Hocking State Forest, State forest in Hocking County, United States
Hocking State Forest spans 9,696 acres of natural terrain with sandstone cliffs, rock shelters, forests, and abundant wildlife in southeastern Ohio.
The forest, established in 1949, contains geological formations from 300 million years ago when ancient rivers flowed into a sea covering present-day Ohio.
Local outdoor enthusiasts participate in multiple activities within the forest, including hiking, horseback riding, rock climbing, camping, and wildlife observation.
The forest maintains 59 miles of hiking trails and 40 miles of bridle paths, with 23 designated horse campsites located throughout the protected area.
Two nature preserves within the forest, Sheick Hollow and Little Rocky Hollow, require special permits for access due to their fragile ecosystems.
Location: Hocking County
GPS coordinates: 39.43330,-82.54170
Latest update: March 9, 2025 23:01
Hocking Hills State Park
385 m
Hocking Valley Scenic Railway Historic District
26.6 km
Tar Hollow State Park
22 km
Zaleski State Forest
19.2 km
Lake Logan State Park
13.2 km
Conkle's Hollow State Nature Preserve
3.8 km
Rockbridge State Nature Preserve
16.2 km
Hope Furnace
20.7 km
Zaleski Mound Group
20.6 km
Cross Mound
25.4 km
Applethorpe Farm
24.1 km
Horn Mound
19.7 km
Karshner Mound
15.5 km
Trinity Episcopal Church
21.3 km
Mt. Olive Road Covered Bridge
16.9 km
Clear Creek
24.4 km
Ratcliffe Mound
21.3 km
Masonic Lodge No. 472
21.1 km
Ash Cave
3.8 km
Lake Hope State Park
19.4 km
Old Man's Cave
141 m
Cantwell Cliffs
12.7 km
Hope Furnace
20.7 km
Ash Cave Fire Tower
3.2 km
Cox Covered Bridge
10.2 km
Haydenville Historic Town
19.2 km
Hocking Valley Railway
26.6 km
Hocking Hills Reservoir
968 mReviews
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