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University Parks Trail
4.4 ★★★★☆ 21 Google reviews · Running trail in Toledo, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 7 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from University Parks Trail'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.
What runners say about University Parks Trail
“Quiet, peaceful and it seems to never end.”
Such a beautiful place! Simple, few people walking and enjoying the walk, it is one of the best place if you want to have a peaceful time with yourself and enjoy the quick peek of few deer’s and Rabbits along with a quiet walk or a bicycle ride ✌️✌️
A real gem in Toledo. Well maintained, safe, great natural resource. I am surprised, but pleased more people don't utilize the trail.
Quiet, peaceful and it seems to never end. I really wanted to see where it ends. I rode 45 minutes one way then realized I had to ride that 45 minutes back for a total of 8 miles. Very nice!
A great multipurpose paved old rail line. Will be even better with future connections to other local trails.
Trail conditions & character
“I rode 45 minutes one way then realized I had to ride that 45 minutes back for a total of 8 miles.”
Plan your run at University Parks Trail
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
- Distance7 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitemetroparkstoledo.com
- Phone(419) 407-9700
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8 PM |
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