Conkle's Hollow - Hocking Hills State Park
Conkle's Hollow 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: Rugged cliffs, steep ledges and tiny recess
caves make this remote trail a wonderful hike for the adventurous.
There is an upper and lower trail. The lower trail is handicap
accessible. The upper trail is rugged and treacherous with cliff
overhangs.
As always, cliff areas are not safe for pets and children!
Interesting things to look for: Cliffs, a meandering stream, enormous hemlocks and rock formations make the lower hiking trail a wonderful adventure.
The recess cave with a seasonal waterfall at the end makes the trail worth the walk.
Be Careful! I wouldn't recommend taking the kids on the upper level of the trail. Hiking can be hazardous.
Length: The rim is 2 1/2 miles long and the lower trail is about a mile. It takes about an hour and a half to 2 hours to hike the rim or upper trail and about 1 hour to hike the lower trail
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.
There are no pets allowed in Conkle's Hollow. It is an Ohio State Nature Preserve.
From Logan Take State Route 664 to Big Pine Road
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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.
