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Black River Reservation
4.7 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Running trail in Elyria, Ohio · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 4.5 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Black River 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.
What runners say about Black River Reservation
“Dog park is a wonderful addition and seems to be well maintained.”
“Fantastic trail with beautiful views!”
Nice place to walk with pet or kids. My little one love this place. Enjoy!
Fantastic trail with beautiful views! It connects to other nearby trails, making it easy to stretch your run into a half marathon or more. I love running here—it’s never too crowded and leads to great spots like playgrounds and scenic areas to sit and take in the view. Definitely worth checking out!
Great place to walk and plenty of sightseeing, and if you wish to walk in the shade it is very comfortable any time of the day.
Trail conditions & character
“Dog park is a wonderful addition and seems to be well maintained.”
Plan your run at Black River Reservation
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance4.5 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteloraincountymetroparks.com
- Phone(800) 526-7275
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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