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Bechtold Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 553 Google reviews · Running trail in Cincinnati, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Bechtold Park'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.
Recreational space with picnic shelters, a playground, a basketball court, and a baseball field, plus dog-friendly areas.
What runners say about Bechtold Park
“The park is well kept, and the party areas are very spacious and nice for a gathering”
“On that tranquil afternoon, the park stood as an oasis of calm amidst the stillness of the community, inviting me to explore its grounds.”
This is my favorite park nearby. It has great playgrounds, picnic shelters, beach volleyball courts, a walking trail around the field, and even a creek to visit (just watch out for mosquitoes in the summer).
The track is less than a mile. Wish it was longer but love the trail that goes through the woods. Lots of pretty trees. Very quiet and serene.
★☆☆☆☆ Popularity ★★☆☆☆ Size/Location ★★★★★ Terrain ★★☆☆☆ Scenery ★★★★☆ Accessibility ★★★★★ Amenities ★★★★☆ Condition ★★★★☆ Safety Date visited: 09/14/2023 A few weeks ago, my meandering explorations in the Kenwood area led me to Bechtold Park.
Not too crowded. Good for walking. Walking trails are good. Paved, flat main loop, and more rustic trail at far end is peaceful change of pace. It's my local go to.
Trail conditions & character
“Shelters, thoughtfully placed benches, restrooms, convenient drinking fountains, sport fields, and even a swimming pool were at the disposal of visitors.”
“There's plenty of parking, but there's speed bumps between parking lots since they've had issues with cars speeding through.”
“There are bathrooms and paved paths for bike riding or roller blading, and even some picnic areas and a few grills.”
“Shelters, thoughtfully placed benches, restrooms, convenient drinking fountains, sport fields, and even a swimming pool were at the disposal of visitors.”
Plan your run at Bechtold Park
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, water — reported by runners
- Websitesycamoretownship.org
- Phone(513) 792-7270
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–9 PM |
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