CROWN
Greater Cincinnati region's first-ever urban trail loop.
The CROWN (Cincinnati Riding Or Walking Network) is a vision for a 34-mile urban, off-road trail loop in the heart of the Queen City. With nearly 24 miles complete, CROWN consists of four major trails already in development: Wasson Way, Little Miami Scenic Trail, Ohio River Trail, and Mill Creek Greenway.
The CROWN Capital Campaign was launched in 2020 to help raise private donations. These private donations have been and will be used to match federal funding for the remaining mileage of CROWN. By the end of 2021, $10 million in private donations was raised as a part of the CROWN Capital Campaign.
Since the campaign launch in 2020, nearly 4 miles of CROWN have been built, and 1.75 miles are slated to break ground in Fall 2023. CROWN now has its sights set on connecting the west side trails to the east side trails to complete the loop.
Who it’s great for
Walkers, joggers, cyclists, commuters, tourists, families
What to look for
ArtWorks Electric Avenue mural by Christian Dallas, Cincinnati & Eastern railroad bridge with switchback in Ault Park, new tree plantings, and native flower gardens.
The brand new Beechmont Bridge connection between Lunken Airport and Anderson Township.
The SPACE WALK, a 3.5 billion:1 scale model of the solar system (don’t worry, it’s only ¾ mile in length!).
The CROWN mural in front of Great American Ballpark and the CROWN tiara bench at Yeatman's Cove
Where to visit
Xavier University, Rookwood Commons shopping center, Hyde Park Plaza, Ault Park, downtown Mariemont, Lunken Airport, Friendship Park, Bicentennial Commons, Yeatman's Cove, Smale Park, Evans Field, Downtown Northside, Salway Park, Spring Grove Cemetery.
LENGTH
The northern portion, Wasson Way, runs roughly 3.5 miles from Montgomery Road in Evanston to Old Red Bank Road in Fairfax, where it transitions to the Murray Path for another 2.5 miles to Plainville Road. West of Wasson Way, about 1.8 miles of trail make up the Uptown Connector, slated to connect the University of Cincinnati to the CROWN network. The Little Miami Scenic Trail runs 5.7 miles on the eastern side of CROWN from Lunken Airport to Columbia Township. The Ohio River Trail runs for about 0.6 miles in Lower Price Hill and picks up again at Smale Park for 3.6 miles to Friendship Park. The Mill Creek Greenway currently runs from Mill Creek Road to Salway Park accounting for 1 mile of CROWN.
TERRAIN
Paved, urban
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Easy-moderate
END POINTS
Wasson Way: Montgomery Road at the edge of Xavier University's campus to Plainville Road in downtown Mariemont
Little Miami Scenic Trail: Magrish Preserve Trailhead near Lunken Airport to Fifty West Brewing in Columbia Townhip
Ohio River Trail: State Street to Evans Field in Lower Price Hill and Smale Park to Friendship Park Downtown
Mill Creek Greenway: Mill Creek Road in South Cumminsville/Millave border to Salway Park in Northside
COUNTIES
Hamilton
LEARN MORE
Lebanon-Countryside YMCA Trail
Lebanon-Countryside YMCA Trail
The Lebanon-Countryside YMCA Trail provides a direct, shared-use path connecting Historic Downtown Lebanon in the heart of Warren County and the Little Miami Scenic Trail, accessing numerous local attractions along the way and nearby. The paved terrain is mostly flat – with a few hills to keep things interesting throughout – providing an easy-to-moderate trail
Oxford Area Trails
Oxford Area Trails
Oxford Area Trails make up a growing network of paved and accessible multi-use paths, connecting the wide variety of destinations the city and surrounding areas have to offer—from the Miami Natural Area Nature Paths to the city’s vibrant Uptown business district and everything in between.
Wasson Way
Wasson Way
Currently the Wasson Way trail runs for 3.5 miles from Old Red Bank Road at the edge of Ault Park to Montgomery Road at the edge of Xavier University.
Riverfront Commons
Riverfront Commons
A recreational trail project connecting northern Kentucky river cities along the Ohio River.
Whitewater Canal Trail
Whitewater Canal Trail
Following a historic canal route through Indiana’s Whitewater River Valley, this trail offers undisturbed views of aqueducts, locks and wildlife.
Licking River Greenway Trail
Licking River Greenway Trail
Covington’s riverfront boasts a 2-mile braided trail network featuring a natural surface trail along the river, a paved multi-use trail on the levee, and a series of murals.
Mill Creek Greenway Trail
Mill Creek Greenway Trail
Once infamous as one of “America’s most endangered rivers,” the Mill Creek now proudly showcases diverse wildlife, public art, and an edible forest garden along its multi-use trail.
Ohio River Trail
Ohio River Trail
This iconic trail spans 22 miles along the mighty Ohio River from Smale Park in Cincinnati to New Richmond, Ohio.
