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Gumtree Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 107 Google reviews · Running trail in Tupelo, Mississippi · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- 75 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Gumtree 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.
Athletic fields, green space, picnic areas & a kids' playground are the draw at this community park.
What runners say about Gumtree Park
“Very pleasant and well maintained park.”
We stopped here to let our kids play and stretch while on a road trip. It’s a good park for that purpose. The play equipment was in good condition. There are several basketball courts and a walking/running path. The restrooms were in good shape for a public park. It also felt pretty safe.
Lots of walking and play areas. 2 fenced in basketball areas. Trees are blooming. Restrooms are not yet open, nor are water fountains operational
Nice park with a good sized walking path. Covered basketball court area that are lighted. Play area and picnic spots.
A great park for family fun!! Covered basketball courts, walking, and running paths.
Trail conditions & character
“Restrooms are not yet open, nor are water fountains operational”
“Restrooms are not yet open, nor are water fountains operational”
Plan your run at Gumtree Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- Distance75 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- 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 trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitetupeloparksandrec.org
- Phone+1 662-841-6440
- Social 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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