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Dogs at Hocking Hills State Park

Can I bring my dog, and on which trails?
Limited access

Partly, leashed dogs can join most of Hocking Hills' famous cave and gorge trails, but they're banned from three adjoining nature preserves.

Leashed dogs are welcome at Old Man's Cave, Ash Cave, Cedar Falls, Rock House, and Cantwell Cliffs, but are completely prohibited at Conkle's Hollow, Rockbridge, and Boch Hollow state nature preserves.

Where dogs are allowed

Leashed dogs are welcome at Old Man's Cave, Ash Cave, Cedar Falls, Rock House, and Cantwell Cliffs, but are completely prohibited at Conkle's Hollow, Rockbridge, and Boch Hollow state nature preserves.

Where dogs are not allowed

Conkle's Hollow, Rockbridge, and Boch Hollow state nature preserves

Good to know

6-foot leash maximum; no swimming or wading for dogs in park waters.

Leash rule

6 feet maximum. Retractable leashes are often not allowed.

Service animals

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.

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Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Hocking Hills State Park?

Partly, leashed dogs can join most of Hocking Hills' famous cave and gorge trails, but they're banned from three adjoining nature preserves. Leashed dogs are welcome at Old Man's Cave, Ash Cave, Cedar Falls, Rock House, and Cantwell Cliffs, but are completely prohibited at Conkle's Hollow, Rockbridge, and Boch Hollow state nature preserves.

What is the leash rule at Hocking Hills State Park?

6 feet maximum. Retractable leashes are often not allowed.

Where are dogs not allowed at Hocking Hills State Park?

Conkle's Hollow, Rockbridge, and Boch Hollow state nature preserves

Are service animals allowed at Hocking Hills State Park?

Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.