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Distance
0.63 miles
Elevation Gain
102 ft
Route Type
Loop
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Forest
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Waterfall
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Added by Elyse Clark
A popular hike through the gorge leading to waterfalls and a sandstone cave.
Take the Rim Trail in Hocking Hills State Park, which descends into the deep gorge and takes you alongside a stream as you head towards a number of cascades and interesting rock faces.
Rim Trail can be linked to Cedar Falls, as well, or from the Upper Falls you can take Grandma Gatewood Trail for a 6 miles trail through the park. This is the site of the annual Hocking Winter Hike in January, which can see as many as 5,500 people on the trail.
Keep en eye out for the detour to Lower Falls as well, it's worth it.
Camping and lodging are also available nearby.
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Mercedes Simendinger
8/26/2025
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Angela Meadows
8/2/2025
Well Maintained
Amazing Views
Great Conditions
Well Marked
Not Crowded
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Shawnee Messer
12/24/2021
Need a handicap assessable way to the devils bathtub
It’s not fun for all
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Amelia Walker
7/2/2020
The Hocking Hills Must-See!
Old Man Cave is one of the best and most well known hikes in the beautiful Hocking Hills State Park; a must see if ...
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Maggie Donohoo
9/3/2019
Fun for the whole family
This is hands-down the best viewpoint/hike in Hocking Hills State Park. The trail is short, well-marked, well-maintained and doable for all ages/skill levels. Old ...
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Abby Shepard
11/14/2017
Incredible park
Hocking Hills is an amazing state park and this is my favorite trail! Old Man's Cave is breathtaking, and a must see spot. The ...
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Matt Van Swol
8/25/2016
BEST PLACE IN OHIO
GUYS. Listen...if you want to be blown away by a state park...go here.
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7/18/2016
Hocking Hills tip!
I've been here MANY times throughout my life, and it's definitely a place to visit in Ohio. I recommend going early in the morning ...
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Sarah Vaughn
3/31/2016
Must-See
Old Man's Cave is definitely the most popular portion of Hocking Hills, especially due to the easy access. To avoid crowds make sure you ...
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Jonathan Serf
2/5/2016
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