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Wayne National Forest
Location: Headquarters: 13700 US Hwy 33, Nelsonville
Phone: 740-753-0101
The
This serene beauty includes covered bridges, rock shelters, springs, and rugged hills covered with
hardwood and pine, as well as
With over 300 miles of trails -- 120 of which are all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and off-highway motorcycle (OHM) trails, 80 miles of horse trails, and 210 miles of trails available to mountain bikers -- visitors are sure to have a great outdoor experience. All trail riders 16 years old and older must purchase a Wayne National Forest permit to use the trails. The cost of a WNF annual trail permit is $45.00; 3-day permit is $24.00; and daily permit is $12.00.
The 2010 trail season will be open until Wednesday, December 15. However, trails are open year round for hikers!
Backpacking or cross country hiking is permitted anywhere on
National Forest (NF) lands. Take extra precautions during hunting seasons by
wearing bright orange clothing. It is also a good idea to carry a compass.
Keep away from oil/gas operations--they are private property and potentially
dangerous. Pumpjacks may begin to operate without warning and any open flame,
firearm discharge, or spark could cause an explosion.
Primitive Camping
Primitive Camping is allowed on NF land away from developed
campgrounds and anywhere that your camping equipment and/or vehicle do not
block developed trails or road right-of-ways. There are also designated Special Areas in which camping is NOT allowed. Plan to bring enough drinking water for the
duration of your stay. Leave a clean campsite by packing out all refuse. There
is no charge for primitive camping, although a 14 day limitation is in effect.
It is not normally necessary to check in with the Forest Service; however,
groups of more than 25 people require a permit, and prior coordination is
required.
Campground Reservations
Reservations are not
required for developed campsites. However, to be assured a campsite, especially
on holiday weekends, you may wish to make a reservation. To reserve a campsite
at the Vesuvius or Leith Run Recreation Areas, call the National Reservation
System at 1-877-444-6777. Hearing impaired persons should
call 1-877-833-6777. A reservation service fee of $9 will be charged. You
should call 5 days in advance. Camping is limited to 14 days within a 21 day
period.
Personal property should not be left unattended for more than 24 hours, and
campsites should be occupied the first night.
Other campgrounds with direct access to the trails include Camp Ohio, 740-753-2303, Camp Williams, 740-753-3611 and Begley's Campground, 740-394-2539.
Hunting, Trapping and Fishing
State laws on
hunting, trapping, and fishing are enforced on NF lands, requiring either
resident or non-resident license. Generally hunting is allowed anywhere on NF
land. An exception is recreation areas with designated boundaries. In all areas
with scattered ownership please have a detailed map and do not trespass on
adjacent private land.
Discharging a firearm (including a bow and arrow) is prohibited in or within
150 yards of a developed recreation site, trail head, residence, or any place
where people are likely to be. Shooting across roads or bodies of water is also
prohibited. State Law prohibits target practicing on all public lands
(including the
Get There!
From
From Nelsonville and
Columbus, take 33 East toward
