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Boone County Arboretum
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,020 Google reviews · Running trail in Union, Kentucky · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Boone County Arboretum'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.
121-acre botanical garden with classes & exhibits, trails & kids' area, plus 12 athletic fields.
What runners say about Boone County Arboretum
“Phenomenal place, very well maintained and overall a stellar piece of land.”
“There were some trees in bloom that were gorgeous and, of course, the daffodils were up, but for the most part it's pretty early - yet.”
small trail system with cows next door. the trees were very pretty. lots of people and cars for a kids soccer game on saturday morning
Well what can I say about our experience at the boone county arboretum except it is amazingness. So much nature in a busy city. The old saying stop and smell the roses, well here you can stop and smell several types of flowers. It is absolutely beautiful at the arboretum. Also very educational for the children.
I've been wanting to come here for a-whiles. I know today was not the best time of year and/or weather day, but here I am. There were some trees in bloom that were gorgeous and, of course, the daffodils were up, but for the most part it's pretty early - yet.
Nice, trails. Tree species are listed, benches to sit on throughout the way for those that needed.
Trail conditions & character
“Great peaceful and educational place to walk and view butterfly garden, various types of trees, bushes, and other plants that thrive in this area.”
“I could appreciate the paved trail that goes around the whole park and the children's garden and butterfly garden are pretty neat!”
“Traffic wasnt too bad and even during peak game times parking was too far away.”
“I brought my dog and she loved meeting the other dogs on the trail and exploring all the smells.”
“Has a very stroller and bike friendly trail that is a couple of miles long and is a great place to have picnic outing with the family!”
Plan your run at Boone County Arboretum
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- 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.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitebcarboretum.org
- Phone(859) 384-4999
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 7:30 AM–9 PM |
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