Hocking Hills (Old Man’s Cave)
Recessed caves, gorges & falls in the Midwest
A surprise of deep hemlock gorges, recessed caves, and waterfalls carved into the sandstone of southeast Ohio — the Midwest’s answer to slot-canyon country. Old Man’s Cave after a rain is the headliner, with Ash Cave and Cedar Falls close behind.
The shot
Old Man’s Cave gorge after rain.
Nearby & worth pairing
- Ash Cave
- Cedar Falls
- Conkle’s Hollow
- Rock House
Access, fees, permits, and tour availability change with the season and the managing agency (tribal park, state park, BLM, or NPS) — confirm current rules and reservations before you go, tread lightly on sacred and fragile sites, and pack out everything you bring.
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