Established Camping
Wayne National Forest Leith Run Recreation Area
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Unfortunately, Leith Run Campground is closed for the season due to extensive damage from the April flood. All reservations have been canceled and refunded. We apologize for any inconvenience. Leith Run has flooded several times in the past few years, and future flooding of this years scale could jeopardize routine openings. Damage from the April events includes four to six inches of caked mud that covers the entire property, which much be shoveled by hand before personnel can remove larger piles with tractors. Widespread electrical impacts include ruined septic pumps that must be replaced, campsite electric pedestals, hand dryers in the shower house, and breaker panels. These elements were underwater during the flood.
Wayne National Forest Leith Run Recreation Area is located near New Matamoras, Ohio, featuring forested terrain with a mix of trees and undergrowth. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Ohio River and the historic town of Marietta, offering opportunities for exploration and sightseeing.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Wayne National Forest
Overview
Leith Run Campground provides a beautiful location on the Ohio River, where grassy campsites and picnic areas make for a comfortable getaway in the Wayne National Forest. The campground is equipped with modern conveniences like flush toilets and electricity.__
Recreation
The campground provides access to the mighty Ohio River and the Willow Island Pool, where canoeing, kayaking, swimming and fishing are popular activities. A backwater estuary lies alongside the campground. A paved trail and a boardwalk with a gazebo offer not only wildlife viewing opportunities, but also an opportunity to access the estuary and surrounding wetlands area, where fishing is a favorite pastime. Anglers may catch bass, catfish and other species. Leith Run offers hiking opportunities, group picnic shelters and a playground for kids. A trailhead for the Scenic River Trail, which climbs to a bluff above the river, is available in the campground.
Facilities
The campground provides access to the mighty Ohio River and the Willow Island Pool, where canoeing, kayaking, swimming and fishing are popular activities. A backwater estuary lies alongside the campground. A paved trail and a boardwalk with a gazebo offer not only wildlife viewing opportunities, but also an opportunity to access the estuary and surrounding wetlands area, where fishing is a favorite pastime. Anglers may catch bass, catfish and other species. Leith Run offers hiking opportunities, group picnic shelters and a playground for kids. A trailhead for the Scenic River Trail, which climbs to a bluff above the river, is available in the campground.
Natural Features
The campground is located on the north banks of the beautiful Ohio River, just miles from the Ohio-West Virginia border, near the town of Newport, Ohio. A scenic hardwood-pine forest covers the campground, which has many waterfront sites.
Nearby Attractions
The Covered Bridge Scenic Byway passes by the campground and provides a romantic view of the countryside, complete with forested hills, open pastures and four 19th century covered bridges. Legend has it that it's a tradition for visitors passing over the covered bridges to hold their breath and make a wish.
Fee Info
There is a $5 electric hookup fee. The total fee of family electric site is composed of $15 basic camping fee and $5 electric fee.
Location
Wayne National Forest Leith Run Recreation Area is located in Ohio
Directions
From Marietta, Ohio, travel approximately 21 miles on Highway 7 to the campground.
Address
44400 STATE ROUTE 7
New matamoras, OH 45767
Coordinates
39.4457056 N
81.1512 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
