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Sightseeing
The Kokosing Gap Trail is a 14-mile-long recreational trail built on a former Pennsylvania Railroad right-of-way alongside the Kokosing River in east central Ohio. The trail begins in Mount Vernon and winds itself to Danville via Gambier and Howard
37 locals recommend
Kokosing Gap Trail
The Kokosing Gap Trail is a 14-mile-long recreational trail built on a former Pennsylvania Railroad right-of-way alongside the Kokosing River in east central Ohio. The trail begins in Mount Vernon and winds itself to Danville via Gambier and Howard
Wolf Run Regional Park consists of almost 260 acres of rolling topography and contiguous open space featuring nearly ten miles of hiking trails, woodlands, a pond and other natural features. A picnic shelter awaits your next outdoor family function.
13 locals recommend
Wolf Run Regional Park
17686 Yauger RdWolf Run Regional Park consists of almost 260 acres of rolling topography and contiguous open space featuring nearly ten miles of hiking trails, woodlands, a pond and other natural features. A picnic shelter awaits your next outdoor family function.
The Liberal Arts College is based on a 1,000-acre campus and set in a beautiful rural setting. Famous graduates include actors Paul Newman, Allison Janey and U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes. The college is registered with the National Historic Places in Ohio.
24 locals recommend
Kenyon College
106 College Park DrThe Liberal Arts College is based on a 1,000-acre campus and set in a beautiful rural setting. Famous graduates include actors Paul Newman, Allison Janey and U.S. President Rutherford B. Hayes. The college is registered with the National Historic Places in Ohio.
Looking for a great trail in Brown Family Environmental Center, Ohio? All Trails has 8 great hiking trails, running trails, walking trails and more, with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers. Just looking to take a quick stroll? Their are 6 easy trails in Brown Family Environmental Center ranging from 0.8 to 2.1 miles and from 944 to 1,135 feet above sea level. Start checking them out and you'll be out on the trail in no time!
7 locals recommend
Brown Family Environmental Center
9781 Laymon RdLooking for a great trail in Brown Family Environmental Center, Ohio? All Trails has 8 great hiking trails, running trails, walking trails and more, with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers. Just looking to take a quick stroll? Their are 6 easy trails in Brown Family Environmental Center ranging from 0.8 to 2.1 miles and from 944 to 1,135 feet above sea level. Start checking them out and you'll be out on the trail in no time!
The university's main campus is one of America's largest and most comprehensive. As Ohio's best and one of the nation's top-20 public universities, Ohio State is further recognized by a top-rated academic medical center and a premier cancer hospital and research center. Located in Columbus Ohio and home to the Ohio State Buckeyes.
147 locals recommend
The Ohio State University
The university's main campus is one of America's largest and most comprehensive. As Ohio's best and one of the nation's top-20 public universities, Ohio State is further recognized by a top-rated academic medical center and a premier cancer hospital and research center. Located in Columbus Ohio and home to the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Snow trails for winter skiing and snowboarding adventures for the entire family within 30 miles of Mount Vernon in Mansfield, OH.
50 locals recommend
Snow Trails
3100 Possum Run RdSnow trails for winter skiing and snowboarding adventures for the entire family within 30 miles of Mount Vernon in Mansfield, OH.
Located in Mount Vernon, Ohio, the park is a stunning 250-acre example of adaptive reuse, created on the former site of a glass-making factory. It offers architectural ruins, lakes, observation tower, walking trails, steel sculptures, a museum, and connections to both the Kokosing Gap Trail and the Heart of Ohio Trail.
45 locals recommend
Ariel-Foundation Park
10 Pittsburgh AveLocated in Mount Vernon, Ohio, the park is a stunning 250-acre example of adaptive reuse, created on the former site of a glass-making factory. It offers architectural ruins, lakes, observation tower, walking trails, steel sculptures, a museum, and connections to both the Kokosing Gap Trail and the Heart of Ohio Trail.
