Access the Hune Bridge Campground along the National Forest Covered Bridge Scenic Byway (S.R. 26) in Washington County. The campground is located across the historic Hune Covered Bridge. The campground has three camping sites just below the covered bridge on the Little Muskingum River. This campground is also a canoe access point and trailhead for a 5-mile hiking trail to the Rinard Covered Bridge.
In 2016-2017, the campground was closed for a short period of time to make some much needed improvements:
• Stream crossing into campground replaced
• Camp site added
• Vault toilet replaced
• Road and camping spurs restored
At a Glance
Current Conditions:
Hune Covered Bridge connects Route 26 (which runs west of the Little Muskingum River) with Hune Bridge Campground on the east side of the river. However, Hune Covered Bridge is currently closed due to a land slippage. To access the campground, please follow the detour route below.
From Route 26 North Of Hune Covered Bridge, Near Wingett Run:
Take Scottown Road (Twp. Rd. 35) across the Little Muskingum River.
After a short drive, turn right onto Smith Road (Twp. Rd. 408).
Follow Smith Rd./408 south along the river until you reach the campground.
Operational Hours:
24 hrs. a day during open season (April 15 through December 15).
Reservations:
None required
Fees
Camping Fees: •$10 per night
Open Season:
April 15
Usage:
Light
Closest Towns:
Marietta
Water:
None
Restroom:
Vault
Operated By:
Marietta Unit, Athens Ranger District, 27750 Star Route 7, Marietta, OH 45750 740-373-9055
General Information
Directions:
From Interstate 77, take Exit 1 (S.R. #7). Go towards Marietta on S.R. 7. Turn right at Acme Street (the first light). Acme St. ends at Greene Street. Turn right on Greene St. (S.R. 26). This campground is approximately 12 miles north of Lane Farm Campground. GPS Lat/Long coordinates for the area are 39 deg 30' 36" / 81 deg 15' 02".
Notice as of September, 2020
Hune Covered Bridge connects Route 26 (which runs west of the Little Muskingum River) with Hune Bridge Campground on the east side of the river. However, Hune Covered Bridge is currently closed due to a land slippage. To access the campground, please follow the detour route below.
From Route 26 North Of Hune Covered Bridge, Near Wingett Run:
Take Scottown Road (Twp. Rd. 35) across the Little Muskingum River.
After a short drive, turn right onto Smith Road (Twp. Rd. 408).
Follow Smith Rd./408 south along the river until you reach the campground.
This campground is just below a covered bridge and is a scenic place to camp and spend a day or two.
No. of Sites
4
Reservation Info
None taken
No. of Accessible sites
0
Difficulty Level:
Intermediate
Fishing
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River and Stream Fishing
Shoreline fishing on the Little Muskingum River or fishing by canoe or boat.
Fishing Platform
Shore
Fish Species
Smallmouth bass and sunfish are among the several species of fish that migrate up from the Ohio River. The Ohio Muskellunge is also found in the Little Muskingum River.
Cleaning Station
none
Special Designations
Please release any muskies you catch.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Hiking
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Day Hiking
An 8-mile trail links the two covered bridges of Hune Bridge and Rinard Bridge at Haught Run. It also ties to a connector trail which links to the approximately 40 miles of the North Country Trail.
Difficulty Level:
Difficult
Backpacking
An 8-mile trail links the two covered bridges of Hune Bridge and Rinard Bridge at Haught Run. It also ties to a connector trail which links to the 40 miles of the North Country Trail.
Difficulty Level:
Difficult
Nature Viewing
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Viewing Wildlife
This site along the Little Muskingum is likely to attract wildlife looking for water as well as river creatures. Sit quietly and you will see animals coming down for water, water birds, amphibians, and even fish as they swim in the shallows.
Species
birds, riverine creatures, fish, frogs, and other bottomland wildlife.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Viewing Scenery
From this campground you have a view of the historic Hune Bridge, which often reflects back on the Little Muskingum below. The campground is on the banks of the river and sits back in the shady woods. It is a beautiful spot and offers a quiet scenic place to watch the river.
Special Feature
covered bridge
Difficulty Level:
Intermediate
Outdoor Learning
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Interpretive Areas
This site along the Covered Bridge Scenic Byway has two interpretive panels. One explains the history of the covered bridge which is just adjacent to the campground and easily visible from the site. The other panel discusses the oil and gas industry which still plays an important role in the local area today. In the campground area is a large oil collection tank with collecting lines running out into the forest, so people can view how the oil is collected from wells in the forest and historically what this resource meant to the economy of this part of Ohio.
Difficulty Level:
Intermediate
Water Activities
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Boating - Non-Motorized
This access point to the Little Muskingum River meanders along through forested hills and pastures. It parallels the National Forest Covered Bridge Scenic Byway for most of its length. The area provides a backdrop of historic barns, covered bridges, and century old farmhouses. The river is subject to seasonal low water. The river features overhanging trees and traverses some of Ohio's most beautiful countryside. Rural landscapes, cross-road communities, bluffs and rock outcrops, big shady trees, and abundant wildlife will add to your trip. Canoers paddle under covered bridges which have spanned the river for over a century.
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