Local Area Attractions Near Hocking Hills KOA Holiday

Conveniently located in the Hocking Hills region, we are just 3 miles from Old Man's Cave with other park locations within a 12 mile radius of our KOA. Our location makes us a great choice as your base camp during your Hocking Hills stay. Entrance into all state parks are FREE but we ask that all our visitors take a pledge with us- to love Hocking Hills by visiting responsibly.

Hocking Hills Gem Mine & Gold Rush

Hocking Hills Gem Mine & Gold Rush

Discover gem mining in the Hocking Hills right here at our KOA. Purchase your rough at the camp store, then take your bucket to the sluice and find your treasures. We now also offer gold panning for those who want to experience the thrill of finding real gold. Open to the public. Call for information on group discounts.

29150 Pattor Rd

Logan, OH 43138

740-385-4295

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Hocking Hills State Parks

Hocking Hills State Parks

This is what it is all about and over 4 million visitors a year come to see. Entrance into Hocking Hills State Park is FREE and boasts over 25 miles of hiking trails, pristine waterfalls, awesome rock formations, abundant wildlife and public rappelling (Old Man's Cave, Ash Cave, Cedar Falls, Rockhouse, Conkle's Hollow, Cantwell Cliffs, Lake Logan). If you have never been here maybe it's time to see why so many people come, and then come back - again and again.

John Glen Astronomy Park

John Glen Astronomy Park

Learn about universe and explore celestial objects with our telescopes. The view through our 28-inch “Wow!” telescope is spectacular!

If you'd like to attend a program, please reserve a free parking spot on our reservation site, here:

http;//registration.jgap.org

20531 OH-664

Logan, OH 43138

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Hocking Hills Winery

Hocking Hills Winery

Hocking Hills Winery provides the region with a friendly gathering place for visitors to enjoy the company of their friends and family, experiencing family-produced, quality wine that will endure for generations to come.

?30402 Freeman Road

Logan, OH 43138

740-385-7117

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Clear Creek Metro Park

Clear Creek Metro Park

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. Forested areas range from Canadian hemlocks and ferns, to oak and hickory, to Ohio's last remaining colonies of rhododendron. Home to Ohio's largest state nature preserve.

185 Clear Creek Rd

Lancaster, OH 43130

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Hocking Hills Fudge

Hocking Hills Fudge

Handcrafted in the heart of Hocking Hills, Ohio, our fudge has been building a reputation since 2015 and since then we have sold over 20,000 pounds! We offer a variety of classic flavors along with unique options you might not expect. We have a flavor for everyone, even those of you who say you don't like fudge! Come in and try a free sample!

29150 Pattor Rd

Logan, OH 43138

740-385-4295

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Our million dollar view!

Our million dollar view!

Enjoy the scenic view from on top of our hill. As one of the oldest Class A campgrounds in Hocking Hills we are known for our "KOA" name. Come check out our clean and modern facilities while discovering the Hocking Hills region.

Cork & Tap Excursions

Cork & Tap Excursions

Cork & Tap Excursions, LLC officially started in 2021 providing safe and reliable transportation between wineries and breweries in different parts of central, East central, and Southeastern Ohio. Since we started, we have gotten to know more than 200 of you personally and helped you create memories, laughs and lots of good times. Today, we are doing that and helping plan life changing events while out giving our guests the opportunity to experience fine Ohio Wines along with stunning vistas of the rolling hills of Ohio's Appalachian region and beyond. We also have a strong desire to help our customers appreciate all the great wines, beers and spirits that the crafts people at all of our stops create. They truly are gifted at their craft and encourage everyone to experience their talents.

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Hocking Hills Canopy Tours

Hocking Hills Canopy Tours

Hocking Hills Canopy Tours is committed to “state-of-the-art” outdoor adventures, with an emphasis on SAFETY first. To this end, we invest in, practice, and comply with the safety standards in the industry.

10714 Jackson Street

Rockbridge, OH 43149

740-385-2266

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Hocking Hills Tourism Association

Hocking Hills Tourism Association

Find the information you need on the Hocking Hills region thanks to the Hocking Hills Tourism Association. View information online or have one of their handy visitor guides mailed to you.

13178 St Rte 664

Logan, OH 43138

800-462-5464

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Wayne National Forest Trails

Wayne National Forest Trails

There are 300 miles of trails on the Wayne National Forest open to hiking, mountain biking, ATV and horseback riding.

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On Guard Shooting Range

On Guard Shooting Range

On Guard Defense is NOT your typical shooting range.  Safety comes first & the fun follows! Instructors and Range Safety Officers are always present on the ranges to keep everyone safe and offer help when you need it.  From new shooters that might need more individualized attention to experienced shooters that want to draw from the holster or engage multiple targets...they can do that! So grab your friends & come on out!  

