Hocking Hills State Park Travel Guide
Hocking Hills State Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Hocking Hills State Park is a state park in Ohio. Hocking Hills State Park is known for Old Man's Cave and recess caves.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Hocking Hills State Park with clear. It feels like 46°F. Today runs from 37°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Hocking Hills State Park is June, July, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 19°F.
The closest major airport is Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), about 274 mi away. Nearby highlights include New River Gorge National Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park and Cumberland Falls State Resort Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 66°F is in line with the 67°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Hocking Hills State Park today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Hocking Hills State Park
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 39°25′32.9″N 82°32′22.9″W (39.4258, -82.5397)
Weather in Hocking Hills State Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:53 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌥️ 66° / 37°
Fog · 0% rain · wind 7 mph
☁️ 68° / 42°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 6 mph
Quick facts about Hocking Hills State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Ohio |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 39°25′32.9″N 82°32′22.9″W (39.4258, -82.5397) |
| Established | 1924 |
| Known for | Old Man's Cave and recess caves |
| Local time | 4:53 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in Hocking Hills State Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Hocking Hills State Park.
Best time to visit Hocking Hills State Park
Go in June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 67°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Hocking Hills State Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Dulles International Airport | IAD | 274 mi | Virginia |
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport | DCA | 297 mi | Washington, D.C. |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hocking Hills State Park?
Hocking Hills State Park is a state park in Ohio. Its coordinates are 39.4258, -82.5397. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Hocking Hills State Park right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with clear. Humidity is 68% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hocking Hills State Park?
June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Hocking Hills State Park, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hocking Hills State Park in?
Hocking Hills State Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 4:53 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Hocking Hills State Park?
The closest airports are Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 274 mi away and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 297 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Hocking Hills State Park?
Popular options include New River Gorge National Park, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Shenandoah National Park and Mammoth Cave National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 4:53 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
