State: OH Length: 2 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Armleder Park Trail loops along a wide, paved route through the open meadows of the park, located east of Cincinnati. At the southeast end you'll find an overlook of the Little Miami River. The Armleder Park Trail links to the Lunken Airport Bike Path.
Rail-Trail
State: OH Length: 1 miles Surface: Ballast, Dirt, Woodchips
The California Junction Trail is one of two National Recreation Trails located in the 115-acre California Woods Nature Preserve. Located near the mouth of the Little Miami and Ohio Rivers, the former rail line was operated by the Cincinnati, Georgetown & Portsmouth Railroad. California Junction served as a switch station, a compulsory stop for all crews to receive instructions. The line served the areas between Georgetown, Batavia, and Columbia. Train service ended in 1939. This trail is a one-mile circuit-loop on the highest point of elevation in the preserve. Since the last train ran, the woodlands have become a mature hardwood forest with a variety of oak, hickory, maple, and beech. Wildlife abounds and a variety of wildflowers blanket the hidden remains of concrete trestle pillars and railbed fragments which link the trail to the past. Parking is available at the California Woods Nature Preserve parking, accessible from US Route 52 to Park Road.
State: OH Length: 15 miles Surface: Asphalt
This 15-mile paved trail cuts a swift route from Xenia to Dayton, passing a variety of sites, including drag racetracks and quiet museums. If you want more trail options, start at the Train Depot in Xenia, where the Little Miami Scenic Trail, the Prairie Grass Trail and the Creekside Trail converge. The Creekside Trail used to be called the "H" Connector because of its shape as a link between the Greene County Trail (Little Miami) and Montgomery County Trail (Mad River). To follow the Creekside Trail from Xenia Station, a restored railroad depot, head north, crossing Cincinnati Avenue, Second Street and Main Street—the latter very busy, so use caution. If you're interested in a longer trip, you can add a 10-mile side trip to Yellow Springs along the Little Miami Scenic Trail; take Market Street east and follow the signs. On the Creekside Trail, crossing Market Street makes all the difference. Here you enter a world filled with nature. Shawnee Creek flows along the north side of the trail. At Towler Road you can see the entrance to Sol Arnovitz Park, which offers some parking spaces but no other services. About 1 mile from Xenia Station you reach the James Ranch Spur. This trail heads less than a mile east to the Fairgrounds Recreation Center and Mullins Pool. Before you have traveled 3 miles, be prepared for a shift in your surroundings. The entrance of Kil-Kare Dragway abuts the trail. On race days it is loud and the fragrance of hot rubber fills the air. Continuing west you reach the William Maxwell Rest Area in Beavercreek Township. Named for the area's first publisher, this park offers a covered picnic table and a nice marble monument to Maxwell. A bridge over the Little Miami River, about 4 miles from the start, has overlooks at each end that offer beautiful views of the river and its banks in both di
State: IN Length: 5.40 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Greendale segment runs 1 mile between Walnut Street and Hollywood Boulevard at Eads Parkway, paralleling Eads Parkway/US 50 on the east side. There's a short gap (0.6 mile) in the trail between Lawrenceburg and Greendale. The Lawrenceburg–Auroa segment runs 3.6 miles between E. William Street at E. High Street in Lawrenceburg and Manchester Landing Street on the north edge of Aurora. You can continue via road through Aurora (0.7 mile), heading south on Decatur Street/SR 56 to just south of its intersection with Market Street. On the river side of the road, the trail continues 0.7 mile south through Lesko Park. Par of the paved rail-trail parallels an active CSX rail line along the scenic Ohio River. There are a few bridge crossings, Wilson Creek in Aurora and a restored 1882 bridge across Tanners Creek. Between Lawrenceburg and Aurora the trail passes through a wooded corridor and is more rural. Watch for wildlife in this section, including deer, beaver, foxes and shorebirds along the river wetlands.
State: OH Length: 1.50 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Fairfax Trail is just 0.8 mile long and parallels the north side of Murray Avenue between Settle Street in Mariemont and La Crosse Avenue in Madisonville. There are plans to link the Fairfax Trail to another trail planned to run between Cincinnati and Cleveland.
