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Sharon Woods
4.7 ★★★★★ 5,016 Google reviews · Running trail in Sharonville, Ohio · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Sharon Woods' 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 with paved trails, golf, boating, an indoor playground & a village museum.
What runners say about Sharon Woods
“Clean restrooms, interesting village that I'm not sure of the hours or if I was actually allowed to be there but super interesting with informative plaques.”
“The park has very nice running and walking trails that are scenic, peaceful, and suitable for both a relaxing stroll and a more active workout.”
“Trail is mostly shaded with small pockets of sun peaking through the trees.”
“The park is easy to navigate because there are maps posted throughout and the paths don't fork off very much.”
“The park has very nice running and walking trails that are scenic, peaceful, and suitable for both a relaxing stroll and a more active workout.”
When I got to the entrance at Sharon Woods Park, the gate was open and there was no-one at the ticket booth. I entered the park, found a ranger and asked if entrance was free that day.
So beautiful and well kept! The waterfalls were amazing! Take the gorge trail hike, It's easy and worth it. I recommend parking and entering the trail from the north side, for 2 waterfalls. The other 2 waterfalls are right near the Visitors center.
Very interactive playground, great for many ages. Clean bathrooms, helpful staff, multiple trails for different activity levels. The nature center also has an indoor section for kids to play and plenty of animals to learn about as well. Lots of shade to relax and super pet friendly.
$8 daily fee/$16 annual - Can pay at entrance. Quiet walking paths, small water fall, larger playground area, 1800s recreated village, picnic areas throughout
Trail conditions & character
“The park has very nice running and walking trails that are scenic, peaceful, and suitable for both a relaxing stroll and a more active workout.”
“The park has very nice running and walking trails that are scenic, peaceful, and suitable for both a relaxing stroll and a more active workout.”
“Easy to walk Gorge Trail by the river, partially paved, mostly flat (slight incline in one area) hike through the woods.”
“Clean restrooms, interesting village that I'm not sure of the hours or if I was actually allowed to be there but super interesting with informative plaques.”
“Plenty of parking nearby as well as restrooms, water fountains, benches, picnic tables, and playgrounds for the kids.”
“Trail is mostly shaded with small pockets of sun peaking through the trees.”
“Trail seemed dog friendly and wasn’t crowded on a Saturday.”
“Plenty of parking nearby as well as restrooms, water fountains, benches, picnic tables, and playgrounds for the kids.”
Plan your run at Sharon Woods
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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.
- 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.
- Websitegreatparks.org
- Phone(513) 521-7275
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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