Ep. 275: Hocking Hills | Ohio RV travel camping hiking

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Hocking Hills is a deeply dissected area of the Allegheny Plateau in central Ohio southeast of Columbus that features cliffs, gorges, rock shelters, and waterfalls, many of which are contained within various units of Hocking Hills State Park. Few of the region's natural wonders can be seen from the road, but most only require a short hike to access. In this week's Grand Adventure we'll explore and hike to the areas around Old Man's Cave, Cedar Falls, Ash Cave and the Ash Cave Fire Tower, and Rock House -- all from our campsite along the shores of Lake Logan.
Filmed: September 9, 2022
CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
1:08 Hiking Old Man's Cave
8:50 Hiking Cedar Falls
10:56 Ash Cave Fire Tower
12:05 Hiking Ash Cave
13:55 Hiking Rock House
17:23 Camping within Hocking Hills State Park
18:06 Campbell Cove RV Park & Campground
21:15 Lake Logan State Park
22:48 Wrap-up and what's next
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@kimlittleton4943 Күн бұрын

I really appreciate that you date what time of year you visit these areas. WE were here in June of 2022....Oh Lordy....it was so crowded you could not enjoy it. We did one hike, and drove to another nearby state park.....and enjoyed some solitude. Timing is everything at these popular parks. Great video. I love your style and enjoy the history you share.....geological history was very nice touch.

@GrandAdventure Күн бұрын

@@kimlittleton4943 We appreciate that, Kim! What you say is very true, timing is everything.

@user-xb5ru2mj1o Жыл бұрын

My father used to take me on trips with him. Now I want to go on such a trip with my family

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

There's no time like now to start planning that trip!

@STF68 Жыл бұрын

I am a SE Ohio RVer. Grew up and live in Marietta, OH. Love our corner of the state and been to Hocking Hills many times. Enjoyed your video.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve!

@CharlesinGA Жыл бұрын

Wow,. Never expected to find anything like this in Ohio of all places!

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Funny, but I made the same comment to a fellow photog from Indiana while hiking Old Man's Cave. She just burst into laughter, saying that she had been thinking the exact same thing.

@bobr7867 Жыл бұрын

Us native Ohioans think the same thing! The Hocking Hills area is truly unique for Ohio - though the state is far more diverse than most people realize. Still, Hocking Hills is amazing and the new lodge and resort is opening this week and it’s stunning from all the pre-press I’ve seen. Marc, thanks for highlighting the area!

@bobr7867 Жыл бұрын

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

@@bobr7867 it was truly our pleasure.

@bobyager8641 Жыл бұрын

Yet another grand video. Thanks Marc!

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thank you as always, Bob!

@joyces3550 Жыл бұрын

Looks alot like our beautiful Missouri Ozarks!!!

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Great point, Joyce. There are indeed similarities.

@ianpalmer1482 Жыл бұрын

Rock Bridge state park only about 30 minutes away. Equally cool to see. Yellow springs near Dayton is also really neat. The town is really artsy and inviting. Wayne national forest has lots of atv and mud running areas. Lots of fun in Ohio. Northeast Ohio is really popular Amish country.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Great tips for our next time in state, Ian. Thank you!

@timothywood3806 Жыл бұрын

Thank so much for your videos!

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

And thank you so much for your viewership!

@tinastheoutsider Жыл бұрын

I loved my visit to the hocking hill's cave it was amazing

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that you enjoyed it as we did, Tina.

@kcdonegan Жыл бұрын

Are you like a historian or geologist or something? You have so much detailed information about everything you talk about. Don’t get me wrong, it’s really great to finally hear someone who takes the time to educate themselves to pass it along to us!! Thank you! ✌🏻👍🏻

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thank you Keegan! We love learning about the areas we visit, so it's only fair that we share that information with our viewers.

@laughingram7287 Жыл бұрын

Ohio….who knew. Definitely not what I remember about Ohio. The Hocking Hills State Park was beautiful. Probably one of the prettiest videos you have put together. So….you didn’t make it to the top of the Ash Cave Fire Tower??? 😞 I was so looking forward to the view. Nice campground. Thanks Marc for sharing. Ram 👍🏼👍🏽

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

LOL Ram! I chickened out from the exposure. If I'm roped up, or have skis on my feet, exposure doesn't bother me so much. Halfway up that fire tower, though, I thought, "That's far enough."

