How to Run Trails in Huber Heights, Ohio

Convenient to the major city of Dayton, Huber Heights, Ohio, is known for family-centered residential areas. The city's Parks and Recreation Department maintains 13 parks. Three of these parks have trails suitable for running. In addition to the city-run parks, Five Rivers Metro Parks based in Dayton maintains two parks that have trails within the borders of Huber Heights.

Things You'll Need

  • Water
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Instructions

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      Choose the trail in Huber Heights that meets your running needs. Shullgate Park has a 1/2-mile trail good for short runs. Belle Plain Park also has a short trail along with a fitness course where you can jog between stations. Rip Rap Park is home to a small network of trails where you can run. Taylorsville MetroPark has over 13 miles of trails through forests, good for cross-country running. The Great Miami River Recreation Trail is paved and ideal for running along its 5.5 miles.

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      Drive to the location of the Huber Heights trail of your choice. Belle Plain, Rip Rap and Shullgate Parks and Taylorsville MetroPark all have parking lots on-site. To access the Great Miami River Recreation Trail, leave your car at Taylorsville MetroPark, which provides access from the property.

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      Bring water with you. While all the facilities have accessible water fountains at certain points, you won't find them along the trails while running.