You may encounter some local wildlife while hiking through the Hocking Hills State Parks. Many wildlife species call our state parks home, including white-tailed deer, owls, grouse, turtles, raptors, and bobcats. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife during your exploration and join free monthly events throughout the year that educate visitors on local wildlife. Whether you are a nature lover or looking for an activity to get the kids involved in the great outdoors, wildlife watching is a perfect way to spend an afternoon in Hocking Hills. Book your getaway with Chalets in Hocking Hills and enjoy the natural beauty of our cabins, just minutes from the state parks.
Wildlife in Hocking Hills
Mammals
White-tailed deer are one of the most easily seen mammals in the park. Larger mammals like bobcats and black bears are only seen on rare occasions.
- White-tailed deer
- Foxes
- Bobcats
- Black Bears
- Bats
Birds
The diverse habitats of Hocking Hills provide prime bird-watching opportunities.
- Cantwell Cliffs: Over 106 bird species have been spotted here, especially good for raptor watching.
- Rock House: 99 species have been identified here, including a high concentration of northern breeding species like pigeons, turkey vultures, hawks, and swallows.
- Conkles Hollow: 143 species of birds have been identified here. Spot breeding birds of southern and northern affinities, including woodpeckers, hawks, vireos, warblers, and starlings.
- Old Man’s Cave: Home to pine plantings that attract over 130 species of northern affinities like thrush, bluebirds, warblers, robins, crows, chickadees, goldfinch, and swallows.
- Cedar Falls: This unique natural area attracts over 120 bird species, including turkey vultures, sparrows, dark-eyes juncos, chickadees, and tufted titmouse.
- Ash Cave: At one of the largest caves in Ohio, you can spot over 117 species of birds, including vultures, hawks, thrush, warblers, and siskins.
Wildlife Events in Hocking Hills
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources regularly hosts free wildlife events in Hocking Hills. Events include topics on animal pelts and their uses, talks on Ohio’s native species like raptors and squirrels, and guided hikes looking for animal tracks. Check the events available during your visit and learn more about wildlife from a local naturalist!
Book Our Hocking Hills Cabins Nestled in Nature
Each of our Hocking Hills cabin rentals includes a scenic setting, offering a prime location for wildlife watching. Sit outside on your wrap-around deck or soak in the outdoor hot tub and watch the birds fly by. Whether you are looking for a cozy one-bedroom cabin or an expansive 7-bedroom home the whole family can enjoy, we have a property for everyone’s needs. Elevate your stay with a session in one of our SaunaPods and book with us today!
