Old Man’s Cave Chalets

Such great accommodations! We rented a five-​bedroom house for 5 families spent for a weekend at Hocking Hills. The Chalets did not disappoint as the amenities were complete: stove, fridge, grill, coffee maker, microwave, and everything you could possibly need to never feel like you left home. This was «glamping» at it’s best.
Camping sucks, but I’ve come a long way folks… No more digging latrines to poop!
The only downside was the weak wifi signal. I was having a bad case of internet withdrawal as I was unable to immediately post all my hiking selfies to Facebook. So bummed.

From the online reservation to the checkout, the experience was great! We stayed at the Big Sky Lodge. It was well stocked, very clean and comfortable. The setting was lovely– hilltop view and beautiful starry nights. I can only imagine how nice it would be to stay there in the summer when the pool could be used!

I rented one of their cabins, it was an excellent experience. The only issue was not having cell reception around the area, till you get back on the highway. Also, they have a mini kitchen in their cabins and each cabin has a private Jacuzzi which was neat. They do not really have any food around there, so its better to pack ahead and also better to go full tank on gas, since you cant really find anything close by for food or gas, unless you drive around 8 – 10 miles of country road, but other than that, it was beautiful place to spend a weekend.

Had a great birthday get away! I will be back soon again. Note: narrow roads to my cabin. Glad I had a small car for the road.

Second time renting a chalet, this spring break. Rooms have been clean, well maintained and in great locations. Two issues. We stayed in Pine Creek. The master bed was so uncomfortable. It squeaked so much ! Almost with every breath. You could not move without alerting the whole house. And the floor in that room was just as squeaky. Didn’t sleep much during our visit
The other problem was the water. It smelled so strong of sewer. Afraid to brush my teeth in it, let alone drink it. Showering was unpleasant to say the least.
I really like the company, this cabin could have been wonderful, great private location, had the other issues not been present.

Such a breathtaking place. We went during the month of December so it was very foggy but yet still very beautiful. It wad very quiet not too many people around.

Stayed at the Big Sky Lodge and it was awesome! Everything was top notch, from the website, to the front desk, to the actual cabin. It was the perfect environment to make some great memories with friends and family. Highly recommended

Gorgeous. Beautiful. It truly is nature porn! We went in the winter (middle of February) and although cold, snowy, and a tad icy, it was MORE than completely worth it. You cannot beat the sight of 100 foot icicles and waterfalls completely frozen in place. It’s unreal and breathtaking.

I have a memory of coming here and walking with my grandpa one Sunday after church. We didn’t go very far because obviously, church clothes, but it was clear to me even then that this was a very special place.
Although I don’t live in Hocking County anymore, Old Man’s Cave is definitely a gem and completely worth a visit, no matter where you’re coming from.
I have seen a lot of parks, etc, and this is probably one of the most well kept and cleanest, even though the State of Ohio doesn’t seem to think parks are as important anymore.
The Devil’s bathtub is awesome, cedar falls is awesome. Pretty much everything is awesome as long as there hasn’t been a lack of rain. Then it just looks like a big hole in the ground.
There is an excellent photography contest ever April that is interested to attend even if you don’t participate. Just being out in the parks watching people take pictures is pretty cool.

The scenery is incredible, we just happened to go on an extremely, over-​crowded day … but what can one expect on a late October Saturday afternoon when the sun is shining and it’s about 70 degrees! We will return and hopefully can take in the true beauty, without someone stepping on my foot or yelling.

This place is awesome! We stayed at the laurel wood chalet it’s really secluded and there is only one other place you can see in the distant but there was no one that can bother you it was nice and clean there is a gas fire place and a hot tub fully functioning kitchen with all the utensils for grilling and cooking and there is a wine bottle opener plates cups and pizza cutter there was a lot included oh and a full functioning fridge there are no out door sir lights so at night it’s pitch dark but it’s really cool cuz you can see the stars. There are steep stairs that go up to the second bed but I don’t advise doing it while your drunk lol overall it was awesome but there is a weird smell when you first walk in and the short head sucks. Oh and you need to bring more showering soap I would definitely come back again it’s two miles down the road from old mans cave and about 15 min from town where they have really good food if you don’t plan on cooking.

