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Cabin Camping near Gates Mills, OH
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Cabins near Gates Mills, Ohio range from rustic to fully equipped accommodations, with multiple options within a 30-minute drive. Penitentiary Glen Reservation offers secluded cabin camping with provided firewood and picnic tables. At Woodside Lake Park, cabins include full kitchens and bathrooms, while Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA provides cabin rentals with electricity and nearby shower facilities. Thompson/Grand River Valley KOA Holiday features cabin options with both tent and RV sites throughout their property. A camper wrote, "The Park Model Cabin was sort of a half trailer with a full bathroom and full kitchen. The bed was the only detractor of our trip, as it was mostly springs."
Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited. Big Creek Park maintains rental cabins as part of their county park system, alongside unique accommodations like lean-to structures and even a tree house that can be booked through their website. Pet policies vary by location, with Penitentiary Glen and Woodside Lake Park allowing pets in some cabin units. Headwaters Park offers open lean-to cabins with stone fireplaces, providing lakefront views that make them particularly popular. A recent review noted, "Site G is an open lean to with a stone fireplace facing the inside of the three sided wooden structure...a great setting and therefore books out more readily than other sites."
Visitors should verify what supplies are included with cabin rentals before arrival. Most basic cabins provide beds and furniture but require guests to bring linens, pillows, and toiletries. KOA cabins typically include beds and electricity but share communal bathrooms and showers. Roundup Lake RV Resort provides more fully-equipped options with their Park Model cabins that include bathrooms and kitchen facilities. On-site camp stores at several locations, including Streetsboro KOA and Woodside Lake Park, stock essential items, firewood, and some grocery basics. Water access varies by cabin location, with some properties requiring guests to use communal water sources while others provide running water within the units.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Gates Mills (32)
1. Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA
"We stopped here for a couple nights to go to a Cleveland Guardians game and go to Cuyahoga National Park. It was within great proximity to both and had all the amenities the kids and I love."
"Excellent clean shower and bath houses. Super friendly staff. Nice little store at office for key supplies ...ice, firewood , drinks and snacks. Full hookups. Great reception in cable ."
2. West Branch State Park Campground
"Each campsite in on a leveled cement pad and comes with a fire ring a picnic table. There is plenty of room around your site and you don't feel crowded. Most sites offer nice tree coverage for shade."
"Check in is very easy as you pass the camp store on your way in. All campsites have a fire ring and picnic table. West Branch has private, spacious, shady sites."
from $30 - $52 / night
Check Availability3. Penitentiary Glen Reservation Campsite
"Even with the colder weather it was nice and cozy. Plenty of fire wood provided and a short distance away from the gorge to walk."
"Would have given this site 5 stars but the walk to the site was a bit more of a haul than expected. It was just myself, kids, and pup."
from $25 / night
Check Availability4. Woodside Lake Park
"The swimming pond has inflatables and boat rentals. There’s good fishing, and typically lots of activities. The place is clean and friendly with a pretty good selection at the camp store."
"I really enjoy being my family out to woodside they have great amenities are close to stores just incase you forget anything as one does and the lake they have water sports games kayaking a paddle bike"
5. Roundup Lake RV Resort
"My boyfriend and I rented The Park Model Cabin which was sort of a half trailer with a full bathroom and full kitchen. The bed was the only detractor of our trip, as it was mostly springs."
"We arrived mid-September 2020, so Covid has had it's impact and it's past Labor Day so pools / lakes are likely closed to swimming most years anyway, but given the size and amenities this campground boasts"
from $15 - $45 / night
Check Availability6. Big Creek Park
"Part of a larger county park system, Big Creek Great park has a little bit of everything. Most of the trails are small, well-marked, accessible, and easily walkable for families."
7. Headwaters Park
"Overall me and the kids had a really nice time hanging atbthe site and exploring around the lake. Lots of friendly people too."
