Pro Tips

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Pro Tips

Experience the Winter Hikes of Hocking

Hiking is an experience many people love from the time outdoors to quiet space in nature to breathe in fresh air, everyone has their reasons for heading out on the trails. Winter hikes in Hocking Hills can be just as refreshing, and challenging, as the popular summer hikes. Find out where people hike and how […]

Check Out These Amazing Wineries Near Hocking Hills

A visit to Hocking Hills, Ohio would not be complete without some time outdoors. Most people visit for the scenic camping, hiking, and other activities. Other people want to come check out the scenery and find themselves in love with the little wineries dotting the rolling hills. Find out why Hocking Hills has some of […]

The Perfect Two-Day Trip in Hocking Hills

Don’t have a lot of time but still seeking an exciting getaway? A two-day Hocking Hills Trip may be right for you! Only 50 minutes outside of Columbus you can find 7 different hiking areas – all of which are relatively short making it easy to visit multiple stops in one day. When To Visit […]

Go Stargazing at the John Glenn Astronomy Park

The John Glenn Astronomy Park (JGAP) is dedicated to sparking an interest in science, learning, and exploration by sharing with visitors the wonders of the sky, both day and night. If you have an interest in the night sky and the beauty of the stars, certainly check out the JGAP while you’re in the hills. […]

The Wildlife of Hocking Hills

An abundance of natural wildlife is something that stands out about the Hocking Hills area of Ohio. The Hocking region is characterized by massive sandstone outcroppings, deep cool gorges, towering hemlocks, and glowing waterfalls. In addition to the natural beauty of the landscape and foliage in this part of the Appalachian basin, a variety of […]

Best Dog-Friendly Trails in Hocking Hills

When hiking in Hocking Hills through miles of beautiful trails, rock formations and waterfalls, you won’t want to leave your four-legged friends behind! Hocking Hills State Park is extremely dog-friendly. Four-legged friends are invited to adventure all over with their human companions, so long as they are well behaved and on a leash. The only […]

Guide to Hiking the Hocking Hills

People come from all over the world to see the beautiful parks and trails of Hocking Hills. Our little slice of the Appalachian basin is home to some of the most enchanting natural rock formations and forest groves in North America. Or at least we’d like to think so. If you’ve come to hike the […]