Old Man’s Caves — Loved hiking the trails, climbing the rocks, and looking at the amazing scenery.

A place we have stayed now two years in a row and planned on returning every year now will get rated poorly. Why? — This company charged us over $ 2000 for a couch they claimed we damaged during our stay. The couch was damaged when we arrived! In fact it was one of the first things my husband noticed– he said it looked like the faux leather had been warn from the couch– noting that he did not recall it looking like that last year during our stay. When we called to ask about the charge they refused to refund. I certainly hope this gets rectified!

there were so many places to choose from when I started searching online. wow, this place is amazing! the chalet is so secluded and the views are amazing. that’s not an understatement at all! the chalet is so clean, comfortable, romantic, and the amenities of a 5 star hotel. The front desk was so helpful in pointing out the best trails to hike and the best places to canoe. I couldn’t wait to rave about our experience on Unilocal

My sorority would rent out one of these cabins for a night of bonding once a year or so, and I totally loved it. What a great time and great memories. Definitely visit if you are in the area, and Ohio U students, request that your organization hosts a get-​together there! Wonderful, wonderful time in one of the most beautiful places I have ever been to.

Came here on a weekend and hiked from 1−5pm. The 4 hours passed by so quickly when walking through scenic forestry and waterfalls. I thought that the cave itself was the least impressive part of the hike. Once you get past the populated regions of the hike, it is beautiful to connect with nature in a more secluded area.
I was worried about walking into wildlife, as I am not an experienced hiker. But the trails are so well maintained that it is ideal for all levels. The main trail has man-​made steps and bridges. I found myself hiking past all that into the rock formations. Wildlife was people friendly– just rabbits, butterflies, birds.
I saw lots of cabins in the area for cheap weekend getaways.
This is surely one of my most memorable hiking adventures. I will surely come back to continue delving into this hobby.

Been there a number of times, this park has only gotten better (and more popular) with time. Yesterday, we had to circle the lot twice to find a parking spot!
Tons of facilities, trails, shelter houses, camping, cabins, picnic tables, grills and the beautiful Hocking Hills scenery, including forest, streams, water, stone/​rock formations, and of course, caves. The «main» trail is elderly/​kid friendly with man made steps and bridges, but their are plenty of true hiking trails for the more outgoing, and even some adventuress ones for the expert trekker. There is even a large asphalt bike/​walking path.
Wildlife, while not domesticated, are people friendly and abundant. We saw rabbits, squirrels, racoons, deer, and a slew of different birds.
Lots of canoe liveries and commercial cabins in the area as well, so you can make fun long weekend out of it.
And your only about 10 miles from shopping/​restaurants (Logan) if your not the die-​hard camping type.
One of Ohio’s best state parks.

We stayed at the Old Man Cave Chalet’s over Labor Day weekend 2012. The front desk was very friendly and helpful. The chalet itself is fairly easy to get to. The roads were paved getting to it. Each chalet has a two car «driveway.» They are small A-​frame houses. The bedroom downstairs was a decent size. The bathroom was a very good size. The «kitchen» had a dorm size refrigerator, and a hot plate looking type stove. The living room had a chair and a love seat. There was a four seat table to eat at. The loft was fine. All of the beds were VERY comfortable! The deck was very quaint and the hotub was nice. It was not very big. They have someone check the hotub daily and fill it when necessary. Small TV in the living room with Directv.
This is definitely in the cut though. Cell phone reception was spotty at best and you need (if you can believe they still exist) phone cards if you want to make long distance calls on the phone. The swimming pool was nice but cold. It was probably in the high 70’s temperature wise, but that was because we were the last weekend of the year. It is about a 5 – 7 minute ride to the Old Man Caves from the chalet.
Overall, the chalets were very clean, and VERY relaxing. I would definitely return

