The Hocking Hills, Ohio's Natural Crown Jewels

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Welcome to Ohio's Hocking Hills, where waterfalls, remarkable hiking trails and amazing wildlife await. Whether it's antiques, fine art, breathtaking scenery, a hike to Old Man's Cave or a getaway in a woodland cabin, you'll find it all just outside Logan in southeast Ohio.

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Our County Name and the Hocking River
Hocking County was named from a shortened version of the Hockhocking River. Hockhocking, in the Delaware tongue, signifies a bottle. In Shawnee, Wea-tha-Kagh-Qua-sepe, meant bottle river. The Hockhocking River had a waterfall of nearly 20 feet located about 6 or 7 miles northwest of Lancaster. Above the falls, the creek was very narrow and straight, forming the "bottle" neck. At the falls the riverbed spread out.


The Hocking enters the county from Good Hope Township in the northwest and then flows southwest, touches Marion Township, continues through Falls and Green Townships, and exits the county through northwestern Starr Township. The river is then in Athens County.

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Each of the six distinct Hocking Hills State Park areas offers its own brand of adventure. Discover the personalities of Old Man’s Cave, Ash Cave, Cedar Falls, Lake Logan and Rock House. Plus, wander Conkle’s Hollow and the Hocking State Forest. Whether your idea of outdoor adventure is a gentle hike in the woods or rappelling down a massive rock face, the Hocking Hills, Ohio tourist attractions are for you. There are more than 10,000 acres of deep forests, hidden trails, soaring cliffs, and sheltering caves.

After exploring the caves, try something new at many other Hocking Hills, Ohio tourist attractions! There are canoe trips down the Hocking River, historic train rides, washboard factory tours, small towns to discover and museums to wander.

Whether you’ve got destination shopping in mind or are “just looking,” you’ll find whatever suits your fancy in the Hocking Hills. From dozens of treasure-filled antique stores to galleries exhibiting works from local artists, it’s all here.

With busy days during your trip to the Hocking Hills, you’ll need to feed your soul at one of our many restaurants. Treat yourself to a family style meal, a gourmet dinner cooked in your cabin or cappuccino at a quaint coffee shop. Corporate planners and wedding parties will find abundant choices for large gatherings, while extended families can share holidays and reunions in an old-fashioned setting all with this complete Hocking Hills, Ohio tourism guide.

Discover Ohio tourism at its best with Hocking Hills, Ohio tourist attractions.