Cabins near Hilliard, Ohio range from rustic accommodations to fully equipped cottages with differing amenities based on location and pricing. Most cabin rentals in the region sit within 15-30 miles of Hilliard, accessible via I-270 and I-71 corridors. Seasonal availability varies significantly, with Delaware State Park's yurts operating May through October while some private resorts offer year-round cabin options.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Alum Creek State Park offers multiple fishing locations within the campground area. "There is a campground beach and boat launch. Lost of hiking paths in the campground and in the park area. A great dog park with lake entrance for the pups," notes one camper.
Shooting sports: Cardinal Center Campground features comprehensive shooting facilities. According to a visitor, "We have visited the Cardinal Center several times for shooting and waterfowl events... They have a nice indoor pool and shower rooms attached."
Water recreation: Buck Creek State Park Campground provides multiple swimming options. "There are two swimming beaches, the public one and one in the campground. The campground one is smaller a short hike to get to it," explains a reviewer.
Hiking trails: Delaware State Park contains several interconnected paths. "What I liked most about this park is that there hunting areas," mentions one visitor while another adds, "There are nice trails to walk and the bathrooms are the best I've seen at a campground."
What campers like
Private campsites: Delaware State Park Campground offers secluded spaces. "This is probably our favourite state park we have been to thus far... The best thing about this campground is the fact that all the sites have privacy," writes one camper.
Family-oriented activities: Lazy River at Granville specializes in programming for children. "We went with a group of 12 couples and 23 kids. There was something for everyone. At the top of our list of favorites!" reports one visitor.
Convenient cabin layouts: Cross Creek Camping Resort provides well-designed cabins. "Nice grass for your tent and plenty of shade. Sites are spaced fairly well but fully open to each other," mentions a recent visitor.
Heated facilities: Cardinal Center Campground maintains indoor amenities for year-round use. "We have visited the Cardinal Center several times for shooting and waterfowl events but did camp there for the first time over Thanksgiving... They have a nice indoor pool and shower rooms attached."
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most cabin facilities require advance booking, especially during peak seasons. At Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA, "We arrived after the office closed, but there was a packet waiting for us at the night check-in site."
Bathroom condition variability: Facilities differ significantly between campgrounds. "The bathrooms were very clean and the folks at the camp store were very helpful. I will say that my friend that took a shower was frustrated as one shower was scalding hot and the other was cold," notes one KOA visitor.
Campsite leveling: Cardinal Center Campground has mostly level sites. "Our site was on a cul de sac and was close to the pool. The sites and road were gravel," reports a camper.
Seasonal availability: Delaware State Park Campground operates year-round with different amenities available seasonally. "The campground also has yurts for rent (May through October) that are furnished with beds, table and chairs, a cooler, ceiling fan, outdoor charcoal grill and a picnic table with canopy."
Tips for camping with families
Cabin selection criteria: Choose sites based on proximity to bathrooms and activities. At Jackson Lake Park, "We appreciated the full hook-ups and pull through site. The staff came through every morning to pick up the trash."
Weather contingency plans: Several campgrounds offer indoor options during storms. At Lazy River at Granville, "There was a huge thunderstorm one of the nights, where we initially retreated to our vans; but then decided to drive up to the store and got ice cream... And they let all the tent dwellers use the game room to relax in and ride out the worst of the storm."
Activity scheduling: Weekend programming often includes structured events. Cross Creek Camping Resort visitor noted, "They also have themed-event weekends, which are really fun!"
Cabin supplies checklist: Jackson Lake Park cabins have specific inclusions and exclusions. "For $175, it was a basic cabin with a queen bed and 2 twin bunk-beds, a very small bathroom with a toilet and shower, and a small kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and mini-fridge. The cabin was somewhat dirty - dust on the floor and spider webs in the corner. It had no bed linens, or towels, and the bathroom didn't even have a mirror."
Tips from RVers
Site selection priorities: Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA offers varying site qualities. "Clean and well maintained sites. Overall a nice place to rest for the night," reports a visitor.
Utility connection specifications: At Cardinal Center Campground, "Our site had ful hook-ups 50 amp service with sewer and water picnic table and fire ring for $44 a night. All of the people next to us were very nice and everyone respected each other's sites."
Seasonal considerations: Buck Creek State Park manages weather impacts on sites. "Be careful with rainy weather, some sites have flooded in poor weather," warns a visitor to a similar campground.
Facility access timing: Camp stores and amenities often have limited hours. "Shower time was usually before bed time with two little ones as they would get dirty playing during the day. Since the camp store closes at 8 PM she would just use the standard shower with her kiddos."
