The Eco Camp
11520 Grass Run Rd, New Marshfield, OH 45766, Athens County, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.8 / 5
Overview
The Eco Camp is a 3-star property in Athens County, Ohio, located at 11520 Grass Run Rd, New Marshfield, OH 45766. It has a strong public rating of 4.8 based on 61 reviews, and guest feedback highlights a nature-focused stay with standout scenery.
Host-led touches
Guest reviews frequently point to personalized hospitality, including morning delivery of waffles along with coffee and tea. Visitors also mention that the host provides multiple ways to prepare meals on-site, including options such as making homemade pizza.
Location & nearby outdoors
The camp sits within easy reach of major outdoor attractions in the region. Nearby options include Hocking Valley Scenic Railway and the Nelsonville Train Depot (both about 9.4 km away), Lake Hope State Park (about 10.7 km), Moonville Tunnel (about 10.2 km), and Zaleski State Forest (about 15.9 km).
Arts, museums & local points of interest
For cultural outings, the Kennedy Museum of Art (about 12.7 km), Dairy Barn Arts Center (about 12.6 km), and Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery (about 12.4 km) are nearby. Additional local stops include Robbins Crossing Historic Village (about 7.6 km) and Hope Iron Furnace (about 9.8 km).
Best for
This property suits travelers who want a scenic, nature-oriented base in Athens County, with quick access to parks, forests, and trails such as Lake Hope State Park, Zaleski State Forest, and Baileys Trail System. It’s also a good fit for guests who value a personable host and simple on-site food support, as reviews highlight morning waffles/coffee/tea and multiple cooking options.
Travel tips
Plan a car-based stay: the property is on Grass Run Rd in New Marshfield, and the nearby points of interest are spread out across the county (roughly 7.6–19.7 km away). If you want to combine outdoor time and local attractions, pair Lake Hope State Park or Moonville Tunnel with a scenic rail visit via Hocking Valley Scenic Railway/Nelsonville Train Depot (both about 9.4 km away).
What guests say
Reviews emphasize the natural setting and scenery as a central highlight, with guests reporting that the landscape exceeded expectations. Another recurring theme is attentive, personal hosting, including morning offerings like waffles alongside coffee and tea. Guests also mention practical, flexible ways to prepare meals on-site, including options such as making homemade pizza. No consistent negative themes are present in the provided excerpts.
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