Hocking Hills Rock House Shelter
Open year-round. Reservations required through ReserveOhio.com and can be made up to 6 months in advance. Maximum stay is 7 consecutive nights.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 1 at 11:42PM EDT until July 3 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values around 105. * WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
About
Rock House Shelter is one of the unique rock shelter camping sites at Hocking Hills State Park in southeastern Ohio. Unlike traditional campsites, this primitive accommodation allows visitors to camp within an actual geological rock shelter formation, providing an experience found nowhere else in Ohio. The site includes a built-in fireplace for warmth and cooking, creating an atmospheric overnight stay. The shelter is located near the famous Rock House geological feature, a massive recess cave with gothic-arched window openings carved by natural erosion into the Blackhand sandstone. The surrounding area offers access to hiking trails including the approximately one-mile Rock House Loop Trail. This is primitive camping with no electricity. Pit latrines are available nearby for restroom facilities. Reservations are required through ReserveOhio.com and can be made up to six months in advance. Due to the unique nature of these rock shelter sites, they book well ahead of time.
Directions
From Laurelville, Ohio, take State Route 374 south for approximately 5 miles. The Rock House Shelter is located within Hocking Hills State Park, with parking available near the trailhead.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $45 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 54ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (866) 644-6727 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Hocking Hills State Park | |
| ReserveOhio Reservations |
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