Cantwell Cliffs- Hocking Hills State Park
Cantwell Cliffs is one of the six major areas of Hocking Hills State Park - Old Man's Cave, Ash Cave, Rock House, Conkle's Hollow, Cedar Falls and Cantwell Cliffs. Each of the park areas offers a unique experience for those who walk its paths. From hemlock-lined trails, to huge rock formation, waterfalls to rock bridges, guests to the park are sure to treasure their explorations for years to come. Rich in forested areas and natural wonders, there are over 25 miles of hiking trails in the Hocking Hills State Park system.
Ash Cave | Cedar Falls | Old Man's Cave | Conkle's Hollow | Cantwell Cliffs | Rock House
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The Look: Winding narrow passages, steep inclines and
a mysterious rock shelter makes Cantwell Cliffs an exciting place to
visit.
Kids love the passages and wildflower enthusiasts will be floored by the numbers of species in the spring. As always, cliff areas are not safe for pets and children!
Old Man's Cave has access to visitor center for wheelchairs.
There is no swimming allowed in the waterfalls or creeks. All hikers must remain on the designated trails. Hikers cannot walk randomly in the woods, jump on rocks or hang on cliff edges.
Pets must always be on a leash not more than 6 feet in length and directly under owner's supervision. In other words, you must be holding the dog with the leash. Please bring baggies to clean up your dog's feces. There are few or no trash cans in the park. There are cliff areas in all the parks, please use caution if you must take your pet or children.
Directions: From Logan
Take State Route 33 north toward Lancaster and then to State Route 374 Interesting things to look for: Cantwell Cliffs offer hikers some of the most colorful in the fall. In the spring, it's touted for a wide array of wildflowers. But compared to most of the other trails, it is more remote if you wish to pass fewer hikers on hot, summer days. A winding trail follows a narrow passageway and ends in a rock shelter. The trail is about a mile and takes 1- 1 1/12 hours to hike.
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The Hocking Hills Region is located in the Midwest US settled into the edges of Appalachia's Southeastern Ohio. It is known for its wilderness areas, unique rock formations, cascading waterfalls, breathtaking cliff edges and the many cabins and cottages tucked into its hillsides to escape the everyday. It encompasses such natural areas as Lake Hope State Park, Wayne National Forest, Zaleski State Forest, Hocking State Forest and a few Columbus Metroparks. One of the largest visited park systems in Ohio is Hocking Hills State Park located within this region. There are over 25 miles of hiking trails including those at Old Man's Cave, Cedar Falls and Ash Cave.
