Zach's Bachelor Party

Here We Go
Again

Zach's doing this whole marriage thing again — so naturally, we're sending him off again. Camping under the stars. Rafting lazy rivers all day. updated Hiking through ancient gorges. No Wi-Fi. No wedding planning. Just the boys and the wilderness.

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Three Days.
One More Adventure.
Zach's getting married — again — so we're doing what any good crew does. Sending him into the woods for one more weekend of zero responsibilities, cold beers, and campfire stories. Because apparently he didn't learn the first time.
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Days
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Groom
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Trails
Campfire Beers
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Camp

Tent camping, fire pits, and stargazing. Real camping — not glamping. The way Zach would want it.

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Float

updated

Raft the river all day — coolers, beers, and zero effort. Deep enough to swim, lazy enough that nobody has an excuse to sit out.

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Send-Off

Campfire nights, cold ones, stories about Zach's worst decisions (including marriage #1), and maybe a few surprises. What happens in Hocking Hills stays in Hocking Hills.

Where We're Setting Up
Top campground picks with river access for rafting by day and campfire hangouts by night. Close enough to trails, far enough from civilization. updated
Lakeside campsite

Lake Logan State Park

Lake Access Tent Sites Fire Pits

Lakefront tent sites with swimming beach. Raft launch right from camp. Showers and restrooms on-site.

$28
per night
Starry night camp

Rock House Campground

River 300yd Primitive

Quieter, more secluded. Sandy beach area on the Hocking River. Boat ramp, swimming. True backcountry feel.

$22
per night
Rafting on river

Hocking River

Class I-II rapids. Perfect for all skill levels.

Raft the River updated
All-day lazy river floating with Class I-II rapids. Load up the raft with coolers and kick back. Don't worry — if Zach falls in, we'll get it on video.
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Friday Evening Float new

Short 1-2 hour shakeout run after camp setup. Get on the water, crack a cold one, ease into the weekend.

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Saturday Full-Day Float new

The main event: 6-8 hours on the river. Rafts loaded with food, drinks, and a speaker. Swim stops along the way.

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Sunday Morning Float new

Easy 1-2 hour morning run to the takeout point. Soak up the last stretch before heading home by noon.

World-Class Gorge Hiking
Ancient hemlock forests, recess caves carved over millennia, and waterfalls around every bend. The trails are the reason Hocking Hills is famous.
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Old Man's Cave

The signature trail. Upper and Lower Falls, gorge carved by Queer Creek, and the namesake cave shelter.

1.5mi
Distance
2–3hr
Time
Moderate
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Ash Cave

Largest recess cave in Ohio — 700ft horseshoe with a 90ft waterfall. Flat, paved, wheelchair accessible.

0.5mi
Distance
30min
Time
Easy
03

Cedar Falls

Beautiful waterfall tucked in a hemlock gorge. Connected to Old Man's Cave via the Grandma Gatewood Trail.

1.0mi
Distance
1hr
Time
Easy
04

Conkles Hollow Rim Trail

Most dramatic views in the park. Sheer cliff edges, 200ft deep gorge. Not for those afraid of heights.

2.5mi
Distance
2hr
Time
Strenuous
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Rock House

Ohio's only true cave in non-ite bearing rock. Tunnel-like corridor with window openings 25ft up in the cliff.

0.5mi
Distance
45min
Time
Moderate
What to Bring
We'll coordinate shared gear. Here's what every man needs to show up with. No excuses.

🏕️ Camp

  • Tent + ground tarp
  • Sleeping bag (rated 40°F)
  • Sleeping pad or air mattress
  • Pillow
  • Headlamp + extra batteries
  • Camp chair
  • Lighter / waterproof matches

🥾 Hike & Raft updated

  • Hiking boots (broken in!)
  • Water shoes or sandals
  • Daypack
  • Water bottle (32oz+)
  • Sunscreen (waterproof!) + bug spray new
  • Quick-dry towel
  • Dry bag for electronics
  • Quick-dry clothes / swim trunks new
  • Change of clothes for after water new

🍻 Food, Drinks & Personal

  • Cooler + ice
  • Your beer / drinks of choice
  • Snacks for the trail
  • Rain jacket
  • Layers (mornings are cool)
  • First aid basics
  • Phone charger / power bank
SHARED GEAR Camp stove, cookware, firewood, bluetooth speaker, yard games — we'll coordinate who brings what
Cost Per Head
Estimated cost breakdown per person. A proper send-off doesn't have to break the bank — the groom's share gets split among the crew. He's already cost us one bachelor party, so let's keep this one cheap.
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Groom Rides Free

Tradition says we cover Zach. Larger group = lower per-person cost. With 6+ guys splitting everything, this is cheaper than a night downtown.

3-Day Trip Estimate

~$180 /person
Campsite
2 nights, split between group
$25
🛶
Raft Rental updated
Multi-day with shuttle service
$55
Gas
Round trip, split
$35
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Food & Drinks
Camp meals + snacks
$50
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Firewood & Misc
Firewood, ice, extras
$15
ESTIMATED TOTAL
~$180
The Itinerary
Flexible plan — we'll adjust based on weather, energy, and how late the campfire went the night before.
Friday
Roll In
4:00 PM updated
Arrive at campground, set up tents, crack open the first round
4:30 PM new
🛶 Evening shakeout raft — 1-2 hours on the river to kick things off
6:30 PM
Campfire feast — burgers, brats, corn on the cob
9:00 PM
Fireside roast of Zach, stories, stargazing
Saturday
The Big Day
7:30 AM
Camp breakfast — eggs, bacon, coffee on the stove
9:00 AM updated
🛶 Full-day rafting — 6-8 hours on the river with coolers, food, and swim stops
5:00 PM updated
Back at camp, recharge, clean up
7:00 PM
Bachelor party main event — cookout, games, Zach's last night of freedom (again)
Sunday
The Recovery
8:00 AM
Pancake breakfast over the fire
9:00 AM new
🛶 Morning raft — easy 1-2 hour float to the takeout point
11:00 AM updated
Break camp, pack up
12:00 PM updated
Head home — stop for lunch in Logan. Zach returns to his future wife in one piece (hopefully). Third time's the charm if this one doesn't stick.
Zach's Bachelor Party

You In?

Zach liked marriage so much he's doing it twice. Camp sites book fast — we need headcount to lock in reservations and split costs. Don't be the guy who missed this.

3 days, 2 nights
~$180/person
Rafting included updated
All skill levels