Deer Creek State Park Lodge, Ohio.

Rafter's Restaurant

When you dine at Rafter's you will enjoy a bistro-style menu that offers a distinct and delicious approach to state park dining. Our guests return to Rafter's again and again for the rustic atmosphere, sophisticated dishes and reasonable prices.

Our menu offers both upscale cuisine and traditional dishes to meet our guests’ specific tastes and dining needs. You’ll find a menu with everything from creative cuisine to local favorites to lighter fare. There’s also a kid-pleasing menu with burgers, pizza and mac-and-cheddar to meet the needs of our traveling families. Enjoy your meal while overlooking the park’s magnificent lake.

Hours of Operation

Labor Day - Memorial Day:

Sunday - Thursday:
7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday and Saturdays:
7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m

Memorial Day - Labor Day:

Sunday - Thursday: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Our famous Sunday brunch is served 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

Additional Information

Please inquire about our very special holiday buffets. 
Children's menus are available.
Dress code is casual.
Reservations are not required.

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. Smoking is permitted outside the public buildings and in specified cottages. Thank you for your cooperation.

The Resort 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.