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Ethan Allen Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 366 Google reviews · Running trail in Burlington, Vermont · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Ethan Allen 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.
Large, scenic historic area with shady trees & many trails, plus the Ethan Allen tower.
What runners say about Ethan Allen Park
“The paths were well-maintained, and the entire hike was pleasant and relaxing, perfect for unwinding amidst the beauty of Vermont’s natural landscape.”
“Ethan Allen Park is a beautiful, peaceful escape nestled in the heart of Burlington, offering acres of natural woodland and serene trails perfect for a relaxing nature hike.”
“Ethan Allen Park is a beautiful, peaceful escape nestled in the heart of Burlington, offering acres of natural woodland and serene trails perfect for a relaxing nature hike.”
“It was a walk of choice, there was steep stone woodland walking trails, along with an easy trail walk with resting boards across the trails up to the tower.”
Great views, easy to get to. Main paths are paved, but there's a more narrow, steeper trail that will lead to the tower. Definitely go up it and check out the view, it's breathtaking. The tower is also pretty close to the entrance so you don't have to walk through the whole park if you don't want to.
Nice trails right near downtown. The tower is definitely worth the hike, paved some of the way.
It was a walk of choice, there was steep stone woodland walking trails, along with an easy trail walk with resting boards across the trails up to the tower. Which is super cool. Only had my phone for photos but it really was a breaktaking view from the top of the tower.
Very beautiful and peaceful. Nice trails to walk and bicycle. Panoramic view of the lake from the tower which is a short hike from the parking area. Playground at parking area, my grand children loved it.
Trail conditions & character
“Ethan Allen Park is a beautiful, peaceful escape nestled in the heart of Burlington, offering acres of natural woodland and serene trails perfect for a relaxing nature hike.”
“Ethan Allen Park is a beautiful, peaceful escape nestled in the heart of Burlington, offering acres of natural woodland and serene trails perfect for a relaxing nature hike.”
“It was a walk of choice, there was steep stone woodland walking trails, along with an easy trail walk with resting boards across the trails up to the tower.”
“It's a smoke free park and dogs must be on a leash.”
“A wheel chair couldn't get to the tower but there is a paved path, I would imagine you would need some good muscles to push.”
“From the parking lot, it was just a short walk to the tower, and from there, an easy stroll to the pinnacle.”
Plan your run at Ethan Allen 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.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteburlingtonvt.gov
- Phone+1 802-864-0123
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 5 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 5 am–9 pm |
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