Old Man's Cave Cabin Rental Events
2008 Special Events
43rd 3rd 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.
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Most of the state parks in the area have at
least a seasonal naturalist providing outdoor educational programs. You can
plan a trip around a special event or just come and enjoy the programs each
park offers.
Lake
Logan- This park is not
far from State Route 33 and has boat docks. Stocked with crappie and
saugeye, it's touted as one of the best fishing spots in Ohio. There are
places to picnic and a beach.
30443 Lake Logan Road
Logan, Ohio 43138
(740) 385-3444 Park Office
 Hocking
State Forest- 99 acres of this forest have been set aside for
rock climbing and rappelling.
19275 S.R. 374
Rockbridge, Ohio 43149
740-385-4402
Tar Hollow State Park-Camping, boating,
fishing and hunting are Tar Hollow's claim to fame. A section of the Buckeye
Trail passes through the area.
16396 Tar Hollow Road
Laurelville, Ohio 43135
(740) 887-4818
Tar Hollow State Forest-Ohio's third
largest state forest with over 22 miles of trails and a 48 site horse camp.
124 North Ridge Road
Waverly, Ohio 45690-9513
740-663-2523
Zaleski State Forest-Best known for
its 23.5 acre backpacking trail and 10 mile day loop.
 S.R.
278
Zaleski, Ohio 45698-0330
740-596-5781
Lake Hope State Park-Just outside Zaleski,
Ohio. Visitors to the park can still see a part of the Hope Iron Furnace and
stroll past the famous "haunted" Moonville Tunnel. There are over 17 miles
of trails, a campground and cottages too.
27331 State Route 278
McArthur, OH 45651
(740) 596-5253 |
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