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.
Flood Watch issued May 22 at 8:58PM EDT until May 23 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington OH
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...The following counties, in southeast Indiana, Dearborn, Franklin, Ohio, Ripley and Switzerland, the following counties, in Kentucky, Boone, Bracken, Campbell, Carroll, Gallatin, Grant, Kenton, Lewis, Mason, Owen, Pendleton and Robertson, and the following counties, in Ohio, Adams, Brown, Butler, Clermont, Clinton, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Hamilton, Highland, Hocking, Licking, Pickaway, Pike, Ross, Scioto and Warren. * WHEN...Until 5 AM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Additional rounds of showers, along with embedded thunderstorms will continue to move through the region tonight. Several locations have already received 1.5" to 2.0" of rain through the evening hours. Additional rainfall amounts up to 2.0" are possible overnight, which could result in areas of high water and localized flash flooding.
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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