Zaleski State Forest Travel Guide

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Hope Lake State Park has a surprising amount of fantastic single track mountain biking! Multiple trails that go for miles through the deep woods, across streams, up and down hills.
Hope Lake State Park has a surprising amount of fantastic single track mountain biking! Multiple trails that go for miles through the deep woods, across streams, up and down hills.
The beautiful view overlooking Lake Hope, the namesake of the 2,983-acre Lake Hope State Park. The park lies entirely within the 26,824-acre Zaleski State Forest.

The park provides opportunities for #hiking, swimming, fishing, camping, photography, dining, and general R&R.

The park even has a really cool summer program where you can feed hummingbirds from your hand! You hold a vial of sugar water at arm's length and from out of nowhere the hummingbirds start appearing! If you're steady and patient, they'll begin to feed right in front of you!
Great backpacking spot
The Pride of the Pit from the dining lodge inside Lake Hope State Park!

Hickory smoked beef brisket, pulled pork and maple glazed smoked Ohio turkey rounded out with a vegetable medley (cabbage, squash, carrots and zucchini) and three cheese au gratin potatoes.

Great view of Lake Hope and the surrounding forest and #delicious food!
Ohio University Inn & Conference Center

Ohio University Inn & Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
331 Richland Ave Athens OH
The price is Rp1.818.479 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
Rp1.818.479
Rp2.059.428 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Athens. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Always clean and great friendly staff

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Ohio University Inn & Conference Center
The Lodge at Hocking College

The Lodge at Hocking College

2.5 out of 5
15770 OH-691 Nelsonville OH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp995.188 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
Rp995.188
Rp1.127.042 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nelsonville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (873 reviews)
Room was spotless. Check in is so smooth. The staff equipped me with extra blankets since my husband keeps the room cold. I love this place.

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

The Lodge at Hocking College
Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
38490 Todd Rd Nelsonville OH
The price is Rp1.491.106 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
Rp1.491.106
Rp3.029.165 total
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cabin in Nelsonville. Enjoy free parking, a picnic area and patios. Popular attractions Nelsonville Brick Park and Robbins Crossing Historical Village ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (104 reviews)
This little cabin was exceptional!!!! Super cozy! The high was only in the 20’s and we stayed nice and warm! Absolutely loved the large windows to lay in bed and look out! Our French Bulldog had a blast, they had him water dishes, and he loved the windows also!!!! They think of everything, we had ...

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
38490 Todd Rd Nelsonville OH
Stay at this cabin in Nelsonville. Enjoy free parking, a picnic area and patios. Popular attractions Nelsonville Brick Park and Robbins Crossing Historical Village ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (104 reviews)
This little cabin was exceptional!!!! Super cozy! The high was only in the 20’s and we stayed nice and warm! Absolutely loved the large windows to lay in bed and look out! Our French Bulldog had a blast, they had him water dishes, and he loved the windows also!!!! They think of everything, we had ...

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Postcard Cabins Hocking Hills, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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