The Hocking Hills Scenic Byway was officially designated as an Ohio Scenic Byway in February 2005. The Scenic Byway passes through some of Ohio's most beautiful landscapes and circles the natural areas of the Hocking Hills State Park. The byway follows portions of Ohio State Highways 56, 374, and 664 between Rockbridge and South Bloomingville.

The 2,300-acre Hocking Hills State Park offers a little something for everyone. There's a dining lodge with restaurant, miles of hiking trails, picnic areas, and fishing in Rose Lake. The campground here has 172 sites; 159 with electric hookups. The camping fee is about $25 per night for sites with electricity; a few bucks less for sites without power. The state park also has 40 cottages available that rent for about $90 per night.

Founded in 1788, historic Marietta, Ohio, is recognized as the First Organized Settlement in the Northwest Territory. There is much to see and do in this small town of about 15,000 souls. There are several monuments including the Start Westward Monument in Muskingum Park, which pays tribute to the pioneers who settled in 1788. It was sculpted by Gutzon Borglum, also known for Mount Rushmore. Visitors can tour several historic structures including Bisantz-Bosworth House, The Castle, and Fearing House. You can tour the town on foot, by trolley, or ride the Valley Gem riverboat. Or you may wish to explore the surrounding area by following the Covered Bridge Scenic Byway, which crosses Wayne National Forest.