Several cabin camping options exist near Reynoldsburg, Ohio, situated in the eastern suburbs of Columbus. The area features low rolling hills with elevations ranging from 850-950 feet above sea level, with multiple lakes and reservoirs within a 30-minute drive. Most cabin accommodations remain open from April through October, though some locations offer year-round availability with heating systems.
What to do
Water recreation at Delaware State Park: The 1,300-acre reservoir provides numerous options for boating, fishing, and swimming less than 40 minutes from Reynoldsburg. "There is a campground beach and boat launch. Lots of hiking paths in the campground and in the park area. A great dog park with lake entrance for the pups," notes Jill B. about Delaware State Park Campground.
Beach activities at Alum Creek: The nearby lake offers swimming with a designated beach area within minutes of several cabin sites. "We had an absolute blast at the campsite! We stayed in L and the kids loved being close to the water. The campground beach is an absolute must," shares Jenny C. from Alum Creek State Park Campground.
Arcade and entertainment at Jackson Lake Park: Indoor recreation options supplement outdoor activities for rainy days or evening entertainment. "I was pretty impressed with the park. Lots of fun for kids with the swimming pond and arcade," mentions Jess N. from Jackson Lake Park.
What campers like
Privacy between cabins at Alum Creek: Sites are designed with natural buffers between accommodations. "The camp sites are spacious and private, surrounded by trees and brush. Beautiful walking trails," states Catherine from Alum Creek State Park Campground.
Family shower accommodations at Buckeye Lake KOA: Special facilities designed for families with small children. "The bathrooms were very clean and the folks at the camp store were very helpful. They have a Family Shower as you have to get the key from the store," explains a Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA visitor.
Well-maintained facilities at Cross Creek: Campers appreciate the consistent upkeep of amenities. "Clean and well maintained sites. We arrived after the office closed, but there was a packet waiting for us at the night check-in site," reports Eric H. about Cross Creek Camping Resort.
What you should know
Bathroom accessibility varies significantly: Some cabin areas have limited facilities or long walks to restrooms. "My #1 complaint was the bathroom situation. They were VERY far from the camp area and the bathrooms they did have only typically had one working stall," warns Jess N. about Jackson Lake Park.
Seasonal restrictions on pool facilities: Many cabin locations close swimming facilities earlier than expected. "Been pretty peaceful Tues/Weds. The only real noise has been them power washing the now closed pool for the season," mentions Gary G. about Sunbury/Columbus North KOA.
Food preparation limitations: Most cabins restrict cooking to outdoor areas only. "Due to health code rules you have to cook and do food prep outside of the cabin," explains a Buckeye Lake-Columbus East KOA guest.
Tips for camping with families
Book areas away from recreation zones: Select cabin locations based on noise considerations. "We probably wouldn't select site 20 again, as it is close to the pool and the basketball court, a lot of youth noise," advises Scott W. about Lazy River at Granville.
Visit during weekdays when possible: Campgrounds near Reynoldsburg experience significant weekend crowding. "It's a RV resort, so sites are right next to each other, but the grounds and facilities are clean and well-kept. They also have themed-event weekends, which are really fun!" shares Catherine about Cross Creek Camping Resort.
Pack extra supplies for shared facilities: Cabin camping often requires more planning than hotel stays. "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," notes Theresa P. about Jackson Lake Park.
Tips from RVers
Look for cabin accessibility information: Many locations have cabins situated far from parking areas. "Pay attention to 'walk in' sites. It's more like 'hike a half mile with your gear' sites! All in all we had a blast and a good laugh about our trek with all our stuff!!" advises Amanda P. about Hocking Hills State Park Campground.
Consider water hookup design: Some facilities have unusual connection configurations. "The water hook ups were accessible through a hole/pipe and we had to 'fish' down to connect our hose," explains Chris C. about a stay at Campbell Cove Camping.
Verify Wi-Fi reliability: Internet access varies dramatically between properties. "Wi-Fi (2.4 and 5G) seems good throughout the entire park. Best Wi-Fi I've ever had at a campground. They have Wi-Fi repeater towers everywhere you look," shares a camper about Sunbury/Columbus North KOA.
