Ash Cave

South Bloomingville, Ohio

5.0/5

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0.51 miles

Elevation Gain

69 ft

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At 700 ft. long and 100 ft. deep, Ash Cave is a massive recess cave tucked away in the southern hills and forests of Ohio.

Getting to Ash Cave is extremely easy with a short half-mile loop hike from the parking area; there's also a rim trail above the cave that adds 90 feet of elevation and some extra distance. The cave is great for relaxing in the shade during a hot day, enjoying a spring picnic, or grabbing some images during the morning/evening. There's a waterfall from the rim of the cave that typically has good flow in the spring or after a large rain event.

Peak fall colors are incredible here but the waterfall is rarely more than a trickle then. If you're visiting in the winter a large pile of ice usually forms at the mouth of the cave.

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Ash Cave Reviews

Wiona Porath

Wanderer

Ash Cave

09/17/24

Love taking family and friends of all ages! It’s a short hike but really fun and safe for little ones!

5.0

Amelia Walker

Explorer

Ash Cave

07/27/20

Such a beautiful, open cave with a picturesque waterfall! A very easy and short hike met with a unique and wonderful view. Fall is an especially beautiful time to visit this park.

5.0

Emma LaFleur

Seeker

Ash Cave

05/27/19

absolutely gorgeous. got there early before the crowd and got to enjoy the view alone. hiked all the way to old mans cave and back to ash cave for a total of 11.6 miles.

5.0

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