How Long Does it Take to go Through Hocking Hills State Park?

We think you need about 2.5 days to get a good view of Hocking Hills State Park but, stick around as we share a few options for you and your brood. Let’s Get Started.

The number of days you need to visit Hocking Hills State Park depends on your interests and what you want to experience while you're there. Hocking Hills State Park is located in Southeastern Ohio about 40 minutes from Columbus, and offers a variety of outdoor activities and natural attractions, including hiking, waterfalls, caves, and scenic overlooks. Here are some factors to consider when planning your visit based on the days you have available.

What if I only have one day to visit Hocking Hills?

Hike to Old Man's Cave which includes Upper Falls, Devil's Bathtub, and Lower Falls    • 20 Things You MUST Know About Old Man...  

The Hike to Ash Cave to see the largest recess cave in the Eastern United States    • What is the Easiest Hike in Hocking H...  

Hike Cedar Falls for the third hike of the day to the most reliable waterfall in Hocking Hills.    • Are There Waterfalls in Hocking Hills...  

But, What if I have two days to visit Hocking Hills?

Hike the original 3 on day one but add the hike to Whispering Cave is you have the ability and time.

Hike Cantwell Cliffs first thing in the morning    • How Difficult is Cantwell Cliffs in H...  

Then Hike Rock House to the only real cave in Hocking Hills    • What is the Only True Cave In Hocking...  

Finish at Conkle's Hollow Nature Preserve. Hike the gorge trail for sure but add the rim trail for sweeping views and more forest.    • Conkle's Hollow Trail Guide & The #1 ...  

For other things to do in Hocking Hills check out Hocking Hills Canopy Tours. https://www.hockinghillscanopytours.com/

Also check out the local restaurants and bars.

With 3 or more days in Hocking Hills check out these nature preserves for more hikes.
Rockbridge State Nature Preserve, https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-...
Boch Hollow State Nature Preserve, https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-...
Wahkeena State Nature Preserve. https://ohiodnr.gov/go-and-do/plan-a-...

If you are more of a night owl consider the John Glenn Astronomy Park. https://jgap.info/ The park is open and available 24 hours a day 7 days a week except for special events. You are welcome to bring your own optics and cameras and check their schedule for special programs Friday and Saturday nights from March to November. View the night sky here in a place free of light pollution where you can see the milky way galaxy with or without a telescope.

The Visitor's Center is also new in 2019.

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0:00 How long does it take to go through Hocking Hills State Park?
0:32 Is one Day Enough for Hocking Hills?
0:39 Old Man's Cave
1:29 Ash Cave
2:08 Cedar Falls
2:46 Is Two Days Enough Hocking Hills?
3:18 Cantwell Cliffs
3:41 Rock House
4:24 Conkle's Hollow
5:08 What Else is There to do in Hocking Hills?
5:14 Hocking Hills Canopy Tours
6:24 Is 3 Days Enough for Hocking Hills?
6:31 Lake Logan State Park & Campbell Cove Campground
7:18 Ohio State Nature Preserves
7:41 John Glenn Astronomy Park
8:06 Hocking Hills Visitor's Center