A Gocation Life destination
Hocking Hills, Ohio
A cool, peaceful gorge walk beneath towering cliff faces.
Come along with us ↓01 / FIND
We were looking for a peaceful walk that would take less than an hour—somewhere with trees, a creek, and a mostly flat grade that older visitors could comfortably enjoy.
Conkles Hollow gave us exactly that: an easier walk with a genuine Hocking Hills sense of adventure.
“The walk was great, and it was cool in the gorge. The scenery—with those tall cliff faces—was outstanding.”
— What stood out to us
WHAT WE FOUND
The Lower Gorge Trail follows the creek beneath a canopy of trees. Even on a warm day, the gorge felt noticeably cooler, while the tall sandstone cliff faces made this manageable walk feel spectacular.
02 / WATCH
Take the easier Lower Gorge Trail with us and see the creek, cool shade, and towering rock walls.
03 / GO
24858 Big Pine Road
Rockbridge, OH 43149
Open during daylight hours.
Check ODNR before visiting.
Use the Lower Gorge Trail from the main parking area for the easier route. Do not confuse it with the strenuous Upper Rim Trail.
The paved Lower Gorge Trail is the gentler option, but outdoor surfaces and conditions can change. Turn around whenever the walk reaches your comfortable limit.
This is a state nature preserve: stay on designated trails, leave plants undisturbed, and note that pets are not permitted.
Conditions and hours can change.
Ohio Department of Natural Resources ↗04 / REPEAT
Hocking Hills, Ohio
Hocking Hills, Ohio
Hocking Hills, Ohio
05 / SUGGEST
We’re always looking for the next back road, hidden waterfall, old mill, or stop worth making.
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