So you're looking for a getaway and you're not sure where to go? The Hocking Hills offer a gazillion different places to visit like Old Man's Cave and a gazillion different places to stay while visiting the region. Here are a few stays we like . . .

Hummingbird Hill Cabins and Hummingbird Hills Ohio Cabins- Old Man's Cave chalets featuring cozy cabins for the romancing couple to larger cabins for families or gatherings. Cabins are built on the side of a ridge and have multiple levels with separate sleeping areas. On 140 acres.
Hocking Hills Homestead - Hocking Hills Homestead has two types of lodging-one is a restored 1800's farm-like country home and the other is the woodland cottage pictured above called the Glenwood. These two beautiful getaways help you escape from the hustle and bustle of your busy world. Soak your stress and cares away in the hot tub. In the quiet of the evening you may wish to relax before the gas log fireplace or watch your favorite show or video tape on the TV/VCR. Only one mile from Old Man's Cave with a peaceful countryside.
Frontier Log Cabins - Hocking Hills Cabins-Discover Deluxe Cabins on 40 private secluded acres - an escape. It's not just the idea of being submersed in nature that draws guests to Frontier Log Cabins in the Hocking Hills. Simply shimmering with serenity, these Hocking Hills cabins feature fully equipped kitchens, stone fireplaces and a private hot tub for each accommodation. Rustic, yet with all the upscale features you enjoy at home, these Hocking Hills cabins are simply a step above the rest.
Pleasant Valley Cabins - Pleasant Valley Cabins overlook a large, wooded ravine, filled with birds, wildlife and foliage. Each cabin is over 1000 sq. ft & sleeps 4. Queen size beds, up & down, are adorned w/ pillow top mattresses & country quilts. The great room offers a stone fireplace with comfortable furnishings as well as DirecTV with DVD. The large deck offers picturesque views, a gas grill, table & chairs and a 5 person Hot Spring hot tub.
Oakwood Cabins - New luxury real log cabins designed for couples. Oakwood Cabins is situated on a 70 acre farm with a stocked pond in the Hocking Hills. Only ten minutes from Ash Cave and Cedar Falls. Amenities include: hot tub on private screened porch, loft bedroom, gas log fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, TV/DVD/VCR, air conditioning and very private.

Comfort in the Woods - Hocking Hills cabins with two spacious and secluded log cabins on 20 private acres. Both cabins have a hot tub, fully equipped kitchens and offer all the amenities of home. Within 5 miles of Old Man's Cave and Cedar Falls!
Great Escape Cabins - - Great Escape Cabins offers a choice of 7 cabins. We have surroundings that are awe-inspiring, relaxing and full of romance and adventure. We have cozy beds, bubbling hot tubs and plenty of room to roam. Take a peek at our cabins. . .we're sure you will find one that will bring memories that will last a lifetime!

Special Events
2008 Hocking Hills State Park



43rd Annual Winter Hike January 19 - Continuous starts from 9-11 AM
Enjoy winters splendor on this 6-mile trek from Old Man’s Cave to Ash Cave. Layered clothing and good footwear recommended. Refreshments are available at Cedar Falls for a donation. A shuttle bus returns hikers to Old Man’s Cave.
Sweethearts Hike February 9 - 5-7 PM Meet at the Ash Cave parking lot. Take your sweetheart for a romantic stroll to Ash Cave in the soft light of dusk. Afterwards, enjoy a cozy fire and refreshments.
Maple Sugaring in the Hills March 8 & 9- 12-4 PM Join us at the Naturalist Cabin located behind the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center. Savor the taste of the season as we boil down our local maple sap. Discover the many methods used throughout history to make this tasty treat. Free samples are available. Maple Sugaring cancelled for March 8th only due to inclement weather. Will be up and running March 9th!

Wildflowers and Waterfalls Hike April 19 -10 AM Observe nature’s carpet of wildflowers and sparkling waterfalls in beautiful Hocking Hills. Meet at the parking lot at Ash Cave.


Frontier Trail Hike May 3 -12-4 PM Explore the history of the Hocking Hills region with a walk back through time dramatized by costumed interpreters along Ash Cave trail. Maybe even join in and try your hand at the Frontier Trail Games on Sunday afternoon!

Hocking Valley Birding Trail Presents: International Migratory Bird Weekend May 9-11 Times and locations will vary…see the flier, http://www.birdhocking.com/ or the parks website for details. Join with several area naturalist and birders along the Hocking Valley Birding Trail route for a variety of programs, hikes and events to celebrate the return of our avian friends.

Grandma Gatewood’s Fall Colors Hike October 18- 1:00 PM Bring along a cool drink and celebrate the season’s colors. Meet with the naturalist at the Old Man’s Cave Visitor Center for a strenuous hike that spans roughly 6 miles of the Grandma Gatewood trail. We will be traversing the section that runs from Old Man’s Cave to Cedar Falls and back while enjoying the scenic beauty and cultural personality. This hike does include several hills and steps and is not recommended for the easily winded individual. (Approx. 3to4 hrs)

Haunted Hocking Weekend October 31 & November 1 Join with the Haunted Hocking “HIT” team as they search for the
unexplained at Ash Cave or try your hand at Pumpkin decorating. Registered campers and cabin guest can enjoy a hayride, a family fun spooky movie, site judging, and trick or treat at Old Man’s Cave campground. Regular camping & cabin fees apply.


