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Indian Run Falls

4.6 ★★★★★ 2,414 Google reviews · Running trail in Dublin, Ohio · Hours vary

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We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Indian Run Falls 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.

ScenicStroller / ADATrailhead parkingQuiet

Serene, forested urban oasis with a stream, scenic cascading waterfall & nature trails.

What runners say about Indian Run Falls

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (2,414 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 16 mentions

“First time here such a beautiful place to come visit the waterfalls here the trail is a out and back trail turn around come back the way you started.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 6 mentions

“I will definitely return to this peaceful gem of a park!”

This was a gorgeous walk. Paths are wide and flat. Full trail is a little over a mile (1/2 in and 1/2 back) Shaded for the most part. Indian run Falls ends at the Veterans Park. There are two different falls. There is a bridge and viewing platform. No cost.

★★★★★ — Trish , Jun 2024

Absolutely beautiful spot!!. Well worth the trip. They have trails everywhere and you can adventure where ever you like. There's a couple picnic areas that are kinda off the beaten path where we stopped and ate!. There are a few waterfalls. It's just an awesome spot. Definitely will be returning!!

★★★★★ — Brittany , Jun 2024

First time here such a beautiful place to come visit the waterfalls here the trail is a out and back trail turn around come back the way you started. There is a large concrete bridge that goes across the stream but that appears to be gated off and not used anymore!

★★★★☆ — Gobot'S , Jun 2023

Nice park to go for a nature walk. They also moved a cabin there that was built in 1850. I met a man named John who was in the process of restoring the fireplace to its former glory. Very nice man and full of information, if you catch him there. Went back today and took pics of his completed fireplace. Looks great!

★★★★★ — Catherine , Oct 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.

🏞️ Scenic views 26 mentions

“First time here such a beautiful place to come visit the waterfalls here the trail is a out and back trail turn around come back the way you started.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 6 mentions

“I will definitely return to this peaceful gem of a park!”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 5 mentions

“The parking lot is a bit small so I do recommend going early or perhaps on a weekday.”

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Stroller / ADA accessible 2 mentions

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Plan your run at Indian Run Falls

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
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websitedublinohiousa.gov
  • Phone+1 614-410-4700

Where to find Indian Run Falls

700 Shawan Falls Dr, Dublin, OH 43017

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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.