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Dudley Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 391 Google reviews · Running trail in Athens, Georgia · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Dudley 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.
This 24-acre tract of tranquil woods & fields features several picnic tables & a BBQ grill.
What runners say about Dudley Park
“Beautiful green space with connecting trails to downtown and towards the Eastside.”
This is my new favorite park at the moment. Located right at the edge of downtown Athens, it’s the perfect place to stop for a short walk through the woods or a nice stroll on the greenway by the North Oconee River. Both routes lead to a lovely green space with covered picnic tables and restrooms.
Pretty park with a mostly paved walkway. I took the stroller and it worked out well. A walk along side the river. There is NO playground. There were rock boulders stacked that my child was able to play on until the fire ants came out. There was a flower structure for decor and some benches under it.
Very nice beautiful park. Big rocks to either read or have a picnic on. Lovely water and nice and calm atmosphere. Great place to job or walk. Couple of hills but nothing challenging
Fabulous paved trails near downtown Athens. Great spot for walking running or biking.
Trail conditions & character
“There isn't a complete path to the REM murmur bridge and signage but it's view able as to how to get there from the sidewalk near oak/occonnee.”
“Overall, it's very easy to find parking and there's plenty of space for walking and playing sports.”
“It leads over to the Firefly Trail head and is very well shaded with wide open paved spaces to walk.”
“It’s a great place to take a casual stroll or walk your dog!”
“Both routes lead to a lovely green space with covered picnic tables and restrooms.”
“I took the stroller and it worked out well.”
Plan your run at Dudley Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- 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
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteaccgov.com
- Phone+1 706-613-3620
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–7 pm |
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