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The Hocking Hills region of Southeastern Ohio is one
of the Midwest's premier vacation getaways. With its
many outdoor adventures and year-round special
events, it is no wonder why so many visitors come to
the region to stay in the many cabins here.
There are two major Ohio State Parks, miles of Ohio
State forestland and wildlife areas and Wayne
National Forest all within a short driving distance
of our properties. Hocking Hills State Park,
alone, is open all year long, has over 25 miles of
hiking trails and major events nearly every month of
the year.
The
Hocking Hills are known for their cooler winters
(temperatures average around 20-40 degrees from
December through February). The Annual Winter Hike
in January has been known to bring in nearly 4000
visitors to the region to walk a six mile stretch of
Old Man's Cave and take in breathtaking views of
frozen waterfalls and snow-covered trails. The
summers are warm, around 70 to 90 degrees from June
through August. The five hiking areas around Hocking
Hills State Park draw a steady stream of tourists
even during the hot, humid months of summer.
Although the glaciers never quite made it to the
Hocking Hills, they did leave remnants of the cooler
climate in the beautiful hemlocks lining many of the
trails in the region. Cool trails and many recess
caves to escape the heat make Old Man's Cave and
other park regions popular during summer.
Shopping: From outdoor flea markets to the many
antique and gift shops dotting the countryside, the
Hocking Hills offers a myriad of shopping
experiences during all the seasons.
Dining: The Hocking Hills has many fine dining
restaurants and nearly all of the fast food
restaurants common to Ohio. There is even a
local fine dining restaurant offering in-cabin
cuisine to area renters.
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Hocking Hills
State Park Special Events:
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Special Events: Hocking Hills State Park offers
year-round special events and also programs nearly
every day of the year. Nearly 4 million
visitors come to the region to enjoy the programs
and outdoor adventures.
2008 Special Events
43rd 3rd Annual Winter Hike
January 19 -
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 9
- 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 8 & 9 -
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 19
-10
AM
Observe nature’s carpet of wildflowers and sparkling
waterfalls in beautiful Hocking Hills. Meet at the
parking lot at Ash Cave.
Frontier Trail Hike
May 3
-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. Don’t forget to
check-in with the historical interpreters at Richard
Roe’s History Camp to explore and learn more about
Ohio’s fascinating past May 4-6, 2007. Maybe even
join in and try your hand at the Frontier Trail
Games on Sunday afternoon!
Hocking Valley Birding Trail
Presents: International Migratory Bird
Weekend
May 9-11
Times and locations will vary…see the flier,
www.birdhocking.com
or the parks website for details.
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 18-
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 31 & November 1
Join with the Haunted Hocking “HIT”
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.
Christmas in Ash Cave
December 13-
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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