Little Miami Scenic Trail
Traversing 78 miles along the Little Miami State and National Scenic River, this trail was one of the first rail-to-trail projects in the country and remains one of the longest multi-use trails in the United States.
One of Greater Cincinnati’s most widely used trails, the Little Miami Scenic Trail’s wooded terrain attracts bikers, walkers and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds. As it follows the banks of the Little Miami River, the trail passes trailside parks, canoe rentals and charming cities and towns.
Whether you plan to hit the trail for a quick jaunt or embark on an overnight excursion, you’ll enjoy convenient access to bike rental and repair stations, campgrounds and restroom facilities. Parking is available at many trailheads from Newtown to Springfield. As the southern leg of the Ohio-to-Erie Trail and US Bike Route 21, this trail runs 326 miles from Cincinnati to Cleveland. In 2022, the Little Miami Scenic Trail will connect to Lunken Airport, Otto Armleder Park and the Ohio River Trail for an even longer journey to downtown Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and New Richmond. About 50 miles of the trail through Little Miami State Park are maintained by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
Who it’s great for
Bicyclists, walkers, joggers, skaters, horseback riders
What to look for
Remnants of the old railroad track on which this “rail trail” was built
Where to visit
Historic downtowns in Loveland, Milford, and Lebanon; Caesar Creek State Park; Xenia Station; Yellow Springs; John Bryan State Park
LENGTH
78 miles
TERRAIN
Paved, wooded, urban
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Easy to moderate
CONNECTING TRAILS:
Ohio River Trail, Countryside YMCA Trail, Ohio-to-Erie Trail, US Bike Route 21, Miami Valley Trail Network
END POINTS:
Newtown, Ohio, to Springfield, Ohio
COUNTIES:
Hamilton, Clermont, Warren, Greene, Clark
LEARN MORE:
Friends of Little Miami State Park
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