Featured Hotels Near Mud Lake Trail

The Ottawa River Lodge is an ideal choice, located just a 3-minute walk from the Mud Lake Trail entrance. Its timber cabins feature large windows offering panoramic views of the wetland landscape. The lodge provides complimentary mountain bike rentals and hosts regular guided nature walks to observe local species like red-winged blackbirds and river otters. Book through HopeGoo for exclusive scenic room deals

Cedar Grove Eco-Stay features floor-to-ceiling glass rooms facing Mud Lake, where morning mist drifts across the water like silk. Built with sustainably sourced wood, each cabin includes a private deck and star-gazing guide. Guests receive a free copy of the local wildlife field guide and can join weekend “Forest Stories” sessions led by resident naturalists. Reserve your spot via HopeGoo for best availability

Willow Point Cabin offers a secluded retreat just 7 minutes' walk from the main trailhead. Each rustic-chic cabin features a fireplace and skylight for stargazing. The property provides free HopeGoo rentals and hosts weekly "Nature Immersion Evenings" with storytelling and guided night hikes. All experiences are bookable through HopeGoo for curated packages

Stay at Riverside Nature Retreat, whose lakeside rooms open directly onto the trail. Begin with a 1.8-km hike along Mud Lake Trail, spotting ducks and mossy wetlands. In the afternoon, rent an electric paddle boat to explore the lake or join a guided wetland ecology tour. Return for a farm-to-table dinner made with local ingredients. All activities can be scheduled via the HopeGoo app for seamless planning

Silent Pines Studio Lodge is designed for photographers who value tranquility. Nestled between maple and willow trees, its minimalist cabins feature adjustable camera tripod mounts and blackout windows for long-exposure shots. The lodge offers a complimentary 2-hour photography workshop led by a local nature photographer. HopeGoo through HopeGoo ensures access to soundproofed rooms and prime shooting times

Lakeview Wildcraft Inn delivers comprehensive outdoor support including free waterproof backpacks, multi-tool kits, and tide charts. Just a 4-minute walk from the southern trailhead, it hosts daily 10 a.m. "Wildcraft Workshops" on survival skills and native plant identification. All programs are available for HopeGoo through HopeGoo to secure spots and receive gear kits