The caverns stretch over three floors and would have provided a refuge and safe haven in times of war, being difficult to find from above ground, let alone enter. This natural cave system was used by the local native Huron people as shelter. If you are interested in Native American history, then another great day trip from Ohio is a journey to the Olentangy Indian Caverns. The Mound is one of thousands that have been discovered, the relics of lost civilizations, but Miamisburg is unique because of its height few other surviving mounds can match it for size. One of the most interestingly shaped is the towering, conical Miamisburg Mound, raised on a high ridge and visible from miles away.Īt 65-feet tall, it features a staircase through the center of the grassy mound which takes visitors to the top for panoramic views out over the surrounding area. The Indian mounds aren’t only found around Newark, but exist in most of the state of Ohio. Source: bobosh_t / Flickr Miamisburg Mound The real highlight of the Hocking Hills is the cavernous Ash Cave, which forms a huge open recess in the rock that can be walked in and around.Īside from the Ash Cave, there are many other rock formations to visit don’t miss out on Cedar Falls, a spectacular waterfall which plunges over giant rocks.
Hocking Hills is the site of caves, cliffs and crevasses, with short and long hikes connecting different parts of the park, as well as opportunities for kayaking, rock climbing and even zip lining. Just southeast of Columbus is the Hocking Hills State Park, a must do day trip from the city that takes you to some of the most unusual rock formations in Ohio. Source: StevenRussellSmithPhotos / shutterstock Hocking Hills State Park Nature lovers will find plenty of State Parks with hiking trails, cascading waterfalls and beautiful woodland scenery to explore.įar north of Ohio lies the huge Lake Erie, along with the state’s only National Park: Cuyahoga National Park.Īround the state there are underground caverns, caves and even ancient Native American earthworks: lasting relics from a time long ago that have survived to this day and are an important part of the region’s long history. Within reach of Ohio are many opportunities for day tripping, with many historic mid-west cities and towns, such as Newark and Dayton, just a short drive away. It is in the perfect location to be used as a base to gain access to the entire state.
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