If you’ve ever heard of an elusive “Corkscrew Falls” hiding in the Hocking Hills region of Ohio, you should know that it does in fact exist—but it goes by a different name and it’s only accessible after you’ve obtained a permit. Boch Hollow State Nature Preserve is home to this wondrous waterfall that once existed on private property, tucked away from the public eye.

Today, prepared Ohio explorers can view this stunning natural wonder. Here’s how:

Hidden in a beautiful nature preserve, this stunning waterfall is now open to the public via permit access.
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Address: 7000 Beech Camp Road, Logan, OH, 43138
With more than 600 acres of natural beauty to explore, this little-known nature preserve is a quiet hidden gem Ohio hikers will fall in love with.
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Boch Hollow State Nature Preserve protects a fragile ecosystem with amazing variety. Within this one nature preserve you'll encounter river banks, wooded hills, ridges and open fields.
One of the most unique features of the nature preserve is the large population of the Federally Endangered Running Buffalo Clover.
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Please note: Pets are not permitted at Bock Hollow State Nature Preserve

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Within the nature preserve, there are 7 miles of trails visitors can explore, including a portion of the statewide Buckeye Trail.
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To view a map of the nature preserve's trail system, click here.
Robinson Falls, (which is more commonly known as "Corkscrew Falls"), can only be viewed once you've obtained a permit.
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Note: Permits can take up to 30 days to process, so plan your visit accordingly. To request a permit online, click here.
From a distance, you might not notice the corkscrew flow of these 10-foot falls, but the closer you get to the falls along the stream bank, the more you'll see it—especially after heavy rainfall.
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Please note: Swimming, climbing on rocks and wading in the stream below the falls is prohibited.

Have you ever been to Both Hollow State Nature Preserve before? If so, did you get to see Robinson Falls? Share your photos and experiences with us!

For more gorgeous (and easily accessible) waterfalls in Ohio, check out our previous article: 9 Unbelievable Ohio Waterfalls Hiding In Plain Sight… No Hiking Required.

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