  • If you're bringing your own guns and gear and just want to throw some lead down range, the cost is $35 / person for up to 2 hours on range for adults and $20 per minor child.  Additional hours @ $15 / shooter.
  • Gun Rentals - No gun?  No problem!  Our handguns rent for a flat fee of $15 and long guns rent for $20.  If you want to rent multiple guns, you can choose any three and pay a discounted rate of $40.
  • Pistol Package Includes 2 hours on range, one handgun from our rental fleet, loaner eye/ear protection, paper & steel targets.  Ammo sold separately; prices vary by caliber. - $45 
  • Rifle Package Includes 2 hours range rental, one rifle from our rental fleet, loaner eye/ear protection, paper & steel targets.  Ammo sold separately; prices vary by caliber. - $50

66211 Bethel Rd

New Plymouth, OH 45654

740-596-1984

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Columbus Washboard Factory

Columbus Washboard Factory

The Columbus Washboard Company has been making washboards since 1895 and is the only manufacturer still operating in the United States of America today. This site features our products, our traditional construction methods and history, washboard uses and our Annual Washboard Music Festival.

The Columbus Washboard Company offers washboards with a variety of rubbing surfaces including spiral metal, galvanized, stainless steel, brass, and glass. The company also offers chalk, cork, and mirror surfaces. All of these boards are hand assembled one at a time with equipment dating back to the 1900's.

Peaking at 1,287,757 washboards made in 1941, today's washboards are still used for hand scrubbing just like your Grandmother did. They are also used as decorative pieces for laundry rooms and kitchens, as furniture accents, and as a musical instrument

Free tours Monday-Friday 9am to 3 pm.

Boch Hollow Nature Preserve

Boch Hollow Nature Preserve

Located in northern Hocking County at the edge of the Hocking Hills Region, Boch Hollow provides an excellent opportunity to see a wide diversity of habitats ranging from riparian corridors, mature wooded hills, ridges, and old field remnants. The most notable botanical feature at Boch Hollow is the extensive population of the Federally Endangered Running Buffalo Clover – the largest such population in Ohio.Unique among Ohio's preserves is the mission of Boch Hollow to serve as an educational site for hands-on environmental education of Appalachian Ohio ecology. Primarily geared toward local school children, the staff also provides programs to the general public as well as various civic and environmental organizations.

7000 Beach Camp Rd

Logan, OH 43138

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Techumseh! Outdoor Historical Drama

Techumseh! Outdoor Historical Drama

Witness the epic life story of the legendary Shawnee leader as he struggles to defend his sacred homelands in the Ohio country during the late 1700's. TECUMSEH! has been labeled as one of the most mesmerizing dramas in the nation.The huge, outdoor stages of the Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre afford the audience a unique viewing experience.  Sit beneath the stars as sheer spectacle surrounds you with a herd of galloping horses, live military cannon in action, and the most dazzling battle sequences offered on the American stage.

5968 Marietta Rd

Chillicothe, OH 45601

740-775-0700

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Lake Hope State Park

Lake Hope State Park

A natural paradise, 2,983-acre Lake Hope State Park lies entirely within the 26,824-acre Zaleski State Forest in the valley of Big Sandy Run. It is a rugged, heavily forested region traversed by steep gorges and narrow ridges. Remnants of abandoned mining and iron producing industries amid the beautiful scenery provide interest and pleasure for hikers, photographers, nature lovers and historians alike at one of Ohio's most historic and scenic state parks.

27331 State Route 278

McArthur, OH 45651

The Buckeye Trail

The Buckeye Trail

The Buckeye Trail Association maintains and promotes the 1400-mile Buckeye Trail, which encircles most of Ohio (and), following canal towpaths, rivers, lakeshores and historic pioneer trails.

Hocking Hills area

Logan, OH 43782

740-394-2008

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Hocking Hills Moonshine

Hocking Hills Moonshine

Hocking County's only moonshine distillery. Come in and take our free tour to watch moonshine being made and learn the history of prohibition. You can also sample our selections for a small fee before deciding to buy.

55 South Spring Street

Logan, OH 43138

740-347-9044

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Hocking Hills Horse Rides

Hocking Hills Horse Rides

Want a real western experience? For no additional charge, you can groom, tack, and feed your horse after a fun ride. All you need to do is come an hour and a half early, if you have the morning ride. If you have the afternoon ride, plan on staying about an hour an a half later.

23764 Big Pine Rd

South Bloomingville, OH 43152

740-603-0193

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Hockhocking-Adena Bikeway

Hockhocking-Adena Bikeway

The 19-mile Hockhocking Adena Bikeway is named in honor of the first inhabitants of this southeastern Ohio region. "Hockhocking," which means "bottleneck" or "twisted," was the native Indian name for the Hocking River; Adena reflects the history of the Adena Indians who lived in the Hocking Valley over 2,000 years ago.
We invite you to explore the bikeway's history and beauty by bike, foot, wheelchair, rollerblades or other forms of non-motorized transportation (no horseback riding permitted.)
The Hockhocking Adena Bikeway is located on the old Columbus and Hocking Valley Railroad bed. Construction of the rail line between Columbus and Athens was completed in July 1870.

