Hocking Hills Ceremony Locations
Where dazzling beauty marries extraordinary locations.
Hundreds of lovely cottages, rustic cabins, cozy inns and B&Bs and other truly unique sites dot the Hocking Hills countryside. Each brings its own special warmth to your smaller ceremony, while a host of area wedding chapels, sophisticated restaurants and hotels and inns can accommodate larger groups of friends and family sharing your special day. Here are just a few ideas of the many special locations in the Hocking Hills that set a magical scene for your rehearsal dinner, wedding ceremony or reception.
We even have incredible events and locations for unforgettable bridal showers and bachelor or bachelorette parties. Imagine a special girls’ only cabin and massage weekend, a rock climbing expedition, or a golf outing for the men in your wedding party. What a wonderful way to celebrate your special friendships before you tie the knot!
Churches
More than a dozen lovely churches of all denominations are found in the Hocking Hills. Here is a list of many of them - area churches. Please check with clergy to make your arrangements.
Hocking Hills Wedding Chapels
While many cabins and inns are lovely for ceremonies and have reception areas, four Hocking Hills locations have added wedding chapels and reception areas, each in a lovely wooded, natural setting. They all offer overnight lodging on site for the ultimate gathering of family and friends sharing your celebration.
Hocking Hills Wedding Chapel
Hocking Hills Chapel
A Georgian Manner
Ravenwood Castle
Traveling Chapel
Inns and Cabins with reception areas and food service
The complete package: the scenery and peacefulness of the Hocking Hills, with reception areas, catering, wedding experts and lodging – all right on site!
Charming Restaurants and Reception Halls
Coupled with picturesque locations, these locations make having a ceremony right at your reception location a convenient and memorable way to enjoy your Hocking Hills wedding celebration. Choose a theme and turn the reception hall into your personalized party.
Hocking Hills State Park & Other Outdoor Locations
Ash Cave is most popular, with a handicap accessible path and room for a large group to congregate. Weddings may take place at other park locations, such as Old Man’s Cave and Lake Logan as well, however, you must get a permit from the Hocking Hills State Park staff by calling 740-385-6841. There is a small fee for the permit.
Insiders recommend you reserve the shelter house at your park location for preparations. It’s also recommended that you choose a back-up ceremony location such as a cabin, inn or B&B – just in case of inclement weather.
The park will not close down for your wedding, so be prepared to share your special day (and the trails and scenery) with park visitors. And consider the goodwill gesture of making a donation to Friends of the Hocking Hills State Park . It’s a wonderful way to honor of your wedding day and leave a lasting legacy for your special location. (Friends is a non-profit group of volunteers who assist the park with fundraising, improvements and special projects.)
Looking for a more private outdoor location? Many of the area cabin and cottage owners and innkeepers have outdoor locations on-site that would be perfect for your ceremony. Call your favorite lodging and just ask!
By the Water
Many Hocking Hills area lodging rentals have lakes and ponds at their locations, and a search for those can be done on our custom lodging search. After reviewing ones that might be appropriate for your wedding ceremony, check with the lodging facility about your plans.
Lake Logan is part of the Hocking Hills State Park and a permit must be obtained (see above) to hold a wedding ceremony there.
On the Water
Adventurous? Rent a canoe or two-person kayak and take your vows on the Hocking River. Or you can rent a pontoon boat and take to Lake Logan and plan a sunset ceremony.
By the Fire
Most rental cabins and B&Bs have beautiful fireplaces, many with in large gathering rooms, where your family and friends can congregate for your wedding ceremony. Or perhaps an outdoor fire ring would be the setting for you. If you do plan an outdoor Hocking Hills wedding or reception, it’s wise to find an indoor site (possibly at the lodging facility you and your guests are staying) that you love just as much, in case of the weather fails to cooperate.
In the Garden
Hocking Hills and Logan, Ohio are known for bed and breakfasts and community parks with award-winning gardens, flower beds and landscaping. The Bowen House, Logan’s center for the arts, offers lovely grounds and a historic home available to rent.
Small-Town Gazebo
On Main Street in Logan, Ohio, quaint Worthington Park and its large gazebo makes a picture-perfect wedding spot. With its location in the heart of town, wonderful reception sites and restaurants are just a few doors down for a convenient and memorable reception. Make arrangements for Worthington Park by calling Logan City Services at 740-385-4060.
At the Ranch
Gather the Cowboys and Cowgirls! Real working cattle and country ranches, horse stables and other locations set the scene for your memorable celebration.
In a Tipi
Native American history and spirit is alive in the Hocking Hills. A picturesque luxury retreat with a large Sioux Tipi set on 50 scenic acres makes a great location for a unique wedding ceremony and family gathering. Ordained ministers with Native American ties can help bring the story full circle, connecting your ceremony to the earth in a way that’s meaningful to you.
Party with Pets
When planning a Hocking Hills wedding and reception, there’s no reason to leave the couple’s best friend at home. Many lodging cabins, cottages and B&Bs are pet friendly, and a list of those can be found in our custom lodging search.