"Various watercraft rentals available, but look at availability before you go if that is included in your plans. Park has tent sites as well."
from $10 - $20 / night
Check Availability8. Thompson/Grand River Valley KOA Holiday
"Full hookup, (sewer and Electric) back in, pull through, tent sites, cabins, teepees. Swimming pool, private bathrooms and showers. Fishing lake, swimming lake, trails. Children play areas."
"We got a spot near the entrance that had the doggy play pen. It was a well built structure. I felt good about my dogs being in it. The campground is wonderful. So peaceful and pretty."
9. Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
"We just got back from our first trip to Mosquito Lake State Park Campground. All in all, it was a great experience. We stayed in site 67, which is a waterfront site, with electric."
"There seemed to be water fill stations scattered around the campground for convenience. I was actually able to fill me fresh water tank from one near by."
from $27 - $80 / night
Check Availability10. Findley State Park Campground
"Fishing, canoeing, and kayaking (rentals and bait available too!) are offered on [Findley Lake](https://ohiostateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/findley-state-park/r/campgroundDetails.do?"
"The group sites are away from the main campsites, so you should have plenty of space for your group to set up and enough distance between them to not disturb the peace if you have a large group."
from $29 - $52 / night
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Drive Time
- 19 min from Cleveland, OH
- 31 min from Akron, OH
- 49 min from Canton, OH
- 59 min from Youngstown, OH
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Cabin Reviews near Gates Mills, OH
331 Reviews of 32 Gates Mills Campgrounds
- RRobert L.
TravelerFindley State Park Campground
Quiet and Restful
We arrived in the evening after reserving our spot earlier. We selected a non-electric site that as near the entrance and despite a surprising number of campers on a Wednesday, it was quiet and peaceful.
Very well maintained and a visible presence of security and maintenance personnel who were friendly and helpful.
A very nice way to start our car camping trip.
- KKalee K.
GuidePymatuning State Park Campground
This place is great!!
This place has so much to offer so I’m just going to list them : -Beautiful lakeside camping -clean, spacious and level spots -Boat launch -sandy beach -friendly camp host and park employees -basketball court, sand volleyball court, kids playground and nature center
- clean private family bath/baby changing/shower rooms -Laundry -many popular spots to fish from the shoreline -nice camp store
- firewood for sale Alex, the park manager, even opened up the nature center for us to enjoy. Learn about the local wildlife and kids can enjoy the sensory room and color
- NNathaniel S.Traveler
Woodside Lake Park
Convenient and lots of choices
We stayed in the fall for one night to visit Cuyahoga Valley Park (about 25 minutes away, as is a Costco). Many choices for short term sites. From the many permanent RVs and water slides in the pond, looks like it could be less quiet other times of year and a fun place for kids (we weren’t traveling with any). Staff nice and helpful but showers were old and dirty, probably in part to the high iron in the water (we didn’t hook up water).
- nnancy H.Guide
West Branch State Park Campground
Great overnight close to Ohio Turnpike
We were passing through on a weeknight in mid September. Many open sites. Sites are paved and many are sloped. Most are shaded. Our site #41 was fairly level with electricity. Close to huge bathhouse with flush toilets, showers and laundry. High above the lake with views through the trees. Appeared there were many long term campers but just as good for our short overnight stay. Online registration. $45 for electric only site.
- CChristine B.Scout
Roundup Lake RV Resort
Sites close together
We didn’t engage in the many things to do. We are using it as a base camp to go to a Guardians game, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
On the weekend when it was pretty full, it was tight quarters and this you can hear lots of people. We kinda gave up having a quiet night and went inside the camper. Now it is not the weekend and very few people around. Seasonal are all together, transients grouped together. Did get Hershey’s ice cream at their arcade. - KKalee K.Guide
Mosquito Lake State Park Campground
Relaxing and peaceful
Mosquito Lake gets a bad rap because of its name. We had such a great time launching our kayak from our campsite! I’ve attached a highlighted map marked with the sights on or very close to the water to launch a kayak. Additional kayak launch sites available around the park if you can’t get one of these. It’s great campground if you have kids or a dog. Plenty of great playgrounds and a dog park/dog beach. The camp host was very nice and welcoming. The wash house has laundry and showers. Everything was clean.
