Knox County Park District

Knox County Park District Our purpose is to acquire, conserve, protect, and manage Knox County's natural & historical resources while preserving the rural character of the county. Mt.
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Knox County Park District protects, manages and maintains over 1,000 acres of land throughout the county including seven natural park areas (Wolf Run, Hellbender Preserve, Honey Run Waterfall, Honey Run Highlands, Indianfield Bluffs, Thayer Ridge and Bat Nest Road), several access points along the beautiful Kokosing and Mohican rivers, the Mount Vernon access to the Kokosing Gap Trail and numerous

scenic hiking trails. In addition, there are several area bike trails, and the Park District offers free educational and recreational opportunities during the year to delight your senses and rekindle your spirit. Travel the Gateway to Amish Country Scenic Byway along US 62 and SR 514 as you visit our parks and trails. Be sure to check periodically for upcoming events. Park Etiquette:
All natural features - plants, wildlife, geologic specimens and historic artifacts belong to the citizens of Knox County and are not to be collected, distrubed, harmed, or defaced in any manner. Camping is not permitted; vehicles (including ATV's and UV's) and bicycles are permitted only in parking areas; Dogs or other pets must be leashed at all times (except at the dog park) and must be under owner control. Pet owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets; Use of alcohol and/or illegal drugs is strictly prohibited! Park/Access addresses:

*Wolf Run Regional Park…..17621 Yauger Rd. Vernon, Ohio 43050

*Hellbender Preserve…..23316 Coshocton Rd. Howard, Ohio 43028

*Honey Run Waterfall…..10855 Hazel Dell Rd. Howard, Ohio 43028

*Honey Run Highlands…..10816 Millersburg Rd. Howard, Ohio 43028

*Idianfield Bluffs Park…..10855 Sapp Rd. Howard, Ohio 43028

*Thayer Ridge Park…..7077 Thayer Rd. Vernon, Ohio 43050

*Bat Nest Road Area/Riley Chapel Road Access…..10300 Riley Chapel Rd. Walhonding, Ohio 43843

*Pipesville Road Access…..12059 Pipesville Rd. Howard, Ohio 43028

*Millwood Access…..11640 Bridge St. Howard, Ohio 43028

*Greer Landing Access…..20389 Brinkhaven Rd. Glenmont, Ohio 20389

*Big Run Road Access…..8921 Big Run Rd. Gambier, Ohio 43022

*Kokosing Gap Canoe Access…..17812 Lower Gambier Rd. Vernon, Ohio 43050

Kokosing Gap Trail Access Areas:

-500 Mount Vernon Ave. Vernon, Ohio 43050

-9943 Laymon Rd. Gambier, Ohio 43022

-297 Duff St. Gambier, Ohio 43022

-22500 Stull Rd. Gambier, Ohio 43022

-10921 Killduff Rd. Gambier, Ohio 43022

-23316 Coshocton Rd. Howard, Ohio 43028

-715 Trail Dr. Danville, Ohio 43014

Mohican Valley Trail Access Areas:

-402 East St. Danville, Ohio 43014

-27825 Buckeye Rd. Danville, Ohio 43014

-15700 Tiger Valley Rd. Danville, Ohio 43014

*Mohican Valley Trail & Water Trail…..16606 Hunter Rd. Brinkhaven, Ohio 43006

Heart of Ohio Trail Access Areas:

-7760 Thayer Rd. Vernon, Ohio 43050

-7180 Simmons Church Rd. Centerburg, Ohio 43011

-59 Johnsville Rd. Centerburg, Ohio 43011

*Kokosing Water Trail (BFEC)…..10115 Laymon Rd. Gambier, Ohio 43022

We hope you plan to travel the Kokosing Gap Trail soon!
08/31/2026

We hope you plan to travel the Kokosing Gap Trail soon!

Thanks, Sam, for a lovely photo!

08/28/2026

Milling and repaving of the KGT is to begin next Wednesday (Sept 2) at the Mount Vernon terminus. The entire trail will be resurfaced and sections of the trail will be closed as the work progresses east over the coming weeks. Detours will be posted. Work is weather dependent.

A rainbow over Honey Run Highlands Park! Many thanks to our friend Mallory Poole who captured these beautiful photos ear...
08/27/2026

A rainbow over Honey Run Highlands Park!

Many thanks to our friend Mallory Poole who captured these beautiful photos earlier this week!

In celebration of NATIONAL DOG DAY, here are just a few of the wonderful dogs who have brought their owners to our parks...
08/26/2026

In celebration of NATIONAL DOG DAY, here are just a few of the wonderful dogs who have brought their owners to our parks and trails over the years. Do you recognize any of them? Can you pick your favorite?

Josh Billings once said, "A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than you love yourself."

The Woodlands' main entrance is now re-opened and sporting a new asphalt connector! Many thanks to the project manager,...
08/24/2026

The Woodlands' main entrance is now re-opened and sporting a new asphalt connector! Many thanks to the project manager, United Aggregates Inc, for a job well done.

Just a reminder that the main entrance to The Woodlands at 1740 Vernonview Drive will be closed for several hours today ...
08/24/2026

Just a reminder that the main entrance to The Woodlands at 1740 Vernonview Drive will be closed for several hours today while the connector asphalt is poured between the apron and the road.

The main entrance for The Woodlands located at 1740 Vernonview Drive will be closed on Monday, August 24 for the install...
08/21/2026

The main entrance for The Woodlands located at 1740 Vernonview Drive will be closed on Monday, August 24 for the installation of the asphalt connector between the concrete apron and the road. We anticipate re-opening the entrance later the same day.

08/20/2026
When raindrops converge...
08/19/2026

When raindrops converge...

Take some time today to enjoy the delicacies of nature.
08/18/2026

Take some time today to enjoy the delicacies of nature.

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117 East High Street, Suite 253
Mount Vernon, OH
43050

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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