LAKE VESUVIUS RECREATION AREA
| Address | IRONTON RANGER DISTRICT , 6518 STATE ROUTE 93, PEDRO, OH, 45659 |
|---|---|
| State | OH |
| Reservable | Yes — reservable on recreation.gov |
| Phone | 740-534-6500 |
Amenities
Checkin Time: 11:00 AM, 6:00 AM
Min Num of People: 1
Condition Rating: Basic, Preferred
Checkout Time: 10:00 AM, 10:00 PM
Shade: Full
Max Num of People: 50–150
Max Num of Vehicles: 12–20
Driveway Surface: Gravel, Paved
Max Vehicle Length: 0
Group Allowed: Y
Electricity Hookup: 15
Reservable Sites: 3 of 3
Overview
Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area, named for the old Vesuvius iron furnace, is the Wayne National Forest’s premier developed recreation site. The 143-acre lake and 1,200-acre complex provides the perfect spot for a getaway.
Recreation
Lake Vesuvius is a popular location for swimming and fishing. Anglers may catch bass, catfish, crappie and bluegill. A boat ramp is located on-site. A swimming beach is located at Big Bend.
A large playing field and multiple hiking
Data updated: 2026-08-23 09:14 (UTC) · Source: RIDB (recreation.gov)