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Bluebird Point

4.8 ★★★★★ 120 Google reviews · Running trail in Parma, Ohio · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Mixed
Loop distance
Not reported
Shape
Loop
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Bluebird Point'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.

MixedLoopScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsTrailhead parking

Public park featuring paved and gravel trails for walking, hiking, and cycling.

What runners say about Bluebird Point

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (120 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“Beautiful trails, a nice area to sit and view the birds, and modern, well-maintained facilities”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 7 mentions

“Beautiful trails, a nice area to sit and view the birds, and modern, well-maintained facilities”

Nice oval paved track to walk, run, or just stroll. Need more trees to help with the blistering sunny days. Access to other trails. Small parking lot, no restroom on site.

★★★★☆ — Dave , Apr 2023

Beautiful trails, amazing wildlife. American goldfinch, red-tailed hawk, blue jays, cardinals, and of course, deer. Great place.

★★★★★ — Josif , Sep 2021

Beautiful woodland trails. Looks like they are still working on new trails and closing off some old ones. First time here but had fun enjoying the wildlife and scenery. Will be back in the fall.

★★★★☆ — Darin , Jul 2022

Awesome well kept paths to walk or hike. Paved or gravel.. awesome Fungi hunting after a couple days of rain. Connects to a ton of other trails in the area, make sure you pay attention if you get lost easily lol my kid is 5 and loves it nothing too difficult.

★★★★★ — Rick , Jul 2023

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 8 mentions

“Beautiful trails, a nice area to sit and view the birds, and modern, well-maintained facilities”

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🛣️ Paved surface 4 mentions

“Appreciate the paved main trail loop especially after a rain.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“Few visits and even when parking is full you don't run into many people, plenty of space!”

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🔁 Loop trail 3 mentions

“Appreciate the paved main trail loop especially after a rain.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 3 mentions

“Plenty of room to walk my dog and have bicyclists pass us safely.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“You can also follow the multipurpose trail over to the nature center where there are restrooms and a gift shop and some displays.”

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🪨 Crushed gravel / limestone 2 mentions

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Plan your run at Bluebird Point

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
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.

Hours

Monday 6 am–11 pm
Tuesday 6 am–11 pm
Wednesday 6 am–11 pm
Thursday 6 am–11 pm
Friday 6 am–11 pm
Saturday 6 am–11 pm
Sunday 6 am–11 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Bluebird Point

Parma, Ohio

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.