Best Cabin Camping near Dayton, OH

Cabin camping around Dayton comes with a few good rental options within a short drive. Natural Springs Resort - RV Park, about 31 miles from the city, has cabins that include beds, kitchens, and private bathrooms. Their cabins mix country style with practical comforts like heating and AC that work year-round. If you want something closer to town, Dayton KOA Holiday sits just 10 miles away and rents furnished cabins with nice views of the surrounding landscape. Both places put you close to hiking trails and fishing spots for when you want to head outdoors. The cabins book up during busy seasons, so check their rental rules and availability before planning your trip. You won't have trouble getting to either campground as the roads are in good shape all the way to the sites. These cabins work well whether you're planning a summer trip or looking for a place to stay during the colder months.

Best Cabin Sites Near Dayton, Ohio (31)

    1. Dayton KOA Holiday

    21 Reviews
    Brookville, OH
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 833-3888

    "We stayed in a small cabin with a swing on the porch but there are many lodging choices. A stream ran behind the cabin. It has a pool and lots of kids activities."

    "There are cabins, campsites in trees, campsites that aren’t. There’s a nice Mixture of available sites. All the employees are very nice and helpful. They really work hard to maintain the site."

    2. Wright-Patterson FamCamp

    2 Reviews
    Medway, OH
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 271-2535

    "If you are retired or active duty military, you have access to recreation sites maintained adjacent to many bases."

    "Has a nice size dog park."

    3. Buck Creek State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Clarence J. Brown Dam and Reservoir, OH
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 322-5284

    $23 - $35 / night

    "A well manicured campground just outside Dayton, easy to get to, back in pavement site with 30A electric, picnic table and fire pit. Plenty of potable water spigots around, just not at the site."

    "We booked a last minute 4th of July weekend and found site 48 available. It had a pretty level pad, lots of green space and a tree for shade."

    4. Lebanon-Cincinnati NE KOA

    10 Reviews
    Lebanon, OH
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 932-7717

    "The adorable cabin fulfilled my tiny home dreams and camping craving! The cozy cabin had a queen bed, twin bunks and a sofa that made out to a full size sleeper."

    "This KOA sets the bar for the Ohio locations we have visited. The bathrooms are amazing and private. The tent site we had was huge and there were actually trees for our suspended tent and hammocks."

    5. Olive Branch Campground

    13 Reviews
    Oregonia, OH
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 932-2267

    $47 - $75 / night

    "Sites are level side to side on average with pull thru and back-in sites available. Reasonable space between. A lot of green space in common areas for play space for kids and adults alike."

    "This campground is shady, quiet with plenty to do in the surrounding area. There is a pool, laundry room and large field with a playground and basketball court."

    6. Cowan Lake State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Wilmington, OH
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 382-1096

    "Clerk told us to book online once we picked our spot, as she had just closed the register. We just chose an open spot that was level as we could see in the dark."

    "The boat ramp and parking lot is easy to use and has a good layout.  They do have some tent sites close to the boat ramp area and you can see the lake from those tent sites. "

    7. Kiser Lake State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Fletcher, OH
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 362-3822

    "This park is know for the lake that is kayak and canoe friendly since it doesn’t allow any kind of boat with a motor. It also features a beach , 2 playgrounds and several hiking trails."

    "I may be biased, with it being close to home, but they have a lot for the kids to do. Beach, volleyball net, playground. Plenty of water locations. For me the bathrooms are unusable."

    8. Mound Ridge

    2 Reviews
    Arkansas River - Pool 5, OH
    22 miles

    "This is the Campground for Caesar Creek State Park. Excellent facilities. Clean bathrooms with showers. New electrical posts."

    9. Natural Springs Resort - RV Park, Campground and Recreation Destination

    12 Reviews
    Richmond, OH
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (937) 437-5771

    "Water and electric only hook ups, primitive RV and tent sites. Some sites are shaded, most of them seem to be year round rented. Most sites not shaded and small."

    "Easy going fishing spots a pool, weekend activities and even a small camp store with grill/ice cream inside. Polite staff, family feel lots of play grounds!"

    10. Stonelick State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Goshen, OH
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (513) 625-6593

    "Rentals are available for kayaks and bikes. Nice playgrounds, trails, and even an outdoor movie.  One of my favorite places."

    "Our spot was right next to a small Pollinator trail that lead to the water. My little ones had a blast riding their scooters around the round about. The restrooms are a quick walk and very clean."

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Cabin Reviews near Dayton, OH

266 Reviews of 31 Dayton Campgrounds


  • Becky C.
    Jul. 14, 2019

    Lebanon-Cincinnati NE KOA

    Cozy cabin cured my camping craving!

