Conkle S Hollow Gorge Trail Is One Of The Best Fall Hikes In Ohio

Hiking is one of our favorite fall pastimes in Ohio. While you can find plenty of all-day hiking excursions, sometimes it’s best to pick an easier trail that allows you plenty of time and energy to admire your surroundings. That’s certainly the case with Conkle’s Hollow Trail. This relatively short-and-sweet hike will take you through beautiful scenery that’s all the more impressive under a blanket of fall colors. Here’s more on why you’ll want to hike Conkle’s Hollow Gorge Trail this time of year.

Tucked away in Ohio’s beautiful Hocking Hills, Conkle’s Hollow is an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise any time of year. Visit during the fall, however, and you’ll enjoy the added splendor of fall colors.

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Conkle’s Hollow Gorge Trail is a short-and-sweet trek that measures just about a mile round-trip. This means you’ll have plenty of time to marvel at your surroundings as you go.

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There are actually two trails to choose from: a wheelchair-accessible gorge trail and one that features stairs at the beginning.

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No matter which option you choose, you’ll love exploring the unique forested trails that give way to breathtaking views of the dramatic cliffs and gorge.

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If you have time to explore the rim of the gorge, you’ll be treated to one of the best views in the state.

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The famous sandstone cliffs you’ll observe rise more than 200 feet above the ground and are made of Black Hand sandstone.

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Peering over the edge of the gorge, you may just feel like you’ve discovered the Grand Canyon of Ohio!

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Have you enjoyed this short-and-sweet fall hike in Ohio? What did you think? Tell us all about your adventures in the comments below — we’d love to hear from you! What are some of your favorite trails in Ohio? If you’d like, you can fill out a nomination form, and you might just see them featured in our upcoming stories!