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Aberdeen Lake Park/Parks & Recreation Department
4.5 ★★★★★ 929 Google reviews · Running trail in Aberdeen, North Carolina · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Aberdeen Lake Park/Parks & Recreation Department's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Playground-fitted park, plus a lake with a fountain, boardwalk and a bridge crossing it.
What runners say about Aberdeen Lake Park/Parks & Recreation Department
“Super clean, you can tell alot of hard work goes into keeping this park in pristine condition!”
“The lake is so beautiful, and just watching it is peaceful .”
“The lake is so beautiful, and just watching it is peaceful .”
This is an underrated gem in this area. It's a great place to walk, bike or take the kids and dog. I understand that the fishing is fair to average here. I'm looking forward to taking our small paddle powered canoe out. There's big open grassy areas and trails. Plus picnic areas and seating around the lake.
Nice little park with a lovely but short nature trail. Dogs loved it and it wasn’t too long so the kiddos were ok. Pretty area for photos, relaxing or walks
Great location for a family get together! We had 20+ that met for a cookout. We played outdoor games, some climbed on the slides and playground, and we walked around the lake in the trail. Excellent day! Clean restroom.
Nice walking trail. Goes around the lake. plenty of parking. A good place to hold a party or reception.
Trail conditions & character
“Bridge probably needs replacement soon and the bathrooms need serious renovation.”
“The lake is so beautiful, and just watching it is peaceful .”
“Dogs loved it and it wasn’t too long so the kiddos were ok.”
“The lake is so beautiful, and just watching it is peaceful .”
Plan your run at Aberdeen Lake Park/Parks & Recreation Department
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitetownofaberdeen.net
- Phone(910) 944-7275
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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