The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Hocking Hills, Hocking Hills

July 23, 2021 Franklyn Hardiman

Discover the best top things to do in Hocking Hills, United States including Chapel Cave, Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve, Old Man's Cave, Ash Cave, Hockhocking Adena bikeway, Gorge Overlook Trail, Hemlock Bridge Trail, John Glenn Astronomy Park, Boch Hollow State Nature Preserve, Wahkeena Nature Preserve.
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1. Chapel Cave

24798 Big Pine Rd, Logan, OH 43138
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Chapel Cave

2. Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve

24858 Big Pine Road, Rockbridge, OH 43149 +1 614-265-6561 http://naturepreserves.ohiodnr.gov/conkleshollow
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5.0 based on 354 reviews

Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve

Reviewed By ToledoZin - Ohio, United States

This easy walk along the paved trail turned into an excellent surprise ending! The views from the paved trail are very nice and they are doing a noble job to preserve and improve the area. The best part is the short bonus walk off the pavement. We didn’t find the dirt/rock trail to be difficult to manage at all and worth the little additional effort- the recess cave and waterfall was a big highlight of our visit to the Hocking Hills area Best of all is that it was not nearly as crowded as other spots

3. Old Man's Cave

State Route 664, Logan, OH 43138 +1 740-385-6842 http://www.hockinghills.com/old_mans_cave.html
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5.0 based on 326 reviews

Old Man's Cave

Reviewed By MentorGrl - Concord, United States

I first visited here about nine years ago with my college aged daughter. This time, I visited with my husband. This is a truly amazing Ohio attraction. The rock formations, the forest, the trails, the caves, the water falls, they are all just mesmerizing ... and it feels like you've been transported to another space and time. There is a new visitor center that features an interesting history of the park with maps, photos and details and on how the trails were developed by the Conservation Corps back in the 1930s. We only hiked from the Upper Falls to Old Man's Cave and back to the visitor center and it took a little more than an hour. You could easily spend a half a day. And because we'd like to see the Lower Falls and the Rock House, we'll be back! It is definitely worth a visit, regardless of the time of year.

4. Ash Cave

Hocking Hills State Park, Logan, OH +1 740-385-6842 http://www.hockinghills.com/ash_cave.html
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5.0 based on 520 reviews

Ash Cave

Reviewed By jdenz01 - Saint Clair Shores, United States

This trail and location was by far my favorite. A nice plus is that the trail is wheelchair/mobility challenged friendly. The standard return trail goes up some into the hills so those that wish for that experience can have it, while the accessible trail also remains an option. It’s a pretty trail with lots of nature, and the sandy large Ash Cave is really beautiful. If you’re going to Hocking Hills, this is my number one recommendation from the few trails we did.

5. Hockhocking Adena bikeway

Canal Street Trail Head, Nelsonville, OH http://athensohio.com/wheretoplay/hockhocking-adena-bikeway-2/
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5.0 based on 19 reviews

Hockhocking Adena bikeway

Reviewed By B365HIcindys - Saint Clair Shores, United States

We rode eight miles of this on one pleasant April morning, heading south from Nelsonville. A wonderful experience - cruising down the paved path with the Hocking River on the left and tall bluffs on the right loaded with spring flowers in bloom. Only met a few people. Would highly recommend riding this path.

6. Gorge Overlook Trail

Sr 664, Logan, OH 19852
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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Gorge Overlook Trail

Reviewed By freddiecat7 - Wheeling, United States

So beautiful seeing all of the wonderful nature in this area. The water level was high so the waterfalls were really nice.

7. Hemlock Bridge Trail

Hocking Hills State Park Cabins, Logan, OH 43138
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5.0 based on 20 reviews

Hemlock Bridge Trail

Reviewed By 351jessicaw

Had a great hike here as well. Being out in nature and very rarely did we see other people! Going during the week is a must apparently.

8. John Glenn Astronomy Park

20531 Oh-664, Logan, OH 43138 [email protected] http://jgap.info/
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

John Glenn Astronomy Park

Reviewed By cincygal2016 - Cincinnati, United States

Go on a clear night, of course. Take good binoculars but a telescope is preferred. Bundle up if it is cold but you will forget about the cold once you start looking at the stars. You won't want to stop looking. One of the best things Hocking Hills can offer to complete your day after hiking some of the other attractions. We plan to bring sleeping bags next time to just lay out & watch the sky. Great for seeing shooting stars.

9. Boch Hollow State Nature Preserve

7000 Beach Camp Rd, Logan, OH 43138 http://naturepreserves.ohiodnr.gov/bochhollow
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Boch Hollow State Nature Preserve

Reviewed By Y5088RHsteveh

Very short hike to falls overlook. Permit (free) required in order to hike and park. Also known as Corkscrew Falls because the way the water comes over the rocks it appears to be twirling. The trail was quite muddy on our visit. There is NO bathroom here. Actual visit in May 2019.

10. Wahkeena Nature Preserve

2200 Pump Station Rd, Sugar Grove, OH 43155-9665
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

Wahkeena Nature Preserve

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