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2010 Hocking Hills Park Special Events

45th Annual Winter Hike

January 16, 2010

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 13, 2010              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 13&14, 2010           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.

Wildflowers and Waterfalls Hike

April 24, 2010                  10 AM

Observe nature’s carpet of wildflowers and sparkling waterfalls in beautiful Hocking Hills.  Meet at the parking lot at Ash Cave.

Hocking Valley Birding Trail Presents: International Migratory Bird Weekend

May 7- 9, 2010

Times and locations will vary…see the flier or   www.birdhocking.com

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 16, 2010          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 29 & 30, 2010

Join with the Haunted Hocking “HHIT” 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.

Frontier Trail Hike

November 6, 2010              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. 

Christmas in Ash Cave

December 11, 2010                   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.

 

 

 

 

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It's an Ohio State Park. It is undisturbed forests and rugged cliffs and deep, mysterious gorges. It is hiking, bird watching, star programs and wildlife. It's Adventure. It is the Hocking Hills. Complete Guide to: Hocking Hills State Park is located at:19852 State Route 664 S  Logan, Ohio     43138

(740) 385-6841 Park Office   385-6165 Camp Office

(740) 385-8003 Naturalist/Park Officer

Friday September 17

2:00 PM HOCKING’S WILDLIFE – Join the naturalist at the camp amphitheater to explore and take a closer look at some of our native residents.  Naturalist will be available to explain and answer questions.

 6:00 PM *ROSE LAKE CANOE EXCURSION  Join the naturalist and the ‘HOCKING HILLS CANOE LIVERY’ for a naturalist guided trip around Rose Lake.  The trip will take approx. 1 hour and will cover many aspects of canoeing safely while we search the lake for wildlife.  Space is limited so you must pre-register in person at the camp office prior to the event!  We will meet at the dam at Rose Lake.

Check out new books by local authors!

Haunted Hocking Book     Ghosts of Thunder Island

 

 

 

Don't Forget, hikers! YOU MUST...YOU MUST. . . YOU MUST STAY ON THE TRAILS!

There is so much that makes Hocking Hills State Park unique. Cascading waterfalls, breathtaking cliffs, deep recess caves and forestland as far as the eye can see are just a few distinctive features of the region. But there is more. .

 

Located in the picturesque sandstone region of Southeastern Ohio, Hocking Hills State Park encompasses some of the most scenic areas in the entire state.  Rock outcrops, deep cool gorges, and waterfalls are found throughout the 6 main park areas.  The pristine beauty of the area is enhanced by the abundance of wildlife found throughout the Hocking region. Visitors to the park can almost bet they'll see Ohio wildlife such as white tailed deer, wild turkey or even the cumbersome box turtle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hocking Hills State Park Programs

From guided night hikes through the dim recesses of Ash Cave in the spring to a snow-covered exploration for Ohio's elusive owls in the winter, the park offers its visitors programs all year long. Click here for more. . . or find out specific info about each event below:

 

Winter Hike  |   Valentines Hike   |    Maple Syrup Festival   |   Wildflower Hike  |   Ohio Migratory Bird Festival   |  Frontier Trail Hike   |  Autumn Leaf Hike   |   Haunted Ohio at the Park  |  Christmas in Ash Cave

 

Hocking Hills State Park Hiking

There are over 25 miles of trails winding through Hocking Hills State Park. Each trail is unique- offering visitors to the park breathtaking views of streams with cascading waterfalls, mysterious, dark gorges and rugged, awesome ridges.  Click here for more. .

 

Ash Cave | Cedar Falls | Old Man’s Cave

Cantwell Cliffs | Rock House | Conkle’s Hollow

Hocking Hills Cabins

The region offers cabin rentals for every taste! Reservations can even be made online! Click here to find cabins!

 

Park Cottages

The park operates 40 gas-heated and air-conditioned family cabin/cottages. Reservations cannot be made from this site! Y Click here for more. .

 

Camping

The 172 site campground (Approx 159 have electric) is situated on a wooded ridge and is open year-round. Swimming pool, showers and seasonal events. Click here for more. .

 

Notable Organizations

There are organizations worth noting in the region that maintain high standards of involvement keeping the parks and region both as green as possible and provide information to the visitors of the region. One of these is the Hocking Valley Birding Trail. For more information, click here. . .

 

 

Need more information on the parks:

ODNR - Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Ted Strickland, Governor - Sean D. Logan, Director

614-265-6561

The Insider's Official Guide to Hocking Hills State Park

These trails are beautiful as well as potentially dangerous. Caution and common sense are advised. Young children should be closely supervised while in these areas. All park visitors must remain on trails at all times. Trails close at dusk. For trail info, click here...

Hocking Hills State Park areas and trails all close at dusk.

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