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Brandywine Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,459 Google reviews · Running trail in Wilmington, Delaware · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
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Confirmed from Brandywine 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.
This scenic tract along the river features monuments, attractions, sports fields & a walking path.
What runners say about Brandywine Park
“One of the best things about this zoo is how clean and well maintained everything is.”
“The zoo is located inside the beautiful Brandywine Park area, which makes the visit even more enjoyable.”
“Great for picnic, photography, jogging, running, dog walking etc.”
“This park is very quiet, and in the opinion of this New Yorker, I found it safe.”
“quiet and a great place to bring the kids or dogs to walk, play, ride bikes or just sit on the rocks by the water and just read.”
One of my favorite parks bike run walk or what ever plenty of things to do nearby quant zoo nearby good food and drinks in a lovely area if the zoo has brew go people are friendly and lots of interesting intelligent conversations and music
This is a well maintained, peaceful and beautiful park. Great for picnic, photography, jogging, running, dog walking etc.. The large and amazing place has got a nice feel, it’s so refreshing to walk around here. Spring has made the park even more beautiful 🤩. The cherry blossom was awesome as well.
I walked around this beautiful little park a couple of times this past weekend while visiting the area. This park is well maintained, and the scenery here is absolutely stunning. There is also a cute little zoo that is great for little kids.
Nice 2 mile loop around the river to walk or run directly opposite the Brandywine Zoo. Additional wooded trails. It's safe, scenic and well maintained, even in winter. Ample free parking. Each season offers beautiful scenery. Dog friendly. Picnic spots and benches around the loop. Highly recommend.
Trail conditions & character
“With views of the river, fountains and a rose garden, the peace and beauty of this place is not to be missed!”
“This park is very quiet, and in the opinion of this New Yorker, I found it safe.”
“There's also some pretty good food places within walking distance/short drive and street parking after 6pm is free in the area!”
“This festival was pet friendly, and people respected the suggestion to only bring dogs who can handle being around a lot of people.”
“Nice 2 mile loop around the river to walk or run directly opposite the Brandywine Zoo.”
“The one thing I found a little odd was that the park had no restrooms around the perimeter.”
“I saw several people in wheelchairs, families with strollers—and the only time it felt like a struggle was exiting the event and going uphill to the street where we parked.”
Plan your run at Brandywine 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, 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.
- Websitedestateparks.com
- Phone+1 302-577-7020
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–8 pm |
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