Frequently Asked Questions

Group gatherings of any kind are a natural choice for Shawnee Conference Center. The conference area has a variety of meeting/banquet rooms divisible into various breakout configurations. Our staff is experienced and available to assist you in planning a unique day.

For additional information, visit our Groups and Weddings pages.

Cell phone service is available for most providers; however, we can't guarantee the signal strength.

Shawnee State Park Lodge offers five accessible lodge rooms (one with a roll-in shower) and three accessible cabins.

Check-in time for a Lodge room is 4:00pm; Check-out is at 11:00am.

Cabin check-in is at 4:00pm; Check-out is at 10:00am.

The minimum age for reserving and/or checking in to any of our accommodations is 21 years old. A valid government-issued identification is required.

There is no park entrance fees to enter Shawnee State Park.

We offer reservations up to 12 months in advance of arrival.

Our current tax rate is 7.25% sales tax, a 5% bed tax, and a 3% beautification fee.

In partnership with Ohio Department of Natural Resources, U.S. Hotel and Resort Management, Inc. will assess a three percent beautification fee on all purchases at the lodge.

The monies collected are designated to be used for the continual improvement of the overall lodge and cabin accommodations, and recreation amenities only.

Room and cabin reservations may be modified or canceled up to 3 days (72 hours) prior to your arrival; after that date, the deposit is non-refundable. If you wish to modify or cancel your reservation, please visit our online booking engine or contact our reservations office directly at 1-800-AT-A-PARK. Please note that if you are eligible for a refund, it may take up to 10 business days to process.

Reservations are not required, but we highly recommend them to ensure your dining pleasure.
 

To make your reservation today, please contact 740.858.6621.

Please note that our lodge, in accordance with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, provides a smoke-free environment to park guests. We ask that this non-smoking policy be observed in all public areas, including the dining room. We thank you for your cooperation.
 

The lodge is a liquor permit holder, and in accordance with the Ohio Liquor Laws, alcoholic beverages purchased off premises are not permitted. Again, we thank you for your cooperation

Shawnee offers select cabins that are designated "pet friendly." Pet-friendly cabins can be booked online. Pets are not permitted in any cabins or lodge rooms not designated as "pet friendly." All assistance dogs for visually or hearing-impaired or orthopedically challenged individuals are permitted in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991.

Cincinnati, OH is the nearest major city/airport. Driving time is approximately 2 hours 45 minutes/95 miles. Columbus, OH is the next nearest major city/airport. Driving time is approximately 2 hours 50 minutes/112 miles.

4404B State Route 125

Portsmouth, OH 45663

N38°29.01, W83°48.76

The elevation is 760 feet above sea level.

Winter days are chilly with temperatures ranging from 15° - 30°F. Evenings are much colder staying in the single digits and teens, rarely ever dropping below 0°F. Winter snow and ice storms are common. The early spring months are similar to winter with the same likelihood of storms. The late spring temperatures rise to the 70°F's during the day, and evening temperatures drop to approximately 30° - 45°F.
 

The summer months bring long, hot days averaging 85°F, which is ideal weather to experience the many activities at Shawnee Lodge. Enjoy an evening stroll where pleasant temperatures reside in the 60°F's.

Fall brings a burst of brilliant color, and the early months are comfortably crisp with the day temperatures ranging from 60° - 70°F and evenings in the 50°F.