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Liberty Park Nature Center

4.8 ★★★★★ 194 Google reviews · Running trail in Twinsburg, Ohio · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Mixed
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Liberty Park Nature Center'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.

MixedScenicRestroomsTrailhead parking

Family-friendly center for hiking, birdwatching and nature walks, with wildlife exhibits, a fireplace and rock chairs.

What runners say about Liberty Park Nature Center

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (194 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“The bear trail is very well maintained and excellent for a relaxing walk and I could see being a good running trail.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 7 mentions

“The nature center is beautiful with sitting areas, nice views, and some small exhibits.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

“The eye spy dioramas are fun for all ages.”

This metro park is one of our most favorite! The nature center is beautiful, and the bathrooms and always clean. The black bear trail (2.1 miles) is nice through the woods (just wear grubby shoes if it has been raining). Also try the ledges hike, the rock formations are breathtaking.

★★★★★ — Phil , Jan 2022

Summit Metro Parks – Liberty Park Nature Center, Ohio 👍👍👍👍👍 Liberty Park, part of Summit Metro Parks in Ohio, is a 3,900-acre natural gem that blends wetlands, forests, and meadows into one of the most ecologically rich areas in the region.

★★★★★ — Raj , Aug 2025

First time visiting, walked the bear trail and the field trail, very relaxing. The bear trail is very well maintained and excellent for a relaxing walk and I could see being a good running trail. The field trail, was all concrete, but very beautiful.

★★★★★ — Chuck , Jul 2022

It was nice and peaceful. I liked how shaded the paths were. If you are allergic to mosquito bites, just make sure to spray bug repellent first .

★★★★★ — Win , Jun 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 194 reviews →

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

“The nature center is beautiful with sitting areas, nice views, and some small exhibits.”

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🚻 Restrooms 4 mentions

“👍 Accessibility & Amenities The Nature Center provides restrooms, indoor educational displays, and seating areas, making it a comfortable starting point.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 2 mentions

“Paved and boardwalk trails allow easier access for families and those with mobility challenges.”

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🪵 Boardwalk

“Paved and boardwalk trails allow easier access for families and those with mobility challenges.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking

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Plan your run at Liberty Park Nature Center

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to 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, restrooms — reported by runners
  • Websitesummitmetroparks.org
  • Phone+1 330-487-0493
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10 am–5 pm
Thursday 10 am–12:30 am
Friday 10 am–5 pm
Saturday 10 am–5 pm
Sunday 12–5 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 Liberty Park Nature Center

9999 Liberty Rd, Twinsburg, OH 44087

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Running trails near Twinsburg

Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.

Liberty Park, Twinsburg Ledges Area

4.8 ★★★★★ 712 reviews

Twinsburg, OH

1 miLoopMixedScenic

Vast outdoor space offering hiking trails along rock formations, woods and meadows, plus a nature center.

under a mile away

Liberty Park Recreation Area and Dog Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 14 reviews

Twinsburg, OH

Dog-friendly

1.0 miles away

1.2 miles away

Twinsburg Hickory MTB Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 8 reviews

Twinsburg, OH

1.7 miles away

Solon Woods State Nature Preserve

3.2 ★★★☆☆ 13 reviews

Solon, OH

1.9 miles away

Liberty Park - Pond Brook Conservation Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 30 reviews

Twinsburg, OH

1.6 miLoopMixedShaded

1.9 miles away

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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.