Home › Ohio › Columbus › Scioto Mile Promenade
Scioto Mile Promenade
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,204 Google reviews · Running trail in Columbus, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Scioto Mile Promenade'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.
Downtown riverfront promenade, featuring bike trails, fountains and green space.
What runners say about Scioto Mile Promenade
“The paths are wide and clean, with plenty of benches and shaded spots to sit, relax, and enjoy a picnic.”
“The Scioto Mile Promenade in Columbus is an absolute must-visit for anyone who loves beautiful cityscapes blended with nature.”
“The paths are wide and clean, with plenty of benches and shaded spots to sit, relax, and enjoy a picnic.”
“Stretching along the Scioto River, it’s a perfect spot for a peaceful walk, a fun outing with friends, or just to take in the views.”
It’s such a beautiful trail to go for a jog or walk! I go on walks often and this is one of my favorite trails in Columbus. The lighting is also amazing (I love photography so I sometimes take pictures here). Perfect place to have picnics and relaxing walks!
The Scioto Mile Promenade, located in downtown Columbus, is the centerpiece of a transformative urban renewal project completed in the early 2010s. Historically, the area was dominated by a flood control dam, but its removal restored the natural flow of the Scioto River, making way for this expansive recreational…
Parking is there right next in civic park drive for 5$ (200 Civic Center Garage) ; take the ticket with you to enter back into Garage without fail If you like to do cycling 🚴♂️- you’ll love this place If you like to do jogging 🏃♂️ or walking 🚶🏻♂️- best place to do it if living next to the downtown Good picnic spot
Absolutely loved it. As a traveler and avid walk/jogger, it was perfect. Great sight lines. The walkway was in excellent shape. Can't wait to explore more in downtown Columbus.
Trail conditions & character
“The Promenade offers striking views of the rejuvenated riverfront, flanked by acres of parkland, fountains, and sweeping multi-use paths.”
“Stretching along the Scioto River, it’s a perfect spot for a peaceful walk, a fun outing with friends, or just to take in the views.”
“The paths are wide and clean, with plenty of benches and shaded spots to sit, relax, and enjoy a picnic.”
“Down of the benches do squeak and other than street parking there's not a good place to park.”
Plan your run at Scioto Mile Promenade
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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websitesciotomile.com
- Phone+1 614-645-3800
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–11 pm |
Running trails near Columbus
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Scioto Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 9 reviews
Scioto Audubon Metro Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,145 reviews
Bird habitats plus hiking, fishing, volleyball, dog parks & a climbing wall on 120 riverside acres.
Nationwide Blvd - Olentangy River Trail Bridge
4.9 ★★★★★ 10 reviews
Academy Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 106 reviews
Public park featuring a creek, a trail, and a bridge, plus a restroom.
Wolfe Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 612 reviews
Green space with walking trails for dogs and playgrounds, plus sports fields including tennis courts.