This is a very attractive park with some fantastic scenery and nice, decently marked trails. …though I would note when they say «strenuous» they mean it in regards to the «blue trail».
The trail around the cave itself isn’t too bad, though the steps are pretty uneven. There were a number of children and senior citizens when I was there who had to take it all very slowly. However, the pay off is worth it. The day I went it was ninety degrees outside, but felt maybe 80 at most in the coolness of the gorge and in the shade of the cave and trees.
The cave itself is the main draw and well worth the visit. It’s a gorgeous structure with lots of great photo ops. However, the crowds are pretty thick. Be careful near the edges lest unruly children try to push you over when they rush past.
I didn’t hang around the cave itself much during my visit and instead did the six mile loop of blue trail to red trail. The blue trail is the prettier of the two, tracing the river bed with its myriad colors. The surrounding cliff faces are very attractive with windswept sedimentary striping, and worth seeing. The river, though, was particularly pretty.
During my trip, the water levels were very low, but the colors ridiculously vibrant. Each area of the river has a different color of sediment, changing its color completely with the levels so low. Where they mix, there’s something of a rainbow effect that is just stunning.
Of course, the trade off is that the waterfalls are pretty much dried to nothing at the moment… Still, the rock faces they usually drop from are attractive in their own right and kids can still splash in the pool where it would normally cascade.
Though gorgeous and worth the trek, this path is pretty tricky. There are a number of areas that require you to scramble up or across rocks and even tree limbs. I did see a number of elderly people and folks with babies who didn’t seem to be having much trouble, but I’m not sure I would recommend it for anyone who has problems with climbing or strenuous exercise. Even stairs, where they exist, can be ridiculously deep or tricky. So, use caution.
The other path up on the cliff — the red path — is… more typical. It goes through the woods which is attractive, tranquil, and pleasant, but it’s hard to find it too exciting after the beauty of the blue trail. It does lead to the Rose Lake dam, though, which is a very pretty vista indeed. Also, aside from one rather steep hill leading up from the Cedar Falls side, the path is level, even, and easy going.
The parking lot and visitor center at Old Man’s Cave is, as of Summer 2012, under construction, but everything is still open. If you plan to do the round-​trip hike, you can also park at Cedar Falls instead.