State: OH Length: 80.70 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Great Miami River Recreation Trail runs from Piqua all the way south to Fairfield, Ohio, linking numerous towns and cities throughout four Ohio counties. As the name suggests, the trail follows the banks of the Miami River for much of its route and is completely paved. The idea for the trail was conceived in 1965 by Horace Huffman Jr., of Dayton, OH, and president of the Huffy Corporation, makers of bicycles. The trail provides access to neighborhoods and downtown shopping and business districts, as well as linking parks, museums and historical features. Along the way the trail offers river views and rural scenery intermixed with urban parks.
State: OH Length: 5.40 miles Surface: Asphalt, Grass, Gravel
The 5.4 mile Iron Horse Trail utilizes approximately 2 miles of former Penn Central right-of-way, providing users a pleasant grass trail through neighborhoods as well as links with the Iron Horse Park. Future plans are to link the trail from the north terminus with the Kettering Recreation Trail. Parking and trail access is available at Iron Horse Park. Visitors may travel Interstate 675 to State Route 48 north, turn right to Whipp Road, and then turn right onto Millshire Road. The entrance to the park is on the right.
State: OH Length: 8 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Lebanon Countryside YMCA trail offers 8 miles of paved walking,running and biking, starting in downtown Lebanon and connecting to the Little Miami Scenic Trail. CAUTION: Near the midpoint of the YMCA trail there is a steep hill that ends at an intersection. If cycling, keep your speed in check.
State: OH Length: 78 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete
The Little Miami Scenic Trail is a jewel in the crown of Ohio rail-trails. The 72-mile paved path links Terrace Park near Cincinnati to Springfield, a dozen towns and four counties to the north. It passes through quaint small towns, beautiful state parks, picturesque scenery, old and new bridges and natural habitat. If you are interested in a shorter trip, start at Xenia Station. Trails radiate from Xenia like sunbeams, lending this charming town a reputation as the crossroads of Ohio trails. Feeling energetic? Take in the Little Miami in one fell swoop, starting and ending at the Avoca Park trailhead in Terrace Park. This beautiful park has plenty of natural green space to relax in after one of the best rides Ohio has to offer. Southern Section As you leave Terrace Park, a bridge takes you over US 50, and you soon come to Milford. Here, and for most of the southern portion, the Little Miami River is your companion. Just north of Milford a lovely 2,500-foot-long bridge carries you across the river toward Loveland. "Old Loveland," the quaint older section, is jam-packed with stores, cafes and even a bike shop. The trail is busy here, and traffic remains constant all the way past Hamilton Township's Fosters Park, where you'll find parking, restrooms, and shady large trees, to the Jeremiah Morrow Bridge. The bridge, named after a former governor, is the highest bridge in Ohio—a twin deck, arch truss bridge looming 239 feet above the river. Near the town of Morrow, with its railroad depot and an ancient (but safe) iron trestle, the trail congestion ebbs. There is a lot of ground to cover between Morrow and Xenia, but don't miss Fort Ancient State Memorial, home to a large museum and 3.5 miles of mounds built by the Fort Ancient tribe. Just to the north is Caesar Creek State Park, with more than 70 miles of great hiking and bridle trails as well as canoe rentals. The town of Corwin, at about mile 32, is a pleasant place to stop and r
State: OH Length: 5 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Lunken Airport Bike Path is a 5-mile loop trail that circles Lunken's airport. Much of the trail sits atop the levee that protects the airport from flooding of the Little Miami River. The paved path is wide and affords many nice views of the airport for those plane-spotters. You also get nice views of the river in places. The Lunken Airport Bike Path links to the Armleder Park Trail .
State: OH Length: 2.60 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Mad River Recreation Trail provides a critical link between the Creekside Recreation Trail and the Great Miami River Recreation Trail. The trail provides access from Montgomery County to the extensive trails in Greene, Warren, Clermont, and Clark Counties. This trail follows the scenic Mad River along Miami Conservancy's flood prevention levees from Eastwood MetroPark to downtown Dayton.
State: OH Length: 320 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Ohio to Erie Trail spans the state of Ohio from a tributary of the Ohio River in Cincinatti to Cleveland on the shores of Lake Erie. When complete, this trail will connect four of Ohio's metropolitan cities, a dozen large towns, and numerous small villages -- all done on easily accessible, paved trails that are completely separated from highways and automobiles. As of October, 2009, 234 miles have been paved of the 300 with 270 miles of right of way secured for trail use. Along the way, the trail passes through rural areas, farmlands, nature preserves, and regional parks giving the adventurous a hearty helping of nature's finest. At the metropolitan perimeter, meadows and woods give way to exciting urban centers, affording the traveller a contemporary taste of Ohio's culture and arts. The OTET has sparked the construction of dozens of other trails leading to it across the State of Ohio!
