Located in Hocking County, Ohio, Crane Hollow Preserve is part of the unglaciated Allegheny Plateau. The Preserve features varied native vegetation, along with cliffs and ravines formed in Black Hand Sandstone. William and Jane Ann Ellis began protecting the Crane Hollow watershed in 1977. Click here for more information on the founding of Crane Hollow Preserve.
In addition to preserving and managing Crane Hollow, scientific research is an important part of Crane Hollow's program. Studies of the preserve's geology, flora and fauna, and other natural features have been or are being conducted. For more information on research, click here.
In 1990, 1,200 acres of the Crane Hollow Preserve became part of the State of Ohio Nature Preserve system. Between the years of 2002-2011, an additional 85 acres were dedicated, increasing the size of the dedicated nature preserve to 1,285.
Crane Hollow Preserve also sponsors a variety of events designed to educate the public about local flora and fauna, natural history, and the region's unique ecosystem. Because this ecosystem is fragile, Crane Hollow Preserve is only open by restricted access. For information on educational programs, public hikes, and other events, click here.
In addition to preserving and managing Crane Hollow, scientific research is an important part of Crane Hollow's program. Studies of the preserve's geology, flora and fauna, and other natural features have been or are being conducted. For more information on research, click here.
In 1990, 1,200 acres of the Crane Hollow Preserve became part of the State of Ohio Nature Preserve system. Between the years of 2002-2011, an additional 85 acres were dedicated, increasing the size of the dedicated nature preserve to 1,285.
Crane Hollow Preserve also sponsors a variety of events designed to educate the public about local flora and fauna, natural history, and the region's unique ecosystem. Because this ecosystem is fragile, Crane Hollow Preserve is only open by restricted access. For information on educational programs, public hikes, and other events, click here.