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Allison Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 96 Google reviews · Running trail in Fort Mill, South Carolina · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Allison Park'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.
Family-friendly destination featuring a playground plus picnic tables and gazebos.
What runners say about Allison Park
“Not only is there a wonderful and clean playset, but there are several long trails to enjoy at this park.”
“There is good shade in the summer and access to some nice hiking trails if the playground is not for you”
This is a park tucked away in Baxter village. It feels kind of weird going there when you don't live there but it really wasn't that big of a deal. They have parking spots right along side the park which is within a grove of trees. Therefore, it is almost completely shaded! The actual playgrounds are very fun for kids.
The best thing about Allison Park is that it is in the woods and shaded by many trees. It makes it comfortable and cooler for summer visits than many local parks. There is some playground equipment including slides, swings, and climbing structures. There is adult exercise equipment.
Just a little park located in Baxter Village. Has a cute gazebo and fountain. This area is clean and safe. Great place to walk your dog.
Small little park but with plenty of shade because it's down in the woods. A nice hiking trail with it as well.
Trail conditions & character
“There is good shade in the summer and access to some nice hiking trails if the playground is not for you”
“The parking is very limited but I'm still surprised that almost nobody was using it.”
Plan your run at Allison Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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