    The adorable cabin fulfilled my tiny home dreams and camping craving! The cozy cabin had a queen bed, twin bunks and a sofa that made out to a full size sleeper. Kitchen included a fridge, sink and single cup coffee maker. Coffee k cups were provided in a few different varieties as well as sugar and creamer packs. Bathroom had tub/shower, clothesline to dry swim suits or hand-washed clothes, toilet, sand sink vanity. Bedding and towels were provided and were crisp, clean white. WiFi was a bonus and although it wasn’t the fastest it was very useful when looking up nearby activities. Our cabin had a grill, an outdoor table with four chairs, a swing and a fire pit which we enjoyed our last night there. Staff was friendly and helpful. There were laundry facilities within the park and lots of activities but we didn’t take advantage of any of that during our brief stay. Overall, we were very pleased and would gladly stay again!

  • John M.
    Jul. 29, 2018

    Governor Bebb MetroPark Campground

    Roughing it by a creek and a pioneer village

    Basic car tent camping at several spots along a creek wIth picnic tables and fire rings (no hookups, portolet toilets, no showers.) There is a rustic scout cabin/group lodge reservable for scout, etc. groups. The park features a pioneer village with log cabins, including a blacksmith forge, etc. that have been moved to the site.

  • Anne H.
    May. 22, 2018

    Winton Woods Campground

    Love this campground for a weekend rendezvous!

    Winton Woods campground has spacious paved RV spaces with full hook-ups, fire ring, and picnic table. They also have cabin and tent camping. The location is located on the lake with access to put in a kayak or canoe. The bathrooms are clean, with private combined shower/dressing stalls. There is a playground for children, and a camp store that sells firewood and supplies. I love the tall pines on the property. They made me feel like I was out west. The campground is also near paved and unpaved trails in the park that surround more of the lake which allows for walking/running/hiking and bicycling, fishing, small craft boating, with small craft boat rentals available at the marina. The park also allows for horseback riding, and a small water park for children in the summer.

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 4, 2017

    Winton Woods Campground

    Great county park in a beautiful setting!

    This is a great county park! It has a nice “campground” feel set in a large pine trees and wide sites but has 50-amp full hook-up sites. The campground is set in Winton Woods County Park which is about 20 minutes from downtown Cincinnati.

    There are 123 campsites including RV sites, tent pads, and camping cabins. Most RV sites are back-in but there are 12 pull-thru sites. There is a myriad of sites here from 50-amp full hook-up with paved pads and patios to 30-amp gravel sites. Sites have fire pits, picnic tables. Campsites in the front section (1F – 25F and 1R – 12R) are big rig-friendly with paved roads wide enough to easily maneuver. All utilities worked accordingly and were well-placed in the site. Our 4G Verizon phone got good reception and we were able to get plenty of antenna television channels. The online reservation system is easy to use and gives you an array of sites/cabins to choose from. Be aware that lots of people use this park on the weekends so it can get quiet busy.

    There are lots of amenities at this park. Within walking distance of the campground is Winton Woods Lake which has a harbor with boathouse, snack bar, boat rentals and playgrounds. There are miles of paved and rustic hiking trails. There is a camp store, dump station, laundry, restrooms/shower house, boat/kayak launch, and fishing access. Located in the park is a golf course and horseback riding center.

    You are within a few miles of everything … grocery, gas/diesel, restaurants, and plenty of shopping. The park is close to I-275 and I-75 making for easy access to major interstates. One place you should not miss is Jungle Jims international grocery and market. This totally eclectic, sprawling "grocery store" has so much to offer. They pride themselves on providing unique foods from all over the world. I could spend hours in this store perusing the isles of which are sectioned off into country and region. There are entire sections on Indian foods, wines, cheeses that you have never heard of, and tanks with live fish ready for the filleting. Also within close proximity is Greaters -one of the country's best ice cream shops (according to Food and Wine). Just down the street is a new person favorite sandwich shop called Izzy's which is famous for their corned beef and delicious potato pancakes.

    Loved this park because you have a very nice campsite with 50-amp full hook-up site with lots to do in the area. Our site was level and the roads were easy to navigate in our motorhome. The paved trail around the lake was great for walking/jogging and perfect for launching our kayaks.

    We would definitely stay here again.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 24, 2022

    Cowan Lake State Park Campground

    Just plain nice

    Although it’s quite a bit off the main road, it was a nice place to stay. Gate was manned when we arrived just before 8:00 pm. Clerk told us to book online once we picked our spot, as she had just closed the register. We just chose an open spot that was level as we could see in the dark. Weary from a day of travel, we put our heads on the pillow and were fast asleep. Shortly after 9 we heard several rounds of gun shots; that was alarming because it was well after sunset. All in all it was a nice spot with electric only. Several gray water dumps were situated throughout the campground. Dumpsters were full from I’m sure what was a busy weekend of fall camping. The lake was beautiful with ability to rent kayaks. Frisbee golf was onsite too. Commissary for ice and basic sundries, with playground nearby. We didn’t visit the bathhouse, so I’m unsure of it’s condition. Tenant sites with no electricity were down by the lake. Cabin rentals were in a separate spot, off the lake. All in all, in was a nice place with lots of things to do. More of a destination park, for sure.

