Where to Stay
Burr Oak is tucked into the hills of southeast Ohio, well away from the usual tourist corridors. That's part of the appeal, but it also means lodging is limited. Book early, especially if you want to stay at the lake.
At the Lake
- Burr Oak State Park Lodge & Cabins
Lodge rooms and 30 cabins, all located at start/finish of the marathon and the finish of the half marathon. There's a restaurant and indoor pool on site. Call the reservation line and ask for the Bobcat Marathon room block to get the special race discount (you can’t get the discount by booking online). Two night stay required. The lodge will sell out on race weekend.
stayburroak.com · 740-767-2112
- Burr Oak State Park Campground
Tent/RV campsites, Sherman Cabins. Managed by Ohio Dept. of National Resources.
campground website · 866-644-6727
- Burr Oak Cabin Rental
Privately owned cabins near Dock 2, a few minutes from the lodge.
burroakcabinrental.com · 740-591-3883
- Burr Oak Cabin
A secluded 2-bedroom cabin. View on Airbnb
- Burr Oak Getaways
Private cabins near the lake, plus kayak, canoe and pontoon rentals.
burroakgetaways.com · 740-331-1198
Athens (about 30 minutes)
Athens has the most rooms in the area, with restaurants and shops within walking distance of several hotels. Rooms fill quickly on Ohio University event weekends, so book early.
- Ohio University Inn: ouinn.com
- Athens Central Hotel: athenscentralhotel.com
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott: marriott.com
- Hampton Inn Athens: hilton.com
- Deer Ridge Bed & Breakfast: deerridgebedandbreakfast.com, a wooded B&B about 10 minutes south of town
- The Lostro: thelostro.com, a new hotel in Uptown Athens
Airbnb
- Browse Airbnb rentals within about 30 minutes of Burr Oak
Local roads are winding and slow, so check drive times before booking anything on the edge of the map.
Western Reserve Racing is not affiliated with these properties. Listings are provided for convenience only.