@carlfields Жыл бұрын

Hi Marc. I'm new to the channel and I think your videos are great. I'm happy to see someone showcasing one of the coolest places to visit in Ohio. I have a video of a winter hike from upper falls to cedar falls. Hiking this in the winter takes it to a completely different level. Wishing you happy and safe travels.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Carl! We're thrilled to have you along, and we'll check out your video of that winter hike -- I'm sure it's spectacular. Welcome aboard.

@safromnc8616 Жыл бұрын

As someone who grew up in the area I would be remiss if I didn't also mention Conkles Hollow. Quite often the pic you see from the top of a gorge for Hocking Hills is often a pic from the top loop @ Conkles Hollow. It is not a state park I don't believe, but a Nature Preserve if memory serves. Also, the Winter Hike (typically on MLK Jr. weekend) is well worth the trip and encompasses the first 3 venues and includes some of the best bean soup ever @ the Midway point which is Cedar Falls. Note* as a kid this is where we used to skip school...I didn't realize how lucky I was at the time.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips, SA! We will definitely keep your suggestions in mind for the next time we visit Southeastern Ohio. And we never fully appreciate where we grew up until we move away. I have some wonderful teenage memories of bonfires on Napatree Point in Watch Hill, RI, collecting mussels along the shore and roasting them in the fire.

@travelingmertonandsue Жыл бұрын

Wow what a beautiful area! The hikes and the waterfalls were outstanding. Thank you so much, marc, for the share. >Merton ✌😎👌

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

And thank you as always Merton!

@markreynolds9570 Жыл бұрын

Marc, we would have never known of the beauty of Ohio if it weren't for you. Another Great Adventure must stop. Thanks again.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thank you Mark! Glad that you enjoyed it, our pleasure.

@angelacastro3418 Жыл бұрын

oh you took my breath away. it's such a lovely place. thank you so much for sharing this hidden pearl. Angela

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome Angela, thank you so much!

@GimpyCamper Жыл бұрын

I liked those tent sites on the lake

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Yep, they definitely had the best location of the bunch.

@timothyjohnson8036 Жыл бұрын

Great video marc.. I was great to see you out hike but no kayaking on all that water...🤔👍👍👍👍👍

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

LOL! Appreciate that as always. I was planning to get out onto Lake Logan on Saturday as it doesn't conflict with work, or our Sunday moving day. Unfortunately the weather was less than ideal.

@SandiFrankie Жыл бұрын

Beautiful area ❤

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Indeed it is.

@DrJohn493 Жыл бұрын

After teaming up with a Buckeye Trail maintenance crew from Ohio on a Colorado Trail Foundation project in 2019, I'm no longer surprised Ohio has some great outdoor adventures to offer.

@kurtschulmeyer1041 Жыл бұрын

Rocks,water,big trees: I'd be a happy camper! Although all the signs saying what you can't do earns a demerit. Stay safe.

@jesib7526 Жыл бұрын

Off trail hiking in Denali Park it's illegal to go off trail. I took the park bus eight hour tour in 2000. It no longer goes that far into the park. ( They recently told me. ) I may never get back to AK but after watching your video I certainly want to visit Ohio!! Thanks Marc!

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

You're most welcome Jesi! Thank you as always for watching.

@WanderingWagners Жыл бұрын

Certain state parks in other states like Wisconsin and Indiana also don't permit off trail hiking, due to habitat restoration or fragile ecosystem or the more scary... Hunting lol

@leighmcqueeney9848 Жыл бұрын

Amazing as always Marc. We are staring down the barrel of retuning to Australia in a months time, for the summer. My wife would far rather stay here. We are already looking forward to more grand adventures in 2023..Thanks again, as always the 2 Tasmanians loving Missouri at the moment!

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thanks as always Leigh! Safe travels in Missouri, and wishing you a safe and uneventful trip back to Australia.

@edwardlulofs444 Жыл бұрын

Wow, I haven't been there since the late 70s.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Maybe time to return?

