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Eastgate Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 89 Google reviews · Running trail in Okemos, Michigan · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Eastgate 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.
Park containing trails for walking, cycling and hiking (some muddy), plus picnic spots.
What runners say about Eastgate Park
“Beautiful, clean, well-maintained park that is adjacent to the Harris Nature Center.”
“Beautiful, clean, well-maintained park that is adjacent to the Harris Nature Center.”
“Very nice extension of the easy trail system from Harrison Nature Center.”
Trails are always well taken care of. Easy to hike through. Plenty of wildflowers and wildlife.
This is a great park with a variety of environments along the trails. There are loops of various lengths that allow for quick 15 minute hikes to 2 hour day hikes. It connects to both Harris Nature Center and Legg via HNC. Highly recommended for anytime of the year.
I gorgeous park with a high and low part for running or walking. It was fun taking a walk here. The wildflowers were so small and fun to photograph.
Just love to trail down this place in every season. Especially right after snow.
Trail conditions & character
“The higher section runs behind some very nice houses and overlooks a lower, swampy area.”
“I would not recommend taking a street bike on to the trail through the woods as the tree roots and sand could be problematic!”
Plan your run at Eastgate Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- Websitemeridian.mi.us
- Phone(517) 853-4000
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–7 PM |
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