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Buffalo Soldiers Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Running trail in Lawton, Oklahoma · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 3 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Buffalo Soldiers Trail'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.
What runners say about Buffalo Soldiers Trail
It’s a 3.11 mile trail. If you’re reading this and are walking a dog, bring a bag and clean up after your dog.
I have used this 3 mile track for over 17 years now and it is still my go to for running. Going clockwise can give more of a challenge and counter clockwise is for an easier day. Being on base, it is very convenient if you also live and/or work on base.
Great walking and running course in spring/fall/ temperate days in summer/winter. This is very well put together
Trail conditions & character
Plan your run at Buffalo Soldiers Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance3 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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