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Hampton Hills Metro Park

Hampton Hills

Metro Park

Photo: Hampton Hills, Spring Hollow Trail

Park Areas

Archery Range

Main Entrance

Address 2925 Akron-Peninsula Rd.
Akron, OH 44313

Hours Daily: 6 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Trail Icon Trail Name Miles Class Rating Description
Adam Run Trail Adam Run Trail 3.2 C,D 3 Combined with Spring Hollow Trail, this is one of the park district's most demanding hikes. The loop  follows the glacial terrain left from the last ice age as well as open fields and meadows near Top O’ the World. Adam Run Trail allows hikers to enjoy the entire park. There are several seasonal stream crossings, making it difficult not to get your feet wet.
Spring Hollow Trail Spring Hollow Trail 1.9 C 3 One of the park district's most demanding hikes, this smaller loop trail crosses several seasonal streams at times, making the crossing difficult not to get your feet wet. The trail covers the western portion of the park including “Lookout Post” used by Native Americans as a fort and lookout over the Cuyahoga River. Erosion has caused the trail to change over time, revealing some interesting new areas to investigate. The switchback can be challenging in wet and snowy conditions.

Mountain Bike Area

Address 2092 Theiss Rd.
Akron, OH 44313

Hours Daily: 6 a.m. - 11 p.m.
*Bike repair station available

Trail Icon Trail Name Miles Class Rating Description
Mountain Bike Mountain Bike Trail - - - The park district’s first mountain bike trails include beginner, moderate and intermediate sections. With about 7 miles of ridable trails available, plans are in place to add more miles to the course, including advanced trails. Learn more about mountain biking in the Summit Metro Parks.

Top O' the World Area

Address 1285 Bath Rd.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223

Hours Daily: 6 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Classes: A = Multipurpose  |  B = Accessible*  |  C = Basic  |  D = Primitive**  |  E = Bridle

Ratings: 1 = Easy  |  2 = Moderate  |  3 = Difficult

* Flat, easy trail or section with asphalt or crushed limestone surface.

See our  Spree For All page for more information about accessible trails.

** Rugged and challenging with uneven surfaces and steep, narrow routes

Park Map

Hampton Hills Map

History & Wildlife

Hampton Hills is one of the larger Metro Parks, encompassing 665 acres. This park is a great example of the topography left behind from the last ice age. The glacially-formed Adam Run Valley was home to several American Indian tribes prior to settlement in the early 1800s. Along the trails, oak, elm, sycamore and black walnut trees provide habitat for a variety of birds and other wildlife. This park features one of the best areas for spring wildflowers. It also has several types of mushrooms and ferns, and an unusual plant called scouring rush which lines the banks of the stream. A grove of white pine, planted by Girl Scouts in the late 1960s, offers visitors a cool, scented respite.

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The old Adam’s family homestead is located at the Top O' the World Area. Farm fields have been transformed into open fields and meadows containing milkwort, ironweed, Queen Anne's lace, goldenrods and asters. Several species of butterflies flit and flutter among the native plants. Bluebirds perch among the trees and shrubs looking for a tasty treat. Other notable bird species include woodcocks, wild turkeys and large birds of prey like red-tailed hawks. The hawks can be seen soaring above the meadows as they hunt for small voles and mice.

The archery range located off Steels Corners Road, is a great place to sharpen your archery skills. Targets are accessible year-round with your own equipment.

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Activities
  • Archery
Amenities
  • Restroom
Activities
  • Take a hike or enjoy the view
Amenities
  • Pet-friendly
  • Picnic Tables
  • Restroom
Activities
  • Biking
Amenities
  • Picnic Tables
  • Restroom
  • Shelter
Activities
  • Take a hike or enjoy the view
Amenities
  • Pet-friendly
  • Picnic Tables