Are dogs allowed on Ohio River Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Ohio River Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Ohio River Trail?

No, Ohio River Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Ohio River Trail?

Ohio River Trail is rated moderate. It is 4.6 miles long with 715 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

See Ohio trail conditions

ModerateOut and Back

Ohio

Ohio River Trail

Cincinnati, Ohio

4.6 mi

Distance

715 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 35m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Ohio River Trail is composed of two trails: The Ohio Water Trail and the Ohio River Greenway Trail. The Ohio River Greenway Trail (ORGT) is a proposed route that would interconnect existing trails in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. The proposal is spearheaded by the Ohio River Trail Council (ORTC), a volunteer-led, non-profit organization. The ORTC is an Internal Revenue Service registered 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization which relies on corporate, foundation, government, and private grants and donations to achieve its stated mission of creating a multi-use trail along the Ohio River and its tributaries. The Council is headquartered in Monaca, Pennsylvania.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:143 ft

Max:169 ft

218 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.