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Evansville State Hospital Grounds
4.6 ★★★★★ 139 Google reviews · Running trail in Evansville, Indiana · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Evansville State Hospital Grounds' 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 featuring ducks, geese and squirrels, plus frisbee golf.
What runners say about Evansville State Hospital Grounds
“We love feeding the ducks, flying kites, riding our bikes, and just enjoying this very spacious and well maintained park.”
“Beautiful grounds that include soccer fields, a dog park, an exercise path, as well as a walking or exercise path.”
“Lots of shaded areas, and room to move around with your family.”
“Beautiful, peaceful place to walk, enjoy the weather, feeding the squirrels and ducks, or meditate and read.”
Fantastic City Park in Evansville Indiana - hard to believe that after a decade and a half in the area, I finally took some time to explore the amenities. Fishing, walking trails, disc golf, and tons of nature tucked into a fairly populated area.
I can't speak to the hospital but the grounds are lovely. I walk my dog there sometimes. Low car traffic. Lots of shade.
The Evansville State Hospital Grounds is a great place to get outside and enjoy some fresh air. Whether you’re walking, jogging, or just doing laps, it’s peaceful and well-maintained. I always appreciate how clean and picked up the area is.
Beautiful grounds that include soccer fields, a dog park, an exercise path, as well as a walking or exercise path. We love feeding the ducks, flying kites, riding our bikes, and just enjoying this very spacious and well maintained park.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful grounds that include soccer fields, a dog park, an exercise path, as well as a walking or exercise path.”
“Lots of shaded areas, and room to move around with your family.”
“Beautiful, peaceful place to walk, enjoy the weather, feeding the squirrels and ducks, or meditate and read.”
“Beautiful grounds that include soccer fields, a dog park, an exercise path, as well as a walking or exercise path.”
Plan your run at Evansville State Hospital Grounds
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–7 PM |
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