Zachary A.GuideHeadwaters Park
Campsite A
Had a nice stay at the Camp Site A tent site, which they label as their ADA Accessible site.
Overall me and the kids had a really nice time hanging atbthe site and exploring around the lake. Lots of friendly people too.
Pros:
- Tent site was generally good with a picnic table and fire pit on-site
- Pull in parking right next to the campsite (which seems to be true for all tents and leantos)
- Great walkable area with lots to explore with the kids
- A few nice things just a 10min drive away like the Eagle Park splash park and playground and the cute Burton town square.
- Tons of birds for all my bird watchers
- Right at the entrance to the tent site area and right next to the restrooms
- Sometimes people bring horses down there for a walk
- Can't see other campers tent from your site (which i like because Im out here to get away from people)
Cons:
- Being right next the restrooms and tent area entrance is a higher traffic area. Didn't bother us much but could get annoying if woken up by a late night driver or door slam
- The stump on the tent site has a snake in it. Didn't bother us at all, only saw it once as it was slithering away, but thought other might like to know.
- Toilet was out of hand sanitizer
FAQ:
- No electic
- No plumbing or showers (it is basically an outhouse)
Peyton L.ScoutClay's Resort Jellystone Park
NO communication and severely lacking customer service skills
I won’t rate the other categories yet but I’ve been upset the whole process trying to plan my trip and the people have made it impossible. I’m constantly unable to get ahold of the park. I keep getting put on the“call back list” when trying to modify a reservation only for NO ONE to ever call back. I finally get ahold of someone after a MONTH… only to have zero customer service skills… they just said“oh we don’t even have a call list” so I ask for another form of communication I can have with me since my trip is in a month and I’ve had these issues for a month… they offer ZERO solutions and are not empathetic either. Another issue was last year I was hospitalized for several months due to an early twin birth so I had to push my trip to the following year… when I FINALLY got ahold of the park last year the women I spoke with trying to manage the rescheduling…was ZERO help surprise surprise… on top of that it took 13 calls and weeks before a manager got back to me…making the window to reschedule or get refunds closer to closing adding stress that you might not get to make your next move how you’d like… anyway…I simply asked for dates that matched the costs that we already paid for the trip so I didn’t have to pay more… I simply asked for it to be within the summer days since my previous reservation was during the summer time with all the extra water park and amenities that close at the end of August. I booked when my kid could use all amenities and there were no hour restrictions either due to still being in season. However the lady couldn’t accommodate or recommend any alternate dates to suite my trip that weren’t several hundred dollars more… now we started out with a trip all paid for last year with all amenities no hour restrictions to a weekend we had to pay more and are restricted hours wise on the summer amenities. As the person doing reservations you should be able to recommend dates and help me plan the trip accordingly to the money spent and not sit on the other end of the phone demanding I just give you dates…. After our trip we will never plan or schedule anything at this park again. Regardless of the amenities… for families traveling far distances you couldn’t make it anymore inconvenient, difficult, and time consuming for simply planning questions or just getting ahold of you in general. No sorrys…. Just a whole lot of…”hmm that’s weird well oh well, next” kind of attitude. Zero solutions just excuses. So that being first impressions not too excited to find out what we are in for when we arrive. Especially reading other reviews about deflated balls so you can’t use the hoops, broken a/c units that the property won’t even handle that their own employees have to give up their own personal comfort cause management won’t?… concession stands trash everywhere… broken hot tubs, WiFi not working in cabins for night time with children is tough…sad that my family’s first camping trip ever hasnt even happened yet and it’s been nothing but a headache to plan because of the staff. Yall make money to make the experience smooth for your consumers but somebody missed the memo.
