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Oglebay Park Wheeling, WV

4.5 ★★★★★ 81 Google reviews · Running trail in Wheeling, West Virginia · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
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Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Oglebay Park Wheeling, WV'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.

Open 24hLit at nightScenic

Relaxed area featuring hiking trails, a zoo and a golf course, plus tennis courts, pools and mini golf.

What runners say about Oglebay Park Wheeling, WV

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (81 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 11 mentions

“Beautiful Oglebay Park where you could not take a bad pic even if you tried, especially a pic of the most adorable couple newly married under the arbor 🧡”

We love attending during the Festival of Lights! Gorgeous light show outside of the mansion that coincides with the music. Lit up flowers all along the path in front of the shops, and leading up to the mansion. Gorgeous flowers in the greenhouse and lots of pretty photos to take.

★★★★★ — Dede , Aug 2023

We spent the entire day here, there is so much to do! Hikes, lakes, waterfalls, mini-golf, boats, pool, everything! Great place to bring kids and family.

★★★★★ — Jesabel , Jun 2025

Absolutely gorgeous! So much to do here Hiking, swimming, golf, mini golf, pedal boats, kayaking, Segway, rock climbing, diving range or just sit back and enjoy the beauty! Deer were so docile. I can't wait to go back and explore some more.

★★★★★ — Robin , Aug 2023

I always love going to Oglebay Park in Wheeling West Virginia on RT 88 love it my favorite park I love looking at wildlife and nature the woods and trees are beautiful fun for the kids or anyone you can take your dog along too if you have them they have great walking trails there zoo is awesome and fun I can't wait…

★★★★★ — Michelle , Mar 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 15 mentions

“Beautiful Oglebay Park where you could not take a bad pic even if you tried, especially a pic of the most adorable couple newly married under the arbor 🧡”

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💡 Lit for night running 11 mentions

“Love the Festival of Lights, we have been several times and will continue to return.”

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Plan your run at Oglebay Park Wheeling, WV

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • 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.
  • LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
  • Websitewheelingwv.gov
  • Phone+1 304-243-4000

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

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 Oglebay Park Wheeling, WV

465 Lodge Dr, Wheeling, WV 26003

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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.