Tar hollow state park is one of the most beautiful parks I have ever been to. It's clean and we'll kept. I highly recommend.
We hiked the North Loop which is about 10 miles. It was well marked with red blazes throughout, and they looked very recently repainted. Lots of different oaks (white, red, black, chestnut) and maples and tulip and elm trees to see.
Logan Trail - I love that it is remote and you are in the forest. Expect steep climbs and descents. It’s a must to have the detailed trail guide and do the north or south loop counterclockwise. The park and the trail are not maintained well enough without it. Otherwise, I would give it five stars. When I called the park office to check trail conditions, they had no idea.
The day we were there was a pleasantly warm summer day. 4-5 kids were swimming off the dock but other then this it was quite deserted. A walk around the beach area to see the picturesque little lake and then a blaze in one of the fire rings in beautiful surroundings! Definitely worth a visit.
One nice thing to know about Ohio's SP is there isn't a fee for day use. Remarkable!
The best campgrounds. So pleasent and clean. Just perfect place to relax and enjoy nature. Grandkids miss internet but papa loves not having cell phones and tablets, can play real games with all.
Tim
As close as this is to Chillicothe (which really isn't that close), Tar Hollow is truly a hidden gem. I love the solitude of it, especially on the North Ridge campground. It's definitely a place worth checking out.
Opportunity for quiet camping. Not crowded in late November, but Friday night hunting crowd can be noisy, especially when drinking (even though the law says no alcohol).
Very nice place so beautiful
One of the nicest areas just to take a drive would be Tar Hollow State Forest, which we visited in the fall—highly recommended. Sweeping vistas. There's a pretty reservoir, Pine Lake, with swimming and paddleboats. In the middle of the forest is a giant fire tower that it is possible to climb, although it seemed somewhat rickety and lacking in railings for our two young boys, so we didn't attempt it. While there we were absolutely swarmed by ladybugs.
Beautiful remote area with lots to do must see.