Guide to Gates Mills
Cabin accommodations near Gates Mills, Ohio consist of a variety of structures from basic shelters to fully equipped units within a 45-minute drive of town. Most properties operate seasonally from April through October, with limited winter availability. The area averages 44 inches of annual rainfall, making proper site drainage an important consideration when selecting cabin locations.
What to do
Lake activities at West Branch State Park: The 2,650-acre lake provides multiple recreation options near cabin rentals. One visitor reports, "We took the inflatable kayaks out on the lake twice and it was so smooth and clear." The park maintains several trails that connect directly to waterfront areas, making it easy to combine hiking and water activities.
Fishing opportunities year-round: Anglers staying in cabins can access stocked ponds at Kool Lakes Family RV Park, where a recent visitor noted, "Our kids age 4 and 8 fished from sun up Saturday to about noon and then sporadically after that throughout the day. That night we hunted large bull frogs." Most cabin locations allow shore fishing with easy access to fishing docks.
Sporting facilities: Multiple campgrounds with cabins provide recreational courts and fields. At Streetsboro-Cleveland SE KOA, amenities include "Swimming (wish it were open a little later…) laundry 24/7, a game room, store with just what we needed to pick up a few things, a pond that seemed to always have someone fishing at it."
What campers like
Lake views and water access: Waterside cabin sites are consistently rated highest. At Headwaters Park, "Site G is a great setting and therefore books out more readily than other sites." Visitors appreciate the direct water access, with one camper adding, "Various watercraft rentals available, but look at availability before you go if that is included in your plans."
Private sites with natural screening: Many cabin areas feature wooded surroundings that provide separation between units. A visitor to Penitentiary Glen Reservation described it as "Cozy and Quiet" and noted "Even with the colder weather it was nice and cozy. Plenty of fire wood provided and a short distance away from the gorge to walk."
Family-friendly atmosphere: Parents frequently mention the welcoming environment at Woodside Lake Park, where "The swimming pond has inflatables and boat rentals. There's good fishing, and typically lots of activities." Another visitor called it the "Best family campground ever!!" adding "they have great amenities are close to stores just incase you forget anything."
What you should know
Seasonal water quality variations: Water systems at some properties can present challenges. A recent visitor to Woodside Lake Park reported, "Old Park With Iron Laden Well Water Beware...I spent hundreds of dollars trying to filter and clean up the water to no avail." Consider bringing additional drinking water if staying in rustic cabins.
Reservation windows: Most cabin rentals require advance booking, with the most popular waterfront units filling 3-6 months ahead. At West Branch State Park, a visitor advised, "Make reservations! (6 months in advance). Waterside sites fill up quickly!"
Weather preparedness: The area experiences frequent rainfall, especially in spring and early summer. A camper noted, "Unfortunately our campsite was under water due the extensive rains recently this past week and spring overall." Pack extra tarps and waterproof containers if staying in open-sided structures.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly water features: Several properties offer supervised swimming areas with added attractions. One parent at Woodside Lake Park appreciated that "The swimming pond has inflatables and boat rentals" which kept children entertained throughout their stay.
Playground access: Many cabin areas include dedicated play spaces. According to a visitor to Mosquito Lake State Park, "Beach was great and there an epic playground for kids. If your kids are 8 and under they'll love the nature playground and nets provided to catch critters."
Wildlife opportunities: Kids particularly enjoy the natural encounters available near cabin areas. At Kool Lakes, one family "hunted large bull frogs" in the evening after a day of fishing. The gentle terrain around most cabin sites makes wildlife viewing accessible even for younger children.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling considerations: Many cabin areas are built on similar terrain as RV sites, which can present challenges. A visitor to West Branch State Park warned, "Our site was labeled slight slope. That was a joke. We were only off 2 inches side to side but front to back we had to lower the front 15 inches."
Proximity to urban services: Cabin rentals in this region offer convenient access to supplies. At Thompson/Grand River Valley KOA Holiday, visitors appreciate the "pull through lots, with patios. 50. 30. Full hookup" and amenities similar to those available to RV campers, making it easy to combine cabin stays with RV travel.
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