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Cleveland Metroparks
4.8 ★★★★★ 464 Google reviews · Running trail in Cleveland, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Cleveland Metroparks' 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.
Public park with picnic facilities and a restroom, plus plenty of trails, and events for kids.
What runners say about Cleveland Metroparks
“Cleveland Metroparks offers beautiful trails, rivers, and scenic picnic spots.”
“The paths were well marked and were nice and clear.”
This was our first time here, (my wife and 4 year old). He had no problems walking the trails. Great place for some nice short hikes. The paths were well marked and were nice and clear. We saw a lot of chipmunks and squirrels, and 1 deer on our loop trail hike. We will definitely be back again.
Beautiful park with some amazing sights. Great place to visit in winter. That have some amazing trails and some even better areas that don’t have any trails leading you too. This is also a great place to take photos.
Cleveland Metroparks offers beautiful trails, rivers, and scenic picnic spots. Perfect for hiking, biking, and exploring nature year-round — a true outdoor treasure in the city.
Dog friendly clean park Nature Center Walking Trails..does sell Snacks not sure if year round...wheel chair rental
Trail conditions & character
“Cleveland Metroparks offers beautiful trails, rivers, and scenic picnic spots.”
“The paths were well marked and were nice and clear.”
Plan your run at Cleveland Metroparks
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websiteclevelandmetroparks.com
- Phone(440) 887-1964
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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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