Kokosing Gap Trail — Attraction in Mount Vernon

So many great things about this trail that is very well maintained. Great for walking, seeing wildlife such as deer, chipmonks, various birds from cardinals, bald eagles, (indigo buntings usually in may) many others.

14 miles of bike trails that are split into various towns. Magnificent segment from Mount Vernon to Gambier that follows the Kokosing River in forest like scenery. Where it's not uncommon to see whitetail deer.

Heading into Gambier is quite a scene as you run into an old train and station look alike where restrooms are located. People of all ages enjoy climbing on train getting pictures taken.

Going from Gambier to Howard can be quite fun as generally half mi or so out of Gambler less people are seen where you can drop the hammer a bit. Pulling into Howard is always a delight as you see old train station that is now a locals house. Great photo opportunity.

Leaving Howard going into Danville is quite nice as you pass a few stream areas where wildlife can be seen. Deers coming to stream to drink even Bald Eagles can be spotted from time to time perching in tress or flying over head.

No matter the time of year you get the chance to come enjoy. You will find a great day filled with trails food and lodging. 5 star trail very...

I’ve been visiting the Kokosing Gap Trail for nearly three decades now, and it’s still one of the best trails in Ohio. It’s a 14-mile paved path that runs between Mount Vernon and Danville, built on an old railroad line. The scenery is incredible—wooded areas, farmland, river crossings, and a couple of long trestle bridges that are especially beautiful in the fall.

There’s a little bit of everything here: restored train cars in Gambier, an old stone tunnel near Howard, and plenty of spots to stop and take it all in. The trail is flat and easy to walk or bike, with benches and restrooms spaced out well. I’ve always found it to be clean and well-kept, thanks to the local volunteers who do a great job maintaining it.

It’s a peaceful, nostalgic place that never gets old, and every visit feels like a step back into simpler times, as my earliest walks were with my Grandma and Uncle, who are no longer on earth. If you're in the area, it’s well worth the walk or ride. Highly...

I love this trail, great huge bridges, great country ride, very Quiet, all paved, clean, air is fresh. I rode this trail way back in 1996, great wild flowers in early spring, early summer. Lots of tree covered riding, some grades, not bad. TAKE LOTS OF WATER WHEN YOU RIDE. AND ENJOY NATURE.!!

June 15 2022 Drove out to Mt Vernon, To ride on the Kakosing trail. Saw the BIG storm that went through . i rode The the trail for 5 miles. Trees down all over trail. Had to carry my bike over top, fallen tree. After 8 trees jumping over? I got exhausted. Took a good break, turned around, back to. My truck, what a waisted day. I mean some of these trees where BIG. Hope the ranger s get it cleaned up. Soon. This is one of my...