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Gully Brook Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 518 Google reviews · Running trail in Willoughby, Ohio · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Shade
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Confirmed from Gully Brook 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.

LoopDog-friendlyFlat & fastHillyRestrooms

Simple park with playgrounds, picnic tables and a pavilion with a fireplace, dog runs and hiking trails.

What runners say about Gully Brook Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (518 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 6 mentions

“Restrooms were clean, path was well marked and the kids had fun trying to catch crayfish and minnows.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 3 mentions

“Beautiful park to take a walk went there with the Cub scouts Webelos one had a great walk what a snowy fun park”

🐕 dog-walking favorite 3 mentions

“Really chill trail that is super popular for dog walkers, has 2 watering spots and lots of bins throughout.”

Beautiful trail. Easy to walk with the kids. Strollers can also be easily pushed on the trail. Has a cute and clean playground with bathroom right next to it.

★★★★★ — Justine , Aug 2021

Excellent walking path through the woods. You do get a little highway noise on the south side of the trail, but it's almost a brown noise to me.

★★★★★ — Greg , Jul 2022

Hidden gem of Lake county and willoughby. The 1.6 mile round trail is perfect for some time outside in nice weather. The playground and campfire is good for families with small children. There’s a pavilion for family gatherings. A lot of parking and public restrooms.

★★★★★ — Dakota , Jan 2019

A small sweet park that can be missed as you drive past. Focused around a brook that connects with the Chagrin River near Daniels Park. Well planned and maintained trails pass by a large pavilion that can be rented for gatherings. The park is bordered by Rt.84 and Rt.90 but you wouldn't know it as you walk the trails.

★★★★★ — Jim , Apr 2024

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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.

🚻 Restrooms 8 mentions

“I would like it if they had something to dry your hands in the men's restroom but that is the only negative I can come up with.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 5 mentions

“Really chill trail that is super popular for dog walkers, has 2 watering spots and lots of bins throughout.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 3 mentions

“If you like longer trails with hills there are several other parks close by to visit instead.”

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Flat & fast 2 mentions

“Flat level trails that you will not get lost on and easy to walk.”

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🔁 Loop trail 2 mentions

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Plan your run at Gully Brook Park

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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Phone(440) 354-3434

Hours

Monday 6 AM–10 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–10 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–10 PM
Thursday 6 AM–10 PM
Friday 6 AM–10 PM
Saturday 6 AM–10 PM
Sunday 6 AM–10 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 Gully Brook Park

Gully Brook Park, 2100 River Rd, Willoughby, OH 44094

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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.