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USA Ohio Zaleski State Forest

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GeneralLand, acres26827
Day-UseHuntingyes
 Backpack Trail, miles23
 Bridle Trails, miles50
CampingHorsemen Campsites, #yes
 Walk-In Campsites, #3


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Nearby Parks:
 Lake Hope State Park
 Waterloo State Forest
 Lake Alma State Reserve
 Buckeye Furnace State Memorial
 Richland Furnace State Forest
 Hocking State Forest
 Hocking Hills State Park
 Leo Petroglyph State Memorial


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State Park Overview:
The Zaleski State Forest is the second largest forest in the system. The Zaleski State Forest Backpack Trail was established on the forest to provide backpacking opportunities as well as to introduce some scenic and historic aspects of the forest. The main trail is a loop of 23.5 miles. There is also a 10-mile day loop trail.
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One of the best!!

Lake Hope is where my two aunts, my sister, and I camp every year for atleast once a week during the summer. Its so peaceful, we love the nature center. No matter how many times weve been there it never fails to be awesome. Every Saturday night they have movie night at the ampitheather we always go and its not just for the popcorn and kool-aid! The wild life is also great Zaleski state park is a beautiful one. If you ever think about going dont hesitate to! Its a wonderful experience!!! <3

Written by Erica M.  8-Jan-2009

great park and backpacking

Written by troop 113  17-Apr-2009

Area Accommodations
Cottages and Cabins
Mesa Vista Lodge - Union Furnace, OH
Mesa Vista Lodge offers 4200 sq. ft. of luxury living with 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 2 gas log fireplaces, massive kitchen/dining/great room with cathedral ceiling, 8-10 person hot tub and 2400 sq. ft. of covered walk-around porch.
Web Site: http://www.mesavista-lodge.com/
Tranquil Retreat Cabins - South Bloomingville, OH
Let nature entertain you! Whether you are sitting in the Hot Tub, OR relaxing on one of our log beds, OR just listening to the rippling stream, Or exploring the small cave on the property, NATURE SURROUNDS YOU!
Web Site: http://www.tranquilretreatcabins.com
Hocking Hills Dreamscape Hideaway - Logan, OH
This is not your typical cabin in the woods and you ain?t gonna be roughing it. It?s a log home lovingly furnished to make you feel spoiled. From the moment you enter, you?ll realize that you?ve found your dreamscape. Beautiful, tranquil music playing the background (feel free to take the CD home with you), luxurious amenities all around you, a soothing, private hot tub overlooking the forest and a bottle of champagne chilling next to the flick-of-a-switch gas fireplace. Oh yes, you have arrived! And we promise you?ll wish you never had to leave.
Web Site: http://www.dreamscapehideaway.com/
B&Bs / Inns
A Georgian Manner Bed and Breakfast - Logan, OH
Overlooking Lake Logan in the heart of the Hocking Hills. We are the perfect location for romantic getaways, honeymoons, anniversaries, Ohio elopements and weddings. The Ohio Honeymoon Suite with 2-person heart shaped jacuzzi is the favorite choice.
Web Site: http://www.georgianmanner.com/
Cottages and Cabins
At Boulders Edge - Rockbridge, OH
A Hocking Hills getaway. One and two bedroom cabins
Web Site: http://www.atbouldersedge.com
Rose's Vacation Cabin - Glouster, OH
Burr Oak State Park - Located in the rolling hills of southeastern Ohio. Rose's Vacation Cabin Rental is a special place to make your Honeymoon, Anniversary, or Family Getaway a relaxing experience.
Web Site: http://www.rosesvacationcabinrental.com
The Ohio Outback Lodge - McConnelsville, OH
In the heart of Ohio the Outback Lodge is located in Southeast Ohio, just minutes from the beautiful Muskingum River. The 2,200 square foot Lodge is constructed of Pine Logs, full basement, beautiful rural setting. It has wooded area as well as a creek and pond. This is a beautiful outdoor vacation spot.
Web Site: http://www.theohiooutbacklodge.com
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Local Visitor Information Web Sites
Hocking Hills Internet Guide - hockinghills.com
Offical Guide to Southeastern Ohio's Scenic Wonderland, the Hocking Hills. The 9 State Parks and State Forests. How to get there, things to do, interesting local merchants, what to see, places to stay. Reserve your cabin or campsite online!