Inner Wisdom Wellness - Spa & Wellness

Inner Wisdom Wellness - Spa & Wellness

Here, we take a holistic approach to helping you or your organization access wellness and personal development, by reconnecting with your inner wisdom to achieve wellness, balance and transformation.To assist you we offer a variety of services to in compass all aspects of who you are and support you in moving forward with your own goals and dreams.We invite you to relax with a luxurious massage in our tranquil studio or let us come to you! We provide an array of options.Are you feeling stressed or thinking of making a life change? We offer different coaching packages to assist you and open your vision to what you want to create in your life.We offer organizational trainings for groups from 10 to 500 either in person or remotely. We offer mindful leadership, stress reduction, compassion fatigue.Looking for a retreat? Join us for our Journey into Wellness or Journey into Transformation retreats offered in person and virtual. Begin your journey today.Whatever your needs; body work, coaching, yoga, training or retreats we can assist you on your wellness or transformational journey.

We will do provide in cabin services upon request.

53 West 2nd Street

2nd Flood

Logan, OH 43138

740-603-3399

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Ohio's Windy 9

Ohio's Windy 9

If you are a  bike riding enthusiast, this is for you!

Athens Ohio, Home of Ohio's Windy 9 is a scenic and exciting ride through the hills and valleys of southeast Ohio.  There are nine routes which span from Somerset to the north to Gallipolis to the south.  Each route is distinctly different and showcases the abundant natural beauty of southeast Ohio.

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HOCKING HILLS ESCAPE GAMES

HOCKING HILLS ESCAPE GAMES

We offer escape rooms in the heart of the Hocking Hills.  Our goal is to provide you with a fun, interactive, and challenging experience.  Whether you want to test your wits by yourself, or are looking for a team-building experience for your company, we can help!

53 S. Spring Street

Logan, OH 43138

740-603-4842

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HOCKING HILLS SAUNA PODS

HOCKING HILLS SAUNA PODS

Book a barrel-shaped, cedar sauna featuring a floor-to-ceiling fish-eye window facing a Hocking Hills view. Drive right up – no hiking required. Step through the changing chamber, to the sauna – hot and waiting! Seats four. Bring music to connect to the Blutooth speakers and experiment with the built-in mood lighting. Pick up bottled water and towels at check-in.

18905 St. Rt. 664 S

Logan, OH 43138

740-249-1283

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HOCKING HILLS ADVENTURE TREKS

HOCKING HILLS ADVENTURE TREKS

TrekNetwork offers easy access to nature that never looks the same twice. We're adventure guides, naturalists, artists and team building experts. With over forty professional guides we offer a huge variety of outdoor recreation and experiential learning activities for couples, families and groups of all kinds. Every trek we offer is a nature experience led by guides who explain the geology, biology, forest edibles and wildlife as you go.  They foster enthusiasm for nature and create individualized treks that everyone will enjoy.  Our lead guides for climbing and rappelling include American Mountain Guide Association (AMGA) certified Single Pitch instructors (SPI's), US Army veterans, professional rescue team members and rock enthusiasts.  Most of our treks occur in the Hocking State Forest.  It's a much larger space and takes time to explore.  State forest land is also more relaxed allowing us to get off the beaten path, avoid crowds, discover hidden gems, sample and collect things where permitted, climb, hike, rappel, discover and enjoy.  Find your way around with us and you're free to return on your own and share it with others.Whether you're flying solo, visiting as a couple or family or gathering together with friends or business colleagues everything we do is a private event just for your group.  Treks can be booked as stand alone events or combined to create unique outings that will appeal to everyone.  We trek year-round and today is a great day to be in the woods!

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Muddy Boots Petting Farm

Muddy Boots Petting Farm

Muddy Boots Farm is a place with many adventures from meeting the animals, family fun pic-nics or even plan you family event here. Like a wedding, family reunion or school field trip.

28310 Moccasin Rd

Laurelville, OH 43135

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BURY THE AXE

BURY THE AXE

Try the finest indoor axe throwing around! Located beside Hungry Buffalo Restaurant & Gift Shop. We hope to see you soon!

12762 Grey St

Logan, OH 43138

740-380-0088

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Love Hocking Hills

Love Hocking Hills

Check out the 12 ways to Love Hocking Hills and join us in taking the pledge to love it responsibly!:
I will do my homework and visit prepared.
I will dress for the trail and not the catwalk.
I will stay on the trails at ALL times.
I will etch my memory, not the trees or caves.
I will take only pictures and leave only footprints.
I will remain in one piece by leaving wildlife in peace. 
I will scoop the poop, pick up after my pooch, and carry it out.
I will play nice with fellow visitors.
I will camp only on permitted surfaces and be responsible with my campfire.
I will be part of the solution, not the pollution.

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