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Seven Gables Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 202 Google reviews · Running trail in Cincinnati, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 0.4 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Seven Gables 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.
Recreation area offering a playground, basketball and tennis courts, a trail, and picnic shelters.
What runners say about Seven Gables Park
“New, clean, lots of imaginative play opportunities, on-site picnic area, green space and an on-site bathroom.”
“You’ve got tennis and pickleball courts, a walking path with lots of shade, and even public restrooms.”
This is such a cute little park. The playground is beyond adorable and fun, which is what brought us here. They have a walking path and tennis courts. There are also bathrooms and a drinking fountain. The playground lets kids bring their imagination to play. The town theme is cute for all ages.
I recently stopped at Symmes Park while passing through, and it turned out to be one of the best little surprises we’ve found for our kiddo in a long time. It’s just off the freeway, so it’s a super convenient spot if you need to stretch your legs or let kids burn some energy.
★ Popularity: Locally known. ★ Size/Location: Small. ★ Trail difficulty: Easy. ★ Business Hour: Dawn to dusk. ★ Scenery and views: None. ★ Parking: Spacious. ★ Accessibility: None. ★ Amenities: Benches, shelters, children playgrounds, tennis court, street basketball court, restrooms.
This is an excellent park with many very nice playgrounds and even a kids zip line! The fishing ponds is also tons of fun and the trails are so nice. Lots of varied birds too! There is even a nice wooded (and shaded) dog park and fitness route.
Trail conditions & character
“New, clean, lots of imaginative play opportunities, on-site picnic area, green space and an on-site bathroom.”
“You’ve got tennis and pickleball courts, a walking path with lots of shade, and even public restrooms.”
“Nice double tennis courts, restrooms, drinking fountain & even a dog drinking dish.”
“Restrooms are clean but far from the actual play area across the parking lot.”
“Park is enjoyed by many dog walkers on the paved walks.”
“Nice double tennis courts, restrooms, drinking fountain & even a dog drinking dish.”
Plan your run at Seven Gables Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance0.4 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitesymmestownship.org
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–9:30 PM |
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