  • Melissa B.
    Jul. 18, 2018

    Dayton KOA Holiday

    Beautiful setting, lots of trees and a steam that runs through it.

    We stayed in a small cabin with a swing on the porch but there are many lodging choices. A stream ran behind the cabin. It has a pool and lots of kids activities. Gravel roads aren’t great for small kids learning to ride bikes but ok for older kids and adults.

  • C
    Apr. 26, 2021

    Buck Creek State Park Campground

    Great quiet site

    A well manicured campground just outside Dayton, easy to get to, back in pavement site with 30A electric, picnic table and fire pit. Plenty of potable water spigots around, just not at the site. Dump station near the entrance of the campground. Walking trails along the lake well cared for. Plenty of activity with playground and an outdoor theater. Plenty of water-front pebble beach for enjoyment in the summer. Close to the campground is the marina with a restaurant , but won’t open til Memorial Day.

    Addendum: July 2021 - was speaking with a number of people who have been here and they suggest not going during the summer. There is a large influx of rowdy locals who don't quite respect the peace and quiet many of us like.

  • Andrea F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 17, 2021

    Kiser Lake State Park Campground

    Quiet Park

    This park is know for the lake that is kayak and canoe friendly since it doesn’t allow any kind of boat with a motor. It also features a beach , 2 playgrounds and several hiking trails. Just be careful if you hike with dogs since some trails intersect with a nature preserve which doesn’t allow pets.

    The campground itself has 20 electric sites , 56 primitive sites and 4 camper cabins. All the electric sites are pull through and all sites have a fire pit but only the electric sites come with picnic tables.

    Due to off season and COVID the camp store is closed and there is no camper host or park office staff around.

    We did notice lots of downed trees on the poorly marked hiking trails. Some trails just started but no maps were around and no trails were blazed. It was hard to tell where we were headed or how long a trail was. I tried using the new Detour app and it wasn’t very accurate for this park.

    We did have good Verizon cell coverage.

  • kelly N.
    Apr. 7, 2022

    Dayton KOA Holiday

    Nice KOA

    A nice KOA, with fire pit areas and picnic areas. Each state has a picnic table and the gravel site that we had was level. There is a group yurt for rent a nice little store, and quite a few cabins as well as gazebos and other gathering areas. Wi-fi is horrible even with a booster and sketchy over the air channels.


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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best cabin rental options near Dayton, Ohio?

The Dayton KOA Holiday offers an excellent variety of cabin accommodations, including small cabins with front porches and swings. The property features a stream running behind some cabins, making for a peaceful setting. Another top option is Lebanon-Cincinnati NE KOA, which provides adorable cozy cabins with sleeping arrangements for multiple people. Their cabins include queen beds, twin bunks, and sofa sleepers, plus kitchen amenities like refrigerators, sinks, and single-cup coffee makers with complimentary K-cups. Both locations are family-friendly with activities for children and make great bases for exploring the Dayton region.

Are there any lakeside cabin camping options in the Dayton area?

Winton Woods Campground offers cabin camping with excellent lake access. The campground is situated on a lake where you can easily launch kayaks or canoes for water recreation. For another lakeside option, Kiser Lake State Park Campground is known for its motor-free lake that's perfect for paddling enthusiasts. The park features cabin accommodations along with a beach area, playgrounds, and hiking trails that provide scenic views of the water. Both locations offer the peaceful lakeside cabin experience many campers seek while still being accessible from the Dayton area.

How much do cabin rentals cost in the Dayton, Ohio area?

Cabin rental prices near Dayton vary based on size, amenities, and season. At Governor Bebb MetroPark Campground, rustic scout cabins and group lodges are available at budget-friendly rates for organized groups. For more modern accommodations, Whitewater Memorial State Park Campground offers cabins at mid-range prices with convenient access to lake recreation and beach areas. Generally, basic cabins without plumbing start around $50-70 per night, while deluxe cabins with bathrooms and kitchenettes typically range from $90-150 nightly. Many parks offer discounted weekday and off-season rates, with potential price increases on holidays and summer weekends.

What amenities are available at campgrounds with cabins near Dayton?

Cabin campgrounds near Dayton offer diverse amenities to enhance your stay. Buck Creek State Park Campground provides well-maintained trails along the lake, potable water spigots, and a dump station. The park is beautifully manicured with paved sites featuring electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire pits. At Cowan Lake State Park Campground, cabin campers enjoy access to the lake for recreation, staffed entrance gates for security, and online booking options. Many cabin facilities in the region typically include beds with mattresses, basic furniture, electricity, and outdoor picnic areas, though specific amenities vary by location and cabin type.