I don't think Dement Hollow goes through. No connection is a reason to take Locke Creek & also why it wasn't considered for HOT....hmmmm new road. (but I've thought wrong before)
Up Locke Creek is a little steep for this time of year. The next connection to Pleasant Ridge is Auburntown but a more interesting choice is Doolittle.
Perhaps scout Dement with bailout option to Doolittle. It appears to add a few miles.
No going up Locke Creek when I'm the creator - so I'll rework the route - figure in a 30 miler and post something after we walk the dogs and eat some supper.