Howard, OH

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The Kokosing Gap Trail is a paved, 14-mile recreational trail built on a former Pennsylvania Railroad line with endpoints in Mount Vernon and Danville, Ohio. Visitors will traverse the Kokosing River twice on railroad bridges more than 250 feet long, with forests, wetlands, agriculture and villages along the way. The Trail is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It is the largest, paved rail-to-trail park in the United States maintained solely by donations and volunteers.
The Kokosing Gap Trail is a paved, 14-mile recreational trail built on a former Pennsylvania Railroad line with endpoints in Mount Vernon and Danville, Ohio. Visitors will traverse the Kokosing River twice on railroad bridges more than 250 feet long, with forests, wetlands, agriculture and villages along the way. The Trail is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It is the largest, paved rail-to-trail park in the United States maintained solely by donations and volunteers.
A view of the waters of Honey Run cascading down 25ft over the surrounding sandstone cliffs on its way to join the Kokosing River. There is a parking lot nearby and a short path to the falls. The are other hiking trails in the park that meander through the boreal habitat and along the blackhand sandstone banks of the river.
Kokosing River. Just a quarter mile from Honey Run Falls
Honey Run Park would probably be considered a pocket park by a rural scale. Honey Run is a park named after a waterfall named after a creek. Honey Run Falls is a 20 ft tall waterfall that empties into the nearby Kokosing River. The flow over the falls varies greatly throughout the seasons. The park also has a loop trail located across the road from the falls. #Trovember

Where to stay in Howard

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Apple Valley

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Apple Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Apple Valley Golf Course and Apple Valley Lake.

Apple Valley
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Comfort Inn Splash Harbor

Comfort Inn Splash Harbor

2.5 out of 5
855 Comfort Plaza Dr Bellville OH
$84 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$95 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bellville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (932 reviews)
Room was clean, staff was very helpful.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Comfort Inn Splash Harbor
The Mount Vernon Grand Hotel

The Mount Vernon Grand Hotel

3.5 out of 5
12 Public Square Mount Vernon OH
$129 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Feb 11 to Feb 12
$146 total
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mount Vernon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (824 reviews)
The friendliness of the staff and cleanliness really stood out.

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

The Mount Vernon Grand Hotel
Travelodge by Wyndham Mansfield

Travelodge by Wyndham Mansfield

2 out of 5
90 West Hanley Road Mansfield OH
$60 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
$67 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Mansfield. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was really good

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham Mansfield
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Cabin at the river of the little owls!! 2 bedroom cottage directly on the river.

Cabin at the river of the little owls!! 2 bedroom cottage directly on the river.

Howard OH
Stay at this vacation home in Howard. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Honey Run Waterfall and Sutton Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (265 reviews)
We arrived the afternoon of a snow storm and it was a beautiful winter wonderland. Our host Al reached out the following morning and coordinated a time to come by to clear the deck, walkways and the driveway. We came back to a clear area so we could enjoy the hot tub and the fire pit on the back ...

Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

Cabin at the river of the little owls!! 2 bedroom cottage directly on the river.
NEW Modern luxury 4-bedroom Aframe with WiFi and HOT TUB in Howard

NEW Modern luxury 4-bedroom Aframe with WiFi and HOT TUB in Howard

Howard OH
Stay at this cabin in Howard. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Apple Valley Marina and Apple Valley Golf Course ...
10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Everything was great! Everyone had an amazing time, and continued to compliment the decor and amenities! The house is very up to date and stylish!

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

NEW Modern luxury 4-bedroom Aframe with WiFi and HOT TUB in Howard
Relax, unwind & take in the Gorgeous Scenery at Pinehill Hideaway!

Relax, unwind & take in the Gorgeous Scenery at Pinehill Hideaway!

2 out of 5
Ashland OH
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Ashland. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Ruffner Monument and Charles Mill ...
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
The host went above and beyond. Very pretty setting. They really did an outstanding job with keeping up with their beautiful home sitting on a country hillside in the pines.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Relax, unwind & take in the Gorgeous Scenery at Pinehill Hideaway!
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Popular places to visit

Apple Valley Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Apple Valley Lake during your travels in Howard.

Apple Valley Lake

Apple Valley Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Howard at Apple Valley Golf Course. While in this relaxing area, you can enjoy the coffeehouses.

Apple Valley Golf Course

Honey Run Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Honey Run Waterfall during your travels in Howard.

Honey Run Waterfall

Apple Valley Marina

Explore the waterfront in Howard with a trip to Apple Valley Marina.

Apple Valley Marina

King Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at King Beach during your trip to Howard?

King Beach

Sutton Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sutton Beach during your trip to Howard?

Sutton Beach

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