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Duncan Woods
4.8 ★★★★★ 330 Google reviews · Running trail in Grand Haven, Michigan · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Duncan Woods' 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.
City park featuring 40 acres of forest land next to a cemetery with hiking trails & wildlife.
What runners say about Duncan Woods
“Beautiful place to enjoy a walk and very well maintained.”
“Beautiful mature trees including Beech, white pines, and red oaks.”
“Dog-friendly trails, but they must be leashed.”
Duncan Woods is a great park in the heart of Grand Haven, offering 40 acres of old growth woods, hiking trails, sledding, Geocaching, and the chance to walk through the deer habitat after they walk through your backyard and eat your garden.
Amazing trails. We went this morning. It was about 80° but it was so shaded it was amazing in the trails. And a huge plus, it wasn't swarming with bugs. We didn't see it at first, but then realized it was a trail park so that was really an exciting this to stumble upon.
Great walk through the woods. The first time through, we took the paved path the majority of the way through the woods to get to the beach at the Grand Haven State Park. On the way back, I took some other trails. Some hills, but nothing to strenuous.
Very beautiful park nestled in the west side of Grand Haven. Great colors in the fall. The walking path connects with the cemetery on the west end, which is also a great place to walk. Nice place to forget about the hectic pace of life and reconnect with nature.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful mature trees including Beech, white pines, and red oaks.”
“Has an incredible paved pathway throughout the majority of the main part of the park with plenty of off-peist pathways to take off and explore.”
“We also found some unexpected wildlife watching us from the trees above :) There is one handicap accessible porta potty in the parking lot.”
“We also found some unexpected wildlife watching us from the trees above :) There is one handicap accessible porta potty in the parking lot.”
“We also found some unexpected wildlife watching us from the trees above :) There is one handicap accessible porta potty in the parking lot.”
Plan your run at Duncan Woods
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- 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.
- Websitegrandhaven.org
- Phone+1 616-847-3493
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 |
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