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Drost Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 610 Google reviews · Running trail in Maryville, Illinois · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Drost 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.
Kid-friendly park featuring a lake and gardens with hiking and biking trails. Picnic tables and pavilions are sprinkled throughout, and a playground, fishing access and a dog park are also available.
What runners say about Drost Park
“There’s playgrounds, pickleball, restrooms, well maintained sidewalks, and plenty of birds and squirrels to feed while you walk around the lake.”
“It’s highly recommended for anyone in the Maryville area seeking a clean, beautiful, and deeply relaxing spot to reconnect with family and enjoy the outdoors.”
“It strikes a wonderful balance between offering amenities and maintaining a peaceful, uncrowded atmosphere that makes every visit feel like a genuine escape.”
Beautiful park with biking/walking trails, a small lake and a playground for the kids. There are several picnic areas with grills. Benches are tucked away everywhere so you can find the perfect spot to watch the ducks, geese and squirrels that make this park their home. It's a great place to spend a lazy afternoon.
It is a hidden gem many people dont know about who live in the area. They have a free fishing lake (get a state license) with a boat ramp. They have a fantastic playgrounds, good bathrooms. Did i mention the one playground has a rubber flooring.
Drost Park: A Cozy Maryville Gem Drost Park in Maryville, Illinois, truly is a cozy local gem and the perfect spot for low-key, quality family time. It strikes a wonderful balance between offering amenities and maintaining a peaceful, uncrowded atmosphere that makes every visit feel like a genuine escape.
Great activities for the kids! Workout stations and walking trail are perfect! Great place to fish and even yolo board
Trail conditions & character
“It’s highly recommended for anyone in the Maryville area seeking a clean, beautiful, and deeply relaxing spot to reconnect with family and enjoy the outdoors.”
“There’s playgrounds, pickleball, restrooms, well maintained sidewalks, and plenty of birds and squirrels to feed while you walk around the lake.”
“It strikes a wonderful balance between offering amenities and maintaining a peaceful, uncrowded atmosphere that makes every visit feel like a genuine escape.”
“There’s a lake with lots of pavilions around and a paved trail that goes around the whole park.”
“It's a beautiful park with a water fountain as well as some goats, a peacock, and a couple other animals.”
Plan your run at Drost Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitevil.maryville.il.us
- Phone+1 618-345-7028
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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