Sightseeing
Wahkeena, named with a Yakama (a tribe in the Pacific Northeast) word meaning “most beautiful,” is located on the edge of the Hocking Hills. This outdoor education area is used for nature study and is a preserve for birds and other wildlife. Wahkeena Nature Preserve is one of 58 sites owned by the Ohio History Connection, a private, non-profit organization. Wahkeena is managed by the Fairfield County Park District and supported by the Ohio Association of Garden Clubs.
Wahkeena Nature Preserve
2200 Pump Station Rd SEWahkeena, named with a Yakama (a tribe in the Pacific Northeast) word meaning “most beautiful,” is located on the edge of the Hocking Hills. This outdoor education area is used for nature study and is a preserve for birds and other wildlife. Wahkeena Nature Preserve is one of 58 sites owned by the Ohio History Connection, a private, non-profit organization. Wahkeena is managed by the Fairfield County Park District and supported by the Ohio Association of Garden Clubs.
Ohio's largest state nature preserve. Clear Creek Metro Park features over 5,300 acres of woodland interspersed with blackhand sandstone cliffs, ravines and creeks and is home to more than 2,200 species of plants and animals.
21 locals recommend
Clear Creek Metro Park
185 Clear Creek RdOhio's largest state nature preserve. Clear Creek Metro Park features over 5,300 acres of woodland interspersed with blackhand sandstone cliffs, ravines and creeks and is home to more than 2,200 species of plants and animals.
Two recommended hikes are:
1) Lower Trail is a ¾ mile long, wheelchair-accessible trail. It takes about 1 hour to hike the trail.
2) Upper Trail is a one-way trail that is 2 miles long. This hike may be considered strenuous for those who are not physically fit, do not hike regularly, or have health issues such as knee surgeries or heart problems. It involves a moderate to steep incline, uneven steps, 70 to 100-foot cliff drops, paths with visible roots, and steep terrain. It is not suitable for young children, unfit adults, or pets.
62 locals recommend
Conkles Hollow State Nature Preserve
24858 Big Pine RdTwo recommended hikes are:
1) Lower Trail is a ¾ mile long, wheelchair-accessible trail. It takes about 1 hour to hike the trail.
2) Upper Trail is a one-way trail that is 2 miles long. This hike may be considered strenuous for those who are not physically fit, do not hike regularly, or have health issues such as knee surgeries or heart problems. It involves a moderate to steep incline, uneven steps, 70 to 100-foot cliff drops, paths with visible roots, and steep terrain. It is not suitable for young children, unfit adults, or pets.
Lake Logan State Park is secluded and offers a 400-acre lake for boating as well as prime hiking, fishing, and hunting opportunities.
39 locals recommend
Lake Logan State Park
Lake Logan State Park is secluded and offers a 400-acre lake for boating as well as prime hiking, fishing, and hunting opportunities.
Activities
High Rock Adventures – Hocking Hills Eco tours – 10 min drive
Highrockadventures.com
740-385-9886
10108 Opossum Hollow Rd. Rockbridge, OH 43149
Offers rock climbing, rappelling and ecotours.
16 locals recommend
High Rock Adventures - Hocking Hills Ecotours
10108 Opossum Hollow RdHigh Rock Adventures – Hocking Hills Eco tours – 10 min drive
Highrockadventures.com
740-385-9886
10108 Opossum Hollow Rd. Rockbridge, OH 43149
Offers rock climbing, rappelling and ecotours.
Ultimate Zipline Adventures – 21 min drive
Ziplineohio.com
740-218-1029
15103 OH-664 Scenic, Logan, OH 43138
10 locals recommend
Ultimate Zipline Adventures
15103 OH-664 ScenicUltimate Zipline Adventures – 21 min drive
Ziplineohio.com
740-218-1029
15103 OH-664 Scenic, Logan, OH 43138
Eagles Nest Disc Golf Course – 8 min drive
3171-3495 Old Logan Rd SE, Lancaster, OH 43130
Eagle's Nest Disc Golf Course DGC
3171-3495 Old Logan Rd SEEagles Nest Disc Golf Course – 8 min drive
3171-3495 Old Logan Rd SE, Lancaster, OH 43130
Food scene
Hocking Hills Winery
30402 Freeman RdEnjoy the local wine.
Shopping
Hockinghouse.com
740-385-4166
29580 Big Pine Rd #9078, Logan, OH 43138
6 locals recommend
Hocking House Fine Craft Gallery & Art Gardens
29580 Big Pine RdHockinghouse.com
740-385-4166
29580 Big Pine Rd #9078, Logan, OH 43138
Delmatto Glass Studio – 19 min drive
(recommend calling before going)
Delmattoglass.com
740-385-8036
32201 Logan Horns Mill Rd, Logan, OH 43138
32201 Logan Horns Mill Rd
32201 Logan Horns Mill RoadDelmatto Glass Studio – 19 min drive
(recommend calling before going)
Delmattoglass.com
740-385-8036
32201 Logan Horns Mill Rd, Logan, OH 43138