Wildflowers & Butterflies

While at Glenlaurel, stroll the grounds and enjoy all the natural beauty. From early spring well into summer and early fall, the wildflowers are sure to be a spectacular site. Many of the wildflowers at Glenlaurel are hard to find elsewhere…one more thing to love about Glenlaurel! 

Over 261 wildflower species have been identified in the Hocking Hills State Park (for a free brochure, visit the park office). Each year around April, Hocking Hills State Park hosts an annual Wildflower & Waterfalls Hike where you can observe nature’s carpet of wildflowers and abundant waterfalls. Meet at the Ash Cave parking lot. For more information, please call (740) 385-6841. 

Butterfly Ridge is an environmental education facility that is home to over 70 species of birds. Butterfly Ridge is an organization dedicated to butterfly conservation and protecting the butterfly habitat. Take a stroll through the various walking trails and pollinator habitats. Some guided tours available, please inquire directly with facility. The property has a gift shop and offers guided bird walks. Please contact Butterfly Ridge directly for hours of operation and other details, (740) 204-5372.

The Hocking Hills Butterfly Trail consists of 14 locations each featuring a different set of butterfly wings. The trail is the result of a project spearheaded by Logan in Bloom and funded by the Hocking Hills Tourism Association. While visiting the Hocking Hills Butterfly Trail, you will learn all about the featured butterflies, their habitats, and their food sources. Plan your butterfly exploration by visiting the Regional Welcome or download the trail map here.