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Southerly Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 96 Google reviews · Running trail in Shaker Heights, Ohio · Dawn to dusk

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Dawn to dusk

Confirmed from Southerly 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.

ScenicDog-friendlyQuiet

Relaxed green space featuring walking paths, outdoor exercise equipment and a lake.

What runners say about Southerly Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (96 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“Beautiful green space, has nice outdoor gym”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 4 mentions

“Always a great place for a quiet walk and if you play Pokémon Go it's an awesome stop.”

Always a great place for a quiet walk and if you play Pokémon Go it's an awesome stop.

★★★★★ — Darth , Oct 2021

Nice park area that connects to the other parks in Shaker Heights and to Woodbury ES. It has a long walking/biking trail, an exercise area, and the creek running through the park is a favorite nature/adventure spot for kids and families. One of the places that makes Shaker great.

★★★★★ — Patrick , May 2021

A favorite spot for a short walk with the kids. Also an exercise station along the way for adults. It's close to home, but there is much to explore! If you're looking for more exploration, just cross Shaker Boulevard and visit the Nature Center.

★★★★★ — Lt , Oct 2018

It's small, but nice enough to sit or walk around and relax. Just off the main road, that is convenient. New were being planted this day. So you that they are keeping the park up.

★★★★☆ — Kerry , Apr 2021

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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 5 mentions

“Beautiful green space, has nice outdoor gym”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 4 mentions

“Always a great place for a quiet walk and if you play Pokémon Go it's an awesome stop.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 3 mentions

“Dogs are not allowed in our parks, believe it or not.”

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Plan your run at Southerly Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
  • 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.
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websiteshakerheightsoh.gov
  • Phone(216) 491-1295

Hours

Monday 5 AM–10 PM
Tuesday 5 AM–10 PM
Wednesday 5 AM–10 PM
Thursday 5 AM–10 PM
Friday 5 AM–10 PM
Saturday 5 AM–10 PM
Sunday 5 AM–10 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 Southerly Park

15401-15685 S Woodland Rd, Shaker Heights, OH 44120

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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.