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Licking River Greenway Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Running trail in Covington, Kentucky · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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

Confirmed from Licking River Greenway Trailhead'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.

What runners say about Licking River Greenway Trailhead

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (19 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

It's a nice quiet walk along the river away from the business of the city. It really is a gem. It could be longer, or if it is, there needs to be signs directing you which way to go. I love the painted murals.

★★★★☆ — Aishah , Jun 2018

This is a pleasant bike ride or walk that follows the top of the dike. There are several access points along the way. It's mostly flat but also has some pronounced hills, both up and down. My only complaint is that it's too short. This can't be helped, though.

★★★★★ — Jaran , Dec 2025

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Plan your run at Licking River Greenway Trailhead

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.

Hours

Monday 7 am–9 pm
Tuesday 7 am–9 pm
Wednesday 7 am–9 pm
Thursday 7 am–9 pm
Friday 7 am–9 pm
Saturday 7 am–9 pm
Sunday 7 am–9 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 Licking River Greenway Trailhead

498 E 10th St, Covington, KY 41011

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Licking River Greenway Trailhead

4.1 ★★★★☆ 64 reviews

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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.