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Harris Community Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 384 Google reviews · Running trail in Belton, Texas · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 59 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Harris Community 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.
Green space with a basketball court, paths & picnic tables, plus a playground & seasonal splash pad.
What runners say about Harris Community Park
“Really peaceful and tranquil setting with a nice creek running under a picturesque bridge.”
Great trails, fields, playground, and access to the water. Looks like a cool splash pad in the summer too.
This park is beautiful 😍 play ground is Awesome! There is little lake that runs though it an spots you can just chill in the water. Explore it for yourself!! Many lil secrets here!!! If you see any type of Do Not Enter!! Please Respect them.
Beautiful walking paths everyone we passed was very nice we had 4 dogs with us and they enjoyed playing in the water a little lots of people playing in the water and enjoying the bank near the water ! Lots of different areas where you can access the water!
There are lovely walking trails along the river, a very nice playground, and a slash pad open in the summer. Another part across the street (connected by a pathway) has a basketball court, picnic tables, and another playground. There are restrooms on both sides. There are areas along the river for swimming and fishing.
Trail conditions & character
“Plenty of shaded seating, nearby restroom and plenty of entertainment for the kids.”
“There's a paved sidewalk that runs along the creek and lighting for night time.”
“Walking trails, splash pad, covered sitting area, water fountains & bathrooms.”
Plan your run at Harris Community Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance59 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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitebeltontexas.gov
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Hours
| Monday | 10 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–8 pm |
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