West 39 and Main Street in downtown Loudonville. Our leased canoes, kayaks, & tubes float along the same winding MOHICAN RIVER and quiet wooded countryside enjoyed and respected by Indians and settlers hundreds of years ago.
Mohican River
West 39 and Main Street in downtown Loudonville. Our leased canoes, kayaks, & tubes float along the same winding MOHICAN RIVER and quiet wooded countryside enjoyed and respected by Indians and settlers hundreds of years ago.
Water Park
This is a great way to cool off and enjoy some family fun in the water park! Fun for all ages, water slides and picnic area.
8 locals recommend
Hiawatha Water Park
100 Sychar RdThis is a great way to cool off and enjoy some family fun in the water park! Fun for all ages, water slides and picnic area.
Food scene
Fiesta Mexicana offers delicious food served in a relaxing, kid-friendly, and family friendly atmosphere. Authentic Mexican Cuisine.
13 locals recommend
Fiesta Mexicana
308 W High St
Fiesta Mexicana offers delicious food served in a relaxing, kid-friendly, and family friendly atmosphere. Authentic Mexican Cuisine.
Yummy frozen custard fresh every day so you can enjoy the best experience that frozen custard has to offer.
7 locals recommend
Whit's Frozen Custard
12220 Anchor DrYummy frozen custard fresh every day so you can enjoy the best experience that frozen custard has to offer.
For fantastic food and drinks in an elegant, historic setting, stop by the fabulous Alcove Restaurant & Lounge. Make sure to plan ahead and make reservations at the lovely Alcove Dinner Theater.
37 locals recommend
The Alcove Restaurant & Lounge
116 S Main StFor fantastic food and drinks in an elegant, historic setting, stop by the fabulous Alcove Restaurant & Lounge. Make sure to plan ahead and make reservations at the lovely Alcove Dinner Theater.
Local and delicious fresh market with meats, vegetables, staples and small dine in area. The best homemade donuts anywhere! Be there early on Saturday morning to get them hot out of the oven.
Troyer's Of Apple Valley
20354 Coshocton AveLocal and delicious fresh market with meats, vegetables, staples and small dine in area. The best homemade donuts anywhere! Be there early on Saturday morning to get them hot out of the oven.
Stein Brewing Company is the first brewery in Knox County since 1878 to be fully permitted to sell glasses of their local created draft beer to the consumer. Chef Erin Stevens leads the kitchen team to create some fantastic local cuisine.
19 locals recommend
Stein Brewing Company
109 S Main StStein Brewing Company is the first brewery in Knox County since 1878 to be fully permitted to sell glasses of their local created draft beer to the consumer. Chef Erin Stevens leads the kitchen team to create some fantastic local cuisine.
The Bad Apple Pub is a local favorite that offers live music, great food, pool tables and a full service bar. Located at the front of Apple Valley Lake subdivision.
22 locals recommend
The Bad Apple Pub
22001 Coshocton AveThe Bad Apple Pub is a local favorite that offers live music, great food, pool tables and a full service bar. Located at the front of Apple Valley Lake subdivision.
Lanning's Foods is a family business specializing in both wholesale and retail sales of fresh beef, pork, poultry, produce, and dairy. Bernard Lanning started the business in Mount Vernon in 1969. You can also rent a Hog Roaster!
Lanning's Foods
1033 Newark RdLanning's Foods is a family business specializing in both wholesale and retail sales of fresh beef, pork, poultry, produce, and dairy. Bernard Lanning started the business in Mount Vernon in 1969. You can also rent a Hog Roaster!
