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Swaim Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 523 Google reviews · Running trail in Montgomery, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Swaim 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.
Serene gathering place with walking paths, a duck pond & several ball fields & sports courts.
What runners say about Swaim Park
“All neighborhoods should be lucky enough to have such a well maintained and beautiful park like this.”
“The trail offered two distinct branches, one of which led me alongside two picturesque ponds that graced the landscape.”
“As I strolled along, the serene waters mirrored the canopy of trees above, creating a harmonious fusion of natural beauty.”
“As I strolled along, the serene waters mirrored the canopy of trees above, creating a harmonious fusion of natural beauty.”
Definitely one of the better playground sets in the area. Parents looking for the playground: use the parking lot off Zig Zag road (Google brought me to the other parking lot, which is still a very short walk to the playground, but it's not visible from that parking lot.
2025 More of a smaller park / area. There is a small walking trail that loops around. The two ponds & the beautiful fall foliage make it a wonderful stroll. I feel like this park design is more for ages 3 & up.
This is the perfect little park with a little bit of everything. Two little ponds with water fountains and a encircling walking path surrounded by diverse trees and benches. It has picnic shelters, a gazebo, playground, a baseball field, soccer nets, basketball, sand volleyball, and tennis courts. 10/10.
★☆☆☆☆ Popularity ★☆☆☆☆ Size/Location ★★★★★ Terrain ★★★★☆ Scenery ★★★★☆ Accessibility ★★★★☆ Amenities ★★★★★ Condition ★★★★★ Safety Date visited: 09/14/2023 A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to explore Swaim Park, a charming gem nestled within the city of Montgomery.
Trail conditions & character
“The trail offered two distinct branches, one of which led me alongside two picturesque ponds that graced the landscape.”
“Finding a suitable parking spot posed no challenge on that particular day, as the medium-sized parking lot had ample availability.”
“As I strolled along, the serene waters mirrored the canopy of trees above, creating a harmonious fusion of natural beauty.”
“As I strolled along, the serene waters mirrored the canopy of trees above, creating a harmonious fusion of natural beauty.”
“The restrooms are in front of one parking area or up the path in between the ponds if you’re coming from that direction.”
“A short paved trail for walks (or bicycles), and a nice little pond with plenty of benches to sit and enjoy.”
“Two little ponds with water fountains and a encircling walking path surrounded by diverse trees and benches.”
Plan your run at Swaim 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
- 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
- Websitemontgomeryohio.gov
- Phone(513) 891-2424
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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