john bryan state park

I've visited this park many times. I've ran through the trails, and biked through it once. The scenery is great. You'll even run into some wildlife, but they're safe. I suggest not going after a big rain for obvious reasons. It gets pretty muddy out there.

Very pretty area. Not real good signage on the trail, but it's easy to follow and well maintained. Free wood pick-up when I was there so the sound of chainsaws was not nice. Lots of birds. Strange doors on the pit toilets near the picnic area that I parked at (they don't provide much privacy - I'm glad no one walked up while I was using the facilities to peek over the door).

When we first drove into the park we were met with total devestation. Turns out they were in the process of cutting down lots ( and I mean lots and lots) of trees due to the emerald ash borer. Sad, but I guess it was necessary. But it will change the look of the park along the roads. Once we had figured out where to park and started the hike, things got better. I'm sure it would be prettier in any season but winter, or in winter with some snow, but the best part of the hike was easily once you got to the Clifton Gorge. So you could just park at its north end along SR 343, or at least in the northern-most parking lot of the state park, but there wasn't really anything wrong with the longer hike.

Awesome park to visit, no matter what time of year or season it is. Covered outside areas are a wonderful place to have family get-togethers or reunions, etc.

I love John Bryan. The loop from bridge to bridge around the river is a wonderful walk with plenty of wildflowers in the spring. There's always something to discover, and the trail is wide enough to walk with a friend and still be able to talk.

This State Park is nestled between Clifton Gorge and Glen Helen nature preserves. It offers several miles of trails along a beautiful creek. Camping and day use facilities work for just about everyone. Part of one of one of the trails is the old Cincinnati to Pittsburgh stage coach route. Lots of mature trees and also some rock climbing to be had.

John Bryan State Park is a wonderful place for a day hike, picnic, or just a nice nature place to visit with family and friends. Dogs are allowed in John Bryan although they are not allowed on the bordering Clifton Gorge trails. This place is always great for pictures and you can typically see some sort of wildlife wondering throughout the park. Take a blanket and enjoy an afternoon.

We hiked some of the meadows and trails. Nice easy hike with beautiful views, we connected to Clifton Gorge for a more adventurous hike. Looking forward to a fall visit to see the leaves change.

We were looking for Clifton Gorge and almost made it. We picked the wrong parking area and couldn't quite make the full hike into the Gorge. Instead, we enjoyed a beautiful hike along both sides of the Little Miami River - to the Gorge trail and back. The map indicate it was about 2.5 miles; it felt longer - perhaps because we had spent the morning walking another attraction. If we can fit it in, we will be back.The trail on the south side of the river is more rugged than the north side. Both sides had small streams running down the hillsides and across the trail. Scenery is beautiful. The north side actually has two trails - the lower one we hiked and a Rim Trail.The trails are not suitable for a stroller. Young children must either walk or get carried in a backpack or other accommodation. There are a couple of spots that require attention and caution. Good shoes or boots are a must. Take water with you. Parking seemed plentiful. Many picnic tables are available near the parking areas.The only real negative for us was the pit toilets.

We visited John Bryan State Park as a day trip from Columbus. We stopped at the camp store and the woman there was more than happy to give us maps of the trails and advice on what to see. She gave us 2 maps as you hike from John Bryan through Clifton Gorge. Run by 2 different agencies. From the parking lot with the shelter house we took the Cincinnatti -Pittsburgh Stage Coach trail to the Gorge. You do need sturdy shoes and there were lots of muddy spots to walk around and slippery rocks. Lots to look at. The falls were dried up but still a pretty area. Once we came out of the gorge, there was a nature center there. It is only open on Sat and Sun. There was a porta-potty there. We thought about walking to the mill but it was up route 343 along the highway. We decided to drive there when we got back to the car. It took us about 1 1/2 hr to walk the lower trail and about 1 hr to walk the north rim back. It was about 5 miles. I wouldn't suggest the whole trail with kids but you could do parts. We did see kids with their parents. We found out that the campground has 9 electric sites now but you can't reserve specific sites. Hope they change that soon.

Excellent spot for day hiking. Not easy walking but with sturdy shoes and a little care, it's a beautiful walk.

John Bryan State Park is a beautiful place for hiking and biking. There are many rock formations as you wonder through the park. Plenty of shelters and a day cabin for family gatherings. Miles of hiking trails and the little Miami River flows through. THis is also a wonderful place to have picnics.