A Hocking County Map becomes much easier to read once Logan and the Hocking River are used as the central references. U.S. 33 follows the same broad east–west corridor through Logan, while Laurelville lies near the western edge, Murray City is close to the eastern side, and Rockbridge sits northwest of the county seat. The pattern is distinctly rural, with small communities separated by wooded ridges and narrow creek valleys. High-resolution map files are available for download in the section below.
This page combines a county road-and-place view with settlement connections, water features, and elevation relief. The original high-resolution JPG versions of the maps can also be downloaded together in a ZIP file, which is useful for printing, classroom material, presentations, or closer local reference.
Table of Contents
Logan, U.S. 33, and the roads crossing Hocking County
Logan is the county seat and the strongest road reference on the map. U.S. 33 passes through the city and continues southeast, while Ohio 93 runs south from the Logan area. Ohio 312 serves the north and northeast, and Ohio 374, 664, and 678 cross the hill country to the west. On the eastern side, Ohio 595, 216, and 78 help locate Carbon Hill and Murray City, while Ohio 328 and 278 are useful references near the southeastern boundary.
The county outline is notably irregular. Fairfield and Perry counties lie along the north, Athens County borders the east, Vinton County is to the south, and Ross and Pickaway counties meet the western side. Laurelville sits close to the western edge, while Murray City is near the eastern limit. Because the boundary steps inward and outward in several places, the shortest practical route to a destination may approach from a neighboring county rather than from the geometric center.
Rockbridge and West Logan provide additional orientation near the central and northwestern parts of the county. Hide-A-Way Hills is marked in the northern projection, and the county courthouse symbol appears in Logan. These references are useful at county scale, but the map is not intended to replace current local road, parcel, address, or construction information. Detailed travel or property questions should be checked against official county or state sources.
| County | Hocking County, Ohio |
|---|---|
| County seat | Logan |
| FIPS code | 39073 |
| 2025 estimated population | 27,512 |
| 2020 Census population | 28,050 |
| 2020 land area | 421.35 square miles |
| 2020 population density | 66.6 people per square mile |
| Useful map reference places | Logan, Laurelville, Murray City, Rockbridge, West Logan |
U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts lists a July 1, 2025 population estimate of 27,512 for Hocking County, compared with 28,050 residents in the 2020 Census. The county has 421.35 square miles of land and a 2020 population density of 66.6 people per square mile. The 2020–2024 mean travel time to work was 30.3 minutes. Those figures fit the map’s broad character: a sizable rural county where settlement and travel are shaped by terrain as well as distance.
Straight-line connections from Logan to Laurelville and Murray City
The city connection map centers on Logan and highlights two smaller communities at opposite sides of the county. It prints values of 6,993 for Logan, 633 for Laurelville, and 295 for Murray City. The map also labels Laurelville as 19 miles from Logan and Murray City as 12 miles away. Those mileage figures are straight-line distances, not driving distances, so actual road mileage can be longer because routes bend through the hills and valleys.
Laurelville lies on the western side near Ohio 56 and 180, making it a convenient reference for the Ross and Pickaway county side. Murray City is close to the eastern edge, where Ohio 78 and 216 are useful route references. Logan sits between them geographically, but the terrain means that practical travel is organized around U.S. 33 and a network of state routes rather than a single direct east–west road.
The three highlighted places also show how dispersed the county’s settlement is. Logan is the administrative and service center, yet smaller communities on the western and eastern edges remain important for local orientation. Rockbridge and Carbon Hill are not ranked as connection nodes on this particular image, but they appear on the full county map and may be better references for nearby destinations.
The printed settlement values should be treated as the figures supplied with the map rather than assumed to be the newest official population estimates for each community. For current population, municipal boundaries, or mailing-address questions, Census and local government sources are more appropriate. The connection image is primarily useful for comparing direction, approximate separation, and the role of Logan as the hub.
The Hocking River, Lake Logan, and a dense network of creek valleys
The Hocking River is the dominant water feature. It enters the central part of the county from the northwest, passes the Logan area, and bends southeast through a broad low valley. Lake Logan sits northwest of the city, with Clear Fork connecting the lake area toward the Hocking River. Together, the river and lake provide some of the clearest natural reference points in the county.
The eastern side is shaped by Monday Creek and its branches. Little Monday Creek and Snow Fork appear in the northeastern area, while Monday Creek itself winds south through a deeply cut valley. Scott Creek occupies the central-southern area, and Fivemile Creek is labeled farther east. These watercourses help explain why the topography looks so finely divided on the relief map.
West and southwest of Logan, Salt Creek, Pine Creek, Queer Creek, and Laurel Run occupy separate valleys. Lake Arrow Head is marked in the northern projection. Instead of a wide plain drained by one or two large rivers, Hocking County contains many short tributaries separated by steep ridges. That arrangement is one reason local roads often curve along valleys or cross high ground at selected points.