@edwardlulofs444 Жыл бұрын

@@GrandAdventure I have a close friend in OH. But Ohio has two big problems for me: too many people and no mountains.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

@@edwardlulofs444 fair on both counts.

@danielnagle5553 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Marc for showing some of our great state of Ohio. Nicely done, we saw some things that weren’t there when we visited in the 90’s.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

You're most welcome Daniel, happy to bring you back.

@gorrdd Жыл бұрын

Thanks Marc. Wow... allot has changed since the last time I was there in the late 80's. The area was always enchanting but now they have developed first class access. And the RV resort you stayed at, was first class as well. None of that existed when I lived in Ohio many years ago. Ohio has changed and is now far more RV accommodating. Very nice to see. This is definitely on my bucket list. Gord

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

The section of the RV park we were in was very new, likely a response to the explosion in RV travel the past few years. In fact, the park we're in right now in SC just opened this summer. There's a lot happening everywhere.

@gorrdd Жыл бұрын

@@GrandAdventure Indeed, Marc. It's all very exciting for all of us involved in this mode of traveling. It seems you will be addressing this in the future, as you gather more information. Gord

@bertkelly7650 Жыл бұрын

Hocking hills, is that where they spit like a man? (Titanic) ; - )

@lorih379 Жыл бұрын

I feel like I always say the same thing to your videos. Just beautiful. It’s always true. ❤

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

And we always feel like we're saying "thank you" to you. So... Thank you!

@sh-df1bb Жыл бұрын

Wow I had no idea there were such beautiful hidden gems in Ohio of all places I've been so focused on Utah and Arizona I guess I should head to Ohio next. Thanks for sharing your journey with us

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

You're most welcome, thanks for watching! Hocking Hills was a very special place.

@PeeWeeHenson Жыл бұрын

NICE WORK. YOU TAKE ME TO SCHOOL EVERYTIME I TUNE IN.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

😄 Happy to have you along, PeeWee! Class resumes tomorrow evening.

@eprohoda Жыл бұрын

good evening. Like it! you crreated excellent sharing-:))

@michaeltablet8577 Жыл бұрын

You always take us to the prettiest places! Thanks again for all the work you do to make these excellent videos!

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

So nice of you Michael, thank you! We try.

@darrellv7988 Жыл бұрын

What a great Grand Adventure. We have visited Hocking Hills SP twice and enjoyed revisiting it through your videography. And we learned things we did not know. Thank you for sharing.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thank you Darrell! We're happy to have brought you back for visit 2.5.

@missinginusa Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your video ! Hocking Hills is one of the best parks in ohio!

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

And thank you for watching! We had a wonderful week in your state.

@TheJaxsonjack Жыл бұрын

Revisiting your channel after a few months absence. Excellent showcase of Hocking Hills, only 35 minutes from our home. Very nicely done again!

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thank you BJ! We're happy to have you back, hope you'll stick around a while.

@gina50gina Жыл бұрын

This video is full of amazing places to experience, beautiful places to see and great facts to know. Definitely worth a second watch!

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thank you Suzane!

@moretoliving2236 Жыл бұрын

I was going to add this to my "must visit" list and then I realized I already had it on my "must visit" list. Such a cool spot that has basically everything I would want to see from a state park.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

It's one of the more impressive state parks that we've come across.

@learhodes942 Жыл бұрын

Hi, sure did enjoy this. I grew up in Ohio I forgot how beautiful it really is lot's of hidden gems there. I hiked every where . I've lived in Florida 20 years. Been think about moving back to Ohio. I lost my phone on a kayak trip could not remember your title. Finely found you again really missed your you tube great adventures Thanks We love watching.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that you enjoyed this one, Lea! We're very happy to have you back as well.

@joyces3550 Жыл бұрын

Nice! One state I have never visited, very beautiful! Thanks Marc

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

We haven't before either, Joyce, other than driving through. We were pleasantly surprised.

@learhodes942 Жыл бұрын

Don't know if you are still in Ohio. Might want to visit The Cuyoga valley, Holmes County Amish country.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip Lea! We're now in the Carolinas, but we'll be back.

@MyAlexWest Жыл бұрын

=Hocking each day new word. 😀

@jno9918 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, Hocking Hills looks like a must stop in Ohio. Looking forward to Beckley.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

You are most welcome, thanks for watching!

