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Clearview Park

4.1 ★★★★☆ 41 Google reviews · Running trail in Union, Missouri · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Loop distance
9 mi
Shape
Loop
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Clearview 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.

Paved9 miLoopScenicStroller / ADARestroomsWaterTrailhead parking

What runners say about Clearview Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (41 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 14 mentions

“Nice secret off the beaten path area with a short trail leading to a beautiful overlook of the Bourbeuse River.”

Absolutly stunning view. Great place to take sunset pictures. Trail is rough in areas but very accessible. Lots of graffiti unfortunately. It's a nice spot to take time away from the rat race.

★★★★★ — Lisa , Nov 2019

Grew up walking the trail up. Now taking my boy up the trail. It's a short hike with some elevation but trail is taking care off. Always knew the place as lovers leap.

★★★★★ — Steffen , Jul 2019

I have been going here since childhood and I absolutely love it! We used to hike up here and have picnics at the cliffs. We always just called at the cliffs. Now since it's nearby where I live I like to walk the dogs up there and take my son it's a good way to get out I'm just sit and enjoy nature.

★★★★★ — Bo-Me-An-Ka , Apr 2020

I love driving here with my friends and going for a walk up the hill! It is certainly not a perfect trail or a very safe place for kids to be climbing. However, it is great for pictures and a short adventure with friends. Highly recommend checking it out in your free time.

★★★★☆ — Augast , Oct 2022

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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.

🏞️ Scenic views 23 mentions

“Nice secret off the beaten path area with a short trail leading to a beautiful overlook of the Bourbeuse River.”

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🚻 Restrooms

“Another great park in our town with restrooms close by and a great view of the lake across the street.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking

“Parking is just a pull off spot from the road.”

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Stroller / ADA accessible

“Trail is rough in areas but very accessible.”

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🛣️ Paved surface

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🔁 Loop trail

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🚰 Water fountains

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🏃 Long-run distance (5mi+)

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Plan your run at Clearview 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
  • Loop distance9 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
  • 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.
  • Websiteci.union.mo.us
  • Phone+1 636-583-8471
  • Social Facebook

Hours

Monday 7 am–10 pm
Tuesday 7 am–10 pm
Wednesday 7 am–10 pm
Thursday 7 am–10 pm
Friday 7 am–10 pm
Saturday 7 am–10 pm
Sunday 7 am–10 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 Clearview Park

1051 Clearview Dr, Union, MO 63084

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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.