Christmas in Ash Cave December 13- 5 – 7 PM Step away from the hectic holiday season and come bundled for the weather while enjoying a lighted stroll back to Ash Cave. Once you arrive at the cave warm with refreshments by an open fire. Listen to or join with our carolers, have the kids visit with an old fashion Santa or help to decorate our Christmas tree for wildlife.

Haunted Hocking 2008 Tours! Enjoy a good ghost story? Want to try your hand at ghost hunting? Or, maybe you just like a good night hike. Well, join Ohio State Park Naturalist Pat Quackenbush and the“HHIT” team for other ghostly events throughoutthe summer. Here are just a few of the HauntedHocking tour dates for 2008. These programs are Free of Charge and open to the public. For more info, (740) 385-8003, ext 213. Old Man’s Cave—May 17
Lake Alma—June 14
Rose Lake—July 19
Also . . . Dates not scheduled yet are Moonville Tunnel, Hope Furnace, Conkle’s Hollow, Ash cave and more...

Gas-Saving Vacations Close to Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati and Toledo

Families around the US may be putting away their traveling money for a less rainy day in the economy. But more than a handful of travelers in Columbus, Toledo, Akron and Cincinnati, are still packing their bags knowing they've got the advantage of having a wilderness resort right in their own backyard.

Hocking Hills State Park, also known to many as Old Man's Cave, offers a gas-saving vacation only a few short hours away. The park is free and offers more than 25 miles of hiking trails along with free programs offered by a year around naturalist. Programs range from lantern tours at Ash Cave, ghost hunts at Old Man's Cave, live animal demonstrations from their raptor center and canoe tours and excursions.

With the added bonus of hundreds of secluded cabin rentals all around the region, guests can book overnight stays with a hot tub and enjoy a money-saving vacation for the whole family or a couple.

City Name Mileage Travel Time
Cincinnati Ohio 140-160 2 ½ -3 hours
Cleveland, Ohio 190 – 200 3- 31/2 hours
Columbus, Ohio 60 1 – 1 ¼ hours
Bowling Green, Ohio 200 3- 3 ½ hours

So what is there to see in the Hocking Hills? If you can imagine endless trails and seasonal waterfalls, huge rock formations and unique recess caves, you can imagine the Hocking Hills. Here are just a few of the dramatic areas you can visit at Hocking Hills State Park:

Cantwell Cliffs
Cantwell Cliffs offer hikers rugged cliff faces and unique rock formations. In the spring, it's touted for a wide array of wildflowers and in fall, has vibrant color changes. But compared to most of the other trails, it is more remote if you wish to pass fewer hikers on hot summer days.
Length: The trail is about a mile and takes 1- 1 1/12 hours to hike
Directions: From Logan: Take State Route 33 north toward Lancaster and then to State Route 374.

Cedar Falls
Cedar Falls is one of the more popular trails. Visitors to the trail have said it is like stepping into an enchanted forest. Huge hemlocks, well-worn paths and rugged cliffs line much of the trail. At one time, a grist mill was located at the top of the falls where a newly constructed bridge now stands. If you look closely at the stream from the bridge, you can see the remnants of the old mill. Huge snapping turtles live deep in the pool beneath the waterfall. Watch just below the cliff edge, you may see them basking in the early morning sun.
Length: The trail is about a 1/2 mile and takes about 40 minutes to hike.
Directions: From Logan -Take State Route 664 to State Route 374

Old Man's Cave
Old Man's Cave offers cliffs, cascading waterfalls and towering hemlocks lining the trail that wanders deep within this recess cave Huge rock formations are never more than a stone's throw away and awesome stone bridges and rock tunnels will take your breath away.
Length: Approximately 1 mile long and takes about an hour to hike.
Directions: From Logan -Take 664 South 12 miles to park

Ash Cave
Towering hemlocks, a cascading waterfall and a wide recess cave make Ash Cave one of Hocking Hills State Park's most popular hiking trails. An added bonus is that the part of the trail leading to the cave is asphalt and easily accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.
Length: There is an upper and lower trail at Ash Cave, each one approximately a 1/2 mile long. The lower trail is handicap accessible along a paved sidewalk ending in the large sandy region of the recess cave. It takes approximately a 1/2 hour to hike the trail.
Directions: From Logan- Take State Route 93 south to St Route 56

Rock House
The Rock House-In the early 1900's, a hotel was once located near the 1/4 mile trail leading to an opening in a cliff face with gothic-like windows. Rockhouse was even once said to be a hide-out for bandits and thieves in 1800's. Look for small recesses in the back wall of Rock House were used as baking ovens for Native Americans staying in the cave.
Length: The Rockhouse trail is about a 1/2 mile long and takes 30 to 45 minutes to traverse.
Directions: From Logan -Take State Route 374

Conkle's Hollow
Rugged cliffs, steep ledges and tiny recess caves make this remote trail a wonderful hike for the adventurous. Cliffs, a meandering stream, enormous hemlocks and rock formations make the lower hiking trail a wonderful adventure. The recess cave with a seasonal waterfall at the end makes the trail worth the walk. Be Careful! I wouldn't recommend taking the kids on the upper level of the trail. Hiking can be hazardous.
Length: The rim is 2 1/2 miles long and the lower trail is about a mile. It takes about an hour and a half to 2 hours to hike the rim or upper trail and about 1 hour to hike the lower trail
Directions: From Logan - Take State Route 664 to Big Pine Road