ODNR Offers Overnight Discounts for U.S. Military Members, Vets

The discount applies to campsites, rentals and state operated cabins or lodges Nov. 1-30

COLUMBUS, Ohio - In honor of Veterans Day and to salute our heroes, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), in cooperation with U.S. Hotels, will once again offer U.S. military, both active duty and veterans, a 30% discount off camping reservations, getaway rentals, state-operated cabins, or resort lodge stays during the month of November.

"It's always a privilege to host the brave individuals who served to protect our country," said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. "We hope veterans and active-duty military, along with their friends and families, will have the opportunity to make special memories at Ohio State Parks."

To check availability or to make a reservation for state-operated camping, cabins, and other facilities, visit reserveohio.com. Use the promo code "VETERAN24" to receive the 30% discount. This offer is subject to availability and applies to new reservations at open campgrounds, as well as new cabin reservations at Buck Creek, Cowan Lake, Dillon, Lake Hope, Malabar Farm, Mohican, Pike Lake, and Pymatuning state parks.

Great Ohio Lodges, a division of U.S. Hotels, will also offer a 30% discount to all veterans and active-duty military personnel throughout November on lodge rooms and select cabins at their nine properties (Burr Oak Lodge, Deer Creek Lodge, Hocking Hills Lodge, Hueston Woods Lodge, Maumee Bay Lodge, Mohican Lodge, Punderson Manor Lodge, Salt Fork Lodge, and Shawnee Lodge).

To check availability or make a reservation, visit www.greatohiolodges.com, select the park you are interested in, and use promo code "VETERAN24" when making a reservation online or call the Great Ohio Lodges reservation line at 1-800-ATAPARK (282-7275).

"A visit to any of our beautiful state parks is always a fun adventure. This discount is a great incentive for our veterans and military members and their families to escape to the great outdoors during the fall season," said Ohio Department of Veterans Services Director Deborah Ashenhurst. "This token of gratitude is one more example of how Ohio recognizes the sacrifices of those who serve or have served our great nation."

Throughout the year, ODNR offers a 10% discount for active military members and veterans for camping and cabins. Additionally, ODNR offers free camping for Ohio veterans who are permanently disabled. See more information on discounts at Ohio State Parks.

The Great Ohio Lodges offer a 10% discount for active military members and veterans on lodge rooms and cabins throughout the year. Visit www.greatohiolodges.com to select the lodge of your choice and use promo code "HERO" or call the Great Ohio Lodges reservations line at 1-800-ATAPARK (282-7275).

Throughout the year, The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake also offers active duty, retired military and reserve personal 10% off regular room rates. Check availability or make a reservation, select the dates you are interested in and use promo code: MILITARY when making a reservation.

Military identification must be presented at the time of arrival or check-in to receive the discount. Restrictions and blackout dates do apply, and this offer cannot be combined with other discounts or applied to group blocks.

The ODNR Division of Parks and Watercraft provides exceptional outdoor recreation and boating opportunities by balancing outstanding customer service, education, and conservation of Ohio's 75 state parks and waterways.

In 2024, join ODNR as we celebrate 75 years of protecting Ohio's natural resources and providing outstanding and award-winning recreational opportunities.

ODNR ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR website at ohiodnr.gov.