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Paint Creek State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,120 Google reviews · Running trail in Bainbridge, Ohio · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Loop distance
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Shape
Loop
Shade
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Access
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Confirmed from Paint Creek State 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.

LoopScenicDog-friendlyFlat & fastHillyRestroomsTrailhead parking

Lakeside park with fishing, boating & swimming, plus camping & hiking amid streams or rolling hills.

What runners say about Paint Creek State Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (1,120 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 14 mentions

“Everything was very clean and there were garbage cans all around the park and trails.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 9 mentions

“So beautiful, nice paddling, lots of wildlife and the rock formations are amazing!”

🪧 well-marked 2 mentions

“It was very beautiful, and the trails are fairly easy to navigate.”

Third trip at this campground. I have loved it every time we have been here. I love the size of the sites and the real estate we get for each site. I like the size and height of the fire rings. Some of the sites even have a water view. I hate that the COVID-19 has the activities shut down.

★★★★★ — Sallie , Jun 2020

Great State Park. Campground is clean & well maintained. The campsites are well-situated and you won't feel overcrowded. Limited tent sites. Hiking, kayaking, boating, Swimming and fishing experiences are all easily accessed. The beach is sometimes muddy and grass around it is sometimes a little to tall.

★★★★☆ — Hunter'S , Dec 2021

While this state park has some unique overlooks and scenery, on a whole it's about average compared to others. There's lots of hiking opportunities, but the trails aren't the best. This state park seems to be more geared for fishing and boating than anything else.

★★★★☆ — Thirteendays , Aug 2023

The state park is known for some of its fall foliage. It certainly did not disappoint! It was very beautiful, and the trails are fairly easy to navigate. Just make sure you're paying attention especially when you are near water crossing trails because those can be a bit confusing.

★★★★★ — William , Oct 2020

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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 12 mentions

“While this state park has some unique overlooks and scenery, on a whole it's about average compared to others.”

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🚻 Restrooms 7 mentions

“The only complaint I have is that the restrooms are unusable but they do have a port-a-potty avaliable.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 3 mentions

“The area is hilly and some fire rings are opposite side of camper entrances, so pay attention to the site you choose.”

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🔁 Loop trail 2 mentions

“We fished at the lower pond and went on the Pond Loop and Peninsula trails.”

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Flat & fast 2 mentions

“The water level at the lake has been lowered for winter and that is interesting to see.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

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🐕 Dog-friendly 2 mentions

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Plan your run at Paint Creek State Park

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
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websiteohiodnr.gov
  • Phone+1 937-981-7061
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 9 am–9 pm
Tuesday 9 am–9 pm
Wednesday 9 am–9 pm
Thursday 9 am–9 pm
Friday 9 am–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–9 pm
Sunday 9 am–6 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 Paint Creek State Park

280 Taylor Rd, Bainbridge, OH 45612

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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.