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Bradley Lake Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 2,801 Google reviews · Running trail in Puyallup, Washington · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Bradley Lake 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.

PavedScenicDog-friendlyStroller / ADARestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

59-acre park featuring a lake, fishing, trails, a playground, picnic areas, baseball & restrooms.

What runners say about Bradley Lake Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (2,801 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 9 mentions

“Beautiful park with almost everything, playground, trail, lake, bathrooms, picnic area and tons of grass.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 5 mentions

“Early April at Bradley Lake Park—cherry blossoms in full bloom 🌸 Not crowded at all, perfect for a walk or some photos!”

This is a lovely park. Great playground, and baseball field, and the lake has a paved track that is 0.8 miles all the way around. It is wheelchair and stroller accessible. The little squirrels are super friendly and curious, a couple quite brave looking for handouts.

★★★★★ — Chandra , May 2025

We took our students on a community outing today. We do this every year and they always have fun. There is a large picnic area that can be reserved. There are play areas for kids. The lake has a dock and a trail that goes around the lake. There are bathrooms, but they are typical park bathrooms.

★★★★★ — Bronwyn , Jun 2025

Very nice walking park. There's lots of areas around the lake that you can pull off. I even saw a gentleman fishing today! The park was very busy with kids playing, people jogging, dogs walking and more. Highly recommend this park! We will be back.

★★★★★ — Andrew , May 2025

Bradley Lake Park is our favorite place to walk and unwind. We visit several times a week because it offers not only the beauty of nature but also a serene, almost zen atmosphere.

★★★★★ — Anita , Nov 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 2,801 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 12 mentions

“Beautiful park with almost everything, playground, trail, lake, bathrooms, picnic area and tons of grass.”

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Stroller / ADA accessible 5 mentions

“Great playground including an accessible one that all kids can enjoy.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 5 mentions

“Early April at Bradley Lake Park—cherry blossoms in full bloom 🌸 Not crowded at all, perfect for a walk or some photos!”

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🚻 Restrooms 4 mentions

“Beautiful park with almost everything, playground, trail, lake, bathrooms, picnic area and tons of grass.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 4 mentions

“Great park to take the dog on a walk, do a little fishing in the stocked lake, a playground for the kids, and wide open grass area to chill out and relax.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 3 mentions

“great highly maintained baseball fields and nice paved walkways which are good for walking and cross country and other activities.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 2 mentions

“The amenities were outstanding, just be sure to time your visit right to find easy parking (it is very popular).”

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Plan your run at Bradley Lake 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
  • 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.
  • Websitepuyallupwa.gov
  • Phone(253) 841-5457
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 6 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–8 PM
Thursday 6 AM–8 PM
Friday 6 AM–8 PM
Saturday 6 AM–8 PM
Sunday 6 AM–8 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Bradley Lake Park

531 31st Ave SE, Puyallup, WA 98374

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.