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Clothier Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 227 Google reviews · Running trail in Independence, Missouri · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Distance
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Shade
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Access
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Confirmed from Clothier 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.

RestroomsTrailhead parking

Relaxed park, popular with families, offering a playground and exercise equipment.

What runners say about Clothier Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (227 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

Nice park. I see a lot of people walking the track but the exercise equipment is in good shape & relevant to today. The playground has just enough for kids to be interested. Plenty of easy parking.

★★★★★ — Joey , Dec 2021

An almost exotic piece of land to find in the midst of independence Missouri. A fairly decent outdoor exercise area aimed at accommodation of the majority, encompassed by a satisfactory walking track and an excellent ensemble of jungle gym style equipment for the kiddos along with swings and basketball court.

★★★★☆ — Ddarkest , Oct 2019

Nice little park for kiddos 5+. The equipment was good, but it's a little difficult for younger children. Simple, relaxing go to area for some excercising or just to use some energy. There's a walking sidewalk path around the play area and the park.

★★★★☆ — Sarai , May 2025

Nice day has a great walking track. Kids can enjoy basketball court and swings. They also have a gym equipment outside. All the people seemed really friendly. I felt safe. This area looks much nicer it's close to the independence Power and Light offices that are brand new.

★★★★☆ — L , Mar 2019

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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.

🅿️ Trailhead parking 5 mentions

“😊 parking is along side a less frequented access road to the utility company but other than that The vibe is peaceful.”

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🚻 Restrooms 3 mentions

“Also, I don't think there are bathrooms, but businesses with nice facilities are close by.”

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Plan your run at Clothier 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
  • Websiteindependencemo.gov
  • Phone+1 816-325-7370

Hours

Monday 6 am–10 pm
Tuesday 6 am–10 pm
Wednesday 6 am–10 pm
Thursday 6 am–10 pm
Friday 6 am–10 pm
Saturday 6 am–10 pm
Sunday 6 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 Clothier Park

17220 Medical Center Pkwy, Independence, MO 64057

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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.