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Miami Whitewater Forest: 4.5 Mile Trail Run
A large forest and lake with boating activities, camping, paved bike paths, dog park and hiking trails. In fact, it’s the largest park in the Great Parks of Hamilton County! Location: Cleves, OH near Harrison. Map Directions: Meet at the parking lot at the trailheads: 39°15’02.3″N 84°44’52.3″W Trailheads are located at Timberlakes Dr. [Link to…
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How to Find Pawpaw Fruit in Ohio
Even though pawpaws are locally grown in Ohio, they are surprisingly difficult to come by! If you’re a non-local like me, you might be wondering, if pawpaws are native to the region, why can’t you just buy one in a grocery store? This is because the fruit must ripen on the tree, and once the…
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Shawnee Lookout: 3 Mile Trail Run
This park and 5 mile archeological district is known locally for its scenic river views, ancient burial mounds, and being a good spot to find pawpaws (if you’re lucky enough to happen upon one at the right time of year when they’re ripe!). The area also has a mix of history to explore. While you’re…
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Caesar’s Creek Horseshoe Falls and Swinging Bridge Trail: 4.4 Mile Trail Run
An Ohio state park and lake approximately 50 minutes from Cincinnati with mountain bike trails, waterfalls, and a swinging rope bridge. It even has a dog friendly beach. (See also https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/ohio/6-swinging-bridge-trails-in-ohio-that-offer-the-perfect-amount-of-adventure/ for more rope bridge excursion ideas in Ohio) Location: Waynesville, Ohio The Flat Fork Ridge Recreation Area is where you’ll find the trailhead. This…
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East Fork Lake: 5.6 Mile Backpack Trail Run
Some say the area reminds them of the Appalachian Trail. While this route is surrounded by water, the trail is just far enough away from the lake and rivers that you only see water at the beach. I personally reveled in seeing natural ferns throughout the woods.
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Salt Lake City Creek Park: 3-4 Mile Trail Run
Visiting Salt Lake City and want to hike or run? This route is perfect if you’re staying in the heart of the city as there’s no driving involved to get there! Location: Salt Lake City, City Creek Park This run assumes you are staying at a hotel in downtown Salt Lake City or visiting the…
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Trail Race Running 101: A Fleet Feet Dirt Days Review
The race was conveniently located in Mt. Airy Forest, a location we run regularly, and right at the usual 8:30 AM time! A nice crew of the Brink Trail runners signed up to join in the fun.
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Sharon Woods Gorge: 4 Mile Trail and Lake Run
A trail with beautiful overlooks, not to be confused with the Sharon Woods near Columbus, OH!
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Glenwood Gardens Bike Trail and Children’s Discovery Garden: 3-6 Mile Trail Run
The trails are easy to navigate, and doable with an all terrain stroller! You can tailor your route as long or short as you’re feeling that day with little risk of getting lost, and there’s a clean bathroom even when the center is closed. This trail is a perfect fit for trail running newbies who…
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Cincinnati Nature Center: 4-Mile Trail Run
There’s definitely more to the park than trails. Be sure to check out the children’s playscape and events such as their plant sales!
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Devou Park: 3-4 Mile Bike Trail
This park is known for it’s beautiful overlook views. There’s also a historic museum on site with a children’s nature playscape (Natureplay@BCM).
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Mt. Airy Forest: Stone Steps 5-Mile Loop
Fairly technical but beautiful trails. The big loop goes UP two of Cincy’s most famous spots: the Stone Steps and Gummy Bear Hill.
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Mitchell Memorial Forest: Two 4-Mile Mountain Bike Trail Loops
The forest is high tree canopy that was planted in the 1930’s, but feels much older. This is a group of two 4-mile multi-use trails. Choose either loop for a 4 mile run, or do both for a total of 8 miles.
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Straight Street Hill Climb: 0.36 Mile Race
For those who like pain, this is a deceptively easy run that pushes the limits of your body. Run, bike, ruck, or crawl; there are multiple choices of how to travel up the hill with varying levels of difficulty. The official race is scheduled annually, the Sunday before Thanksgiving.
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Mariemont South 80 Trails: 3 to 4 miles
Mariemont Village is a National Historic Landmark District known for its 1920’s English Tudor revival architecture. I go there for the croissants.
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