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Ohio to Erie Trail (South Lebanon Section)

4.7 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Running trail in KINGS ISLAND, Ohio · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Mixed
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Tree cover
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Ohio to Erie Trail (South Lebanon Section)'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.

MixedOpen 24hShadedScenicStroller / ADATrailhead parking

What runners say about Ohio to Erie Trail (South Lebanon Section)

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (36 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 3 mentions

“The path is clean, well maintained, and beautifully shaded, making it ideal for cycling, running, or a relaxed walk.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 8 mentions

“The Ohio to Erie Trail (Kings Mills Section) along the Little Miami Scenic Trail is an outstanding place for outdoor activities.”

🏃 great for running 2 mentions

“The path is clean, well maintained, and beautifully shaded, making it ideal for cycling, running, or a relaxed walk.”

🌳 shaded & cool 4 mentions

“The path is clean, well maintained, and beautifully shaded, making it ideal for cycling, running, or a relaxed walk.”

This is a decent access point and parking spot for the Little Miami Scenic Trail. There are about 15-20 parking spots at this place. Cartridge Brewing is nearby to grab some decent food and drink before or after hitting the trail. The Lebanon detour of the trail is about 1 mile North/East from this point.

★★★★★ — Mriganka , Apr 2024

Awsome bike path/trail...I spoke to an old timer that was stopped at a rest area, where I was searching for places to grab a drink and bite to eat, & I was pleased to learn that the trail is actually over 300 miles long and goes to Cincinnati by the river!

★★★★★ — Edgar , Oct 2020

The Ohio to Erie Trail Kings Mills Section along the Little Miami River is a clean scenic and well shaded route perfect for cycling running and walking Stretching through Lebanon South Lebanon Loveland Morrow and many other towns it offers easy access to restaurants and rest areas.

★★★★★ — A , Aug 2025

The Ohio to Erie Trail (Kings Mills Section) along the Little Miami Scenic Trail is an outstanding place for outdoor activities. The path is clean, well maintained, and beautifully shaded, making it ideal for cycling, running, or a relaxed walk.

★★★★★ — Mushfikur , Dec 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 36 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.

🅿️ Trailhead parking 11 mentions

“This is a decent access point and parking spot for the Little Miami Scenic Trail.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 8 mentions

“The Ohio to Erie Trail (Kings Mills Section) along the Little Miami Scenic Trail is an outstanding place for outdoor activities.”

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🌳 Shaded / tree cover 4 mentions

“The path is clean, well maintained, and beautifully shaded, making it ideal for cycling, running, or a relaxed walk.”

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🛣️ Paved surface

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🪨 Crushed gravel / limestone

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Stroller / ADA accessible

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Plan your run at Ohio to Erie Trail (South Lebanon Section)

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • 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.
  • ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
  • At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websiteohiotoerietrail.org
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

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 Ohio to Erie Trail (South Lebanon Section)

Little Miami Scenic Trail, KINGS ISLAND, OH 45034

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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.