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 ₹4,939 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
₹4,939
₹5,594 total
25 Jan - 26 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! (864 reviews)
Room was clean, bed comfy and staff very friendly.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

The Lodge at Hocking College
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
Fully refundable
The price is ₹8,097 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹8,097
₹16,449 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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
Worthington of Logan

Worthington of Logan

2.5 out of 5
72 West 2nd Street Logan OH
The price is ₹10,045 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
₹10,045
₹11,375 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Logan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (597 reviews)
Nice rooms. Loved that it had a noise machine for our toddler. The saltwater pool is on the smaller side, but was perfect for our stay. The location is great for the Children's Museum and restaurant next door 58 West is worth checking out. We would definitely stay again.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Worthington of Logan
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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
Cherry Ridge Retreat

Cherry Ridge Retreat

3.5 out of 5
22097 Cherry Ridge Rd New Plymouth OH
Stay at this 3.5-star spa cabin in New Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa.
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Everything was as advertised and excellent

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Cherry Ridge Retreat
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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.

Popular places to visit

Waterloo State Wildlife Management Area

You can take time to visit Waterloo State Wildlife Management Area during your travels to New Marshfield. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Waterloo State Wildlife Management Area

Hooper Park

Explore the great outdoors at Hooper Park, a lovely green space in McArthur. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Hooper Park

Cities near Zaleski State Forest

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!

McArthur

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