Can you reserve a site at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius?

Yes, Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius?

64 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius?

Yes, pets are allowed at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius.

Are campfires allowed at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius?

Campfires are allowed at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius, Ohio — 32 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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.

The facts

32 bookable sites
32 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 64 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: Pine Knob, Post Oak, Scarlet Oak, White Oak

Site types

22 Standard Electric
10 RV Electric

Amenities

Electric hookups
Water hookups
Sewer hookups
Campfires allowed
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: fire pits.

Book on Recreation.gov

32 campsites at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
025	Pine Knob	Rv Electric	Pull Through	Paved	60 ft	8	♿ 🐾
026	Pine Knob	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	50 ft	8	♿ 🐾
027	Pine Knob	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	58 ft	8	♿ 🐾
028	Pine Knob	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	62 ft	8	♿ 🐾
029	Pine Knob	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	8	♿ 🐾
030	Pine Knob	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	54 ft	8	♿ 🐾
031	Pine Knob	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	62 ft	8	♿ 🐾
032	Pine Knob	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	48 ft	8	♿ 🐾
009	Post Oak	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	60 ft	8	♿ 🐾
010	Post Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	55 ft	8	♿ 🐾
012	Post Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	55 ft	8	♿ 🐾
013	Post Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	50 ft	8	♿ 🐾
014	Post Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
011	Scarlet Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
020	Scarlet Oak	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	60 ft	8	♿ 🐾
021	Scarlet Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	64 ft	8	♿ 🐾
022	Scarlet Oak	Rv Electric	Pull Through	Paved	50 ft	8	♿ 🐾
023	Scarlet Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
024	Scarlet Oak	Rv Electric	Pull Through	Paved	60 ft	8	♿ 🐾
001	White Oak	Rv Electric	Back In	Paved	38 ft	8	♿ 🐾
002	White Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	42 ft	8	♿ 🐾
003	White Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	46 ft	8	♿ 🐾
004	White Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	50 ft	8	♿ 🐾
005	White Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	50 ft	8	♿ 🐾
006	White Oak	Rv Electric	Pull Through	Paved	60 ft	8	♿ 🐾
007	White Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	50 ft	8	♿ 🐾
008	White Oak	Standard Electric	Pull Through	Paved	60 ft	8	♿ 🐾
015	White Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	48 ft	8	♿ 🐾
016	White Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	8	♿ 🐾
017	White Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	8	♿ 🐾
018	White Oak	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	50 ft	8	♿ 🐾
019	White Oak	Rv Electric	Pull Through	Paved	60 ft	8	♿ 🐾

Getting there

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.

38.61899, -82.63346 · 38°37'8.4"N 82°38'0.5"W

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Typical weather

Typically 86°F in Jul, down to 41°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	41	45	54	67	75	83	86	85	79	68	55	46
Low °F	20	22	29	38	49	58	62	60	52	40	30	25
Precip in	3.3	3.1	4.2	3.7	4.5	4.0	5.6	3.7	3.9	3.1	2.9	3.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

There is a $5 electric hookup fee. The total fee of electric site is composed of $15 basic camping fee and $5 electric fee.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius

Can you reserve a site at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius?: Yes, Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius have?: 32 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius?: 64 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius?: Yes, pets are allowed at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius.
Does Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius have hookups?: Electric, Water, Sewer.
Are campfires allowed at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius?: Campfires are allowed at Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$20/night for full service electric sites (27 available)
Senior Pass and Access Pass (formerly Golden Age and Golden Access Passports) are accepted at this campground. The fee for Pass-holders is $12.50/night.
$35/night for the Two Points Group Campground.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius

Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area 1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Iron Ridge - Lake Vesuvius 1.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Pine Knob Loop less than 0.1 mi · Campground
Two Point Group Campground 0.1 mi · Campground
Longbow Archery Trailhead 0.5 mi · Facility
Iron Ridge Campground 0.6 mi · Campground
Underground Railroad: Vesuvius Furnace 0.9 mi · Facility
Balancing Rock Trailhead 1 mi · Facility
Ironton Ranger District - Ironton Area 1 mi · Facility
John's Creek Trailhead 3.5 mi · Facility
Bluegrass Trailhead 4.1 mi · Facility
Superior OHV System 5 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 740-534-6500
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Oak Hill - Lake Vesuvius