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Hogback Trails
4.8 ★★★★★ 51 Google reviews · Running trail in Sunbury, Ohio · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Hogback Trails yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
What runners say about Hogback Trails
“There are also walking trails that are well maintained and very interesting.”
“This was my first time there in winter, and it was beautiful with the lake frozen over and snow covered”
Beautiful views and challenging hiking for the area! There are several side paths taking you to views but can be slightly confusing if those side trails are part of the main trail or not. Plenty of parking. Did not see any public bathrooms at the trailhead I went to.
Love the trails. They are short, scenic and well-maintained. If you are looking for a longer hike, the trails do connect to Alum Creek State Park.
Just walked the trail today and loved it!! A great cardio workout and nice trail. We walked 40 min in and then 40 min back and we could have went further so it’s a long trail. Very well marked to show you that you are still on the trail. We will be going back a lot! Loved it!
Great place to view natural views and great hiking. Most people go to see the cliff overlook or the osprey nesting area. I sometimes sit and drink coffee with my wife looking over the water. There are also walking trails that are well maintained and very interesting.
Trail conditions & character
“This was my first time there in winter, and it was beautiful with the lake frozen over and snow covered”
“Quiet, nice views of the reservoir and hilly terrain.”
Plan your run at Hogback Trails
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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 — reported by runners
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