Our Hocking Hills - When it comes right down to it, you want your vacation to include memories lasting a lifetime. Whether your journey to the Hocking Hills is a romantic retreat, a family holiday or a weekend adventure, there are plenty of ways to make your stay unforgettable. Here is our guide to making those memories happen!
Hocking Hills State Park Events - 2008

 

43rd  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.
Hummingbird Hill Cabins offer plenty of places to hike and relax right here on our property. But for roaming outside to explore the Hocking Hills Region, here are a few more natural places to visit on your stay in the Hocking Hills:

Hocking Hills State Park

Over 25 miles hiking trails, year-around nature programs and monthly major events make this one of Ohio's premier parks.

Lake Hope State Park

Home of the historical Hope Iron Furnace, mountain bike trails, a fishing lake and a nature center. For a mix of history and wildlife, Lake Hope State Park is the place to visit.

Hocking State Forest

Remote hiking trails, rock climbing and rappelling and hidden waterfalls make this area a must-see during any visit.

 
     

There are six major hiking regions in Hocking Hills State Park:

Ash Cave-Hemlock-lined trails and a huge waterfall deep within a recess cave.

Cedar Falls-Unique moss-covered rock formations, a cascading waterfall and plenty of hiking.

Old Man's Cave-Cliff edges, waterfalls and distinctive carving in the Blackhand Sandstone from years of water wearing it away.

Cantwell Cliffs-Sheer cliffs, deep valleys and narrow passageways.

Conkle's Hollow-An upper and lower hiking area with cliff edges and awesome rock formations.

Rock House-winding woodland trail leading to the only truly cave-like feature in the park.

Ash Cave has a handicap accessible trail.

Cedar Falls was once home to a grist mill.

Beautiful in all seasons, Old Man's Cave offers unique features.

  

Conkle's Hollow has awesome views for pictures.

Cantwell Cliffs has many wildflower species in spring.

  

Rock House was once said to be a hideout for robbers.
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Hummingbird Hill is located in the Hocking Hills Region of Southeastern Ohio. Not far away are such natural areas as Old Man's Cave, Lake Logan, Lake Hope State Park, Zaleski State Forest and Wayne National Forest.  Far off the beaten path, the Hocking Hills are known for their hiking trails, backpacking areas and one of the last remaining secluded sections of Ohio. Your hosts at Hummingbird Hill  continue the stewardship of the wild areas in the region by maintaining their property with the natural world in mind.

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