|
Wahkeena, named with an Indian word meaning "most beautiful" is a located on the edge of the Hocking Hills. This outdoor education area is used for nature study and is a preserve for birds and other wildlife.
Wahkeena's sandstone cliffs, part of the famous Black Hand sandstone, are forested primarily with tulip trees and oak. The 150 acre nature preserve also features interesting flora, including great rhododendron and mountain laurel; and about 26 types of ferns including Christmas and maidenhair.
Eight native orchids have been identified here, including the showy orchid and pink lady's slipper. In the summer one can observe over 69 species of birds and 15 species of mammals, including the pileated woodpecker and white-tailed deer. At the lodge, tour groups may view nature study exhibits. There are two trails available for hiking.
Due to budget cuts, hours may change after June 30. Please call before you visit.
Hours: April – October
| Monday - Friday |
CLOSED |
| Saturday |
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Sunday |
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
Open Holidays
(Memorial Day, Labor Day) |
12:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
Closed Holidays
(New Year's Day, July 4, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Monday holidays unless specified) |
CLOSED |
Groups by appointment
Hours: November – March Please note that Wahkeena Preserve is closed during the winter months.
Parking Fees
| OHS Members |
FREE |
| Personal Vehicle |
$7.00 |
| School Groups |
$3.00 per student |
| RV & Commercial Van |
$9.00 |
| Motorcycles |
$2.00 |
| Commercial Bus |
$70.00 |
AAA and senior discounts given. Military discounts are available to all active military and their dependents.
Location
|
Wahkeena is on Pump Station Road 1 mile west of County Road 86, which is six miles south of Lancaster off of U.S. Route 33 in Fairfield County.
Exit Rt 33 at Sharp Road (traffic light). Cross the bridge and turn right onto Old Logan Road and continue to Pump Station Road and turn left.
Click on map image to view a larger map, which will load in a new browser window.
|
General Information
Wahkeena Preserve
2200 Pump Station Road
Sugar Grove, OH 43155
Phone:
740-746-8695
1-800-297-1883 (toll free)
Site Manager:
T. Shisler
|
