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Stebelton Park at Rock Mill
4.7 ★★★★★ 439 Google reviews · Running trail in Lancaster, 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 Stebelton Park at Rock Mill'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.
Grist mill from 1799 featuring tours, a waterfall and a gorge.
What runners say about Stebelton Park at Rock Mill
“Within a few hundred feet of each other, there is a beautiful covered bridge, a mill that first existed in 1799, and a nice waterfall.”
This is an incredible, but small park that is well worth visiting, but first set your expectations appropriately. Within a few hundred feet of each other, there is a beautiful covered bridge, a mill that first existed in 1799, and a nice waterfall.
This mill was first built in 1799, and is a scenic and interesting place. I have included some photos from over the years. There is a very old photo from when it was operational, which I would guess was around 1900.
Great place. We went when the mill building was open and the staff was amazing! Very knowledgeable and took time to explain everything to us, my son even got to use a tool to get the corn off the cob. All the floors were open including the bottom level with the gears which was so interesting to look at.
This is a treat! I want to say it is a hidden gem...it was for me. I really enjoyed this, and the hike to the waterfall is somewhat steep, but very doable. Very enjoyable, and I recommend.
Trail conditions & character
“Within a few hundred feet of each other, there is a beautiful covered bridge, a mill that first existed in 1799, and a nice waterfall.”
Plan your run at Stebelton Park at Rock Mill
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.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitefairfieldcountyparks.org
- Phone+1 740-681-7249
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11 am–2 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 11 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | 1–4 pm |
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