🥾 ActiveWeekend · from Cleveland, OH

Hemlock Gorges & Mill-Powered Streams

Discover cascading waterfalls and historic mill ruins while hiking through lush gorges just hours from Cleveland.

Day 1 — Mohican-Memorial State ForestDay 2 — McConnells Mill State Park

Day 1 — Mohican-Memorial State Forest

🚗 1 hr 35 min driving📍 5 stops

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Morning

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Drive

Cleveland, OH → Mohican-Memorial State Forest

1 hr 31 min8:00 AM → 9:31 AM

Mohican-Memorial State Forest

★ 4.8

Escape into thousands of acres of pristine wilderness featuring dramatic gorges, cascading waterfalls, and some of Ohio's most scenic hiking trails.

9:31 AM📍 See location

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Lunch

🍽️ Lunch10:31 AM

The Black Fork Bistro

Indulge in elevated farm-to-table cuisine that showcases regional flavors in an intimate atmosphere nestled in the heart of Loudonville.

★ 4.5American Restaurant📍 Maps →

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Afternoon

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Drive

Mohican-Memorial State Forest → Mohican State Park

3 min12:00 PM → 12:03 PM

Mohican State Park

★ 4.8

Hike the scenic gorge trails along the Clear Fork River, spotting hemlock cliffs and waterfalls. Canoe or kayak through calm waters beneath towering sandstone walls.

12:03 PM📍 See location

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Evening

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Drive

Mohican State Park → Trails End Restaurant - Loudonville, OH

1 min5:00 PM → 5:01 PM

Trails End Restaurant - Loudonville, OH

★ 4.4

Savor hearty, locally-inspired comfort food in a rustic riverside setting that perfectly captures the charm of rural Ohio.

5:01 PM📍 See location

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The Mohicans Treehouse Resort and Wedding Venue

Rated 4.7★ (455 reviews) — a well-rated base for your night near Mohican-Memorial State Forest.

Day 2 — McConnells Mill State Park

🚗 5 hr 24 min driving📍 4 stops

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Morning

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Drive

Mohican-Memorial State Forest → McConnells Mill State Park

2 hr 33 min8:00 AM → 10:33 AM

McConnells Mill State Park

★ 4.8

Discover a hidden gem featuring dramatic cliffs, a roaring waterfall, and a historic mill set against the backdrop of Pennsylvania's rugged landscape.

10:33 AM📍 See location

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Lunch

🍽️ Lunch11:33 AM

Brown's Country Kitchen

Dig into authentic, made-from-scratch country cooking that feels like a home-cooked meal prepared by someone who truly cares about flavor.

★ 4.4Brunch Restaurant📍 Maps →

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Afternoon

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Drive

McConnells Mill State Park → Moraine State Park

6 min12:33 PM → 12:39 PM

Moraine State Park

★ 4.7

Trek meadow and woodland trails past glacial kettle lakes and interpretive signs explaining the Ice Age landscape. Watch for migrating waterfowl and wildflowers blooming across the rolling terrain.

12:39 PM📍 See location

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Evening

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Drive

Moraine State Park → Ben Franklin's Taproom & Grille

11 min5:00 PM → 5:11 PM

🍽️ Dinner5:11 PM

Ben Franklin's Taproom & Grille

Enjoy craft beers and gourmet pub fare in a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates local flavors and brewing traditions.

★ 4.5Restaurant📍 Maps →

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Drive

Ben Franklin's Taproom & Grille → Cleveland, OH

2 hr 34 min6:11 PM → 8:45 PM

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