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Central Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 308 Google reviews · Running trail in Rosemount, Minnesota · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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

Confirmed from Central 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.

PavedStroller / ADARestroomsWaterTrailhead parking

Large park with an amphitheater, a playground and a splash pad, plus a bandshell hosting events.

What runners say about Central Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (308 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

There's a nice playground, walking trail, splash pad, amphitheater, and veteran's memorial. Overall, good park that is well maintained. Lots of things going on in the park throughout the summer.

★★★★★ — Thatcher , Aug 2025

I great splash pad with lots of shade for parents and water for kids! A fun little river and a playground and bathrooms nearby. A nice walking trail starts here too.

★★★★★ — Stephanie , Aug 2023

Great place for kids to play, and for a nice long walk on a paved trail. Splash park doesn't open until June.

★★★★☆ — Shohn , May 2018

I have lived here 25 years and the last time I was on this trail was perhaps 20 years ago. I am so surprised at the beautification of the area and the amazing work that has been done to make this short loop and inviting and quiet place.

★★★★★ — C , Jun 2024

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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.

🚻 Restrooms 6 mentions

“Would have appreciated better access to family bathrooms and if there is already a party under the shelter, there really are no other options.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“There's also a playground on the other side of the parking lot, and a bathroom.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 2 mentions

“Great place for kids to play, and for a nice long walk on a paved trail.”

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🚰 Water fountains

“Swing set, sprinkler park, restrooms and water fountains.”

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Stroller / ADA accessible

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Plan your run at Central 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, water — reported by runners
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websiterosemountmn.gov

Hours

Monday 10 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–8 PM
Thursday 10 AM–8 PM
Friday 10 AM–8 PM
Saturday 10 AM–8 PM
Sunday 10 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 Central Park

2893 145th St W, Rosemount, MN 55068

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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.