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Old Man's Cave waterfall in Hocking Hills State Park

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From world-class hiking to local wineries, Hocking Hills has something for everyone.

Wayne National Forest in Hocking Hills

Hiking

Wayne National Forest

Ohio's only national forest.

Our cabins are inside the forest Easy to Challenging (varies by trail) Free
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North Country National Scenic Trail in Hocking Hills

Hiking

North Country National Scenic Trail

A national scenic trail, minutes from your cabin.

5 min from our cabins Easy to Challenging (varies by section) Free
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Old Man's Cave in Hocking Hills

Hiking

Old Man's Cave

The crown jewel of Hocking Hills.

35 min from our cabins Easy to Moderate Free (parking fee applies)
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Conkle's Hollow in Hocking Hills

Hiking

Conkle's Hollow

The deepest gorge in Ohio.

35 min from our cabins Easy (gorge floor) / Challenging (rim trail) Free
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Canoeing & Kayaking in Hocking Hills

Adventure

Canoeing & Kayaking

Paddle the Hocking River.

25 min from our cabins Easy (Class I water) $30-60 per person
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Zip-lining in Hocking Hills

Adventure

Zip-lining

Soar above the forest canopy.

30 min from our cabins Moderate (physical activity required) $60-90 per person
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ATV & UTV Tours in Hocking Hills

Adventure

ATV & UTV Tours

Off-road through Wayne National Forest.

25 min from our cabins Varies by vehicle and tour length
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Hocking Valley Scenic Railway in Hocking Hills

Entertainment

Hocking Valley Scenic Railway

A heritage train ride through the hills.

25 min from our cabins $13-18 per person
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Hocking Hills Winery in Hocking Hills

Food & Drink

Hocking Hills Winery

Local wines with a view.

25 min from our cabins Tastings from $12
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Brewery 33 in Hocking Hills

Food & Drink

Brewery 33

Craft beer for every taste.

20 min from our cabins $6-10 per beer
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Local Dining in Hocking Hills

Food & Drink

Local Dining

Appalachian flavors and cozy restaurants.

20-30 min from our cabins $15-50 per person
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Millstone BBQ in Hocking Hills

Food & Drink

Millstone BBQ

Local barbecue with cornbread to die for.

25 min from our cabins $12-25 per person
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Cedar Falls in Hocking Hills

Hiking

Cedar Falls

A wild, remote waterfall hidden in the forest.

40 min from our cabins Easy Free (parking fee applies)
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Rock House in Hocking Hills

Hiking

Rock House

Ohio's only true cave in Hocking Hills.

40 min from our cabins Moderate (stairs involved) Free (parking fee applies)
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Ash Cave in Hocking Hills

Hiking

Ash Cave

Ohio's largest recess cave.

45 min from our cabins Easy (wheelchair accessible) Free (parking fee applies)
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Rockbridge State Nature Preserve in Hocking Hills

Hiking

Rockbridge State Nature Preserve

Ohio's largest natural bridge.

30 min from our cabins Easy to Moderate Free
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Rock Climbing & Rappelling in Hocking Hills

Adventure

Rock Climbing & Rappelling

Scale cliffs and rappel waterfalls.

30 min from our cabins Moderate to Challenging From $95 per person
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Whispering Cave in Hocking Hills

Hiking

Whispering Cave

The newest trail in Hocking Hills.

35 min from our cabins Easy to Moderate Free (parking fee applies)
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John Glenn Astronomy Park in Hocking Hills

Entertainment

John Glenn Astronomy Park

Stargazing in one of Ohio's darkest skies.

35 min from our cabins Free (parking reservation required)
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Cantwell Cliffs in Hocking Hills

Hiking

Cantwell Cliffs

The most challenging hike in Hocking Hills.

45 min from our cabins Challenging Free
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Kindred Spirits in Hocking Hills

Food & Drink

Kindred Spirits

Fine dining in 1840s log cabins.

40 min from our cabins $30-60 per person
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Horseback Riding in Hocking Hills

Adventure

Horseback Riding

Trail rides through the Hocking Hills.

55 min from our cabins Varies by outfitter and trail length
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Moonville Tunnel in Hocking Hills

Entertainment

Moonville Tunnel

A haunted railroad tunnel from 1857.

55 min from our cabins Free
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Year-Round Beauty

Every Season Tells a Different Story

Spring

Wildflowers, rushing waterfalls, and the forest waking up. The trails are lush and uncrowded.

Summer

Long days for hiking, kayaking, and evenings on the deck. The canopy provides natural shade.

Autumn

Peak foliage in mid-October. The gorges transform into canyons of gold and crimson.

Winter

Frozen waterfalls, quiet trails, and cozy cabin evenings by the fire. A hidden gem season.

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Our cabins put you minutes from all the best Hocking Hills has to offer.