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Glen Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 688 Google reviews · Running trail in River Falls, Wisconsin · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Glen 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.
Established in 1898, this long-standing park boasts picnic and play areas, plus basketball and tennis courts.
What runners say about Glen Park
“Glen Park in River Falls really surprised me at how magnificent and beautiful the many different beautiful landscapes this city park contains right in the heart of River Falls.”
Glen Park in River Falls really surprised me at how magnificent and beautiful the many different beautiful landscapes this city park contains right in the heart of River Falls. The park features a playground and pool recreation area.
Nice place for a walk. The path to the lower falls is quite steep, if you have any mobility issues you may want to stick to the paved paths. The swinging bridge is quite nice.
Date of Visit: 04/26/25 - Love this park, so much to do! This was our first visit and we were impressed by the facilities. Unfortunately, the GPS didn't take us directly to the park, it dropped us in a nearby neighborhood - but the park was easy enough to find from there.
I checked this park out because I was looking for a good place to use my longboard and I found it here! Great trails (super smooth blacktop and cement) throughout the park, pool, playgrounds, and places to gather. You can also check out the Swinging Bridge over the Kinnickinnic River.
Trail conditions & character
“The path to the lower falls is quite steep, if you have any mobility issues you may want to stick to the paved paths.”
“Glen Park in River Falls really surprised me at how magnificent and beautiful the many different beautiful landscapes this city park contains right in the heart of River Falls.”
“Modern restrooms near the pool / playground areas; once you're on the trails, you're on your own for a restroom.”
“A short walk from the parking area takes you to a fabulous pedestrian only bridge.”
“The path to the lower falls is quite steep, if you have any mobility issues you may want to stick to the paved paths.”
Plan your run at Glen 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, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websiterfcity.org
- Phone(715) 425-0924
- Social Instagram
Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 5 AM–11 PM |
Running trails near River Falls
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Kinnickinnic River Trail
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Relaxed, scenic outdoors recreational area featuring hiking trails (some steep, good for sledding) and fishing.
HERITAGE PARK
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City park with a walking path alongside a river, plus wildlife such as geese and ducks.
DeSanctis Park
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Park featuring open space and a playground, plus trails and picnic tables.
Hoffman Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 546 reviews
Park offering baseball & softball fields as well as a playground & camping facilities.
