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Brainerd Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 118 Google reviews · Running trail in Enfield, Connecticut · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Brainerd 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 picnic tables, basketball and softball fields, and a playground.
What runners say about Brainerd Park
“The area is clean and open, making it a relaxing spot for a walk or some fresh air.”
“Although the town tore out more than half of the beautiful pine trees through the years and Ken Nelson's former scam to sell the once donated park to the town.”
“Went to the park with my girlfriend and her daughter and it was very peaceful”
This was a beautifully pine tree park. Now the town over the years has cut down 2/3 of trees.What idiots we have running this town.
My family's favorite local park. Wooded, not vandalized, clean and not over crowded.
Great park to play ball or just let your dog run in the field! Love this place
I had a lovely time at Brainard Park. The area is clean and open, making it a relaxing spot for a walk or some fresh air. The playground looked well maintained, and the park overall feels welcoming for families and dog owners alike. It’s a pleasant neighborhood space that’s easy to enjoy.
Trail conditions & character
“There is a porta potty near one baseball field but I havent found any regular bathrooms so be prepared for that.”
“Went to the park with my girlfriend and her daughter and it was very peaceful”
“Has Ada compliant portable bathroom.”
Plan your run at Brainerd 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
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