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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
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
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.
Lakeside park with fishing, boating & swimming, plus camping & hiking amid streams or rolling hills.
What runners say about Paint Creek State Park
“Everything was very clean and there were garbage cans all around the park and trails.”
“So beautiful, nice paddling, lots of wildlife and the rock formations are amazing!”
“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.
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.
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.
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.
Trail conditions & character
“While this state park has some unique overlooks and scenery, on a whole it's about average compared to others.”
“The only complaint I have is that the restrooms are unusable but they do have a port-a-potty avaliable.”
“The area is hilly and some fire rings are opposite side of camper entrances, so pay attention to the site you choose.”
“We fished at the lower pond and went on the Pond Loop and Peninsula trails.”
“The water level at the lake has been lowered for winter and that is interesting to see.”
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 |
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