Live music and food trucks, through the summer, and beautiful scenery make this a great place to spend an evening. Come say hi to Webster! Located on 120 acres, nestled in the rolling hills of Licking County. Located 30 miles northeast of Columbus, between Newark, Johnstown, Mount Vernon
Otter Creek Vineyards
5291 Bennington Chapel RoadLive music and food trucks, through the summer, and beautiful scenery make this a great place to spend an evening. Come say hi to Webster! Located on 120 acres, nestled in the rolling hills of Licking County. Located 30 miles northeast of Columbus, between Newark, Johnstown, Mount Vernon
Casual chain with American fare, featuring burgers, a salad bar, cocktails & a convivial vibe.
Ruby Tuesday
1055 Coshocton AveCasual chain with American fare, featuring burgers, a salad bar, cocktails & a convivial vibe.
Entertainment
Listed on the national register for historic places, the Woodward Opera House is situated in the heart of Mount Vernon's Central Business District. This national landmark invites you to step back in time to the 1800s and experience the history!
8 locals recommend
Woodward Opera House
107 S Main StListed on the national register for historic places, the Woodward Opera House is situated in the heart of Mount Vernon's Central Business District. This national landmark invites you to step back in time to the 1800s and experience the history!
If you enjoy bowling with your family or friends this 24 lane bowling alley situated in the vicinity of the city of Mount Vernon is an amazing option that provides all the facilities that fans demand.
Colonial City Lanes
110 Mt Vernon AveIf you enjoy bowling with your family or friends this 24 lane bowling alley situated in the vicinity of the city of Mount Vernon is an amazing option that provides all the facilities that fans demand.
Award-Winning Live theater in Millersburg, Ohio approximately one hour from Apple Valley. Hold on to your seats and get ready for some explosive laughter! The shows are performed in a remarkable 600-seat auditorium with state-of-the art lighting, video, and sound.
35 locals recommend
Amish Country Theater
4365 OH-39Award-Winning Live theater in Millersburg, Ohio approximately one hour from Apple Valley. Hold on to your seats and get ready for some explosive laughter! The shows are performed in a remarkable 600-seat auditorium with state-of-the art lighting, video, and sound.
Apple Valley is one of Ohio's top-rated public courses. We rate almost a perfect 5 stars on GolfAdvisor.com and Google Reviews by OUR PLAYERS and not by made-up reviews. Book times now for this summer and see why people love playing here.
19 locals recommend
Apple Valley Golf Course
433 Clubhouse DrApple Valley is one of Ohio's top-rated public courses. We rate almost a perfect 5 stars on GolfAdvisor.com and Google Reviews by OUR PLAYERS and not by made-up reviews. Book times now for this summer and see why people love playing here.
The course flows out over 190 acres of rolling terrain adorned with both open fairways and others that cut through wooded areas. Water comes into play on seven holes.
Chapel Hill Golf Course
7516 Johnstown RdThe course flows out over 190 acres of rolling terrain adorned with both open fairways and others that cut through wooded areas. Water comes into play on seven holes.
The 18-hole Hiawatha Golf Course in Mount Vernon, OH is a public golf course that opened in 1959. Hiawatha Golf Course measures 6721 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 121 and a 71.8 USGA rating. The course features 3 sets of tees for different skill levels. The greens are bent grass and the fairways are bluegrass.
Hiawatha Golf Course
901 Beech StThe 18-hole Hiawatha Golf Course in Mount Vernon, OH is a public golf course that opened in 1959. Hiawatha Golf Course measures 6721 yards from the longest tees and has a slope rating of 121 and a 71.8 USGA rating. The course features 3 sets of tees for different skill levels. The greens are bent grass and the fairways are bluegrass.
City advice
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Bring comfortable clothes for warm days and cool nights
The most pleasant months of the year for Mount Vernon are June, September and August. In Mount Vernon, there are 5 comfortable months with high temperatures in the range of 70-85°. July is the hottest month for Mount Vernon with an average high temperature of 82.9°, which ranks it as cooler than most places in Ohio. January is the snowiest month in Mount Vernon with 10.2 inches of snow, and 6 months of the year have significant snowfall. July is the most humid month, though humidity is low for most of the year