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Sycamore Run Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ 25 Google reviews · Running trail in Delaware, Ohio · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
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Shape
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Shade
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Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Sycamore Run 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-friendlyRestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

What runners say about Sycamore Run Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (25 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“Visited Sycamore Run Park during snowfall and it was stunningly beautiful, even wished for more snow!”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 3 mentions

“A quiet, tranquil spot along the Olentangy River.”

Visited Sycamore Run Park during snowfall and it was stunningly beautiful, even wished for more snow! Had a great time playing by the river, discovering fish, and sadly, a long-gone deer. Enjoyed spotting ducklings and embarking on good hikes.

★★★★★ — Suzayn , Mar 2024

Trails along the Olentangy River allows for scenic views. The park has a large parking area, a picnic table,no restrooms or playground.

★★★★☆ — Rjd , Nov 2022

Great view of the river! Two looping trails that took 20 minutes to walk. It was good to see all the invasive species removed. Make sure to perform a tick check before leaving.

★★★★★ — Jamie , Apr 2026

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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 7 mentions

“Visited Sycamore Run Park during snowfall and it was stunningly beautiful, even wished for more snow!”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“The park offers ample parking, including accessible spots, and it’s a short walk from the parking to the river.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 3 mentions

“A quiet, tranquil spot along the Olentangy River.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“The park has a large parking area, a picnic table,no restrooms or playground.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly

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Plan your run at Sycamore Run Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • 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.
  • Websitepreservationparks.com
  • Phone+1 740-524-8600
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 8 am–9 pm
Tuesday 8 am–9 pm
Wednesday 8 am–9 pm
Thursday 8 am–9 pm
Friday 8 am–9 pm
Saturday 8 am–9 pm
Sunday 8 am–9 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 Sycamore Run Park

7341 Olentangy River Rd, Delaware, OH 43015

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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.