No trip to Hocking Hills is complete without a visit to Conkle’s Hollow State Nature Preserve to admire the breathtaking vistas. Towering sandstone cliffs and cascading waterfalls reach almost 200 feet above a gorge that at times is only 100 feet wide. Conkle’s Hollow is named after W.J. Conkle, a man about which practically nothing […]
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Winter Hikes in Ohio
With the days getting shorter and winter just around the corner, many nature lovers have only one thing on their mind: hiking. Winter showcases Ohio’s natural beauty particularly well, with frozen waterfalls and the recess caves and natural bridges all in white. If you love breathtaking landscapes of trees and rocks covered in freshly fallen […]
Ultimate Guide to Family Vacations in Ohio
Just a few years ago, the phrase “family vacation” evoked visions of endless road trips with everybody wondering if we’re there yet, or of parents, kids, and the family dog huddled in a small tent during a downpour. But family vacations have evolved considerably. Today families traveling together have many more choices of where to […]
Top 4 Hikes Around the Hocking Hills
Hiking refreshes the body and the soul. It clears the mind and helps us look at things from a different perspective. It is also, of course, excellent exercise for beginning and seasoned hikers alike. If you are looking for a trail to get your blood flowing and help you shed your worries, check out these […]
Weekend Getaways in Ohio
The Hocking Hills region in southeast Ohio is a favorite destination of locals and tourists alike. Located an easy one hour from Columbus and 2 ½ hours from Cincinnati, Hocking Hills has stunning landscapes and activities for all seasons, guaranteed to please both serious adventurers and those looking for a little R&R. Here are some […]
5 Places to Hike in Hocking Hills
Hocking Hills has no shortage of places to hike, and with its vast amount of scenery there’s plenty of landscapes to explore. From caves, to waterfalls, to cliffs, we’ve assembled a list of all that Hocking Hills has to offer for your next hiking adventure. Rock House: This tunnel like passage way is located midway […]
How to Plan a Hiking Trip to Clear Creek Metro Park
Some people think that Clear Creek Metro Park is just like any other city park with a few benches, trails and pools. This is not true of Ohioan parks especially those located in Hocking Valley. The valley is located in Allegheny Plateau, which is a nature’s wonder. The park is spread over an area of […]
Conkle’s Hollow – The Hocking Hills Landmark
Conkle’s Hollow is the most prominent landmark in Hocking Hills. It is visible from miles away given its apex location. Conkle’s Hollow is a gorge that rises 200 feet above the ground and has a maximum width of 100 feet. The façade of the gorge is shaped by erosion and looks like an abstract sculpture. […]
Old Man’s Cave
Here is another guest post from a visitor that stayed with us at Old Man’s Cave Chalets in May 2012. We decided to feature this one because the Bates Family come from Las Vegas, Nevada and their take on our green and pleasant land is quite unique. “Old Man’s Cave in Hocking Hills is so […]
Ash Cave
Ash Cave is an amazing aspect of Hocking Hills State Park and the largest recess cave in the state. Carved in a horseshoe shape over 700 feet, the cave measures 100 feet deep and 90 from ledge to floor. It’s an awesome place to visit and well worth the trip. Ash Cave is in the […]
