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Sweet Arrow Reserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 388 Google reviews · Running trail in Sugarcreek Township, Ohio · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Sweet Arrow Reserve'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.
Tranquil nature preserve for hiking and walking through prairie meadows and the woods.
What runners say about Sweet Arrow Reserve
“Sadly, a lot of irresponsible dog owners don't clean up after their pet, even if in the middle if the trail.”
“Scenic small creek (Little Sugar Creek), with neat stones to cross over it; almost always able to traverse unless unordinary high water.”
“I loved the wide trails and how very well marked they were.”
“You're never more than a mile or two from the busy roads, but somehow, it stays peaceful and quiet.”
My way better half & I decided to take our 1st hike of the year today at Bellbrook Sugarcreek Sweet Arrow Reserve. We really didn’t have a choice with as beautiful as it was outside today! When we hit the trail it was 81°, sunny & the wildlife was out in full effect.
The trails thru this reserve are beautiful. (So many options of trail length too) Winding thru the trees, along the water, up a hill down a hill. You will love it! It's a very popular place for walking or running.
Went here for about 4.5 miles of hiking. It was a little confusing to follow the trails I wish I had brought a map. Had a good time walking through the prairie and wooded areas though I skipped one of the prairie trails that ran adjacent to the road.
I’ve lived in the Dayton area a long time. As an avid hiker I thought I had visited the best of what montgomery county had to offer. Boy was I wrong. This is one of the nicest parks i’ve visited in a while. It’s well maintained and the trails go on forever. Can’t wait to see it in the fall!
Trail conditions & character
“Scenic small creek (Little Sugar Creek), with neat stones to cross over it; almost always able to traverse unless unordinary high water.”
“The path for the green trail goes beyond the parking lot, past the entrance sign to the left, FYI.”
“Sadly, a lot of irresponsible dog owners don't clean up after their pet, even if in the middle if the trail.”
“It very much reminds me of Charleston Falls with wide, well manicured trails and a good mix of elevation.”
“There is one portable restroom and a couple of picnic tables at the parking area.”
“I loved the wide trails and how very well marked they were.”
“You're never more than a mile or two from the busy roads, but somehow, it stays peaceful and quiet.”
“If you take the yellow loop there is a river crossing that will require your feet getting wet.”
Plan your run at Sweet Arrow Reserve
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitebellbrooksugarcreekparks.org
- Phone(937) 848-3535
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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