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MOUNT VERNON, OH — Trade the fast lane and sip your way through the scenic route. The Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau has officially announced the launch of the 2026 Knox County Coffee Trail, an experience designed to connect visitors and locals alike to Knox County’s best brews.
A tapestry of local flavor, the trail highlights the unique personality of Knox County by featuring eight coffee shops, ensuring every corner of the county—from bustling campus life to quiet rural hideaways—is represented. Built to drive foot traffic, promote local spending, and community vibrancy, the Coffee Trail is a strong example of the kind of momentum the Knox County CVB is proud to support and celebrate in Central Ohio and beyond.
“A coffee trail acts as a “bread crumb” path,” says Knox County CVB Executive Director, Olivia Toth. “While a visitor might come for the latte, they stay for the bookstore next door, the boutique across the street, or the park on the way out of town. It creates a multiplier effect where consumer spending spreads beyond just the coffee shops,” says Toth. “Whether you are trekking the Ohio to Erie Trail or exploring the backroads by car, the mission is simple, explore the beauty of our county and sip the best brews we have to offer.”
How it Works
This mobile exclusive passport is a collection of curated coffee shops around Knox County. Visit https://visitknoxohio.org/see-do/trails-passes to download and your passport will be instantly delivered to your phone via text and email, ready to use immediately. There is no app to download, and your pass can be saved to your phones home screen for easy one-tap access. When visiting participating businesses (Half Baked Bistro, Happy Bean, North Main Cafe, Wiggin Street Coffee, The Brickhouse Grind and The Blonde Robin), after making a purchase, scan the QR code to check-in and earn points towards prizes!
So, top off the tank and prepare for an unforgettable journey where the pavement is winding, the views are stunning, and the coffee is always worth the drive. Your next great brew is just around the bend.
About the Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau:
The Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau markets the county as a top destination, driving visitor spending and supporting the unique experiences and characteristics that define us. The Knox County CVB is located at the historic CA&C Visitor Center, at 501 South Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050. For more information, visit www.visitknoxohio.org or follow along on social media @visitknoxohio.