Lots. Of. Stairs. Good for a workout, bad if you’re out of shape. Well worth it though. Beautiful place to hike.
The hiking trails here easy to walk except for the stairs and more stairs around every turn and almost always going up no matter which direction you’re going in. But the trails are wide and flat, well marked, and not hard to walk (again except for the stairs). The scenery is beautiful, among the better places I’ve been and I used to go hiking every weekend all my life growing up in Connecticut.
There were three waterfalls that I saw. The upper falls, lower falls, and a small unmarked falls at the entrance. The waterfalls and stream are just a trickle and I have to wonder if it flows deeper and thus the waterfalls more spectacular in winter and early spring.
The facilities here are top notch for a state park. There’s bathrooms that are disgusting but more than the usual park bathrooms that are more than a portopotty but not a real bathroom. But there’s a snack bar with all kinds of food and ice cream, a gift shop that would probably be cool if it was open. There’s a nature center too but it’s hardly worth your time.
You might want to bring a swimsuit and splash around in the water under the falls if that’s allowed. The trails are exhausting with all the climbing and we didn’t even walk the gorge trail. So pace yourself and don’t try to do the whole thing in one day unless you’re in shape. Don’t run, it’s dangerous with lots of places to fall to your death or dismemberment. Pack a lunch and eat it by the falls and bring water, and bring a first aid kit because you always should when you’re in the woods and because out here in the middle of nowhere an ambulance wouldn’t get there until the next day (and that’s after you hiked out to get help because there’s no cell phone reception).
This place is way out in the middle of nowhere and there’s no cell phone reception. So don’t rely on GPS on your phone to get you there. It won’t. And make sure you have plenty of gas and your car is in good shape. If you break down out here, you’re hitchhiking. There aren’t even many houses to knock on doors to use a phone to call for help. When I was growing up we didn’t even have cell phones. They were play things of the rich in those days. I loved being out in nature away from contact. Now I hate being off the grid. I get nervous with no contact with the outside world and no way to call for help, no way to find my way if I get lost. It’s one of those things I always lived without and was fine but now that I have it I can’t live without it. Life is full of those things. But this one could actually be life or death important.
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OK, I think I’ll start with my Pros: Loved the seclusion of the whole cabin, however, there was another cabin to the right of us so that was a little different, we never heard those people which I was happy about. I felt checking in, everything went well, very nice guy working the check in desk. I loved Cross Creek Cabin because it was literally behind a creek, so you can hear the water flowing ²⁴⁄₇. I thought the cabin inside was wonderful, the smell of pine, the homey atmosphere, I mean they even had the fan going and ice in the ice trays. Such a comforting home away from home feeling. I thought it was very nice and spacious, two bedrooms, and a fireplace, with a nice sized T.V. and lovely hot tub!
Some Cons: The cabin is a little hard to get to, I mean my Toyota Echo had a little trouble and there isn’t even any snow, however, they do give you warning on their website. The cabin had a hot tub which is loud as it clicks on and off. Plus everything creeks, when someone is showering, the piping squeaks and bangs. I know for sure there had to be a mouse or some kind of creature around because I heard it going through things. CREEPY when you are out in the middle of NOWHERE. I’m talking ZERO cell phone service, ZERO internet… the land line is pre pay card only, which I had no idea about… annoying.
One special thing about Cross Creek, I’m not sure about others is that laying on the coffee table was a book of people who have stayed in this cabin previously and wrote about their stays. We found that they all had hidden change around the cabin, which the person I was with found three. I, however, found none… It was really cute to read about the other experiences people had. like a live Unilocal! haha but we saw that Cedar Falls was worth seeing, so we took a 10 mile hike to see it and it totally was worth it.
I loved staying here, and will absolutely go back, just for a weekend, not four days like last time :)

This is a great place to go to enjoy nature! You don’t have to pay for parking or entrance to go in so it’s a great inexpensive way to spend the day with the family. The hike was easy enough for kids to go on. It was very picturesque and the great part of it was that it was a loop so you end up where you started!

We chose Omcc because they had pet friendly cabins and I had a $ 60 off coupon from the Entertainment Book. After setting foot into our cabin I was so happy we chose Omcc. The cabin was spotless! It was so clean and well maintained! That immediately put my mind at ease and I knew it’d be a good trip.
We loved the hot tub and secluded back deck. At first, we were put off by how close the cabins are to each other, but it really didn’t effect our trip at all. It felt very private. We loved the sky lights on the deck and in the cabin.
Our pets felt very comfortable too. They loved the cozy first floor. We used the fire place both nights to heat things up.
The kitchen was well stocked with utensils and the bathroom had enough of everything and thoughtful storage. I was excited to see Bath & Body Works products! The beds had lots of available linens so we had blankets to use on the couch too.
The only things I’d put on my wish list for the next trip would be a bigger flat screen TV with a better working DVD player and I wished the living room faced the fire place, but I am not sure that’d work with the space.
Definitely bring extra towels to use outside by the hot tub and some scented candles really help create some homeyness!
We can’t wait for our next relaxing weekend getaway with the pups at Omcc

Very nice location in Hocking Hills area. Old Man’s Cave Chalets is in a great location near all commerce, but still far enough away for peace and quiet. My wife and I stayed in the A frame cottages and enjoyed every minute. Grouse Nest Restaurant is a must try. The customer service was O.K. nothing special. The price is a little high; you can find other cabins in the area at a lower price.

An excellent weekend getaway from the razmatazz of modern living. Old Man’s Cave is one the coolest destinations in Ohio. The chalets have hot tubs in every suite. They seemed clean to me, I am not an authority on the cleanliness of hot tubs. It is a very romantic place and I am sure the hot tubs have been used for more than just relaxing. There are grills to cook on and lots of land to explore. It is an inexpensive option for any weekend you want to do a Neil Zurcher One Tank Trip.