It’s the most wonderful time of the year and you need to embrace it.
Here in Ohio, our state park lodges go all out for the holiday season. If you need to get away during the month of December or you’re looking for the perfect place to meet up with family and friends, consider visiting an Ohio State Park lodge for a dinner or overnight stay. With plenty of Christmas trees, festive holiday decor and special events like holiday buffets, the following 10 state park lodges in Ohio are downright magical during the holiday season.
- Deer Creek State Park Lodge and Conference Center (Mount Sterling)
Deer Creek State Park Lodge/Facebook Tucked away in one of Ohio’s lesser-known state parks, you’ll find the Deer Creek State Park Lodge and Conference Center. On site, you’ll find plenty of things to do, including shopping, a championship golf course and fishing. There’s also indoor and outdoor swimming. In the colder months, this lodge is unbelievably cozy.
- The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake (Geneva-on-the-Lake)
The Lodge at Geneva on the Lake/Facebook Nestled along the shores of Lake Erie, you’ll find this picturesque resort that’s beautiful year-round. During the holidays, the lodge lights up both indoors and outdoors with festive decor and Christmas cheer.
- Shawnee State Park Lodge and Conference Center (West Portsmouth)
Shawnee State Park Lodge/Facebook After a day of hiking and enjoying some Ohio nature, you can feast in the dining hall and cozy on up by the fireplace. Bask in the glow of the Christmas lights and relax.
- Punderson Manor Lodge and Conference Center (Newbury)
Punderson Manor State Park Lodge/Facebook About 30 minutes from Cleveland, there’s an underrated state park with a beautiful English Tudor manor that’s a cozy getaway in the winter and a fun place to stay year-round. The winter months are extra special at Punderson Manor. Sledding, snow tubing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are popular winter activities here.
- Salt Fork Lodge and Conference Center (Cambridge)
Salt Fork Lodge and Conference Center/Facebook Salt Fork Lodge and Conference Center features a delicious restaurant with gorgeous views of Salt Fork Lake. After you’ve explored the town’s Dickens Victorian Village, stay here for a hearty meal and spend some time by the fire.
- Mohican State Park Lodge and Conference Center (Perrysville)
Mohican State Park Lodge/Facebook Relax by the fire after a long day of hiking or enjoy some indoor swimming before heading back to your room. With floor to ceiling windows, Bromfield’s Dining Room features stunning views of the surrounding forest and Pleasant Hill Lake.
- Lake Hope Lodge (McArthur)
Lake Hope Lodge/Facebook Vinton County is home to one of Ohio’s most underrated parks, Lake Hope State Park, as well as an incredible dining lodge. You’ll stay warm and cozy inside the lodge by the fireplace and warm-lighted Christmas trees.
- Burr Oak Lodge and Conference Center (Glouster)
Burr Oak Lodge/Facebook This little-know resort overlooks the stunning Burr Oak Lake—and it’s truly the perfect place to get away from it all. On site, you’ll find plenty of things to do, including golf, fishing, swimming, hiking and many other activities. (The lodge features a spacious indoor pool that’s perfect for swimming year-round.) During the holiday season, it’s extra special.
- Maumee Bay State Park Lodge and Conference Center (Oregon)
Maumee Bay State Park Lodge/Facebook This gorgeous Lake Erie lodge makes the perfect getaway year-round. You can book a room or rent a cabin. Shop, hike, swim, dine and more.
- Hueston Woods Lodge and Conference Center (College Center)
Hueston Woods Lodge/Facebook Although outdoor enthusiasts will definitely enjoy a stay at this picturesque lodge, it also makes the perfect, cozy winter retreat. Rent a lodge room or a cabin for an unforgettable weekend away.
Have you ever been to any of these state park lodges before during the holidays? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!
Deer Creek State Park Lodge/Facebook
Tucked away in one of Ohio’s lesser-known state parks, you’ll find the Deer Creek State Park Lodge and Conference Center. On site, you’ll find plenty of things to do, including shopping, a championship golf course and fishing. There’s also indoor and outdoor swimming. In the colder months, this lodge is unbelievably cozy.
The Lodge at Geneva on the Lake/Facebook
Nestled along the shores of Lake Erie, you’ll find this picturesque resort that’s beautiful year-round. During the holidays, the lodge lights up both indoors and outdoors with festive decor and Christmas cheer.
Shawnee State Park Lodge/Facebook
After a day of hiking and enjoying some Ohio nature, you can feast in the dining hall and cozy on up by the fireplace. Bask in the glow of the Christmas lights and relax.
Punderson Manor State Park Lodge/Facebook
About 30 minutes from Cleveland, there’s an underrated state park with a beautiful English Tudor manor that’s a cozy getaway in the winter and a fun place to stay year-round. The winter months are extra special at Punderson Manor. Sledding, snow tubing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are popular winter activities here.
Salt Fork Lodge and Conference Center/Facebook
Salt Fork Lodge and Conference Center features a delicious restaurant with gorgeous views of Salt Fork Lake. After you’ve explored the town’s Dickens Victorian Village, stay here for a hearty meal and spend some time by the fire.
Mohican State Park Lodge/Facebook
Relax by the fire after a long day of hiking or enjoy some indoor swimming before heading back to your room. With floor to ceiling windows, Bromfield’s Dining Room features stunning views of the surrounding forest and Pleasant Hill Lake.
Lake Hope Lodge/Facebook
Vinton County is home to one of Ohio’s most underrated parks, Lake Hope State Park, as well as an incredible dining lodge. You’ll stay warm and cozy inside the lodge by the fireplace and warm-lighted Christmas trees.
Burr Oak Lodge/Facebook
This little-know resort overlooks the stunning Burr Oak Lake—and it’s truly the perfect place to get away from it all. On site, you’ll find plenty of things to do, including golf, fishing, swimming, hiking and many other activities. (The lodge features a spacious indoor pool that’s perfect for swimming year-round.) During the holiday season, it’s extra special.
Maumee Bay State Park Lodge/Facebook
This gorgeous Lake Erie lodge makes the perfect getaway year-round. You can book a room or rent a cabin. Shop, hike, swim, dine and more.
Hueston Woods Lodge/Facebook
Although outdoor enthusiasts will definitely enjoy a stay at this picturesque lodge, it also makes the perfect, cozy winter retreat. Rent a lodge room or a cabin for an unforgettable weekend away.
For more magical places in Ohio to visit this holiday season, check out our previous article: The Hallmark Channel Officially Named Portsmouth, Ohio Its 2019 Hometown Christmas Town.
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Address: Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center, 22300 State Pk Rd 20, Mt Sterling, OH 43143, USAAddress: The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake, 4888 N Broadway, Geneva-On-The-Lake, OH 44041, USAAddress: Shawnee State Park, 4404 OH-125, West Portsmouth, OH 45663, USAAddress: Punderson Manor Lodge & Conference Center, 11755 Kinsman Rd, Newbury Township, OH 44065, USAAddress: Salt Fork State Park Lodge and Conference Center, Rd 3, Cambridge, OH 43725, USAAddress: Mohican State Park, 3116 OH-3, Loudonville, OH 44842, USAAddress: Lake Hope Lodge, 27331 OH-278, McArthur, OH 45651, USAAddress: Burr Oak Lodge & Conference Center, 10660 Burr Oak Lodge Rd, Glouster, OH 45732, USAAddress: Maumee Bay State Park, 1400 State Park Rd, Oregon, OH 43616, USAAddress: Hueston Woods Lodge & Conference Center, 5201 Lodge Rd, College Corner, OH 45003, USA
