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Clifton Terrace Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 182 Google reviews · Running trail in Godfrey, Illinois · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Clifton Terrace 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.
Recreational area featuring picnic areas, a playground and scenic views of the river.
What runners say about Clifton Terrace Park
“Nice Shady quiet park where you can sit at a bench, picnik, read the history on the posters and enjoy a clean bathroom.”
“So take my advice into consideration because maybe you can also benefit from such a beautiful place just as I am.”
“The Park is a great place to use as a trailhead for the Great River biking and running trail.”
“Nice Shady quiet park where you can sit at a bench, picnik, read the history on the posters and enjoy a clean bathroom.”
Nice Shady quiet park where you can sit at a bench, picnik, read the history on the posters and enjoy a clean bathroom. Nice spot to stop while riding on the bike trail along the River Road.
This park is the only real stop along the lengths of the great river road where you can stop have lunch at the park and walk your dogs and kids the scenery is breathtaking of the river and at night it's kind of a cruisey place to meet also
Small park located right near the banks of the Mississippi River. The toilet facilities are clean and modern. The drinking fountains work. The Park is a great place to use as a trailhead for the Great River biking and running trail.
Good place to go , watch boats on the River With a date. There is a Small playground and tables for a picnic. Bike Path also a great area to park and jog or walk. Restrooms and drinking fountain on site.
Trail conditions & character
“The view of the river and the bluffs is tremendous, plus the history of the old wine cellars from the Stiritz winery and hotel.”
“Nice Shady quiet park where you can sit at a bench, picnik, read the history on the posters and enjoy a clean bathroom.”
“The Park is a great place to use as a trailhead for the Great River biking and running trail.”
“Nice Shady quiet park where you can sit at a bench, picnik, read the history on the posters and enjoy a clean bathroom.”
“🚴 There’s plenty of parking, bathrooms, and even water for the dogs.”
Plan your run at Clifton Terrace 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, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteenjoyillinois.com
- Phone(618) 466-3324
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 4 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | 4 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 4 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 4 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 4 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 4 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 4 AM–6 PM |
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