Conkle’s Hollow State Nature Preserve– Shadows in
the Night
State Route 56 and Ash Cave Hiking Trail
State Route 56
39.453492,-82.572727
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It is
not just the view bringing visitors to this nature preserve. Lost
treasure and ghostly shadows pique the curiosity of those willing to
sacrifice beauty for a bit of a scare-
Haunted Ohio-Conkle's Hollow
Conkle's
Hollow is under the direction of Ohio Division of Natural Areas and
Preservers. The area is well known for its unique rock formations,
high cliff overlooks and dotting of recess caves.
The Legend:
Native Americans once living in the area would rob settlers traveling through the area and hide their loot in the caves and hollows. Several of the thieves were caught, but not before they could hide their treasure in Conkle's Hollow. They were hung in hollow and to this day, it is said you can see their shadows roaming up and down the trails.
Take State Route 374 and turn on to Big Pine Road. From there, follow the signs to Conkle's Hollow where you will travel a dead-end drive back to the parking area and trail head.
When you get on the trail, head toward the Upper Rim Trail designated by the many steps. Since this is a preserve, you must stay on the marked trails! Also a word of caution-the upper section of Conkle's Hollow is over 200 feet in the air in some places and the trail is along the edge. Don't take kids here and certainly, use your common sense.
