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Ohio River Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,228 Google reviews · Running trail in Cincinnati, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Ohio River Trail'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.
Scenic riverside venue with fountains, gardens, walkways, playgrounds, event lawns & restaurants.
What runners say about Ohio River Trail
“Great climbing area with slides, clean,wonderful riverfront views with access directly from the pedestrian walking path on the bridge.”
“There is a giant foot piano, several areas with water to play in on hot days, a flying pig you can climb in, a slide for the kiddos, and beautiful flowers throughout.”
Absolutely love walking along the River and the bridge excellent space for shooting photos! Don’t miss out on some great sunset/sunrise photo opportunities
One of the best things to do in Cincinnati. Long meandering wide trails alone the water edge. The views are wonderful, green spaces with botanical gardens along the stroll.
A great walk to experience the riverfront of Cincinnati. Not from the area so this was a great way to see it. Amazing that we started at TM Berry Park with 2 hours of free parking. Destination was the suspension bridge to get a great pic of the downtown.
Loved loved loved this park! There was plenty to do for everyone! Great climbing area with slides, clean,wonderful riverfront views with access directly from the pedestrian walking path on the bridge. Bathrooms we're decent (it's a public park mind you) .
Trail conditions & character
“There is a giant foot piano, several areas with water to play in on hot days, a flying pig you can climb in, a slide for the kiddos, and beautiful flowers throughout.”
“Amazing that we started at TM Berry Park with 2 hours of free parking.”
Plan your run at Ohio River Trail
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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitecincinnatiparks.com
- Phone+1 513-352-6180
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–11 pm |
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