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Fox River Parkway South
4.6 ★★★★★ 196 Google reviews · Running trail in Waukesha, Wisconsin · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Fox River Parkway South'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.
Scenic 63-acre riverside parkway offering hiking, sports fields & ice skating rinks & a picnic area.
What runners say about Fox River Parkway South
“The grounds are very well maintained with outstanding picnic areas with ample facilities, grilling stations, park benches and volleyball areas.”
“It was a beautiful day but we were undercover also a large Grill and natural fireplace and clean restrooms”
“The park is a fun for children of all ages as there are many swings and slides for them to make merry.”
The sunsets are photographing delight ! The Fox River criss crosses while you enjoy biking, jogging or just leisurely walking towards or away from the Fox River PKWY SO Park. The park is a fun for children of all ages as there are many swings and slides for them to make merry.
Just recently discovered this park and my whole family loves it. There's a nature play area for kids where there's a huge double slide built in a hill. There's unique things for the kids to play on and there's a sand area so bring sand toys! The trail is so peaceful to walk/jog on and bathrooms are very clean!
Great place to observe nature, spacious, plenty of trails and a very nice place to have family gatherings, corporate picnics etc. The grounds are very well maintained with outstanding picnic areas with ample facilities, grilling stations, park benches and volleyball areas.
Well kept walking and biking trail along the Fox River. It can be a little crowded for biking during "dog walking time", but most folks are courteous. There are cranes, ducks, geese, and turtles around the ponds if you care to explore.
Trail conditions & character
“It was a beautiful day but we were undercover also a large Grill and natural fireplace and clean restrooms”
“It was a beautiful day but we were undercover also a large Grill and natural fireplace and clean restrooms”
“Parking is tricky, be sure to read the signs, you will likely have to park on Highpoint Lane.”
Plan your run at Fox River Parkway South
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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitewaukesha-wi.gov
- Phone(262) 524-3737
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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