State: OH Length: 1 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Paul Laurence Dunbar Connector is built along the south bank of Wolf Creek. The trail starts in downtown Dayton where the Wolf Creek empties into the Great Miami River. Eventually, the Paul Laurence Dunbar Connector will join with the 13-mile Wolf Creek Recreation Trail.
State: OH Length: 29 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Prairie Grass Trail is an important piece of the Ohio to Erie Trail, the extensive cross-state, 320-mile trail. This beautifully maintained asphalt rail-trail segment stretches 29 miles between London and Xenia, generally following US 42. The northern trailhead is located in London, behind the senior citizen's center, and has a picnic pavilion and public restroom. The first mile west of London has several benches and another small picnic pavilion for trail users. The trail takes a rural flavor immediately upon leaving London. The corridor has been planted with natural prairie grasses, surrounded by flat, open farmland. In keeping with the prairie grass landscape, there are few trees, which makes it important to keep your water bottles full. After 10.4 miles you reach the small town of South Charleston. As it passes through town the trail diverts onto sidewalks for 0.5 mile. The South Charleston trailhead is highlighted by the wonderfully restored train depot; it also offers picnic tables, water and restrooms. The almost 10 miles between South Charleston and Cedarville are dominated by huge fields of corn and soybeans as far as the eye can see. There is virtually no tree cover, so protect yourself against wind and sun. The trail travels close to US 42 for much of the way and also shares the corridor with power lines owned by Dayton Power and Light (which allowed an easement on the corridor that made the trail possible). About 7 miles after leaving South Charleston you cross the county line from Clark into Greene County. In Cedarville, the trail travels beside Massie Park, with parking, a playground, water and restrooms. The trail runs another 9 miles from Cedarville to the endpoint in Xenia. As you head out of town you pass a good-sized lake to the right that is separated from the trail by a high chain-link fence. Just before the crossing at Murdock Road, 1.7 miles out of Cedarvill
Miami Whitewater Forest has much to offer any Cincinnati hiker interested in getting away from the daily grind for an hour or a day. You can enjoy an ice cream by the lake, or hike into the woods to observe the diverse wildlife. The three best trails this park has to offer are Shaker Trace, the Oakleaf trail and the Badlands trail. Shaker Trace is actually a moderate 8 mile bike loop that takes the rider through Frisbee golf courses, wetlands and tall grass prairies. One of this park's goals is to restore the wetlands and prairies that were destroyed years ago. There is also a wildlife viewing area where a quiet spectator can view frogs, turtles and various species of birds. The trail can also be cut down to 1.6 miles if the hiker chooses to walk the inner loop. The outer loop can be hiked in about 2 1/2 hours. Also, bikes and tandems can be rented at the park for a minimal cost.
The Sharon Woods Loop Trail circles a picturesque lake in this popular park in the Hamilton County Park District. Sharon Woods offers a visitor center, picnic areas and athletic fields.
State: OH Length: 1.30 miles Surface: Asphalt
The 4C Bicentennial Trail is one of several throughout Wilmington, OH, and runs between Southeast Neighborhood Park and Fife Avenue (CR 82), just across the road from the south end of Denver Williams Memorial Park. The trail passes through a mostly rural landscape of woodlands and cultivated fields. At the west end, you can take the Urban Connector along city sidewalks to link with the Luther Warren Peace Path.
State: OH Length: 0.70 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Lowe's Connector Trail parallels Lowe's Drive in Wilmington, OH, and links Rombach Avenue with Prairie Road; however, this is no sidewalk once you reach Prairie Road. The trail is best used to access shopping centers along Lowe's Drive from Denver Williams Memorial Park.
The Luther Warren Peace Path is shady 1.2-mile journey along a level paved surface, delightfully cool in summer. The trail includes two old railroad bridges, one covered and built as a local Boy Scout project. There is a link to the path from Clinton Memorial Regional Hospital.
