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North Branch Kokosing River Lake

Fredericktown, Ohio · Knox County

The North Branch of Kokosing Lake has lake front camping. A small, quiet (154 acre) fishing lake has a 10-hp limit. Located 1.5 miles from Fredericktown, off OH 13.

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About North Branch Kokosing River Lake

The North Branch of Kokosing Lake has lake front camping. A small, quiet (154 acre) fishing lake has a 10-hp limit. Located 1.5 miles from Fredericktown, off OH 13.

How to Get There

Kokosing Lake is about 15 minutes north of Mount Vernon and just west of Fredericktown, Ohio. From Fredericktown, access to the dam is via State Route 13 north to Waterford Road. The dam is located on the right about 2 miles from the Waterford Road and Route 13 junction. Kokosing Campground and picnic areas are also on the right just off Waterford Road about 1/2 mile further.

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Plan Your Visit to North Branch Kokosing River Lake

Heading to North Branch Kokosing River Lake? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for North Branch Kokosing River Lake?

No central reservation system listed for North Branch Kokosing River Lake. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/327) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to North Branch Kokosing River Lake?

Kokosing Lake is about 15 minutes north of Mount Vernon and just west of Fredericktown, Ohio. From Fredericktown, access to the dam is via State Route 13 north to Waterford Road. The dam is located on the right about 2 miles from the Waterford Road and Route 13 junction. Kokosing Campground and picnic areas are also on the right just off Waterford Road about 1/2 mile further.

How do I contact North Branch Kokosing River Lake?

You can reach the park at phone: (740) 824-4343.

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