Hocking Hills Itinerary
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The Perfect 5-Day Hocking Hills Itinerary
It's time to get outside and explore
Looking to get outdoors and enjoy some of the most sought-after things to do in Hocking Hills? Though many of our guests stay with us for a romantic getaway, there are just too many outdoor adventures waiting for you to explore in Hocking Hills that we’d hate for you to miss! If you prefer a wee bit more adventure and activity on your vacations, view our outdoor adventure itinerary to see what you need to add to your travel plans.
Day 1: Get Settled into your cottage or luxury guest room
Check in and then check out your luxurious accommodations for the weekend. Whether you’ve booked a room, suite, or cabin for your Ohio getaway, you’ll be delighted with the amenities, attention to detail, and character each room commands.
After getting organized or refreshed in your room, head to our spacious grounds. Start your adventure on the right foot with our private hiking trails and waterfalls, or find one of our hammocks for a bit of privacy. Exploring our beautiful property is one of the most unique things to do in Hocking Hills, and it’s an uncrowded adventure you won’t forget.
You may have worked up quite the appetite during your stroll, and you’re in luck, as it’s time to head back inside for dinner at our Hocking Hills restaurant. This two-hour experience takes you on a culinary adventure over multiple courses and, on select nights, some live entertainment.
After a great night of good food and even better company, head outdoors for a night of lively conversation and fun around the bonfire.
Day 2: Take an Adventure Trek!
You’ll want to be up at a decent hour to head down to our full three-course breakfast! Featuring scones, our famous porridge, and a delicious breakfast entrée, this breakfast will be sure to give you plenty of energy for your first full-day adventure in Hocking Hills!
In fact, you’re starting your day with a Hocking Hills Adventure Trek, one of the most popular things to do in Hocking Hills, Ohio. These expert-guided hikes can take you on a State Forest tour, visit a nature preserve, teach nature photography skills, or rappel waterfalls. You choose the adventure that suits your skill and comfort level. The Hocking State Forest Trek is a popular choice, offering views of waterfalls and rock formations and opportunities to learn about the wildlife and plants that call the forest home.
Either enjoy a pre-packed lunch or stop somewhere before heading over to Lake Logan for some fishing or boating around the lake.
Visit your room to change for dinner, then join the other guests at the pub for social hour with light snacks and refreshments. Stay for dinner or have dinner delivered to your room! After your meal, head to the grounds with a blanket and a sweater or two for some stellar stargazing.
Day 3: Biking & Hiking in Hocking Hills
We know you’re excited to explore, but don’t explore on an empty stomach! Head back down for a delicious breakfast before beginning your day in Hocking Hills!
Rent a bike so you can ride our bike paths and trails, such as the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway, a 21-mile path that lets you ride along the Appalachian foothills! Biking is a great way to get to know our area better and is one of the most popular things to do in Hocking Hills besides hiking.
After a morning of pedaling your way around our trails and woods, head back to Glenlaurel for a delightful picnic lunch! You may enjoy your lunch in your room or suite, but when the weather’s nice, you can’t beat an outdoor old-fashioned picnic.
Sticking with a wheel-themed day, you’re off to our Hocking Hills Nature Trails! This site is designed to wow even the most skilled ATV riders with bridges, streams, rocks, and a mud bog! You could spend hours here and still find a new scene around every turn.
Join us for another wonderful six-course meal tonight. You’ll definitely have earned it with all the exploration you did today. After dinner, join your new friends around the bonfire, look up at the sky for some stargazing, or tuck in a little early.
Day 4: Fly Above the Treetops
Enjoy our hearty breakfast before you begin another day of exploring all the unique things to do in Hocking Hills.
Next, you’re off to discover another type of trail found throughout our area: rivers! Schedule a canoe or kayak excursion for a morning on the river to work out your arms and give your legs a break after yesterday’s biking adventure. Not only will you enjoy using different muscles, but you’ll discover that this is one of the most beautiful things to do in Hocking Hills.
We’d love to craft a picnic lunch for you again, or you may stop at any local restaurant while you’re out and about. Between dinners and breakfasts at Glenlaurel, you might only need a snack or light lunch, and today is no exception, as you’re spending your afternoon high among the trees.
A 50-mph adrenaline rush waits for you at the Hocking Hills Canopy Tour, without a doubt one of the most thrilling things to do in Hocking Hills. For about three hours, you’ll enjoy the rush of ziplining and the stunning views from the treetops.
Day 5: Tee Off For Some Fun!
The early bird gets the scrumptious worm as you eat your final breakfast during your stay at Glenlaurel. Savor every bite before you make your way onto our grounds, to enjoy even more unique things to do in Hocking Hills.
Tee off to some fun on our on-site 8-hole golf course! Try your hand at Scottish golf, the way it was played 100 years ago. Don’t worry if the game is going as well as you hoped, as the old saying goes, “Failing means you’re playing!”
Pick up a picnic lunch or ask for one of our cheese trays to be delivered to your room for a delightful afternoon of snacking. Take some time to relax and take a leisurely stroll around the grounds, and see if you find any spots you missed on your first day here.
This evening, you’re in for some fun with a touch of romance on a sunset horseback riding expedition!
As you return to Glenlaurel, take one last look at our breathtaking views of the starry sky before turning in for a great night’s rest before your departure. As you check out, we’ll be wishing you a haste ye back to our exquisite Hocking Hills Lodging.
Five Unforgettable Days
Every great adventure needs an extraordinary place to come home to, and at Glenlaurel, that’s exactly what awaits you. After days filled with ziplining, rock climbing, kayaking, and exploring the rugged beauty of Hocking Hills, there’s nothing quite like returning to a sanctuary that matches the magic of everything you’ve experienced outdoors.
Choose a cozy Manor House guest room to recharge in classic Scottish style, upgrade to a lavish suite for those well-earned evening indulgences, or claim your own private cottage or croft, secluded retreat where you can relive the day’s highlights from the comfort of your own peaceful hideaway.
And with a gourmet three-course breakfast waiting each morning to fuel the next adventure, Glenlaurel isn’t just a place to sleep; it’s the perfect launchpad for five days you’ll never forget.