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Left by glaciers centuries ago, the Hocking Hills seem to be in<br />
a world of their own. Leave your worries behind and bask in<br />
one of nature’s most enchanting landscapes.<br />
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Outdoor Activities 5<br />
Hiking 5<br />
Biking 7<br />
Canoeing 8<br />
Bird Watching 8<br />
Fishing & Hunting 9<br />
ATV Riding 9<br />
Horseback Riding 10<br />
Zip Lining 10<br />
Shopping 11<br />
Restaurants 13<br />
Annual Festivals and Events 14<br />
Cottages 17<br />
Cabin Rental 18<br />
Amenities 19<br />
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Visitors to the Hocking Hills can expect to find gorgeous scenery in a serene atmosphere. Miles of trails,<br />
quaint country shops, festive local events and a wide variety of activities are all here for your enjoyment.<br />
With its picturesque cascading waterfalls,<br />
Black Hand sandstone gorges and<br />
hemlock forests, there is no better place to enjoy<br />
Ohio’s natural beauty than the Hocking Hills. The<br />
area offers year-round enjoyment for lovers of the<br />
to exciting zip lining trips. Whether you’re visiting<br />
for a quick weekend getaway, a full leisurely week or<br />
even longer, you won’t run out of things to do in the<br />
Hocking Hills. We hope this guide will help you get<br />
started planning your trip!<br />
outdoors with activities ranging from scenic hikes<br />
What to See and Do<br />
Whether you want to get away from it all and simply relax or pack your trip full of activities,<br />
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the Hocking Hills is the perfect destination. Here are some of our favorite activities.
Our guests have a wide variety of ways to enjoy the beauty of the Hocking Hills. Hocking Hills State Park<br />
and adjoining Hocking Hills State Forest along with Wayne National Forest have miles of trails and acres of<br />
woodlands to explore. Hiking, canoeing, fishing, zip lining and much more await you in the Hocking Hills!<br />
Hiking<br />
Hiking is by far the most popular activity for visitors to the<br />
Hocking Hills. Hocking Hills State Park has several trail<br />
options that are open year round from dawn until dusk.<br />
Hocking Hills State Park has six major hiking areas.<br />
Visit the Hocking Hills State Park Site<br />
http://parks.ohiodnr.gov/hockinghills#<br />
activities for printable maps of the trails.<br />
Cedar Falls<br />
It’s easy to see why we’ve chosen this Hocking<br />
Hills landmark as our favorite. The 50-foot<br />
waterfall is the largest in the region. Cedar Falls<br />
offers a ½-mile moderate hike through hemlocks,<br />
grottos and rock formations.<br />
Ash Cave<br />
Ash Cave is the largest recess cave in Ohio,<br />
measuring nearly 700 feet from front to back.<br />
Guests marvel at the large waterfall in the cave’s<br />
center. Also a great place to look for native<br />
wildflowers in the spring! There are two trails to<br />
choose from at Ash Cave: The Ash Cave Gorge<br />
trail is a ¼-mile easy hike which is handicap<br />
accessible and the Ash Cave Rim trail is a ½-mile<br />
moderate hike.<br />
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Rock House<br />
Rock House is a cave set in a 150-foot cliff.<br />
Visitors marvel at its sandstone columns and<br />
natural “windows”. Historically, Rock House was<br />
used as a shelter for natives and was once even<br />
used by robbers and bootleggers. The Rock House<br />
Conkle’s Hollow<br />
This part of the Hocking Hills State Park is<br />
trail is a ½-mile moderate hike.<br />
also an Ohio State Nature Preserve, where bird<br />
watching is popular. It has trademark sandstone<br />
cliffs and a hardwood forest. Conkle’s Hollow<br />
has two trails to choose from: a 1-mile handicap<br />
accessible easy hike and the longer 2 ½-mile<br />
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Conkle’s Hollow rim trail, which is a moderate<br />
hike.<br />
Old Man’s Cave<br />
The most visited natural attraction in the Hocking<br />
Hills is Old Man’s Cave. This naturally carved<br />
gorge offers a 1-mile hike of moderate difficulty.<br />
Cantwell Cliffs<br />
The most remote of the trails in Hocking Hills<br />
State Park, Cantwell Cliffs features a 150-foot high<br />
cliff where a waterfall flows. A great place to spot<br />
native wildflowers in the spring, Cantwell Cliffs<br />
trail is a 1-mile difficult hike.
