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Towner's Woods
4.7 ★★★★★ 561 Google reviews · Running trail in Kent, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Towner's Woods' 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.
234-acre wooded park with hiking & cross-country skiing trails, sledding hills & picnic shelters.
What runners say about Towner's Woods
“The trails were very well maintained and usable even in the winter.”
“Great hiking trails thru a beautiful woods it is also on the Portage county hike and bike trail which is paved and about 8 miles long”
“Its quite peaceful and serene.”
“The kids love exploring the trails, observing the wildlife, and it's dog friendly so the whole family can come!”
This trail is beautiful and well maintained. As I walked back, I even caught them going through and removing fallen branches and what have you from the bike trail. This is pet friendly and has both cement for a bike, as well as a dirt path for those who want more of a challenge. It's about 3.
Been here in spring and fall. Summer was a little buggy. Has a deep woods feel to the trail. Only did outer loop of park. Hopefully these pics will help get an idea of the place.
We love towers woods. Be sure to bring your bug spray if you are visiting anytime besides winter. The mosquitos are brutal but the lake views are fantastic. One of the best spots in portage county for fall leaves and the portage hike and bike trail starts right here as well !
Trails are well kept and hold beautiful views. Its quite peaceful and serene. Great area for walking, hiking and trail running. Also, don't forget your fur-babies... they will love it too!
Trail conditions & character
“Great hiking trails thru a beautiful woods it is also on the Portage county hike and bike trail which is paved and about 8 miles long”
“There is a restroom available near the parking lot.”
“Great hiking trails thru a beautiful woods it is also on the Portage county hike and bike trail which is paved and about 8 miles long”
“5 miles long from the start of the loop to the end.”
“This is pet friendly and has both cement for a bike, as well as a dirt path for those who want more of a challenge.”
“Great hiking trails thru a beautiful woods it is also on the Portage county hike and bike trail which is paved and about 8 miles long”
“There were some very narrow trails, and a few roots and big rocks in the trail here and there, but overall pretty relaxed.”
Plan your run at Towner's Woods
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to 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.
- Websiteco.portage.oh.us
- Phone(330) 297-7728
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–9 PM |
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