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Frame Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 626 Google reviews · Running trail in Waukesha, Wisconsin · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Frame 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.

Lit at nightScenicRestroomsTrailhead parking

City park on the Fox River offering a playground, picnic tables, a volleyball court, and bike trails.

What runners say about Frame Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (626 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“It’s always clean, the river running through it is a great touch, and the trails are perfect for an easy walk.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 7 mentions

“Large, beautiful park with accommodations for just about anyone.”

One of our favorite places in Waukesha. The kids love the playground and then you have the water and ducks to see. Take a walk around frame park on a beautiful sunny day.

★★★★★ — B , Mar 2022

Frame Park is a beautiful park to visit…. We have been frequently visiting Frame Park w/our granddaughters since they were little…. The playground is perfect for little ones…. Taking a stroll of the park is amazing along the Fox River…. Also, riding bikes on the trail is great exercise…

★★★★★ — Tj , Dec 2023

Large, beautiful park with accommodations for just about anyone. Come walk, run, or bike here and you won't be disappointed

★★★★★ — Alan , Jun 2024

Very clean park! Multiple restrooms available. Lots of different playgrounds! Nice walking paths that are separated for pedestrians vs bicycles. 🚴 There is a rental place for bikes and kayaks and paddle boats! Lots of benches and places to sit! There is tons of parking available.

★★★★★ — Twirl , Jun 2024

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 7 mentions

“Large, beautiful park with accommodations for just about anyone.”

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🚻 Restrooms 5 mentions

“A beautiful park with walking paths, restrooms and very clean.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 2 mentions

“There is tons of parking available.”

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💡 Lit for night running

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Plan your run at Frame Park

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.
  • LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • Websitewaukesha-wi.gov
  • Phone(262) 524-3722
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 7 AM–10 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–10 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–10 PM
Thursday 7 AM–10 PM
Friday 7 AM–10 PM
Saturday 7 AM–10 PM
Sunday 7 AM–10 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Frame Park

1200 Frame Park Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.