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Chagrin River Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,566 Google reviews · Running trail in Willoughby, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- 83 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Chagrin River 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.
Seasonal wetlands, a pedestrian bridge & a network of trails highlight this wildlife-rich park.
What runners say about Chagrin River Park
“Everything seemed to be well maintained by the ops staff.”
“Beautiful park and creek, the only downside for me is that despite the signs saying no dogs off the leash, they're severely dogs walking around off the leash.”
“The trails are mainly loose gravel and are easy walking; there are no major Hills.”
“Beautiful park and creek, the only downside for me is that despite the signs saying no dogs off the leash, they're severely dogs walking around off the leash.”
This is certainly one of the more well rounded city parks I’ve ever been to. Teaming with wild life you can hear a plethora of birds. Bird houses are dotted throughout the park. But also there’s signs of turtles, active fishing was taking place even in February, and it seems like a deer haven.
This park has become one of my favorites for any season. In colder months you can hand feed the birds & even deer on occasion. In warmer months the park is a great spot for walking, fishing, bird watching or enjoying a picnic.
Has nice very trails. Great for walking. Most trails are paved but some our crushed gravel. Still very easy to walk. The river is pretty and easily accessible. Plenty of benches and picnic tables. There are a few playgrounds and pavilions for events with children. I enjoyed our visit there.
We love chagrin River Park. It's really a great place for a nice walk and the river is so pretty. There's some great trails but there aren't as many as some of the metroparks around. In the summer you can walk through the river and it has a playground the kids love.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful park and creek, the only downside for me is that despite the signs saying no dogs off the leash, they're severely dogs walking around off the leash.”
“Beautiful park and creek, the only downside for me is that despite the signs saying no dogs off the leash, they're severely dogs walking around off the leash.”
“The trails (a nice combination of paved and gravel) have the most spectacular scenery!”
“The trails (a nice combination of paved and gravel) have the most spectacular scenery!”
“There’s a little over three miles if you do the whole figure 8 loop, and it is very flat.”
“For people who are looking for more than a walk, there are playgrounds, sledding hills, and even a communal fire not far from the bridge with wood provided.”
“There's a nice playground central to parking lot & restrooms & there is a bridge that connects to the other half of the metropark.”
“There’s a little over three miles if you do the whole figure 8 loop, and it is very flat.”
“The smaller loop of the figure 8 is paved, making it accessible.”
Plan your run at Chagrin River Park
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
- Loop distance83 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms, water — 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.
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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 |
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