Hikes near the Lodge

• Rich VanHorn Hike

• • Duration: less than 1 hour

  • VanHorn is a 1-mile trail that is mostly wooded. This trail has a view of the lake, and it encircles a pond. The trail consists of uneven terrain, rocks, and roots. Enclosed shoes are suggested as the trail can have muddy sections. Please wear appropriate gear for the weather. Water and a snack are recommended.

  • Trailhead is to the right of the courts.

  • On this hike, see a variety of vegetation, evidence of wildlife, and hear a variety of bird calls. Lake view shows the beach and the Army Corps of Engineers’ dam. Very close to the lodge, there is an option to shorten to a 0.6 mile hike that still encircles the pond. This trail has red blazes, and crosses Rolling Hills (yellow blazes)

• Lakeview Hike

• • Duration: less than 1 hour

  • Lakeview is an ½ mile loop just off the cabin road. See the meadow where the trail begins, views of the lake, and a clearing that has formed in the middle of the woods. This trail is relatively flat. Please wear appropriate gear for the weather, water and a snack recommended.

  • Trailhead is across the cabin road from the lodge.

  • On this hike, see the meadow full of life, hear bird calls, and enjoy a nice walk. Close to the lodge, on the cabin road. Could be added to Ridge for a longer hike.

• Ridge Trail Hike

• • Duration:  less than 1 hour

  • Ridge is a 1-mile trail with a loop that is mostly wooded. This trail has a few hills and views of the lake.  Enclosed shoes are suggested as the trail consists of uneven terrain, rocks, and roots. Please wear appropriate gear for the weather. Water and a snack are recommended.

  • Trailhead is across the cabin road from the lodge.

  • On this hike, see views of the lake that show the Marina. See the impact of some of the invasive species on the area. Close to the lodge, on the cabin road

• Adena Ridge Hike

• • Duration: less than 1 hour (longer if walking down cabin road)

  • Adena Ridge is an out-and-back trail, ¾ mile total, that is mostly wooded. This trail has fantastic views of the lake.  Enclosed shoes are suggested as the trail consists of uneven terrain, rocks, and roots. Please wear appropriate gear for the weather. Water and a snack are recommended.

  • Trailhead is at the end of the cabin road before the Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center.

  • On this hike, see views of the lake and turn around at a small beach. Observe a variety of vegetation, evidence of wildlife, and hear a variety of bird calls. See the impact of some of the invasive species on the area. Trailhead is at the end of the cabin road.

• Rolling Hills Hike

• • Duration: 1-1.5 hours 

  • This is a 3-mile trail that is mostly wooded; it is a 1 ½ mile out and back hike. Rolling Hills is a well-named trail with multiple lakeside views.  

  • Enclosed shoes are suggested as the trail consists of uneven terrain, rocks, and roots. Please wear appropriate gear for the weather; a snack is recommended.

  • The trailhead is to the left of the courts.

  • On this hike experience the lakeside hills, see a variety of vegetation, evidence of wildlife, and hear a variety of bird calls. Observe the impact of some of the invasive species on the area. This trail has yellow blazes and crosses Rich VanHorn (red blazes)

The lodge may have watercraft rentals available to you and sometimes other programming.  

The Deer Creek golf course is a gorgeous 18 -hole course.

The Campground has bicycle rentals, a disc golf course (disc rental or purchase available), and free mini golf.