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Bluebird Meadow Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · Running trail in Dardenne Prairie, Missouri · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- 1.5 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Bluebird Meadow 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 with a lakeside trail, plus walking/cycling paths, and a prairie restoration.
What runners say about Bluebird Meadow Park
“From the well-maintained grounds to the beautiful natural surroundings, Blue Bird Meadow Park provides a peaceful and enjoyable escape.”
“This park offers a serene and picturesque environment, making it a perfect spot for outdoor activities and relaxation.”
“Additionally, there are well-placed benches and shaded areas along the trails, allowing visitors to take a rest and admire the surroundings.”
“This park offers a serene and picturesque environment, making it a perfect spot for outdoor activities and relaxation.”
“Blue Bird Meadow Park is a family-friendly destination.”
Beautiful prairie loop and (adjacent) lake loop with paved trails and picturesque sunrise / sunset foregrounds. The lake loop is accessed via a trail that goes west and passes under Henning Road. The prairie loop is accessed via a long straight out-and-back from the car park.
Grrrreat place to go for a walk and enjoy the bubbly melodious chips and chirps of purple martins.
I recently visited Blue Bird Meadow Park in Dardenne Prairie, MO, and I had a wonderful experience. This park offers a serene and picturesque environment, making it a perfect spot for outdoor activities and relaxation.
No shade but more of a level, paved walking/biking path that people use mostly for easy exercise or walking their dog. The central area is a prairie in progress. The path connects under an overpass to Bharathaven Park and its trail around the small lake there, if you wish to extend your walk. Nice.
Trail conditions & character
“This park offers a serene and picturesque environment, making it a perfect spot for outdoor activities and relaxation.”
“No shade but more of a level, paved walking/biking path that people use mostly for easy exercise or walking their dog.”
“Additionally, there are well-placed benches and shaded areas along the trails, allowing visitors to take a rest and admire the surroundings.”
“Beautiful prairie loop and (adjacent) lake loop with paved trails and picturesque sunrise / sunset foregrounds.”
“This park offers a serene and picturesque environment, making it a perfect spot for outdoor activities and relaxation.”
“The park also features clean restroom facilities, adding to the convenience for park-goers.”
“The prairie is looking great, nice parking lot and paved trails.”
“No shade but more of a level, paved walking/biking path that people use mostly for easy exercise or walking their dog.”
“Great trail for walking, biking, baby strollers, rollerskating or rollerblading!”
Plan your run at Bluebird Meadow Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Loop distance1.5 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — 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.
- Websitedardenneprairie.org
- Phone(636) 561-1718
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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