Easy hikessites in hocking hills hocking hills forum. The 5 best hocking hills hiking trails with photos. Ash cave is the largest, most impressive recess cave in the state. Hocking hills insider informationhocking hills state park trail maps. If you only complete one hike in the hocking hills, hike from old mans ave to cedar falls and back. Cedar falls is the largest waterfall by volume in hocking hills state park. Ash cave, cantwell cliffs, cedar falls, conkels hollow, lake hope state park, lake logan state park, old. Southeast ohios hocking hills is known for its waterfalls, recess caves, and gorges. Hocking hills state park cabins, camping, hiking trails. Southeastern ohios scenic wonderland hocking hills. There are 6 main hiking areas available in hocking hills offering something for everyone.
Hocking hills trail map cant wait to go back in february. Our hocking hills regional hiking guide is a pdf format guide with plenty of embedded links to online resources and maps for additional reading. Some hikers love winter, when sound itself is frozen save the bite of boot on frost. Hocking hills trail system hocking hills state park. Rim trail 2 miles, gorge trail 14 miles wheelchair accessible. We are going to be visiting hocking hills with my 3 children ages 39 but very active and my 80 year old inlaws not hikers. This is a beautiful area in rural ohio hs numerous trails of all skill levels. Trail maps for state parks and state forests hocking hills park. Hocking hills state park, an ohio state park located near. May 31, 2012 the hocking hills is one of the most scenic areas in the state of ohio. Each of these park areas offers a unique experience for those who walk its paths no matter what season the park is open year around from dawn to dusk. New trails at hocking hills ohio geological survey. There are 6 main areas for hiking in hocking hills state park.
Our combined 200 acre facility is within minutes of the most popular state parks and outdoor attractions. The hocking hills is one of the most scenic areas in the state of ohio. However, many visitors are drawn to the many stunning waterfalls in the area. Id like to visit a few outdoor attractions like old mans cave but am not familiar with the difficulty of the. Whether you are looking for a short walk or something that is more vigorous, you are sure to find the natural beauty. How to get there, things to do, interesting local merchants, and. Jun 15, 2008 in the wilds of ohios hocking hills, the mite and the mighty have negotiated their own peaceable kingdom. We will arrive on friday afternoonevening, and take a short night hike, followed by drinks and food at the cabins, with everyone bringing a dish to pass. Grandma gatewood memorial trail buckeye trail hiking trail. Geological survey publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the u. There are also state, area, and topo maps for some extra information.
Hiking in hocking hills state park in logan, oh usa. Trail maps for state parks and state forests hocking hills. The embedded links tend to open in the same window as the guide when viewing it. The park offers numerous trails with something for everyone easy strolls, moderate, wooded paths, and vigorous hikes for those who are a bit more experienced. Hocking hills hiking in logan, oh is some of the best in the buckeye state. Basically, enough trails to keep you coming back to the hocking hills for a long time. Location map hocking hills state park us 23 circleville sr 56 sr 159 sr 180 sr 180 sr 678 us 33 o columbus sr 374 sr 180 sr 664 s r 3 7 4 sr 664 lancaster logan us 33 o athens sr 56 chillicothe trails area trail miles time ash cave gorge 14 mi ash cave rim 12 mi cedar falls 12 mi old mans cave 1 mi. Old mans cave cedar falls loop hike posted on july 20, 2015 april 18, 2017 by bob platt we are going to describe one of our favorite loop trails in the hocking hills state park. Hiking in hocking hills state park logan, ohio zen. Hocking hills horse trails hocking hills horse trails.
How to get there, things to do, interesting local merchants, and places to stay. Hocking county is covered by the following us topo map. Comprised of the upper falls, upper gorge,middle falls, lower falls and lower gorge, old mans cave travels along the magnificent gorge cut through the entire 150foot thickness of the blackhand sandstone. Along the buckeye trail at hocking hills old mans cave state park, choose from the easy gorge overlook trail with views of the gorge, or opt for the steeper grandma gatewood trail that allows you to explore the devils bathtub and upper falls to the north and the stunning old mans cave hermits cave and lower falls to the south. As part of the rei coop family, were dedicated to making websites and mobile apps that help outdoor enthusiasts connect, share information and get out into the places they love to play. Its remote location discourages visitation, but those who travel the extra distance will not be disappointed. Several trails traverse the gorges rim and floor, allowing for hikes of varying distance. It is also a hikers paradise with trails varying in difficulty from relatively easy ones appropriate for young children to. In the wilds of ohios hocking hills, the mite and the mighty have negotiated their own peaceable kingdom.
Hocking hills state park guide to the six major hiking trails including maps, directions, decription, images and length of time to travel. Best trails in hocking hills state park ohio alltrails. First on our list is the scenic onemile hike to cantwell cliffs. Heres a pdf map of the hocking hills state park hiking trails. Kids 10 and under are always free with adults at hocking hills adventures to canoe. Old mans cave whispering cave ash cave cedar falls conkles hollow rock house cantwell cliffs enlarged area stay safe on the trails for your safety and the protection of hockings unique habitats and wildlife, visitors must remain on the trail at all times. Hocking hills bridle map download ash cave hiking map download cantwell cliffs hiking map download cedar falls hiking map download another map here another map here. Today, hocking state forest is managed for a variety of objectives including examples or demonstration areas of sound scientific sustained multipleuse management. On saturday we will go to old mans cave, and hike the approximate 8mile hike through that area. We come to this area when possible to hike and then reward our efforts with a meal at the always delicious dining lodge. Alltrails has 15 great hiking trails, running trails, dogs.
