Ohio
Wayne National Forest Burr Oak Cove Campground
Established Campground
Burr Oak Cove sits deep in Wayne National Forest’s Athens Unit, offering 25 primitive campsites scattered across wooded ridges and creek bottoms. The campground feels genuinely remote despite being accessible by passenger car, with pit toilets, fire rings, and seasonal hand-pump water. Sites are well-spaced among mature hardwoods, and you’ll rarely see it full outside peak fall foliage weekends.
Access via State Route 78 then forest roads — well-maintained gravel but watch for seasonal washouts after heavy rains. Open April through October, though gates may close earlier during hunting seasons. No reservations, and cell service is nonexistent throughout the area.
Remote USFS camping deep in Wayne National Forest
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | Lakeview Trail Connector, Burr Oak, Ohio 45732 Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Glouster, Ohio |
| Miles from pavement | 8.3 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | None |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 25 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $10.00 / night |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | April-October |
| Land manager | USFS |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Fire ring, Picnic table, Toilets |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
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