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Scioto Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,140 Google reviews · Running trail in Dublin, Ohio · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Scioto 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.

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218-acre state park with views of the Scioto River Valley, plus boating, fishing & hiking trails.

What runners say about Scioto Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (1,140 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 7 mentions

“Very easily accessible right next to main road, all clean and well maintained, washrooms are spotless, water refill station and of course amazing view.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 6 mentions

“Best part of this park is there is river stream next to it making this park more beautiful.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 5 mentions

“It was calm environment, small creek running by the one end and surrounded by very nice wooded area.”

Scioto Park on Riverside Drive is a Dublin City Park,the one that has the stone memorial of Leatherlips. The park has a n upper and lower parking area. It also has a small amphitheater. Other amenities are restrooms,shelter houses,and an actual pay phone. I don't know if it still works but it's there.

★★★★★ — Rjd , Nov 2021

Very nice park! The trees looked so beautiful in the sun. No walking paths, but lots of grass and benches. It's a great place to relax by the river and just observe(: (There's also a large grassy seating area with steps and a stage, so this might be a great place to host an event)

★★★★☆ — Kalonnha , May 2022

Nice park right off Riverside drive but away from the main road which avoids noise pollution. There is plenty of space for kids to play, including slides, swings etc. 3 party shelters are available that can be reserved before hand to avoid confusion . BBQ grills are also installed.

★★★★★ — Fahd , Aug 2018

Went there for a small party. It was calm environment, small creek running by the one end and surrounded by very nice wooded area. Nice place to cater a party. Plenty of places for kids to play around and also have a volleyball net setups.

★★★★★ — Faruque , Sep 2023

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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 11 mentions

“Very easily accessible right next to main road, all clean and well maintained, washrooms are spotless, water refill station and of course amazing view.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 9 mentions

“Down part as other parking, shelter, barbecue places, kids playground and volleyball court.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 7 mentions

“The park is a decent sized city park that also has an open grassy area that is on hill.”

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🚻 Restrooms 6 mentions

“Other amenities are restrooms,shelter houses,and an actual pay phone.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 4 mentions

“So quiet and relaxing, not many people at all, very chill atmosphere and beautiful nature.”

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Stroller / ADA accessible 3 mentions

“Very easily accessible right next to main road, all clean and well maintained, washrooms are spotless, water refill station and of course amazing view.”

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Plan your run at Scioto 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
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websitedublinohiousa.gov
  • Phone(614) 410-4550

Hours

Monday 8 AM–8:30 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–8:30 PM
Wednesday 8 AM–8:30 PM
Thursday 8 AM–8:30 PM
Friday 8 AM–8:30 PM
Saturday 8 AM–8:30 PM
Sunday 8 AM–8:30 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 Scioto Park

7377 Riverside Dr, Dublin, OH 43017

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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.