2 day trip from McArthur, OH to Laurelville, OH (65 miles)
From Lake Hope State Park to Tar Hollow State Park, across approximately 65 miles of Appalachian foothills, going through some of the best known landmarks of southeastern Ohio. This is a challenging route, with a little over 5,000 ft of climbing over these two days. The riders will accomplish this over two day and have the chance to relax at our camp in Hocking Hills on day 1 and visit Old Man’s Cave
Itinerary
Riders will meet at Lake Hope on Friday afternoon and set up camp. There are hiking trails leaving from the campground where you can explore the area around Lake Hope. Dinner will be provided on Friday night. If the weather is accommodating, we will have a fire and discuss the upcoming adventure.
Day 1: 36 mile ride from Lake Hope State Park to Hocking Hills (2,760 ft of climbing)
| After breakfast and coffee, we will discuss the route for the day and ensure that all riders are prepared for the day’s adventure. The route begins with a rolling descent through the state park, crossing highway 278 and heading for the historic Moonville Tunnel. Riders will make their way to Hocking Hills State Park, home to the famous Old Man’s Cave. Once riders arrive at camp, there will be snacks and refreshments waiting. Riders will set up their tents and have time to relax and perhaps make their way over to see the famous Cave or enjoy some of the hiking trails in the area. Dinner will be provided that evening. |
Day 2: 27 mile ride from Hocking Hills State Park to Tar Hollow State Park (2,330 ft of climbing)
| Note that this route will be on a little section of single track of the Buckeye Trail. There is a road around for those uncomfortable with the single track. This section will take you past the well known Ash Cave. The route ends at Tar Hollow, where we will have snacks and refreshments waiting with the shuttle to take us back to Lake Hope State Park to our vehicles. |
The costs will scale depending on group size, from 2 up to a maximum of 6 riders. Please contact us for price information.
If these distances are too short and you wish to extend this route, reach out and we will create bespoke adventures for your level of fitness and adventure.