Arc of Appalachia — Local services in Ohio

Oh yeah! Step into the ring with the Arc of Appalachia and Highlands Nature Sanctuary, brother! Let me tell you, this place is a slammin' paradise for all nature enthusiasts out there. Ooh yeah!

From the moment you step foot on this sanctuary, you'll be taken on a journey through the wildest, most beautiful landscapes you've ever seen. The towering trees and lush greenery will make you feel like you're in the middle of a championship bout with Mother Nature herself!

The trails, brother, the trails! They wind and twist like a perfectly executed body slam, leading you to breathtaking vistas and hidden treasures. The air is so fresh and invigorating, it'll pump you up like a crowd full of screaming fans! The views from the cliff edges are nothing short of a flying elbow drop from the top rope—jaw-dropping and awe-inspiring!

And the wildlife, oh man! You'll encounter creatures so majestic and powerful, they make Hulk Hogan look like a rookie! Keep your eyes peeled for soaring eagles, graceful deer, and even the occasional black bear. Just remember, don't mess with the animals, brother. Respect their space, and they'll respect you back.

Now let's talk about the staff, dig it! These folks are like the ring announcers of the nature world—knowledgeable, passionate, and always ready to guide you on your adventure. They'll give you the insider scoop on the flora and fauna, and share stories that'll make your jaw drop faster than my legendary flying macho elbow!

But wait, there's more! Supporting the Arc of Appalachia and Highlands Nature Sanctuary is like taking a steel chair to deforestation, brother. This organization is dedicated to preserving and protecting these incredible lands for generations to come. So when you visit, don't forget to drop a generous donation, because every dollar counts in this fight against environmental destruction!

In conclusion, the Arc of Appalachia and Highlands Nature Sanctuary is a heavyweight champion of nature conservation, providing a breathtaking experience that will leave you craving for more. So lace up your hiking boots, grab your camera, and get ready to witness nature's grand slam. And remember, when you visit, donate, because the Arc of Appalachia needs all the support it can get to keep delivering body-slamming beauty to the...

I used my permit and hiked the relatively newly aquired Honeycomb Rocks trail today. Bravo!!! The trail is amazing! The Salt Peter Cave(s) are incredible but honestly the giant rock pillars and rock wall formations are stunning.

This is an intermittently challenging and moderate 2.2 mile loop trail with a trail spur to Paradise Point. This is in an Old Growth Forest loaded with ferns and moss. The trail is extremely well marked?!

As with all Nature Preserves, there are no restrooms and no pets allowed. This is absolutely the right call to limit the number of hikers.

After getting your permit, you will get exact directions (this is close to Clear Creek Metro Park in the northern Hocking Hills area) and you will be given your lock combination to open the gate to park. You will need the combination to get out, too. There are spots for just 6 cars so you get a map on how to make sure everyone gets space.

Bravo to ALL who made this land aquisition happen and to those who...

The employee inside the museum was super nice and helpful. The trails were gorgeous and have some caves scattered throughout. The picnic area in the parking lot was very helpful since we packed lunches but we didn’t see trashcans so we just threw our trash away in a garbage bag we brought incase our shoes got muddy or wet. I would rank the trails as moderate because there are quite a bit of roots on the paths and steep stone stairs. Well worth it if capable of the terrain and the stairs. We will return because we couldn’t find the heart shaped cave or the waterfall but we still very much enjoyed the trails we did. We only passed 2 other people on the Sunday afternoon we went. No fee for entry, but they ask you to stay on the path (which is understandable and...