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DeNelsky Park
4.1 ★★★★☆ 25 Google reviews · Running trail in Indianola, Iowa · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from DeNelsky 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.
What runners say about DeNelsky Park
“Peaceful small park with a picnic table and grill.”
Great for walking dog and getting away from it all for a minute a hidden gem.
It is secluded and out of the way so there is more than enough privacy. It's not a park in like the traditional sense because it has no park equipment but does offer good trails and if you don't mind getting back to nature, this is the park for you. Just watch out for any Frid Riddles out there past a certain hour.
Love this quiet park. Its has natural trails, open fields and wooded areas too. Great for dog walking or even some light mountain biking on the trails.
Trail conditions & character
“Great for walking dog and getting away from it all for a minute a hidden gem.”
“Peaceful small park with a picnic table and grill.”
Plan your run at DeNelsky 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteindianolaiowa.gov
- Phone+1 515-961-9420
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 |
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