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Creekside Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 56 Google reviews · Running trail in St Louis Park, Minnesota · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Boardwalk
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Creekside 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.

BoardwalkOpen 24hScenic

Wooded park featuring nature trails, a boardwalk, and canoe/kayak access.

What runners say about Creekside Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (56 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“The area is filled with muskrats, carps, and beautiful singing birds.”

Love this place happened upon it from a work thing. I absolutely love it and the nice serene nature. The boardwalk is nice and lots of animals and insects. Beautiful place to go and journal, run, walk and kayak. Will definitely be a go to place. 🥰

★★★★★ — Sam , Jun 2024

The new boardwalk is very nice. It's not completely finished, but it works. The creek supports a lot of birds, especially ducks and red wing blackbirds.

★★★★★ — Neal , May 2023

This park is a hidden gem next to Methodist Hospital. It’s perfect for a walk to view nature and enjoy some fresh air.

★★★★☆ — Michael , May 2025

I’ve lived near here for almost 4 years and it is my favorite part of living in this area. The walking path takes you around different parts of the park and makes it feel like you’re aware from the city for a while. Love seeing the little critters around being able to breathe in nature for a bit.

★★★★★ — Tamara , Aug 2021

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 56 reviews →

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 6 mentions

“The area is filled with muskrats, carps, and beautiful singing birds.”

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🪵 Boardwalk 4 mentions

“Nice boardwalk and a very peaceful place to walk in the middle of an urban area.”

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Plan your run at Creekside Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
  • 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.
  • Websitestlouisparkmn.gov
  • Phone+1 952-924-2500

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

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 Creekside Park

7341 Oxford St, St Louis Park, MN 55426

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ShadedDog-friendly

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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.