
Boating, fishing and swimming on Lake Vesuvius are the most popular activities. Anglers may catch bass, catfish, crappie and bluegill. More than 40 miles of trails exist in the area, with trailheads beginning at or near the campground. A spur within the campground connects to the Rock House Trail, which leads to a cave Native Americans used as a hide-out many years ago.
Facilities
The campground offers dozens of accessible single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Each campsite can accommodate up to eight individuals. A group site can accommodate up to 50 people. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Picnic tables, lantern posts, and campfire rings with grills are provided, as well as electric hookups, accessible flush and vault toilets, showers and water hook-ups. A dump station is located on-site.
Natural Features
The campground is situated on the west side of the 143-acre lake. A mixed hardwood-pine forest with many mature oak trees covers the area.
Nearby Attractions
The closest town is Ironton, Ohio, less than 10 miles from the campground.
Fee Info
There is a $5 electric hookup fee. The total fee of electric site is composed of $15 basic camping fee and $5 electric fee.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundOak Hill - Lake Vesuvius is located in Ohio
Directions
From U.S. Highway 52 at Ironton, take State Route 93 north for 9 miles to the Lake Vesuvius Road (County Road 29). Turn east toward Lake Vesuvius and travel 1 mile to the recreation area.
Address
916 COUNTY ROAD 29
Pedro, OH 45659
Coordinates
38.618992 N
82.633459 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/3/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/3/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
