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Buttermilk Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 372 Google reviews · Running trail in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
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- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
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- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Buttermilk Creek 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.
Hilly park with 20-acres of lawns, playgrounds, tennis & basketball courts & a sledging slope.
What runners say about Buttermilk Creek Park
“The well-maintained pathways, lush greenery, and thoughtfully placed amenities showcase a commitment to providing a memorable experience for all visitors.”
“I could see families enjoying quality time on the playgrounds, couples strolling hand-in-hand, and fitness enthusiasts jogging along the scenic trails.”
“Peaceful quiet place to bring a book or homework and lay a blanket down and enjoy.”
Nestled in the heart of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, Buttermilk Creek Park is an absolute gem that deserves all the stars in the universe! From the moment I stepped foot in this park, I was captivated by its sheer size, inviting ambiance, and impeccable cleanliness.
Really nice park. They redid the basketball courts and that is set up nice. Large open areas for throwing a football or running around. They do concerts there in summer which is nice. Pretty clean and well used. Great for winter sledding as well
Buttermilk is a great hill to sled. The incline is fun for all ages. My 6 year old son had a blast. There is a gentle incline to walk up the hill after each sledding run and avoid the incoming sledders. They also have a nice set of flood lights located at the top of the hill for sledding after dark.
We were in the area and wanted to relax with Martha, our senior pup. Buttermilk Creek Park was a lucky pick! Very beautiful and peaceful. We laid under the tree in the leaves.... the sunshine and smell of Fall filled our senses. A short walk and some stick catching.
Trail conditions & character
“There's a large sledding hill in the middle of the park that I took the grandkids to in the winter and it is excellent.”
“I could see families enjoying quality time on the playgrounds, couples strolling hand-in-hand, and fitness enthusiasts jogging along the scenic trails.”
“Easy parking without a long walk to the hill.”
“Peaceful quiet place to bring a book or homework and lay a blanket down and enjoy.”
“Clean restrooms are a vital aspect of any enjoyable outing, and Buttermilk Creek Park did not disappoint in this regard.”
Plan your run at Buttermilk Creek 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
- Websitefdl.com
- Phone(920) 923-3010
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–11 PM |
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