@LesPaul-po5wd Жыл бұрын

Hey Marc, any plans to come up a little further north and visist the Cuyahoga Valley National Park that runs between Cleveland and Akron? Thats my real backyard. Grew up in the valley before it became NP. Still Here. It's a beautiful area and park. The Cuyahoga River is a fun kayaking river. :)

@moore_2_explore Жыл бұрын

You really do find the greatest places to explore! I especially loved that elevated bridge like part of the first trail….it was truly a piece of art. Lovely area!!

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

It is indeed. There's usually nothing particularly special about our destinations, but beauty is always there to be found by those willing to look for it.

@mccarthy7566 Жыл бұрын

Wow Marc, you did a wonderful job highlighting the beauty of the Hocking Hills area!! Don't be surprised if the park service reaches out to you and want to buy your video 🙂. It looks like you had great weather and few crowds, two things that don't often go together at Hocking Hills. In defense of the park signs, Hocking Hills regularly draws large crowds trying to soak in it's beauty and some people don't know how to act and "leave no trace". Keep up the great work!

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thank you Pete! We're just big believers in personal responsibility, especially in the outdoors. It's a pity that the actions of some have prompted the park to take such drastic measures.

@U72740 Жыл бұрын

Hi Mr. Guido. We discovered your channel only two months ago and we really appreciate the quality and the complete description of your videos. It's as if we were there. Your videos will surely guide us during our next visits to the USA. It is a pleasure to follow you in your adventures each week. Greetings from Canada.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Hey Denis, greetings to you! We sincerely appreciate your kind words and we're happy to have you along. Mrs. GA is "une Quebecoise," so we'll include Canada in our travels eventually.

@U72740 Жыл бұрын

@@GrandAdventure Realy ? My wife and I are ''Quebecois'' too. We have also great nationals parks. Hope you come in Quebec some day.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

@@U72740 salut! I thought that you were perhaps a Quebecer when I saw the spelling of your name. Bienvenue à la Grande Aventure! We will most certainly get there some day, and the Maritimes too. We had planned to do so in 2020 when the COVID border situation derailed our plans.

@TomSpurlock Жыл бұрын

The New River Gorge Bridge is interesting, and traveling the alternative bridge that was used previous to 1977 is also interesting. You'll like it.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

We sure did, Tom. The bridge is indeed interesting, but we found other things within the new National Park to be far more fascinating, as you will see.

@BikesBoatsBivouacs Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to heading out to this area. Its close enough for a long weekend trip. Nice job

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thank you! You'll certainly enjoy it.

@daviscrt Жыл бұрын

what a. great hiking area. just what I like 2 miles and under. LOL. that rv park is pretty nice. got our California prices. thanks Don

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Cali prices indeed, Don, but they've done a terrific job with the place and quite frankly, their prices aren't out of line from their neighbors.

@LesPaul-po5wd Жыл бұрын

Nice! Your in my backyard Marc. Beautiful areas here. Once again, your vids are awesome and much appreciated. Thanks and have safe travels. S&N.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! We love watching other channels doing videos from our own Back 40.

@peggykutskill8191 Жыл бұрын

We are planning to go there in about 10 days! Thanks for the information, I hope we can see all those beautiful areas.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Perfect timing, Peggy! Have a wonderful trip.

@kimlittleton4943 Күн бұрын

Some of the roads around this State Park were horrible. Narrow, twisty, lots of motorcycles riding the curves. Better do some research on how to get to the campgrounds if you are towing. ;)

@GrandAdventure 17 сағат бұрын

There's definitely a lot of twisting and turning and some narrow roads, but we personally didn't feel that they were overly horrible. Just roads to take your time on.

@pclouse07 Жыл бұрын

I’ve always wondered what Hocking Hills State Park was like…it’s on our list! Thanks for the info about the weird regulations and rules. Good to know.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

If you're traveling through SE Ohio, make a stop as it's very worthwhile.

