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Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 413 Google reviews · Running trail in Goshen, Kentucky · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- 9.5 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve'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.
Wooded space featuring playground equipment plus native gardens, dog-friendly trails and picnic spots.
What runners say about Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve
“The trails are gardens are exceptionally well-kept and the abundance of wildlife and plants surprises me every time I am there.”
“They have a log and rock "Parkour course" (if you don't know what that is ask any kid that plays roblox) This was so much fun, such a beautiful landscape.”
“The park is also really family-friendly with lots of space for kids to explore and have fun.”
We was there today for their 17th annual Haunted Hike and it was so fun the boys enjoyed it 👻🎃
Trails great for all ages. Like how they spray painted exposed hazardous tree roots orange on the main waterfall trail, genius! Personally, rate these trails as easy and a great way to get your heart rate up without getting out of breath.
A lovely place with some easy hiking trails and a lot of animals to see. Family friendly with a playground, garden, a frog pond and other features. Definitely recommend!
Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve, situated in Goshen, KY, spans 170 acres and offers a diverse natural landscape that includes nine miles of trails, a woodland garden, and wetlands. The preserve is designed to be accessible for all visitors, featuring a large playground that caters to families.
Trail conditions & character
“Wonderful place to hike and run, moderately difficult trails with plenty of different paths to choose with easier traks as well, beautiful landscape.”
“Several wooded trails, woodland native gardens, picnic pavilion, bird feeder observation window, and frog pond are among a few of my favorite things to do and see at the preserve.”
“The preserve is designed to be accessible for all visitors, featuring a large playground that caters to families.”
Plan your run at Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- Distance9.5 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitecreaseymahannaturepreserve.org
- Phone(502) 228-4362
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8 PM |
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