Little Miami Scenic Trail
Part of the Regional Trail System
Great Parks manages parts of the 78-mile trail corridor along the Little Miami Scenic River, a designated National Wild and Scenic River, to serve both community and conservation goals. As part of the regional trail system, this corridor connects neighborhoods, communities and parks, enhancing access to recreation and transportation alternatives. In addition to recreational and transportation benefits, management of the corridor ensures the protection and stewardship of land along the Little Miami State Scenic River. This scenic river designation highlights the ecological and cultural importance of the waterway. Great Parks’ role includes conserving riparian habitats, protecting water quality and maintaining natural areas that provide habitat for native plants and wildlife. Balancing recreation with conservation safeguards the river’s natural character for future generations, while allowing the public to enjoy and appreciate one of the region’s most significant natural assets.
Part of a braided trail network
Little Miami Scenic Trail Extensions
Armleder-Lunken Connector Trail
Connects Otto Armleder Memorial Park to the Lunken Playfield, passing through meadows and running alongside the Little Miami River before ascending to join the Lunken Airport Playfield Trail.
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Length: 1.1 miles
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Type: Shared-use
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Level: Moderate
Lunken Airport Trail
This loop around the active municipal airport offers open views of planes as they take off and land.
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Length: 5 miles
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Type: Shared-use
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Level: Moderate
Otto Armleder Shared-Use Trail
Excellent birdwatching opportunities await with nesting platforms for ospreys and birdhouses attracting native bluebirds and tree swallows. Watch for hawks, sparrows, short-eared owls and even elusive wildlife like foxes in diverse habitats along the way.
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Length: 1.9 miles
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Type: Shared-use
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Level: Easy