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Sylvan Prairie Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 66 Google reviews · Running trail in Sylvania, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- 1.5 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Sylvan Prairie 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.
Wildlife-filled area featuring a 5.5-mile biking trail for dogs and two lakes for fishing.
What runners say about Sylvan Prairie Park
“it is very beautiful with the sounds of the birds, every now and then you do see a person or two.”
“This park is absolutely beautiful and exceptionally dog-friendly!”
This park is absolutely beautiful and exceptionally dog-friendly! It offers a wonderful space for both pets and their owners to explore, unwind, and enjoy the outdoors together. The trails are well-maintained, and there are plenty of areas for dogs to safely run, play, and socialize.
I’m not sure if other people are like me but I love to check out the pictures of the sledding hills before committing. This one is good, would definitely be better with more snow and fewer weeds.
This is a very desolate Park. Some people say it's 1.50 mi around I think it's a little bit longer.. it is very beautiful with the sounds of the birds, every now and then you do see a person or two.
Did the 1.5 mile loop. Nice paved trail. Would be nice if areas were cleared to see more of the lakes. Goldenrod were magnificent, some over 8 ft. tall!
Trail conditions & character
“Its 25 degrees and I've still seen at least 30 different people and dogs among the earth here There's room for everyone and its a must see if you like tranquil places.”
“it is very beautiful with the sounds of the birds, every now and then you do see a person or two.”
“I’m not sure if other people are like me but I love to check out the pictures of the sledding hills before committing.”
“I loved this park, it connects to a nearby park which makes for a vast spacious experience when going along these paved paths.”
“5 mile loop and the part where the pond came close to the path.”
Plan your run at Sylvan Prairie 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
- Loop distance1.5 mi back to where you parked
- 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.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websiteoutdoorsylvania.com
- Phone+1 419-882-8313
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–5:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–5:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–5:30 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–5:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–5:30 pm |
| Sunday | 1 am–11:30 pm |
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