Hocking Adena Bikeway<br />
17.9 miles of paved paths in Athens. The trail<br />
also goes from Nelsonville to Athens with serene<br />
woods and the Hocking River meandering in<br />
between.<br />
http://www.ohiobikeways.net/adena.htm<br />
Lake Hope State Park<br />
Biking<br />
There are many scenic trails in the Hocking Hills for<br />
mountain biking. A variety of distances offer bikers of all<br />
Eight biking trails of varying difficulties are<br />
available. Some steep hills and ravines offer a<br />
moderate to difficult challenge to cyclists.<br />
http://parks.ohiodnr.gov/lakehope<br />
ability levels fun challenges.<br />
Hocking Hills State Park<br />
Two mountain bike trail loops of two miles each<br />
with moderate to high difficulty.<br />
http://www.thehockinghills.org/Mountain_<br />
Bike_Trail.htm<br />
Wayne National Forest -<br />
Monday Creek<br />
The Monday Creek area of Wayne National<br />
Forest has 75 miles of designated trails for ATVs<br />
and off-road vehicles, mountain bikers and hikers.<br />
Wayne National Forest is also a great place for<br />
bird watching.<br />
http://www.waynenationalforest.com/<br />
wayneatv.htm#monday<br />
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Canoeing<br />
The Hocking River’s calm waters are perfectly suited for<br />
canoe trips. Canoeing is a great way to enjoy fishing, bird<br />
watching and the beautiful scenery. Try one of these two<br />
canoe companies.<br />
Bird Watching<br />
One of the fastest growing pastimes in Ohio is bird<br />
watching. A huge variety of bird species can be viewed<br />
most places in the Hocking Hills, but for great bird<br />
watching, try one of the parks.<br />
Hocking Hills Canoe Livery<br />
Choose from two trips of either 5 or 7 miles.<br />
http://www.hockingriver.com<br />
Hocking Hills Adventures<br />
Formerly Hocking Valley Canoe Livery, Hocking<br />
Hills Adventures offers several canoe trips ranging<br />
For birding resources check:<br />
http://www.hockinghills.com/ohiobirds.html<br />
Hocking Hills State Park<br />
2,356 acres of cliffs, waterfalls and gorges<br />
featuring trails and hemlock forests.<br />
http://parks.ohiodnr.gov/hockinghills<br />
from 5 to 21 miles.<br />
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http://www.hockinghillscanoeing.com
Fishing & Hunting<br />
Hocking County has over 9,200 acres of public land for<br />
hunters to utilize. Deer hunting is popular in season, as is<br />
fishing. Ohio fishing and hunting licenses are required.<br />
Hocking State Forest<br />
9,000 acres of multi-use land.<br />
Clear Creek Metro Park<br />
Boasts several fishable areas where trout can be<br />
caught. Creek as well as lake fishing is available.<br />
http://www.metroparks.net/ParksClearCreek.<br />
aspx<br />
http://parks.ohiodnr.gov/hockinghills<br />
Lake Logan State Park<br />
One of the best fishing lakes in all of Ohio.<br />
400 acres sporting northern pike, bass, bluegill,<br />
crappie, catfish and saugeye.<br />
http://parks.ohiodnr.gov/lakelogan<br />
Rose Lake<br />
Within walking distance from the Inn & Spa at<br />
Cedar Falls, Rose Lake is located in Hocking Hills<br />
State Park. The lake is 17-acres and is such a<br />
great place to catch rainbow trout that it has been<br />
nicknamed fisherman’s lake.<br />
ATV Riding<br />
To add some speed to your off-road sightseeing, try an ATV<br />
adventure.<br />
Hocking Hills Nature Trails<br />
ATV courses, rental and instruction in Wayne<br />
National Forest.<br />
http://www.ohioatvworld.com<br />
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Horseback Riding<br />
Take in the scenery of the Hocking Hills on horseback.<br />
The area has miles of trails to ride.<br />
Spotted Horse Ranch<br />
Guided rides through the Hocking Hills. Rides of<br />
one and two hours as well as the unique day-long<br />
“Cowboy Cookout Ride” available.<br />
http://www.thespottedhorseranch.com<br />
Uncle Buck’s Riding Stable<br />
Guided trail rides in Zaleski State Forest near<br />
Lake Hope State Park.<br />
http://www.unclebucksstable.com<br />
Happy Trails Horseback Rides<br />
Guided horseback rides in Rockbridge. Souvenir<br />
and gift shop on-site.<br />
http://www.hthorsebackrides.com<br />
Hocking Hills State Forest<br />
If you have your own horse, Hocking Hills State<br />
Zip Lining<br />
An exciting way to enjoy the beauty of the Hocking Hills.<br />
Soar over the landscape and traverse zip lines, platforms<br />
and skybridges.<br />
Hocking Hills Canopy Tours<br />
A variety of tours to choose from including<br />
Sunrise, Twilight and NightFlight tours and a<br />
Dragonfly Zip for children.<br />
http://www.hockinghillscanopytours.com/<br />
tour_overview.html<br />
Off-Road Segway Tours<br />
