Zaleski State Forest Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hope Lake State Park has a surprising amount of fantastic single track mountain biking! Multiple trails that go for miles through the deep woods, across streams, up and down hills.
Hope Lake State Park has a surprising amount of fantastic single track mountain biking! Multiple trails that go for miles through the deep woods, across streams, up and down hills.
The beautiful view overlooking Lake Hope, the namesake of the 2,983-acre Lake Hope State Park. The park lies entirely within the 26,824-acre Zaleski State Forest.

The park provides opportunities for #hiking, swimming, fishing, camping, photography, dining, and general R&R.

The park even has a really cool summer program where you can feed hummingbirds from your hand! You hold a vial of sugar water at arm's length and from out of nowhere the hummingbirds start appearing! If you're steady and patient, they'll begin to feed right in front of you!
Great backpacking spot
The Pride of the Pit from the dining lodge inside Lake Hope State Park!

Hickory smoked beef brisket, pulled pork and maple glazed smoked Ohio turkey rounded out with a vegetable medley (cabbage, squash, carrots and zucchini) and three cheese au gratin potatoes.

Great view of Lake Hope and the surrounding forest and #delicious food!
The Lodge at Hocking College

The Lodge at Hocking College

2.5 out of 5
15770 OH-691 Nelsonville OH
The price is NZ$108 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
NZ$108
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nelsonville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (859 reviews)
Clean and cozy

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

The Lodge at Hocking College
The Hemlock Treehouse | Hocking Hills

The Hemlock Treehouse | Hocking Hills

South Bloomingville Ohio
The price is NZ$649 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
NZ$649
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cabin in South Bloomingville. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffee maker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Hocking Hills State Park and Blue ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Amazing vibe! Fantastic amenities with the hot tub and fire pit and many seating areas! Great cleaning crew - it was spic and span inside! Highly recommend a stay at any of their treehouses!

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

The Hemlock Treehouse | Hocking Hills
Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
38490 Todd Rd Nelsonville OH
The price is NZ$312 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
NZ$312
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cabin in Nelsonville. Enjoy free parking, a picnic area and patios. Popular attractions Nelsonville Brick Park and Robbins Crossing Historical Village ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)
This little cabin was exceptional!!!! Super cozy! The high was only in the 20’s and we stayed nice and warm! Absolutely loved the large windows to lay in bed and look out! Our French Bulldog had a blast, they had him water dishes, and he loved the windows also!!!! They think of everything, we had ...

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Toasted Marshmallow (w/fast internet) & baby goats! Farm 20 min to Hocking Hills

Toasted Marshmallow (w/fast internet) & baby goats! Farm 20 min to Hocking Hills

McArthur OH
Stay at this cottage in McArthur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Hooper Park and Lake Hope State Park are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
Cottage was cozy and exactly as described. We enjoyed our stay and made use of the hot tub.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Toasted Marshmallow (w/fast internet) & baby goats! Farm 20 min to Hocking Hills
Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
38490 Todd Rd Nelsonville OH
Stay at this cabin in Nelsonville. Enjoy free parking, a picnic area and patios. Popular attractions Nelsonville Brick Park and Robbins Crossing Historical Village ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)
This little cabin was exceptional!!!! Super cozy! The high was only in the 20’s and we stayed nice and warm! Absolutely loved the large windows to lay in bed and look out! Our French Bulldog had a blast, they had him water dishes, and he loved the windows also!!!! They think of everything, we had ...

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
The Hemlock Treehouse | Hocking Hills

The Hemlock Treehouse | Hocking Hills

South Bloomingville Ohio
Stay at this cabin in South Bloomingville. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffee maker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Hocking Hills State Park and Blue ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Amazing vibe! Fantastic amenities with the hot tub and fire pit and many seating areas! Great cleaning crew - it was spic and span inside! Highly recommend a stay at any of their treehouses!

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

The Hemlock Treehouse | Hocking Hills
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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