Loveland
- Miles
- 47.4 total miles / 47.4 off-road miles (100.0%)
- Section supervisor
- Diane Wright
- Contact
- loveland@buckeyetrail.org
- Paper map publication date
- September 2022
- Chapter
- Ohio River Chapter
- Counties
- Hamilton, Clermont, Warren
- Abutting Sections
- Williamsburg, Caesar Creek
- Trail Towns
- Loveland, Milford
- Trail alerts and map updates
- See all
- Page last updated
- Mar 14, 2026
What to expect
The Loveland Section begins at the southern terminus of the Buckeye Trail in Cincinnati’s Eden Park and offers one of the most urban and accessible stretches of the route. It follows long segments of the Little Miami Scenic Trail, passing through vibrant downtown Loveland and other river towns while also connecting to wooded and riverside landscapes.
Section news
Towns and villages on the trail
Cincinnati, Fairfax, Mariemont, Plainville, Terrace Park, Milford, Loveland, Indian Hill, Camp Dennison, Miamiville, Loveland Park, Kings Mills, South Lebanon, Morrow
Points of interest
- Little Miami Scenic Trail: Multi-use path following a rail bed built in the 1840s as the Little Miami Railroad.
- Camp Dennison: Civil War-era Union Army training camp.
- Downtown Loveland, Ohio: shops, restaurants, trail hub
- Fort Ancient Earthworks & Nature Preserve (nearby)
- Eden Park, Cincinnati, Ohio: Southern terminus of the Buckeye Trail.
- Historic mansions and churches
- Scenic river crossings
Natural features and geography
- Little Miami River Valley
- Little Miami Scenic State Park
- Shaded riverbanks and woodlands
- Rolling hills of southwestern Ohio
- Riparian habitats
Nearby emergency services
In life-threatening situations, call 911 throughout the Section. For other problems, call:
| County | State Highway Patrol | Sheriff |
|---|---|---|
| Clermont | 513.732.1510 | 513.732.7500 |
| Hamilton | 513.777.0387 | 513.946.6400 |
| Warren | 513.932.4444 | 513.695.1280 |
Open Trail Adopter segments
- The Loveland Section is fully adopted.
Trail Alerts
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Loveland Pt 8 Trail Alert Updated
July 25, 2026 Loveland Trail Alert from April 26, 2026 updated: Pt 8 Sidewalk on NE Corner of … Read more
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Loveland Alert- UPDATED - Pts 17-19
Loveland Trail Alert Pt 17 Junction with Lebanon Countryside Trail to Pt 19 LMST at Stubbs Mill Rd … Read more
Map Updates
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Campground Change
Diane Wright, Loveland Section Supervisor, has advised the BT that Riverton/Rivertime campground … Read more
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New Map Available
The BTA Map Committee announces that an updated map is now available for the Loveland Section. This … Read more
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Link Correction
While enhancing the BTA’s information in the Guthook app, Andy Niekamp discovered that three … Read more
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Camping Update
Camping available in Milford near Point 10 is in nearby Jim Terrell Park and Riverside II Park. A … Read more
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Description Change
This update applies to the Loveland Map Edition of March 2012. There has been a route change within … Read more
Parking locations
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Point 1: The Donald A. Spencer Overlook, located at the southern terminus of the Buckeye Trail, offers a day use parking area with 9 spaces.
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Point 1: Eden Park has a day use parking area with 16 spaces.
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Point 8: Avoca Trailhead has a day use parking area with 48 spaces, plus a seasonal full restroom and water (portable toilet otherwise). Fee.
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Point 9: City of Milford Trailhead offers a day use parking area with 20 spaces and a portable toilet.
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Point 12: Miami Riverview Park has a day use parking area with 20 spaces and a portable toilet.
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Point 13: City of Loveland provides day use parking with 98 spaces.
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Point 16: Foster Trailhead has a day use parking area with 10 spaces.
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Point 17: Grandin Road Trailhead has a day use parking area.
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Point 18: South Lebanon Trailhead has a day use parking area with 17 spaces.
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Point 20: Morrow Trailhead has a day use parking area with 85 spaces.
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Point 23: Fort Ancient Trailhead and River Access has a day use parking area with 36 spaces.
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Point 25: Mathers Mill Trailhead and River Access has a day use parking area with 12 spaces.
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Point 26: Oregonia Trailhead has a day use parking area with 12 spaces as well as a portable toilet.
Camping locations
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Points 19-20: Todd’s Fork Adventures, in Morrow, can be reached at hipcamp.com. This campground, which may be seasonal, is somewhat primitive with only porta-potties and a hand-washing station. Fee.
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Point 10: Camping is available in Milford in Jim Terrell Park and Riverside II Park. A permit is required and has a fee. Learn more at milfordohio.org →
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Point 14: City of Loveland Campsite is located at (39.273132,-84.256058.) The campsite is free of charge, but you must provide notice of your stay in advance by emailing your name, dates of occupancy, and contact information to dkennedy@lovelandoh.gov →
Resupply locations
- Details coming soon.
