Wayne National Forest Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
protected area in Ohio, USA
About Wayne National Forest
It is the only national forest in Ohio and is clustered in three areas along the Appalachian Mountains and the Ohio River. The southern cluster is primarily located in Lawrence County and spans fromPortsmouthtoGallipolisand along the northern banks of the Ohio River. The northwestern cluster primarily spreads across Athens, Hocking and Perry Counties and includesAthenson its southern end. The northeastern cluster is located in Washington and Monroe Counties running fromMariettanortheast along the Ohio River. The grounds include many areas that were strip mined in the late 1800s. Accordingly, the forest includes areas experiencing various degrees of reforestation. The forest is nestled in rugged foothills of the Appalachian Mountain Range, north of the Ohio River Valley. The Wayne National
Top Attractions in Wayne National Forest
Explore the best things to see and do in Wayne National Forest:
- ★Lake Vesuvius Fishing Derby
- ★Vesuvius Furnace
- ★Wheelin’ Sportsmen Fishing Event
Where to Stay in Wayne National Forest
- 🏨Burr Oak Cove
- 🏨Burr Oak State Park
- 🏨Lake Vesuvius Recreation Area
- 🏨Lamping Homestead
- 🏨Leith Run Recreation Area
- 🏨Stone Church Horse Camp
Wayne National Forest Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: