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Hocking Hills · 5 days
Immerse yourself in the rugged sandstone gorges and lush hemlock forests of Ohio's premier wilderness. This itinerary balances iconic geological wonders with offbeat nature preserves and quiet riverside escapes for a deep dive into the Appalachian foothills.
5days
15stops
139km
Day 1: Old Man's Cave → Upper Falls → Cedar Falls
20min · 3.0km3 stops
Old Man's Cave
09:00 – 11:00
10min · 0.2km
Upper Falls
12:00 – 14:00
10min · 2.8km
Cedar Falls
15:00 – 17:00
Day 2: Conkle's Hollow State Nature… → Rock House → Jack Pine Studio
30min · 17km3 stops
Conkle's Hollow State Nature Preserve
09:00 – 11:00
10min · 7.2km
Rock House
12:00 – 14:00
10min · 2.7km
Jack Pine Studio
15:00 – 17:00
Day 3: Rockbridge State Nature Prese… → Cantwell Cliffs → Clear Creek Metro Park
30min · 30km3 stops
Rockbridge State Nature Preserve
09:00 – 11:00
10min · 7.6km
Cantwell Cliffs
12:00 – 14:00
10min · 6.6km
Clear Creek Metro Park
15:00 – 17:00
Day 4: Hocking River → Lake Logan → Moonville Tunnel
43min · 56km3 stops
Hocking River
09:00 – 11:00
10min · 4.4km
Lake Logan
12:00 – 14:00
21min · 33km
Moonville Tunnel
15:00 – 17:00
Day 5: Ash Cave → Whispering Cave → Rose Lake
37min · 33km3 stops
Ash Cave
09:00 – 11:00
10min · 4.5km
Whispering Cave
12:00 – 14:00
10min · 2.6km
Rose Lake
15:00 – 17:00
Heads Up
- 1. Cell service is extremely limited in the gorges; download offline maps before arriving.
- 2. Trails can be slippery and steep; sturdy hiking boots with good grip are essential.
- 3. Popular spots like Old Man's Cave get crowded; aim to arrive before 9:00 AM.
- 4. Check the Hocking Hills State Park website for seasonal trail closures or high-water alerts.