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Colerain Township Parks & Services Department

4.5 ★★★★★ 647 Google reviews · Running trail in Cincinnati, Ohio · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Distance
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Shade
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Access
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Confirmed from Colerain Township Parks & Services Department'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.

ScenicRestroomsTrailhead parking

Relaxed park featuring a playground, a basketball court and a volleyball court.

What runners say about Colerain Township Parks & Services Department

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (647 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“The walking trail itself is paved and very well-maintained, providing a comfortable and enjoyable experience.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 7 mentions

“There are walking trails that snake through the park, offering beautiful views of the surrounding scenery.”

Great family escape with loads of trails, shelters, and at least 4 playgrounds. Also has a full size basketball court, shores shoe pits, charcoal grills, and plenty of parking. I would imagine later in the summer it may be packed, but it's been a positive vibes / get out of the house destination so far this year!

★★★★★ — James , Mar 2022

★ Popularity: Locally known. ★ Size/Location: Medium. ★ Business Type: Park and Trails. ★ Business Hour: Dawn to dusk. ★ Reservation: Public. ★ Parking: Spacious. ★ Accessibility: Dedicated parking spots. ★ Facilities: Restrooms, children playgrounds, baseball field, outdoor theater, gardens. ★ Staff: None seen.

★★★★★ — Thang , Mar 2023

This park is tucked behind the Colerain middle and elementary schools and is remarkably wooded. There are walking paths that are popular with dog walkers and a huge new playground for the kids. Those are right next to the sheltered picnic areas.

★★★★☆ — Kevin , May 2024

It’s a great park to walk on your own where to walk dogs even see a band there’s an amphitheater.

★★★★★ — Lisa , Jan 2026

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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

“There are walking trails that snake through the park, offering beautiful views of the surrounding scenery.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 6 mentions

“Also has a full size basketball court, shores shoe pits, charcoal grills, and plenty of parking.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“I believe there are also ballfields and restrooms 🚻, but I didn't really pay attention to those.”

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Plan your run at Colerain Township Parks & Services Department

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • 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
  • Websitecolerain.org
  • Phone+1 513-385-7503

Hours

Monday 7 am–9 pm
Tuesday 7 am–9 pm
Wednesday 7 am–9 pm
Thursday 7 am–9 pm
Friday 7 am–9 pm
Saturday 7 am–9 pm
Sunday 7 am–9 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 Colerain Township Parks & Services Department

4725 Springdale Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45251

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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.