Leith Run Recreation Area & Campground - Wayne National Forest — Hotel in St. Marys

We spent 3 nights in this smaller secluded campground and had site #12 overlooking the Ohio River. I never knew how interesting the river could be! We watched many tug/push boats steering up to 6 barges hauling their cargo, plus speedboats, pontoon boats, fishing boats, and even a few swimmers on the WVa side. The campground is very well maintained by the national park service, but mostly by the friendly and helpful camp hosts. They even provided FREE campfire wood (and he split it for us since we were two females who tried and failed at wielding an ax!) There are only 19 electric sites and 3 primitive tent sites -- we had the perfect spot on the river for our tent. Most sites could hold a full sized camper and a few of them are pull through. No water hookup, but there is a fill and dump station. Each site has a metal fire ring with a grate and a sturdy pole for hanging a lantern. There is a trail leading from the campground to one of the main trails in the Nat'l Forest, plus a (I'm guessing) 1/2 mile paved path all along the outside of the camp. There are a few observation decks, one overlooking the river and 3 others overlooking a wetland--all accessible from the paved walking path. There is a nice playground for smaller children and plenty of river front for fishing. We saw 2 people reel in catfish one evening. ||Our ONLY complaint was the ONE shower in the bath house. The bathhouse is kept clean every day by the camp host, but with only 1 shower, you may have to wait or plan your shower for an odd time. Fortunately, we were the only tent campers and I think most others showered in their campers or were only there overnight and didn't...

Site 12 has a slight incline, complete shade and the walking path passes between the site and river. However, we had no issues with our tent at this site. Based on Recreation.gov website only so many sites can be reserved online, leaving the other sites for walk-in only. We took a chance and went with no reservations. Upon our arrival we noticed only 10 campers and a few reserved signs. The campground is not that big so we drove around looking at the available sites. Walk-in primitive sites are also available. After making a loop through the campground, we stop at site 12. It is river front and offers electric. A picnic table and a campfire ring are provided, as are accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water. We did speak with the camp host and he mentioned that we are extremely lucky to have gotten this spot. During prime season the river front spots fill quick. The only minor issue we had was the road noise. This is no fault of the campground. Across the river is a highly busy, non stop road. At night the noise carries right across the water. Despite this the site is wonderful. The shower/bath house was clean. 1 shower and two toilets for the entire campground. The shower has to be one of my favorites. The water was hot, powerful and stayed on long, push to start. I was even able to get the shower head to message mode. There is plenty of room, 1 large bench and 2 hooks, for your personals and to get dressed without getting stuff soaked. ||Overall, the campground is well maintained and offers...

Site 12 has a slight incline, complete shade and the walking path passes between the site and river. However, we had no issues with our tent at this site. Based on Recreation.gov website only so many sites can be reserved online, leaving the other sites for walk-in only. We took a chance and went with no reservations. Upon our arrival we noticed only 10 campers and a few reserved signs. The campground is not that big so we drove around looking at the available sites. Walk-in primitive sites are also available. After making a loop through the campground, we stop at site 12. It is river front and offers electric. A picnic table and a campfire ring are provided, as are accessible flush toilets, showers and drinking water. We did speak with the camp host and he mentioned that we are extremely lucky to have gotten this spot. During prime season the river front spots fill quick. The only minor issue we had was the road noise. This is no fault of the campground. Across the river is a highly busy, non stop road. At night the noise carries right across the water. Despite this the site is wonderful. The shower/bath house was clean. 1 shower and two toilets for the entire campground. The shower has to be one of my favorites. The water was hot, powerful and stayed on long, push to start. I was even able to get the shower head to message mode. There is plenty of room, 1 large bench and 2 hooks, for your personals and to get dressed without getting stuff soaked. Overall, the campground is well maintained and offers...