There are plenty of pet friendly areas at Hocking Hills State Park. There are some of park programs like night hikes and birds of prey programs that pets are not allowed to attend-usually for safety purposes. Please check ahead of time to make sure you can bring your pet to a scheduled program or event. The park does schedule special dog walks in the campground and at Rose Lake.

And. . .just remember to keep your pet on a leash and bring fresh water for a rest during your hikes!

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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