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Olmsted Falls East River Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 140 Google reviews · Running trail in Olmsted Falls, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Olmsted Falls East River Park'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.
Laid-back park for picnicking, sledding, jungle-gym fun, hiking and waterfall views.
What runners say about Olmsted Falls East River Park
“Quiet, well maintained park slightly off the beaten path.”
“Beautiful scenic view with walking path and pavilion for outdoor gatherings.”
“The people in this area are excellent and friendly, and this is the best place for a peaceful dog 🐕walk!”
Great place to find all of the Mother Toads, the ponds are full if them. Took a walk with my friend Edna. Lovely place!
I love taking photos of birds there, or going on casual walks with my dog Miller or my herd of pygmy goats! Thanks Richard for the recommendation!
The people in this area are excellent and friendly, and this is the best place for a peaceful dog 🐕walk!
It’s so good to live nearby, I took a walk today looking for fish to photograph. Didn’t see any, the water was super high. The parking lot was clean and safe. Had a wonderful quiet hike, saw some families having fun sliding and others walking their dogs. The park opens around sunrise and close half an hour after sunset
Trail conditions & character
“They have a jungle gym/ play area, nice view of the river and lots of trails for walking or hiking.”
“The people in this area are excellent and friendly, and this is the best place for a peaceful dog 🐕walk!”
“I love taking photos of birds there, or going on casual walks with my dog Miller or my herd of pygmy goats!”
“Wooden covered bridge, wading in Rocky River and sliding on smooth rocks.”
“There is a huge parking lot and handicap parking.”
“There are new bathrooms, drinking fountain and dog station.”
“There are new bathrooms, drinking fountain and dog station.”
Plan your run at Olmsted Falls East River Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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 |
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