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Viaduct Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,334 Google reviews · Running trail in Bedford, Ohio · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Viaduct 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.
Park featuring hiking trails, a tunnel and waterfalls, plus an overlook.
What runners say about Viaduct Park
“This is a very well maintained park that has a decent size parking lot.”
“There are so many beautiful trails to wander, and it felt wonderful to immerse myself in nature and find peace in such a special place.”
“I can genuinely say that it was such a serene experience.”
“Almost all the trails are paved and some down close to the river are not but an easy hike for everyone!”
Tucked away in the middle of every where this beautiful place is most definitely something to see!!! My wife and I we here today 9/03/23 for about an hour and a half!!! Just the history alone is amazing and then you add the beautiful river just to discover these 4 amazing waterfalls!!!
The driveway to get to the parking lot has a curb you have to drive over, so angle your car if it sits low. There is a port-a-pot in the parking lot. The walk to the view of the Great Falls of Tinkers Creek is less than a mile & it's worth it.
Nice, quiet park. It is not set as a modern picnic park. The train track is at the highest point and the waterfall is at the lowest point. It is a short walking park, with hills involving up and down walking. There are also stairs, however they are not necessary unless you choose. Photography is common for couples.
Hey everyone, I recently took some time to explore Tinker Creek, including both the play area and the creek itself. I can genuinely say that it was such a serene experience. The hike to the water was gentle and lovely, allowing me to fully appreciate the tranquility of the surroundings.
Trail conditions & character
“The park is not large but offers paved walking paths along with trails that lead you to observation platforms overlooking Tinker Creek Falls.”
“Plenty of parking with Paved paths from the parking lot down to the falls with 2 lookout points from above, 1 upstream and 1 at the falls.”
“The park is not large but offers paved walking paths along with trails that lead you to observation platforms overlooking Tinker Creek Falls.”
“The walk down to the water is common area for dog walking.”
“I can genuinely say that it was such a serene experience.”
“With multiple different paths to take to get down to the water that are Accessible for all ages.”
Plan your run at Viaduct 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.
- Phone(216) 635-3200
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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Great Falls of Tinkers Creek
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