Cabins near Millfield, Ohio dot the forested landscape where Athens and Hocking counties meet. This region averages 42 inches of annual rainfall with summer temperatures typically reaching the mid-80s. Winter visitors to cabin rentals in the area should prepare for overnight lows that frequently drop below freezing from December through February, with several snowy periods each season.
What to do
Waterfront activities: Lake Snowden offers paddling opportunities with boat rentals available during summer months. "Lots of available places to tent camp or park an RV! There's a nice little beach area along the lake. During the summer they set up large inflatable slides and create a makeshift lake waterpark!" notes a visitor to Lake Snowden Campground.
Trail exploration: Multiple hiking options exist within short drives from Millfield cabin rentals. "The hiking trails are nice but very muddy after the rain. Lots of geocasches in the area on the trails in Wayne national forest," explains a camper who stayed at Burr Oak State Park Campground. Some trails connect directly to area cabins while others require short drives.
Off-season exploration: Winter visitors find quieter conditions and different recreational options. One reviewer at Burr Oak State Park noted, "We actually stayed at the lodge and it was lovely. We would hike around during the day and swim inside as it was before spring. Lots of great trails."
What campers like
Lake access: Many cabins provide direct water access for fishing or paddling. At Campbell Cove Camping, one visitor reported, "Our favorite place to camp. Kayaking on the lake is amazing and hiking is abundant. Beautiful sunset view." Sites with lake views tend to book first during peak season.
Cabin seclusion: For those seeking privacy, Benton's on the Baileys offers more isolated accommodations. "Excellent campground that is tucked out of the way. You have to walk to the site, up a steep hill, but it is very private and quiet," explains a recent guest. Cabins here provide greater separation from neighboring sites.
Forest immersion: Many cabins sit under mature hardwood canopy providing natural shade. "Lake Hope State Park is the unsung hero of Logan county, Ohio. Hocking Hills State Park gets the crowds because of its amenities and closer proximity to Old Man's Cave... but trails are superb...tall canopies, fern ground cover, a wild assortment of fungi and wildlife at every turn," explains one camper at Lake Hope State Park Campground.
What you should know
Primitive options: Some cabins lack standard utilities. A visitor to Strouds Run State Park Campground explained, "This is an extremely primitive place that is not run by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. It is run by the same woman who runs the boat rentals at several other state parks in SE Ohio."
Maintenance variations: Cabin conditions vary significantly between locations and seasons. One camper noted about Strouds Run cabins: "The cabins are supposed to have solar lighting. There is a handwritten sign saying the lights don't work taped to the light switch."
Reservation planning: Some facilities require advance booking while others follow different systems. "Sites are only rented in person once you arrive, they have clear instructions at the entrance," notes another Strouds Run visitor. Peak season for cabin rentals typically runs May through October with fall color weekends booking fastest.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Camps with structured programming provide additional entertainment options. "The rangers and naturalists have many activities going on and are very knowledgeable," noted a visitor at Hocking Hills State Park Campground. Many naturalist programs run weekends from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Swimming options: Several locations feature dedicated swimming areas for children. A Campbell Cove visitor shared, "There is a great playground for kids and a swimming hole. The bathrooms are so clean. You can kayak on the lake and they do have rentals."
Cabin selection: Consider proximity to restrooms when booking with young children. "Make sure to pay attention to 'walk-in' sites. It's more like 'hike a half mile with your gear' sites!" warns a Hocking Hills State Park Campground visitor. Some cabin locations require significant walks to reach bathroom facilities.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Not all cabins accommodate larger vehicles. "Sites are very small and very unlevel, had to raise back of camper and put front about a 1/4" off ground to get close to level," reports a Lake Snowden visitor. Larger RVs should verify site dimensions before booking.
Utility connections: Full hookup availability varies significantly between locations. A visitor to Hocking Hills KOA Holiday noted, "From primitive tent sites tucked back in the woods to large RV sites with water/sewer/electric/cable hookups. We are first-time owners of a 29 ft Fifth Wheel and got a pull-through site."
Connectivity considerations: Cell service ranges from excellent to nonexistent. "Very poor Verizon coverage but the Wi-Fi on site worked fine," explains a Hocking Hills KOA Holiday visitor. Areas with reliable connectivity should be confirmed in advance for those requiring internet access.
