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Greenfield Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,169 Google reviews · Running trail in Wilmington, North Carolina · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 2 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Greenfield 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.
What runners say about Greenfield Park
“Has true southern flavor with the trees with the Spanish moss hanging down, the beautiful flora and fauna, the birds, cute paddle boats, tennis courts, escape park and pavilions.”
Beautiful, peaceful place for walking, cycling, paddle boating, picnics & a nice playground for the children. There is NO swimming allowed as the lake is home to alligators and poisonous snakes. There are tons of turtles. All best viewed from the many bridges and gazebos sprinkled about the 4 mile path around the lake.
really nice park around a beautiful lake in Wilmington. thoroughly enjoyed it about 4 and 1/2 Mile walk and appears to be continuing. working on bridges and moving paths a little closer to the lake and less residential viewing
One of the most beautiful parks I visited in the area. The turtles were adorable, but it was sad that they were waiting to be fed. Wildlife should not be fed & I wish more people respected that. Apparently people feed the alligators as well, but we didn't see any the day we were there.
Great for putting a few miles in on the bike or walking. Approximately 4-5 miles around. You may see alligators, native birds, squirrels, and plenty other friendly folks enjoying the Greenfield park.
Trail conditions & character
“Has true southern flavor with the trees with the Spanish moss hanging down, the beautiful flora and fauna, the birds, cute paddle boats, tennis courts, escape park and pavilions.”
“There's a nice playground area & restrooms which are clean.”
“Overall, it’s a great spot if you want miles of walkable trails, a good run, or just time outside with your dog.”
“It's mostly flat, and while the trail is paved, there are many places to walk off the trail and explore safely.”
“Easy parking and shady paths to walk around lake.”
“It's mostly flat, and while the trail is paved, there are many places to walk off the trail and explore safely.”
Plan your run at Greenfield Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance2 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitewilmingtonnc.gov
- Phone(910) 341-7855
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