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David Fortier River Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,115 Google reviews · Running trail in Olmsted Falls, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from David Fortier 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.
Area featuring a stone-staircase-lined quarry, waterfall and river, plus a covered bridge.
What runners say about David Fortier River Park
“A beautiful park with breathtaking scenery but a word of caution, the parking lot is tiny and the driveway down to it is narrow and on an incline.”
I loved this place. You were able to get right down into the Rocky River. Jumping on the stones and taking pictures of the waterfalls was so much fun. The trail takes you to another small trail where you can see a covered bridge and parts of the quarry. Picnic table available.
We recently had a photo and video engagement session here, and this park was a true discovery for us. It’s incredibly picturesque, with many beautiful spots perfect for couples as well as families with children.
A beautiful park with breathtaking scenery but a word of caution, the parking lot is tiny and the driveway down to it is narrow and on an incline. The stairs down to the waterfalls are quarried out stone steps so they are uneven and would be hard for some people to venture down.
This park is beautiful. Great place for amazing photo ops. Saw a few people there taking wedding photos. A friend of my husband and I brings us hear when we come to visit Ohio in the fall. It's a perfect place if you want to casually walk around d and take in nature, especially when the leaves are changing colors.
Trail conditions & character
“A beautiful park with breathtaking scenery but a word of caution, the parking lot is tiny and the driveway down to it is narrow and on an incline.”
“A beautiful park with breathtaking scenery but a word of caution, the parking lot is tiny and the driveway down to it is narrow and on an incline.”
“There are restroom buildings but they're boarded up & unusable.”
“The dogs and I had a blast climbing and dipping our toes in the water.”
“Trails exist in the park that allow for walking, running, biking, stroller pushing.”
“You were able to get right down into the Rocky River.”
Plan your run at David Fortier River Park
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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, 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.
- Websiteolmstedfalls.org
- Phone+1 440-235-5550
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9 pm |
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