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Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation
4.7 ★★★★★ 550 Google reviews · Running trail in Amherst, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Kid-friendly city park, featuring a paved path for running, biking and strolling surrounded by nature.
What runners say about Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation
“Is by permit only but it is very nice with a small kitchen refrigerator plenty of space and very clean.”
“Facility is beautiful and although the playground is small, there's a cute track right next to it perfect for wiggly kids to do laps or mamas to walk a stroller.”
“Nice, quiet, peaceful place to walk with plenty of nature to take in!”
This is a gem in a really busy area. It is my favorite place to take my walk any time of year
Beautiful spot for a walk on paved pathways above and surrounding a very scenic creek. It is largely accessible for strollers, wagons, and wheelchairs. The paved pathways have a few slight uphill sections. There is a great playground and safety town area which would be so fun for little ones to visit.
Great 1mi paved loop along Beaver Creek. Has newly redone playground and "Safety Town" for the kids, along with nice restrooms. Also, reservable shelter and building meeting room. Also located next to police station and soccer fields. Eat access right off Oak Point Rd
Beautiful place for a walk. The path is just under a mile loop. Lots of wildlife. They do have bathroom available. Another cool thing is the little village bike path for kids lined with tiny buildings a road with road signs.
Trail conditions & character
“Facility is beautiful and although the playground is small, there's a cute track right next to it perfect for wiggly kids to do laps or mamas to walk a stroller.”
“Is has paved walking/biking trail, soccer field, pavillion/picnic shelter, safety town, a playground area and benches if you need to have a rest.”
“We barely were able to walk some of it because we had two dogs with knee and age issues, but we're totally impressed.”
“Facility is beautiful and although the playground is small, there's a cute track right next to it perfect for wiggly kids to do laps or mamas to walk a stroller.”
“Has newly redone playground and "Safety Town" for the kids, along with nice restrooms.”
“Nice, quiet, peaceful place to walk with plenty of nature to take in!”
“When you pull in the parking lot there is no indication of the fantastic experience you're about to embark on.”
Plan your run at Amherst Beaver Creek Reservation
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteloraincountymetroparks.com
- Phone(440) 458-5121
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–8:30 PM |
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