About Big Run Road Access

This developed paddler and angler access site (8921 Big Run Road) on the Kokosing River offers ample parking facilities and an information kiosk. Located approximately one-half mile south of the intersection of Big Run Road and State Route 229 in Gambier, the site includes benches, picnic shelter and tables for rest and relaxation.

The historic bridge located at the site is a one-span, 190 foot-long, rivet-connected Warren thru truss bridge. The bridge, built in 1915, was manufactured locally by the Mount Vernon Bridge Company. The bridge was recently rehabilitated by the Knox County Engineer and was awarded the 2011 Historic Bridge Award by the Federal Highways Administration, ODOT and Ohio Historic Preservation Office.

This graphic provided by the Knox County Engineer showing the rehab process.