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Arthur K Draut Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 172 Google reviews · Running trail in St Matthews, Kentucky · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Arthur K Draut 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.
Small park featuring figure-8 paths, bridges, and creeks, plus a variety of wildlife.
What runners say about Arthur K Draut Park
“The walkways are great, clean and lot of trees shade, good for pets.”
“It's a quick little trail with pretty streams and a lot beautiful trees and animals to see.”
“Easy winding pathways lead from open spaces to thoughtfully placed quiet seating, Great for watching birds along the creek and across the swampy reed beds.”
Discovered this hidden little park about 12 years ago and fell in love with it. So peaceful, relaxing, beautiful and a great way to connect with nature. Has a nice path to walk, jog or ride bikes but it isn't too long or overwhelming if you're just wanting quick exercise.
This small park in St. Matthews, Kentucky is amazing in its beauty and diversity. Lots of variety of trees and wildlife exist in this park where a figure-eight path with bridges cross over running creeks filled with fish and waterfowl.
Beautiful, small park with a nice loop trail. I enjoy it’s simple beauty. Recommend ❤️
This place is a groovy oasis right in the middle of the congested city of St Matthews. It's a piece of green carved out in ways both natural and contemporary. Pathways follow the winding Beargrass Creek one moment and than rise above swampy wetlands via steel grating that angles around like something out of an…
Trail conditions & character
“It's a quick little trail with pretty streams and a lot beautiful trees and animals to see.”
“Easy winding pathways lead from open spaces to thoughtfully placed quiet seating, Great for watching birds along the creek and across the swampy reed beds.”
“Durant isn't the most elaborate park in the county, but it certainly is an asset to it's community which is mostly a suburban concrete parking lot and strip mall wasteland.”
“There are no playgrounds or restrooms but wonderful for walking and observing nature.”
“Durant isn't the most elaborate park in the county, but it certainly is an asset to it's community which is mostly a suburban concrete parking lot and strip mall wasteland.”
“It's a great place to walk a dog or get some peace and quiet in the bustling St.”
Plan your run at Arthur K Draut Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitestmatthewsky.gov
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–7 PM |
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