A 1.5 to 2 hour guided nature tour - on an Off-<br />
Road SegwayX2! Another “first” from Hocking<br />
Hills Canopy Tours.<br />
http://www.hockinghillscanopytours.com/offroad-segway-tour.html<br />
Forest has 40 miles of bridle trails intermingling<br />
with the forest’s hiking trails and hunting areas.<br />
1.740.385.4402<br />
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If you want to take a bit of the Hocking Hills home with you, try one of these charming shops.<br />
The Gift Shop at the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls<br />
A lovingly curated collection of southeast Ohio artists as well as candles, spa products, local photography,<br />
ceramics, stained glass, postcards, holiday items and more!<br />
http://innatcedarfalls.com/the-gift-shop/<br />
The Wind Chime Shop<br />
A selection of over 2000 wind chimes. The<br />
Christmas Treasures store and Candle Shop are<br />
also located here.<br />
http://www.windchimeshopsales.com<br />
Athens Farmers Market<br />
Fresh local produce, cheese, baked goods, specialty<br />
foods and more.<br />
http://athensfarmersmarket.org<br />
Ruby’s Country Cupboard<br />
Handmade crafts, art, soap and candles as well as<br />
homemade candies, jellies and jams.<br />
http://www.rubyscountrycupboard.net<br />
Logan Antique Mall<br />
A large variety of antiques including furniture,<br />
jewelry, china, Anchor Hocking and more.<br />
http://www.loganantiquemall.net<br />
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Rempel’s Grove<br />
Arts and crafts, housewares, gifts and souvenirs.<br />
Spring Street Antique Mall<br />
Over 120 dealers offering antique pottery,<br />
furniture, tools, collectibles and more.<br />
http://springstreetantiquemallinthehills.com<br />
Hocking Hills Market<br />
A collection of shops offering antiques, crafts and<br />
other merchandise.<br />
http://www.hockinghillsmarket.com<br />
Midwest Glassware Outlet<br />
A large 9,000 square foot showroom of glassware,<br />
china, crystal, bakeware, vases, jars, votives and<br />
more.<br />
http://www.midwestglasswareoutlet.com<br />
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Work up an appetite exploring the beautiful Hocking Hills? Make sure to visit Kindred Spirits, the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls<br />
Restaurant, for the best casual fine dining in the Hocking Hills. Or if you’re out and about, try one of our other suggestions for<br />
a quick bite.<br />
Kindred Spirits at the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls<br />
For fine dining in a casual atmosphere, Kindred Spirits at the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls is a must. With a<br />
menu that changes seasonally, our restaurant uses only the best ingredients including locally grown produce.<br />
http://innatcedarfalls.com/restaurant/<br />
Hocking Hills Dining Lodge<br />
Family style restaurant offering classic menu items<br />
using fresh local ingredients.<br />
http://hockinglodge.com<br />
The Ridge Inn<br />
Homemade soups, sandwiches, salads, baked goods.<br />
Millstone BBQ<br />
Southern BBQ smoked onsite.<br />
http://www.millstonebbq.com<br />
Pizza Crossing<br />
Homemade pizza, sandwiches, salads and pasta.<br />
http://www.pizzacrossing.com<br />
http://www.theridgeinnrestaurant.com/<br />
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Beer & Wine Fest<br />
Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls | June & September<br />
In June and September come try a variety of wine and beer from local companies while you enjoy light<br />
appetizers and listen to a local band.<br />
http://innatcedarfalls.com/restaurant/wine-tasting/<br />
Annual Winter Hike<br />
Hocking Hills State Park | January<br />
Each January, take in the splendor of winter in the<br />
Hocking Hills with a hike through Hocking Hills<br />
State Park.<br />
Shoot the Hills<br />
Hocking Hills State Park | April<br />
An annual competition drawing photographers<br />
from all around to compete for prizes.<br />
http://www.shootthehills.com/<br />
http://parks.ohiodnr.gov/hockinghills<br />
Nelsonville Music Festival<br />
Nelsonville | Late May-Early June<br />
Produced by Stuart’s Opera House, this music<br />
festival features performances from well-known<br />
artists on several stages.<br />
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http://www.nelsonvillefest.org
Washboard Music Festival<br />
Logan | June<br />
A unique music festival celebrating the washboard<br />
as a musical instrument.<br />
http://www.washboardmusicfestival.com<br />
Lilyfest<br />
Rockbridge | July<br />
A gardening festival with gardening displays,<br />
demonstrations, local artists and food vendors.<br />
