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Asylum Point Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 123 Google reviews · Running trail in Oshkosh, Wisconsin · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
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- Shade
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- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Asylum Point 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.
Park offering lake views, picnic areas, kid-friendly hiking trails, and a lighthouse.
What runners say about Asylum Point Park
“Water was very green with algae and seaweed but the sunset was still beautiful.”
“Lots of weeds, but location was not crowded making it very enjoyable for me and my son.”
We went to visit the old insane asylum and poor farm cemetery. It's dog friendly and there are nice trails through the woods. The cemetery is well kept, it's just sad that it ever existed. A hundred years ago, how many of us would have been there? May they have found the peace now they weren't given in life.
Quiet peaceful trails that lead along the shore line. Dogs are allowed which is a huge plus in my books. Trails are tight but many. Can be quite icy, muddy or wet so do prepare for that. There is a campsite as well & a boat dock.
A nice little park. Free access, nice secluded area off of the beaten path. Has boat launch and trails. Separate launch site in bay for kayaking. Light house bridge is currently out / under construction. Perfect for a picnic or to bring your pups along for a nice walk.
A small park good for walking dogs and children. Cool things to look at like big dry docked boats, an old lighthouse, and you can walk right up to the shores of the lake. Went in November, so there were no mosquito or insect issues. There is a very small trail system that Loops between the two access roads.
Trail conditions & character
“Water was very green with algae and seaweed but the sunset was still beautiful.”
“It's dog friendly and there are nice trails through the woods.”
“Lots of weeds, but location was not crowded making it very enjoyable for me and my son.”
Plan your run at Asylum Point Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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 — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteoshkoshwi.gov
- Phone+1 920-236-5080
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 4 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 4 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 4 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 4 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 4 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 4 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 4 am–11 pm |
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