Does anyone have a better trail map for hocking hills. Where to hike in hocking hills state park the chalets. It is located in southeastern ohio near lake hope state park. In 1976, three state nature preserves were also designated on the state forest. There is also a sixmile stretch divided into two loops of the buckeye trail that runs through the park. Trail maintenance every dollar you donate goes to trail maintenance. Trail passes through the gorge and connects to cedar falls. Below is a detailed road map of the hocking hills region including state parks and major attractions available in pdf and gif format. Click on an area below to view the topographical maps. The one i found online only has a couple trails, and ive heard theres a lot more trails than that there. Experience the hills and valleys how there meant to be hundreds of years ago. With so much to do being centrally located in the hocking hills is ideal. Hocking hills state park hocking state forest hocking. It follows urban streets and greenbelt areas, towpaths along the ohio and erie and miami and erie canals.
Hocking hills map center southeastern ohios scenic. Suchst du eine neue route im hocking hills state park, ohio. Get hocking hills information sent to you in 3 pdfs that are printable so you can take them with you when you visit the hocking hills. Comprised of the upper falls, upper gorge,middle falls, lower falls and lower gorge, old mans cave travels along the magnificent gorge cut through the entire 150. Where to hike depends on what you want to see, how much you want to spend, and your hiking ability. Hocking hills day hikes recommends the best hiking trails in the region.
Cedar fallshocking hills state parkohio click on the link for a pdf of cedar falls. Hocking county is covered by the following us topo map quadrants. We recommend hiking the gorge overlook trail through the beautiful hemlock. Hiking in hocking hills state park logan, ohio zen life. Subsequent purchases built acreage while the areas existed under the department of forestry as state forest parks. Hocking hills adventures canoes, gocarts and camping. Affordable why not be the family hero since our prices are so affordable. Its both the intimacy and immediacy of the hocking hills that make them popular with nearly 3 million visitors each year. Each of these park areas offers a unique experience for those who walk its paths no matter what season the park is open year around from dawn.
Rockbridge falls natural rock bridge ohio has some amazing hiking spots if you just look for them. Prepare for trail conditionswear proper footgear and clothing, and bring along water. Were going for a long weekend, but the trail map looks like only 12 days of riding. Find out more about hocking hills hiking trails when you download our free state park guide. Perhaps no region in the state is more picturesque and more replete with opportunities for exploration than the hocking hills in southeastern ohio. The zaleski state forest is the second largest forest in the system. One of the features of the hocking hills area is numerous options for hiking. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, nature trips, and horses. Grandma gatewood memorial trail buckeye trail hiking. Complete information about the hocking hills ohio region. The trail rises and falls steeply with the gorge terrain and.
Float away into an amazing new world where a natural high waits for you. Additionally, find tips on other nearby hikes, and find hike listings by length or features. Hocking hills hiking guide the natures pointe blog. As with most of the parks visitors, we were there to do some hiking.
Hocking hills horse trails help support hocking hills horse trails. We will arrive on friday afternoonevening, and take a short night hike, followed by drinks and appetizers at the cabins. Cantwell cliffs is located in the northern reaches of hocking hills 17 miles from old mans cave on s. In the southernmost reaches of hocking hills is ash cave beyond doubt the most spectacular feature of the entire park. October 6, 2017ohio is abundant with great outdoor adventures to celebrate earth science week 2017.
To old mans cave paved path location map hocking hills state park us 23 circleville sr 56 sr 159 sr 180 sr 180 sr 678 us 33 sr 374 sr 180 sr 664 s r 3 7 4 sr 664 lancaster logan us 33 sr 56 chillicothe trails area trail miles time ash cave gorge 14 mi ash cave rim 12 mi. This action affects the trail in both the new straitsville and the old mans cave sections. Location map hocking hills state park us 23 circleville sr 56 sr 159 sr 180 sr 180 sr 678 us 33 sr 374 sr 180 sr 664 s r 3 7 4 sr 664. Each featured hike entry provides a trail description, trailhead directions, a descriptive photo, and an easytoread trail map. There are seven major hiking areas in hocking hills state park ash cave, old mans cave, rock house, conkles hollow, cedar falls, cantwell cliffs, and hemlock bridge trail leading to whispering cave.
It is also a hikers paradise with trails varying in difficulty from relatively. The area encompasses four different state parks and two nature preserves with everything from hiking and canoeing to brewery tours and antique shopping. While there are taller and wider falls in the park, cedar falls contains more water than. During your stay with us, we highly recommend a visit to the parks newest waterfall, corkscrew falls in. Looking for a great trail in hocking hills state park, ohio.
The department of natural resources was created in 1949 and the new division of parks assumed control of the hocking hills state parks assumed control of the hocking hills state park complex which today includes the six park areas. Hocking hills regional hiking guide natures pointe cabins. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Backpacking hocking hills state park trail map and guide. Enjoy the landscape of the unique hocking hills, the magnificent natural rockbridge, exhilarating super zip and the historic hocking canal all before you return to the canoe livery. Perhaps no region in the state is more picturesque and more replete with opportunities for exploration than the hocking hills in. Beste wege in hocking hills state park ohio alltrails. Hocking hills state park is made up of 6 major hiking trails including ash cave, cedar falls and old mans cave.
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