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Avon Woods Nature Center
4.5 ★★★★★ 94 Google reviews · Running trail in Cincinnati, Ohio · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Avon Woods Nature Center'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.
Small, wooded park with trails and a nature center that can be used for events.
What runners say about Avon Woods Nature Center
“I spent a lovely afternoon here sitting in the shade, writing in my journal, and enjoying the idyllic, cool breezes blowing through the beautiful, well-kept grounds!”
“I spent a lovely afternoon here sitting in the shade, writing in my journal, and enjoying the idyllic, cool breezes blowing through the beautiful, well-kept grounds!”
“A little vegetation encroachment on some parts of the trail but very clearly marked.”
“I had a very peaceful walk when I was too early to pick my son up after school one day.”
No one else on the trail this evening. Massive trees in this little park so close to the city. A little vegetation encroachment on some parts of the trail but very clearly marked. Kind of feels like the forest primeval.
One of Cincinnati's great park spots. A little over 1 mile of trails loop through the urban forest. You're in between houses and a golf course so there's no forgetting you're in the city, but this is a great spot to find nature in your backyard
Very scenic. Peaceful. Easy trail. Great to have this respite in an urban center.
These trails are located behind the golf course near the back of the park. Though there is a decent amount of elevation change, these trails are not very difficult because they are quite short and well-maintained.
Trail conditions & character
“I spent a lovely afternoon here sitting in the shade, writing in my journal, and enjoying the idyllic, cool breezes blowing through the beautiful, well-kept grounds!”
“Though there is a decent amount of elevation change, these trails are not very difficult because they are quite short and well-maintained.”
“I had a very peaceful walk when I was too early to pick my son up after school one day.”
“I went when it rained recently and it was still a bit muddy and I didn't have any issues with slipping down the sides of these hills.”
“I didn't see any accessible trails, but they are easy to take with children or inexperienced hikers.”
Plan your run at Avon Woods Nature Center
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- Websitecincinnati-oh.gov
- Phone(513) 861-3435
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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