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Theodore M. Berry International Friendship Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 974 Google reviews · Running trail in Cincinnati, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Theodore M. Berry International Friendship 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.
Narrow green space named for Cincinnati’s first African-American mayor, with walking & bike trails.
What runners say about Theodore M. Berry International Friendship Park
“The parks system takes great care of this area and it was clean.”
“It is very dog friendly and while it was a beautiful, sunny spring Sunday when we went, it wasn’t so crowded that we couldn’t move around with the pups.”
“Great for jog/run, park is less occupied in the evening but it was a fun and leisure walk.”
“*SERENE WITH A RIVERSIDE VIEW* I love walking and biking in this park because it's so peaceful with such awe-inspiring views!”
“It is very dog friendly and while it was a beautiful, sunny spring Sunday when we went, it wasn’t so crowded that we couldn’t move around with the pups.”
THIS PARK IS BEAUTIFUL 💕💕 Dedicated to a man with history and purpose. Beautiful landscaping and views of the Ohio River and downtown. Peaceful, quiet, and serene. Paved walking path. Restrooms. Places to sit. Dog friendly. Kid friendly. Bike rental station in parking lot. Free 2 hour parking lot. You must stop here!!!
A very unique park along the Ohio river. Lots of interesting structures and plants along the way so make sure to stop at each of them! The park runs alongside the river so you will be able to see it at all times. Come here after dark to be treated to a beautiful lit up skyline.
I love this park! I love the sign with the multiple languages on it. There's a nice trail right on the Ohio River and a little garden just east of the parking lot.
We stopped here yesterday so we could check out the river. The parking area is pretty small but there were plenty of open spaces at noon on a Thursday. The parking is free with a 2 hour limit. We walked to the Purple People Bridge from here. It was nice walk, not to far.
Trail conditions & character
“It is very dog friendly and while it was a beautiful, sunny spring Sunday when we went, it wasn’t so crowded that we couldn’t move around with the pups.”
“Free limited parking, Security, Cool sculptors, you can’t climb the tower anymore, no bathrooms.”
“*SERENE WITH A RIVERSIDE VIEW* I love walking and biking in this park because it's so peaceful with such awe-inspiring views!”
“It is very dog friendly and while it was a beautiful, sunny spring Sunday when we went, it wasn’t so crowded that we couldn’t move around with the pups.”
“Free limited parking, Security, Cool sculptors, you can’t climb the tower anymore, no bathrooms.”
“Long and paved paths for walking, running, or biking.”
Plan your run at Theodore M. Berry International Friendship 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.
- 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.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitecincinnatiparks.com
- Phone+1 513-352-6180
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–11 pm |
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