Web Site: http://www.hockinghills.com
Related Links:
Hocking Hills Internet Guide - October 1997. Through Oct. 25 - Schempp House Open House, Logan. Sponsored by the Hocking County Historical Society. Tours of the facility will be conducted from 1 to 4 p.m. each Saturday. For...
Zaleski State Forest - Official Site of the Zaleski State Forest
Buckeye Trail Events Calendar - Buckeye Trail - Events ... but beyond these calendars April 6 9:30 a.m. BTA Spring Backpack Trip - Zaleski State Forest How many people got hiking or backpacking equipment for Christmas? Maybe you have ...
Jim Maurer's Photos - Photos For Friends and Family. West Virginia Backpacking Trip 7/10/99. Camp Mary Orton Ropes Course 7/15/99. My Nephews On Their Trampoline 7/16/99. Camping at CMO 8/7/99. Backpacking Roraima,...
Zaleski State Forest Weekend Backpack Trip - Zaleski State Forest Weekend Backpack Trip. April 2000. ( Click On Any Photo For A Larger Version ) Photos By Jim Maurer. More Photos. Copyright ? 2001 Jim Maurer.
Fun Around Ohio University - Do you think fun is hard to find in Athens? Well, this page is here to help. It will highlight fun information about Ohio University and the Athens and surrounding communities, as well as some...
Paper1 - Landscape Ecology Graduate Paper, June, 1997 Restoring forest wilderness in Ohio by Chad Kister. Introduction Reed Noss conducted an impressive study of our nation's ecosystems for the United...
Spotted Horse Ranch- Hocking Hills Ohio, Attractions - hocking hills. ATTRACTIONS. Hocking State Forest Horse Camp. Tar Hollow Horse Camp. State Parks Old Man's Cave. Cedar Falls. Rock House. Ash Cave. Conkle's Hollow. Cantwell Cliffs. Lake Logan. ...
Vinton Furnace Forest Experiment Station - The Birth of the Vinton Furnace Forest Experiment Station. By Emmett A. Conway, Sr., The Olde Forester. Realizing that most practicing foresters of the Year 2000 weren.t even born when the...
Statewide Ohio bird sightings in March 1998 - Statewide Ohio bird sightings in March 1998
USDA Forest Service RWU NE-4153 Fire Fire Surrogate Study - Hobos are data recorders connected to stainless steel temperature probes that were placed 25 cm above the ground surface. The recorders were buried in PVC tubes. Fire Fire Surrogate Research. ...
Lake Hope - Hocking Hills State Parks - Lake Hope. Lake Hope. A natural paradise, Lake Hope State Park lies entirely withinthe 18,200-acre Zaleski State Forest in the valley of Big SandyRun. It is a rugged,...
Area Campgrounds
Happy Hills Campground and Cabins
22245 S.R. 278 South
Nelsonville, OH
740-385-6720


Lake Snowden Campground
5900 US Route 50
Albany, OH
740-698-6373


Area Fishing Related Businesses
Frank's Bait Carryout & Cnfctn
101 Central Ave
Athens, OH
(740) 593-3755


Williams Bait & Tackle
1268 S Pennsylvania Ave
Wellston, OH
(740) 384-6163



Area Activities
Tourism
Hocking Hills Internet Guide - hockinghills.com - Rockbridge, OH
Offical Guide to Southeastern Ohio's Scenic Wonderland, the Hocking Hills. The 9 State Parks and State Forests. How to get there, things to do, interesting local merchants, what to see, places to stay. Reserve your cabin or campsite online!

Web Site: http://www.hockinghills.com
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