@tim_gifford Жыл бұрын

Marc, I’m glad you had the opportunity to explore the Hocking Hills area. We live in northeast Ohio and frequently visit that area to camp as well as enjoy awesome motorcycle roads. We’ve been exploring southern Utah over the last week including the Mighty 5 with our trailer.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Hope you're having fun back in our Back 40, Tim! Hocking Hills is a true gem in Ohio, and we were thinking to ourselves while there how much fun those roads would be on a bike.

@carilliorobert4171 Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, motorcycle noise spoiles the serenity and peace of this place. Maybe they can have a charity quiet ride for peace in the parks.

@hoeto63 Жыл бұрын

Nice little rv park you found there. Another great video.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thanks as always John! Hope all is well with you.

@hoeto63 Жыл бұрын

@@GrandAdventure All is good, I hope the same for you and Mrs. Adventure. No Michigan this year?

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

@@hoeto63 not this year, although we snuck into Michigan to pick up a headlight bulb in Sturgis.

@georgecarpenter4126 Жыл бұрын

We were near there this past summer and missed it. Oh well, we did stay near Beckley, WV so can’t wait to compare notes !!! Stay safe

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Same to you George! We stayed outside of Beckley as well for our visit to New River Gorge, so we'll have that for you next Wednesday.

@daviddavidzik4381 2 ай бұрын

Very nice video and I subscribed to your channel. However, regarding Hocking Hills, it would have been nice to know what else there is to see and do in the area.

@GrandAdventure 2 ай бұрын

Thank you David! To be completely honest, we didn't find much of particular interest in this particular area besides the State Park amenities -- but we found that alone to be enough to recommend the area. As you explore more of our video catalog we think you'll find that we typically cover a fairly broad range of activities and interests. We're happy to have you along!

@akgobears Жыл бұрын

Little bit pricy for the campground me thinks...Beautiful area though, especially the hikes....Travel safe, be well...That golf looks like the old chip and putt courses...

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Definitely pricey, but I'll say that a) they've done a terrific job with that RV park, and b) for the area the price is in line with others.

@loganfutbol21 Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately the signs are up due to many deaths by falling. Every single one of them was off trail. Have 2-3 a year it seems. Posting signs is one the the only things they can do to deter it.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

That's most unfortunate, and we do get it. However, we also believe in a person's right to be an idiot if they so choose.

@Kayte... Жыл бұрын

@@GrandAdventure I think even more important is the ecological damage. (right, if people want to be a Darwin award recipient, that's their problem) But the damage done by people going off trail is not always recognizable by the average Joe. It goes deeper than just a few branches broken here and there. Surprisingly one of the most sensitive and easily damaged environments is the desert. Remain on the trails in heavily visited parks so they can be enjoyed for decades to come. Maybe some answers can be found by googling "environmental damage done by going off trail". I haven't done it yet so can't confirm you'll find answers but worth a try. 🌄

@gorrdd Жыл бұрын

Hey Marc, Looking forward to seeing my old haunts from decades ago. There isn't allot of RV accommodation in Ohio. Why? Ohio just isn't an RV kind of state for some reason. Yes, there are parks around but not a whole lot. Even the relatively new Cuyahoga National Park only has two RV parks serving the vicinity. I used to live in the Cleveland suburbs growing up... before Cuyahoga National became a reality. Back then I used to ride my ten speed bicycle all around the Chagrin Falls Western Reserve Reservation area... Indians not included... hell, they don't even have a baseball team anymore. 🤣 Back then there were no dedicated bicycle trails. Now they are all over the place, as people took to this relatively new national pastime. Hocking Hills is one of the best places in Ohio for an RV stay. Old Man's Cave is definitely the highlight. Gord

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

I'll let you in on a secret before tonight's episode, Gord: Old Man's Cave was very enjoyable but was *not* the highlight of the park's hiking for us. That nod actually goes to another spot in the park.

@gorrdd Жыл бұрын

@@GrandAdventure Very interesting, Marc. Looking forward to it, as usual. Gord

@robertpahlowjr4257 Жыл бұрын

Greetings from Fidalgo Bay Resort in Anacortes, Washington.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

@@robertpahlowjr4257 greetings back at ya!

@jeffalexander544 Жыл бұрын

A lot of signs…….to many people have been killed here. 😢

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

We get that completely, and that's sad to hear. However, sometimes you have to let stupid people be stupid. Here's to getting people to exercise common sense.