State: OH Length: 0.60 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Urban Trail is one of several throughout Wilmington, OH, and runs between Mulberry Street at the Luther Warren Peace Path and near Southeast Neighborhood Park at the 4-C Bicentennial Trail. The trail is really a series of sidewalks along the street, although Hawley Street does not have sidewalks. The route is mostly signed. To get from the east end of the Luther Warren Peace Path at Mulberry Street, head south on Mulberry Street then east on Truesdell Street. Three blocks later at Charles Street, head south 1 block to Hawley Avenue. Go east on Hawley, cross the tracks (use caution!), then go south on Grant Street. Head 1 block to Doan Street and turn east. Go 1 block to Wall Street heading south, and in just a few hundred feet, where the road curves to become Marlena Drive, head slightly south and west to the western end point of the 4-C Bicentennial Trail (between the houses).
State: OH Length: 13 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Wolf Creek Recreation Trail northwest of Dayton is a well-maintained asphalt trail stretching 13 miles between Trotwood in Montgomery County and Verona in Preble County. Reflecting the nature of the densely settled areas, there are many street crossings. However, the trail redeems itself, passing through spacious expanses of cornfields and pasture. The Trotwood Depot, with historical exhibits, an information kiosk and restored railroad cabooses, is a good place to kick off your adventure. There is a bus stop in front of this old railroad station, a convenience for bike and bus commuters. Traveling northwest from the depot, you cross Broadway then Main Street, reaching the trail—and several more road crossings—after a short stretch of sidewalk. Houses and apartments backing up to the trail soon give way to cornfields. At Snyder Road you will see an entrance to Sycamore State Park. The park has miles of hiking and bridle trails under canopies of giant sycamore trees. A strip of wildflowers decorates the trail just before the Air Hill Rest Area. You can nestle your bike into the racks here and settle yourself into a bench to rest up for two tricky road crossings ahead. At Shiloh Springs Road and Diamond Mills Road, sight lines are tight and there are no crosswalks. Traffic is minimal here, but be cautious nonetheless. Busy Westbrook Road signals your arrival in Brookville, a sleepy town of 5,200. You pass a skateboard park and Brookville Station. A real gem in Brookville is Golden Gate Park, with picnic shelters and a kids' park that resembles a scaled-down castle and even hosts the local theatre productions. An underpass at Interstate 70 returns you to farmland for the trail's remaining 5 miles. Shortly after Dull Woods you reach a trailhead at US 40. The busy crossing is unmarked for motorists so take care. Wengerlawn Rest Area is also known as "Pete's Station," in honor of trail builder Peter Smith. The trail comes to an end after Sweet Potat
State: OH Length: 4.58 miles Surface: Asphalt, Concrete
The trail runs from Maple Street in downtown Fairborn along the North side of Kauffman Avenue to National Road. At that point the trail crosses Kauffman to the South side and follows the fence line of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base to the Wright Brothers Memorial. The trail was completed in November 1998 and the trail was dedicated Spring 1999.
State: OH Length: 15.40 miles Surface: Asphalt
The Xenia–Jamestown Connector Trail links these two eponymous trails, and travels east beyond Jamestown to the Green—Fayette county line at Rosemoor Road. In Xenia the trail links at a hub with the Little Miami Scenic Trail, the Creekside Trail and the Prairie Grass Trail. The trail is relatively new and offers a beautifully maintained asphalt surface suitable for all uses except horses and motorized vehicles. Start at the east end off Rosemoor Road southeast of Jamestown. You can also park off South Limestone Street in Jamestown. From here, more amenities quickly become available along the trail as you head toward Xenia. Just a half mile into the journey a wooden bridge off the right side of the trail leads to grocery, which offers beverages, food and restrooms. Another trailhead on the left just 1 mile from the Jamestown trailhead is at Frank Seaman Park, offering restrooms, water and parking. In addition, it has numerous baseball fields, a covered pavilion and picnic area, as well as ample green space to either warm up for your ride or unwind afterward. Continuing northwest brings you to the crossing at Quarry Road. The trail corridor is amazingly well shaded in summer by a thick canopy of deciduous trees. The periodic breaks in the trees over the next 2 miles allow you to get a peek of the vast farm fields that dominate this part of central Ohio. Just past mile 4 the trail crosses South New Jasper Station Road, and less than 0.5 mile past this, the trail crosses a bridge over the North Fork of Caesar's Creek. The bridge is a nicely built concrete deck and the view both up and down the meandering waterway, with its lush vegetation clinging to the banks, is well worth a stop. The remaining 3 miles or so offer a smooth quick ride th