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.
Flood Watch issued May 22 at 12:34PM EDT until May 23 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northeast Kentucky, including the following counties, Boyd, Carter, Greenup and Lawrence, southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Lawrence OH, Meigs, Morgan, Perry, Vinton and Washington, and West Virginia, including the following counties, Cabell, Jackson WV, Mason, Pleasants, Ritchie, Tyler, Wayne, Wirt and Wood. * WHEN...Through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Rain will persist through tonight. Rainfall totals of one to two inches are expected across the area, with locally higher amounts possible in locations impacted by thunderstorms or just Embedded heavier downpours. Areas that received locally heavy rain over the past several days will be most vulnerable to flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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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