Top 5 Parks for Trail Running In Cincinnati
WHAT PARKS TO TRAIL RUN IN CINCY AND WHAT YOU NEED!
Trail running offers a great break from the beating summer sun and takes away from the constant pounding on pavement. There are a lot of different trails around Cincinnati that offer unique views, terrain, and challenges. Below are some of our favorite parks and what gear you might need to best enjoy them! Read along to find out where to trail run in Cincinnati!
1. SHAWNEE LOOKOUT
"Well-known for its history and heritage, this 2,017-acre hilltop park also boasts nature trails with breathtaking views of the river valley below." (Great Parks of Hamilton County)
Best For: Views
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Location: 35min West from Blue Ash
2. CALIFORNIA WOODS
"Take a hike on one of California’s trails, and be on the lookout for pileated woodpeckers and perhaps you’ll also spot a great horned owl among the tall sycamores. There is also a beautiful butterfly and hummingbird garden located directly in front of the nature center."-(City of Cincinnati)
Best For: Wildlife, Plants/Flowers
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Location: By Lunken (20min from Oakley)
3. MIAMI WHITEWATER FOREST
"As the largest park, Miami Whitewater Forest offers everything from scenic trails to stand-up paddleboarding, to golf and camping."(Great Parks of Hamilton County)
Best For: Everything!
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Location: 35min West from Blue Ash
4. GLENWOOD GARDENS
"Beautifully landscaped with trails, formal gardens, prairies, forests and wetlands, Glenwood Gardens is a great escape from the daily grind." (Great Parks of Hamilton County)
Best For: Gardens and Forests
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Location: 15min from Blue Ash
5. FRENCH PARK
"French Park is a 275-acre park, located in Amberley Village and boasts miles of hiking trails, creeks, meadows, and wooded hillsides."-(City of Cincinnati)
Best For: Hilly Trails
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Location: 10min from Blue Ash
Check Out Dirt Days Trail Series
The Dirt Days Trail Series consists of Eight Dates and Ten events.
Events will include trail runs of varying distances from about 2 to 11 miles, including a night run. Each event is unique and there is plenty of variety to appeal to runners and walkers of all abilities.
Depending on the event, you may encounter heavily forested areas, open fields, hills, creek crossings, dirt, mud, etc.
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