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Hocking Hills Escape

The Hocking Hills state park region is located just north of the Vinton County line. The following state parks and public recreation areas are just minutes from Vinton County.

Hocking Hills State Park
State Route 664 South, Logan 740-385-6842
www.dnr.state.oh.us
Mammoth rock formations, recess caves, and over 25 miles of hiking trails make Hocking Hills State Park one of Ohio’s best known natural areas. There are five major sections of the park including Ash Cave, Old Man’s Cave, Rock House, Cantwell Cliffs, and Cedar Falls.

Lake Logan State Park
30443 Lake Logan Road, Logan 740-385-6842
www.dnr.state.oh.us
Lake Logan is a day-use park that provides scenic picnic areas and secluded walking paths to enjoy the wooded beauty of Ohio's hill country. The lake sports northern pike, bass, bluegill, crappie, catfish and saugeye, and is one of the best fishing lakes in Ohio.

Tar Hollow State Park
Tar Hollow Road, Laurelville 740-887-4818
www.dnr.state.oh.us
Twisting park and forest roads pass through deep ravines and dense woodlands. In addition to the scattered shortleaf and pitch pines growing on the ridges that were a source of pine tar for early settlers, dogwoods, redbuds and a variety of wildflowers color the hillsides in the springtime. Fall's pageant of color is spectacular. Recreation facilities include the 15-acre Pine Lake.

Hocking State Forest
19275 S.R. 374, Rockbridge
www.dnr.state.oh.us
740-385-4402
Within the nearly 9,700 acres of the Hocking Hills State Forest you will find bridle trails and a horsemen's camp, 99 acres set aside for rock climbing and rappelling, and an unusual variety of native plant life and associated wildlife.

Tar Hollow State Forest
740-663-2538
www.dnr.state.oh.usx
A wealth of recreational activities are available at Tar Hollow State Forest, including a primitive horse camp and 26 miles of bridle trails, hiking trails, and paved and gravel forest roads that provide a great opportunity for a scenic drive.

Conkle's Hollow State Nature Preserve
24858 Big Pine Road, Rockbridge
www.dnr.state.oh.us
Spectacular 100-foot-deep sandstone gorge with excellent vistas. The sheer cliffs of Black Hand sandstone rise nearly 200 feet above the valley floor. The cliff tops with their magnificent overlooks and the quiet gorge beneath offer visitors an opportunity to explore different habitats, each with its own unique plant and animal communities.

Kessler Swamp State Nature Preserve
28749 Hideaway Hills Road, Sugar Grove
www.dnr.state.oh.us
A variety of wetland-dwelling plants thrive in the swamp, including buttonbush and bur-marigold. A healthy population of beaver also calls the swamp home. During the spring and fall migration period, the preserve offers excellent waterfowl viewing.

Rockbridge State Nature Preserve
11475 Dalton Road, Rockbridge
www.dnr.state.oh.us
Rockbridge's natural arch or bridge is more than 100 feet long and 10 to 20 feet wide, and gracefully arches 50 feet across a ravine. It is considered the largest natural bridge in Ohio. The preserve also offers excellent spring wildflower viewing.

Wayne National Forest
740-753-0101
www.fs.fed.us/r9/wayne
With over 300 miles of hiking, biking, off-road vehicle, and horseback riding trails, Wayne National Forest spans several Ohio counties, including Hocking County. From canoeing to hunting, horseback riding to mountain biking, Wayne National Forest offers a wide range of recreational opportunities for its visitors.

 

 

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