@theresacarter1604 Жыл бұрын

You stated the law for hiking off trail. Hocking Hills had a death there. Kids off trail, rolled a fallen tree/log and killed a woman. So Ohio took this seriously, thus the new laws and warnings.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

That sounds like some kids that were lacking some adult supervision. While that is certainly a horrible event and most unfortunate, we were saddened to see that the area seems to have abandoned the premise of personal responsibility.

@concreteguyjd Жыл бұрын

There's a death in the area from hiking where you shouldn't nearly every year

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

@@concreteguyjd sadly that sounds like the Darwin principle at work. But from our perspective folks should have the right to be idiots. We're just not used to all of the limitations. Where we live out West, we've many times stood at the edge of a 1,600-for cliff on public land (no fences or railings anywhere in sight), or chose our own hiking route - usually because there was no trail whatsoever.

@aquavelva4927 3 ай бұрын

All of those warnings signs are there because people die every year falling off cliffs hiking off trail.

@GrandAdventure 3 ай бұрын

Darwinism at work.

@genebutler7949 Жыл бұрын

WOW! $65-$75 per night? really? A bit on the gouging side to me. RVed 20 years and have paid that much or more only in the Keys! I guess times are changing.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Regrettably they are indeed changing. Those rates don't shock us anymore. In the Keys you're now paying $100-150.

@RexDeaver Жыл бұрын

How far was Hocking Hills campground from the trails?

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Our RV park was about 10 miles. The state Park campground is right next to the Old Man's Cave trail system.

@butterchuggins5409 Жыл бұрын

Be careful around there. That place is crawling with goblins.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

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@WILDEBILL308 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Never been to that area. Now it is on the list. Have you ever been to the National Museum of the US Air Force, 1100 Spaatz St, Dayton, OH?

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Thanks Bill! One day we'll get to the Air Force Museum in Dayton, for we love aviation museums.

@WILDEBILL308 Жыл бұрын

@@GrandAdventure You will love this one. It takes 2 days to see everything.

@suzannesnuggs4964 Жыл бұрын

I thought there was a lot more to do there. Are you saving that for another video?

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

There's a lot else to do there, Suzanne, from zip lines to horseback riding to farm-to-table agriculture. However, we chose to focus on the natural beauty of the State Park.

@suzannesnuggs4964 Жыл бұрын

@@GrandAdventure yeah. We’re not into that stuff. Isn’t there a lot of hiking and some waterfalls?

@wellsvillez1 Жыл бұрын

Going anywhere else in Ohio?

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Not in this season's itinerary, Randy, but we'll be back.

@carilliorobert4171 Жыл бұрын

Great video but the needless music sort of spoils the allure of peace and solitude in.nature, which makes its own music. Music we seldom hear due to so many overlaying distractions. Maybe we should start charging entry in Ohio parks...then maybe people would respect these parks more, be more responsible... and maybe it would deter any riff raff that won't... and anyone who is just a liability to the parks.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

If we didn't add a soundtrack the "sounds of nature" you'd be hearing would be excessive wind noise, car doors slamming, diesel trucks idling, motorcycles driving past, screaming kids, me swearing under my breath, or (in the case of aerial shots) dead silence.

@jmdminiaturehorse63 Жыл бұрын

They have laws like that so the parks don't get trashed like I saw when I went to the western states. I was never so disappointed when I went camping out west seeing how people trashed the country side. We don't put up with that crap in michigan ether. I found that watching videos from the western states never show trashed dumped, especially Arizona. I blame the liberals for thinking they can do what they want because they are entitled...just saying.

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

Well, I definitely don't equate trashing the environment with hiking off-trail. In fact, there were a couple of single-use plastic water bottles that I found on the ground, picked up and subsequently discarded in a trash can while hiking through Old Man's Gorge.

@concreteguyjd Жыл бұрын

Hocking county and the Hocking Hills are not part of central Ohio. Most definitely SE Ohio. Will forgive you since you're not a local. Hopefully you get a chance to boondock in and around Jesse Owens SP and see what's left of the Big Musky

@GrandAdventure Жыл бұрын

We're now in the SE, but we'll be back.