http://www.lilyfest.com<br />
Laurelville Fireman’s Old Time<br />
Festival<br />
Laurelville | July<br />
Festival celebrating the Laurelville Volunteer<br />
Fire Department featuring a parade, pageants,<br />
performances, food and rides.<br />
Indian Run<br />
Hocking Hills State Park | September<br />
Annual event featuring 5k, 10k, 20k, 40k and 60k<br />
races.<br />
http://www.explorehockinghills.com/<br />
activities/indian-run.aspx<br />
Lancaster Music Festival<br />
Lancaster | July<br />
Yearly music festival that promotes artistic<br />
creativity and classical music.<br />
http://www.lancasterfestival.org<br />
Circleville Pumpkin Show<br />
Circleville | October<br />
A fall celebration featuring a pumpkin contest and<br />
exhibit, pageants, rides, performances, a parade<br />
and the “world’s largest” pumpkin pie.<br />
http://www.pumpkinshow.com<br />
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Make your time in the Hocking Hills truly exceptional by staying with us at the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls. Whether you decide<br />
to stay in one of our Inn Guest B&B Rooms, Cottages or Cabin Rentals, the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls will provide you with<br />
the finest accommodations in the Hocking Hills. Our Select Registry property offers luxurious amenities like fine soaps, lotions<br />
and plush robes.<br />
Inn Guest B&B Rooms<br />
Our nine Inn Guest B&B Rooms offer the quintessential bed and breakfast experience. Each is thoughtfully<br />
decorated with country antiques and features a writing desk, small refrigerator and private bath. Our Inn<br />
Guest B&B Rooms have either queen size or twin beds.<br />
http://innatcedarfalls.com/lodging/#inn_guest_rooms<br />
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Our cottages provide the perfect setting for a romantic getaway. Each is set on two acres of wooded land and feature whirlpool<br />
tubs, gas fireplaces and private decks. Cottages have either king or queen beds. Pet Friendly cottages are available with advanced<br />
reservations for your dog.*<br />
http://innatcedarfalls.com/lodging/#cottages<br />
*We welcome quiet, non-aggressive dogs of 75 lbs. or less.<br />
For our detailed Pet Policy, click here:<br />
http://innatcedarfalls.com/policies/<br />
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Our Hocking Hills 1800s log cabins have beautiful views of nature. Each has its own distinct character with features like porch<br />
swings, whirlpool tubs, gas log stoves. Flat screen televisions suitable for DVD use only are available in the cabins. Cabins that<br />
are pet friendly or handicap accessible are noted.<br />
Dogwood Cabin (2-4 People)<br />
http://innatcedarfalls.com/rooms/dogwoodcabin/<br />
Strong Wolf Cabin (2 People) *Pet Friendly<br />
http://innatcedarfalls.com/rooms/strong-wolfcabin/<br />
Hickory Hollow Cabin (2-6 People)<br />
http://innatcedarfalls.com/rooms/hickoryhollow-cabin/<br />
Tree House Cabin (1-2 People)<br />
http://innatcedarfalls.com/rooms/tree-housecabin/<br />
Redbud Cabin (2-4 People) *Handicap<br />
Accessible<br />
http://innatcedarfalls.com/rooms/redbud-cabin/<br />
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Amenities<br />
Spa<br />
The Spa at Cedar Falls is a luxurious retreat offering a range of treatment options for guests. Spa services<br />
include traditional massages, mud wraps, hot stone massage, reflexology and much more. Let us pamper<br />
you and restore your spirit.<br />
http://innatcedarfalls.com/spa/<br />
Surrounded by the natural wonder of the Hocking Hills, the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls is a rustic oasis located in Logan,<br />
OH. No matter how long you stay, the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls will take care of your needs. Our Inn Guest B&B Rooms,<br />
Cottages and Cabins offer travelers the perfect respite from the stresses of the outside world. Begin each morning with a full<br />
homemade breakfast prepared with care in our kitchen. The Inn & Cedar Falls restaurant, Kindred Spirits, is also open for lunch<br />
and dinner, so you don’t even have to leave the property if you prefer not to. And to indulge in some truly luxurious pampering,<br />
schedule a treatment at our Spa.<br />
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When you choose the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls, you<br />
will experience the best of the Hocking Hills and<br />
leave with a renewed spirit and energy. For more<br />
information and assistance with bookings, please call<br />
1.800.653.2557 or visit http://innatcedarfalls.<br />
com. We look forward to you staying with us soon!<br />
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