Leith Run
The campground is open for the season. Showers, sinks, and flush toilets are not available due to flood damage; vault toilets are in use. Potable water, electric hookups, and dump station remain operational. Reservations must be made at least 4 days in advance via Recreation.gov; sites within the 4-day window are first-come, first-served. Seasonal closure typically occurs in mid-October.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 1 at 8:56PM EDT until July 3 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and the lowlands and western foothills of West Virginia. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme, prolonged high heat and humidity events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An extended period of hot and humid conditions continues, peaking on Thursday.
About
Leith Run Campground provides a scenic retreat on the Ohio River near Newport, Ohio, approximately 18 miles north of Marietta on State Route 7. The campground features grassy, shaded sites beneath a hardwood-pine forest canopy, with many sites offering waterfront views. Facilities include 18 standard electric sites, 3 tent-only non-electric sites, and 2 group picnic shelters with electricity. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring, and grill. The campground provides access to the Ohio River's Willow Island Pool for canoeing, kayaking, swimming, and fishing. A backwater estuary alongside the campground features a paved trail and boardwalk with a gazebo for wildlife viewing. The Scenic River Trail begins at the campground and climbs to a bluff above the river. Additional amenities include a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, and playground. The Covered Bridge Scenic Byway passes nearby, offering views of forested hills, pastures, and four 19th-century covered bridges. Note that the boat ramp is permanently closed, and firewood from outside the area is prohibited.
Directions
From Marietta, Ohio, travel approximately 18 miles north on State Route 7 to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $15 - $55 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 90ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 90ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (740) 373-9055 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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