This is a county-scale water-reference map, not a flood map, parcel map, navigation chart, or legal statement of water boundaries. Current river levels, flood conditions, boating information, construction decisions, and similar uses require up-to-date information from USGS, park authorities, FEMA, or other responsible agencies.
Ridges and valleys across a 198–370 meter elevation range
The elevation map lists an actual range of about 198 to 370 meters, with a mean near 278 meters. Low ground appears in green along the Hocking River and major tributaries, while higher ridges shift through yellow and brown. The western and southwestern parts contain especially dense networks of narrow ridges, but similar terrain continues through the northern projection and the eastern side.
Logan occupies the Hocking River valley and therefore appears lower than much of the surrounding terrain. Leaving the river corridor can produce noticeable elevation changes over short distances, even when two points look close on the road map. Monday Creek creates another long low corridor in the east, while the western tributaries carve many smaller valleys into the uplands.
The colors are scaled locally for Hocking County and should be used for comparison within this map. A brown or green shade on another county map does not necessarily represent the same elevation. The surface is also not survey-grade data, so exact heights for a property, road, drainage project, or engineering calculation should come from USGS 3DEP source data or a professional survey.
How the Hocking River and hill country shape the county’s identity
Hocking County’s official website states that the county was founded on March 1, 1818 and that Logan is the county seat. The county takes its name from the Hocking River, a fitting connection because the river remains one of the strongest geographic features on the modern map. Logan, U.S. 33, Lake Logan, and several major tributaries all relate closely to the same central valley system.
County planning material and the Hocking Hills Tourism Association describe the region’s wooded hills, cliffs, gorges, and outdoor recreation as major parts of its identity. The map set does not mark every trail or park feature, but the terrain explains why those landscapes exist: high ridges are repeatedly cut by short, steep creek valleys, especially south and west of Logan.
Lake Logan is another practical reference north of Logan. Its position near the Hocking River corridor makes it easy to compare across the road, water, and elevation views. Visitors heading deeper into the Hocking Hills should use these county maps for broad orientation and then switch to current park trail maps and road information for specific hikes, parking areas, closures, or access conditions.
Using the map set for roads, settlements, waterways, and terrain
For a first look, find Logan and U.S. 33. Laurelville lies to the west, Murray City to the east, and Rockbridge to the northwest, so those places quickly establish direction. If the trip involves water, locate the Hocking River and Lake Logan next. For terrain questions, compare the same location on the elevation view and note how quickly the low valleys rise into surrounding ridges.
- Road orientation: use Logan and U.S. 33 before following smaller Ohio routes into the hills.
- Settlement connections: remember that the 19-mile Laurelville and 12-mile Murray City labels are straight-line distances from Logan.
- Water features: compare the Hocking River, Lake Logan, Monday Creek, Scott Creek, Salt Creek, and other tributaries.
- Terrain: use the elevation map to distinguish the low river corridors from the higher, closely spaced ridges.
- Printing and presentations: use the original high-resolution JPG files in the ZIP when sharper labels and linework are needed.
Comparing the same location across the map set keeps the information practical. Logan is the main road and service center on the county map, the hub on the settlement connection map, a city in the Hocking River valley on the water view, and a low point relative to nearby ridges on the elevation surface. Laurelville and Murray City can be examined the same way to understand not only where they are, but also the terrain that separates them from Logan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the county seat of Hocking County, Ohio?
Logan is the county seat. It lies along the Hocking River and U.S. 33, making it the most useful reference point for orienting the rest of the county. For an in-person government visit, check the current address and office hours of the specific agency.
Are the Laurelville and Murray City mileage labels driving distances?
No. The city connection map uses Logan as the hub and shows straight-line distances: 19 miles to Laurelville and 12 miles to Murray City. Actual driving distance can be longer because roads follow valleys, cross ridges, and approach the communities from different directions.
Why does Hocking County look so rugged on the elevation map?
The Hocking River and many tributaries have created a dense ridge-and-valley landscape. The supplied elevation surface spans roughly 198 to 370 meters, so low stream corridors and higher ridges stand out clearly. The map is designed for county-scale comparison and is not a substitute for survey-grade elevation measurements.
Map File Information
This ZIP contains the original high-resolution JPG versions of the Hocking County boundary, city-connection, water, and elevation maps shown on this page.
- Included Files: county map, city connection map, water map, elevation map
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Sources and References
Population, land area, density, and commuting figures were checked against U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts. County formation and county-seat information were reviewed on the official Hocking County website. Regional natural and visitor context was compared with the Hocking Hills Tourism Association, while stream and elevation descriptions also use the supplied map package and USGS source programs.
- U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Hocking County, Ohio
- Hocking County official website
- Hocking Hills Tourism Association official visitor site
- USGS National Hydrography
- USGS 3D Elevation Program
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