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Deer Creek Reservoir

4.6 ★★★★★ 536 Google reviews · Running trail in Alliance, Ohio · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Boardwalk
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Deer Creek Reservoir'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.

BoardwalkOpen 24hScenicRestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

Recreational area offering trails for biking and hiking, as well as picnicking and fishing spots.

What runners say about Deer Creek Reservoir

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (536 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 9 mentions

“Kayaking this place is beautiful and they have plenty of space to picnic too.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 9 mentions

“The water was incredibly smooth and calm, making for a truly relaxing paddle.”

Kayaking this place is beautiful and they have plenty of space to picnic too. We really enjoyed our time on the water especially spotting all the herons too and looping around the reservoirs dead ends (good and fun thing to do lol) Biking was also quite fun although pretty short even though the bike trail does split…

★★★★★ — Diablo , Oct 2023

First time here today. I think this place will be beautiful during the warmer months. Can't wait to try out the fishing. Beautiful bridge and lovely hiking trail.

★★★★★ — Ohiogardengoddess , Dec 2021

This place is a gem! Loved the entire trail. A great place to bike with a box lunch and enjoy.

★★★★★ — V. , Jan 2019

Love it here. A quiet place to relax and enjoy nature! Nice picnic areas. This is also a wonderful place for fishing, biking, kayaking, or just taking a walk.

★★★★★ — Annetta , Jul 2020

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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 10 mentions

“Kayaking this place is beautiful and they have plenty of space to picnic too.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 8 mentions

“There were no boat wakes to contend with, which made the entire experience peaceful and enjoyable from start to finish.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“Portable bathroom that's cleaned regularly.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 2 mentions

“Clean area, parking and fishing.”

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🪵 Boardwalk

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Plan your run at Deer Creek Reservoir

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
  • 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
  • Websitestarkparks.com
  • Phone(330) 477-3552
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

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 Deer Creek Reservoir

14514 Price St NE, Alliance, OH 44601

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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.