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Parkersburg Ohio River Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · Running trail in Parkersburg, West Virginia · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Parkersburg 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.
What runners say about Parkersburg Ohio River Trail
This path is flat, paved, and well maintained. Good for biking, walking, or running. I see people walking dogs often.
Trail conditions & character
“Paved path - great for walking, running and cycling”
Plan your run at Parkersburg Ohio River Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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.
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