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Aullwood Garden MetroPark
4.8 ★★★★★ 427 Google reviews · Running trail in Dayton, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Aullwood Garden MetroPark'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.
Park known for spring flowers with extensive gardens, woodland hiking trails & a planted prairie.
What runners say about Aullwood Garden MetroPark
“This place is so beautiful and so well cared for, if you're looking for a place to take a nice stroll with some beautiful flowers and views look no further”
“Aullwood Garden MetroPark is a peaceful and beautiful place to visit, especially in the fall.”
“I liked how the paths were well maintained and kept smooth for easy walking.”
We came and visited Allwood Park and we were not disappointed at all. This is a beautiful park. The Trolls are a must see! Great place to spend time with the family. Pack a lunch and visit today. They have a barn that has animals and activities. Your children will love it.
Great adventure awaits your family here. Over a mile of trail hike to the 3 trolls and small farm animal display. Gift shop and small turtle display. Military and veteran discounts.
First time here and it did not disappoint. I liked how the paths were well maintained and kept smooth for easy walking. They had a few benches for resting placed at easy intervals. I didn't walk very far due to health conflicts. I wished I could have enjoyed more of this calming place.
Lovely park with multiple paths and areas of interest. Easy parking. Saw the Thomas Dambo giant trolls in spring 2022. Made on site with reclaimed wood and found materials, like discarded propane tanks. Interesting narratives about each troll. Park farm area sells local produce and meats.
Trail conditions & character
“This place is so beautiful and so well cared for, if you're looking for a place to take a nice stroll with some beautiful flowers and views look no further”
“Aullwood Garden MetroPark is a peaceful and beautiful place to visit, especially in the fall.”
“We did bring a stroller and it was pretty accessible with it.”
“Blood root, violets, jack- in the -pulpit, yellow root, and so many more.”
Plan your run at Aullwood Garden MetroPark
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- 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
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitemetroparks.org
- Phone(937) 275-7275
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Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–10 PM |
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