Wahkeena, named with an Indian word meaning "most beautiful" is a located on the edge of the Hocking Hills. This outdoor education area is used for nature study and is a preserve for birds and other wildlife.

Wahkeena's sandstone cliffs, part of the famous Black Hand sandstone, are forested primarily with tulip trees and oak. The 150 acre nature preserve also features interesting flora, including great rhododendron and mountain laurel; and about 26 types of ferns including Christmas and maidenhair.