Imagine sipping your morning coffee outside a cozy shipping container turned cabin, rocking on a porch swing as you take in the peaceful forest around you.
This could be you if you decide to stay at a cabin in Hocking Hills!
Hocking Hills is one of those epic state parks that should be a national park. With a sprawling landscape dotted with waterfalls, caves, and cliffs, this park should be on everyone’s bucket list.
And when you stay in Hocking Hills, you’ll likely want to be within walking distance (or short driving distance) of these highlights. I’m going to help you with that!
From cozy A-frames to unique treehouses and shipping containers, here’s a compilation of the best cabins in Hocking Hills.
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HOCKING HILLS STATE PARK AT A GLANCE
Before diving in, here are a few highlights for planning a trip to Hocking Hills.
- Getting There: The closest major airports to Hocking Hills are John Glenn Columbus International and Rickenbacker International Airport in Columbus, which are both about an hour from the Visitor Center. Find affordable flights here.
- Entrance Fee: FREE! All Ohio State Parks have free admission.
- Where to Stay: In a cabin! That is the focus of this blog post, so keep reading to find out which one you should stay in!
- How to Get Around: You’ll need to rent a personal vehicle to get around Hocking Hills.
- Best Time to Visit: April – October
- How Long to Visit: 2-3 days
Cabins in Hocking Hills: A Comprehensive Guide
Here are the best cabins to stay in when visiting Hocking Hills!
The Lily Pad
It doesn’t get much more unique than The Lily Pad! This one-of-a-kind cabin is built from a 40-foot shipping container. How cool is that?!
Nestled in 30 acres of woods, the Lily Pad gives you a secluded vibe without being far from the main attractions of the park. You’re just a few minutes from Old Man’s Cave, Ash Cave, and Cedar Falls!
This cabin sleeps 2 people, and unfortunately, pets are not allowed.
Outside, you’ll find a hot tub, gas grill, fire pit, seating area, and even a swing bed. Inside, there’s a gas fireplace, full kitchen, private bathroom with shower, a cozy leather couch, and a dining table with chairs.
With more outdoor living space than interior space, you’ll definitely be spending most of your time relaxing outside or exploring the park!
Creative Cabins – The Frame
Let’s move on to a classic A-frame cabin! The Frame is a roomy, 2-bedroom cabin nestled in a private forest.
This cabin sleeps 4 and is surprisingly roomy. Here you’ll find a covered deck with a hot tub, sauna, full kitchen, fireplace, walk-in shower, fire pit, gas grill, and comfortable outdoor seating.
It’s just 15 minutes from Old Man’s Cave!
Fallswood Lodge
Next is a great option for large groups. This giant A-frame sleeps 22!
Only about 5 minutes from Old Man’s Cave, the Fallswood Lodge cabin features 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a private pool, a hot tub, a full kitchen, charcoal and gas grills, a fire pit, and internet.
Soaring Eagle Luxury Treehouse
Next, let’s talk about the Soaring Eagle Luxury Treehouse! This luxurious one-bedroom private cabin is perfect for a couple’s getaway!
The unique, modern treehouse features a hot tub, outdoor shower, fire ring, massage chairs, a full kitchen, and a full bath with a couples shower.
Even better, it is just 1.5 miles from Old Man’s Cave!
Zen Gardens – Cut Above Cabins
The Zen Gardens Cabins is an adult-only lakefront property that boasts private docks, canoes, kayaks, mountain bikes, and a private waterfall.
This specific luxury cabin features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a private deck, high-speed WiFi, a hot tub, a loft, a gas grill, and a fully equipped kitchen.
Located on the southern shores of Lake Logan, you’re just a 15-minute drive from most Hocking Hills highlights, such as Old Man’s Cave, Cantwell Cliffs, and Ash Cave!
The Lodge at Harble Ridge
If you’ve got a huge family and need a lot of space, look no further than The Lodge at Harble Ridge!
This cabin, which sleeps 23 people, boasts a full kitchen, hot tub, fireplace, massive 70″ TV, table that seats 14, rec room, deck, porch swings, and fire pit.
It sits on 40 acres of wooded property that you can explore, and a pond that you can go fishing in!
As with most of the cabins on this list, you’re just a quick drive from all Hocking Hills favorites like Old Man’s Cave and Ash Cave.
A-Frame #11 – Hocking Hills
The Chalets A-Frames are iconic cabins in Hocking Hills! Each cabin features a private deck with a hot tub, grill, kitchenette, fireplace, dining for four, and wooded views.
Just 3 miles from Old Man’s Cave, A-frame cabin #11 sleeps 4. You’ll find a hot tub, kitchen, fire pit, and communal pool.
Cowboy Trail
Cowboy Trail is the perfect getaway for couples!
This nice cabin features a full kitchen, a full bath with custom-tiled, walk-in shower, fireplace, hot tub, charcoal grill, and outdoor seating area.
You get the secluded vibe without being far from the park. This cabin is located conveniently just 2 miles from Old Man’s Cave!
Secluded Mountainside Cabin – Shamrock
The Secluded Mountainside Cabin – Shamrock is perfect for a cozy Hocking Hills getaway!
Nestled on 5 acres of woods, the Secluded Mountainside Cabin – Shamrock is just minutes from Old Man’s Cave.
The Secluded Mountainside Cabin – Shamrock sleeps 4 and has a fireplace, hot tub, full kitchen, firepit, outdoor seating, and WiFi.
Rock House Cabins
Bring a big family or group and want to be close to the famous Rock House? Check out Rock House Cabins!
The cabins are within walking distance of the Rock House, which is one of the more remote areas of Hocking Hills State Park.
There are five separate cabin rentals for the price of one. They form a lodge-like setting to host up to 21 guests in a historical property.
Ready to Plan Your Hocking Hills Adventure?!
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Where to next? I’ve got some suggestions!
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