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Harrods Hill Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 229 Google reviews · Running trail in Lexington, Kentucky · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Harrods Hill 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.
12.5-acre park with a playground & hiking/biking paths, plus athletic fields/courts & picnic tables.
What runners say about Harrods Hill Park
“The park is absolutely gorgeous and the playground is well maintained.”
“The main for feature for me is a wide open field surround by beautiful trees.”
“There is a very long shaded walking path that is perfect for long walks on really sunny hot days.”
Small park that gets a lot of use, as it has a large green space with some old soccer goals surrounded by a 3/8 mile path. There's also a busy play area for younger kids and a basketball court. No restroom facilities except a portapotty, though there is a water fountain by the basketball court.
Such a great park for all ages. Paved walking path good for bikes, scooters, roller skates and more. Soccer fields great climbing trees. Basketball and playground
Could use a permanent restroom and baby changing area, but the ambiance and playground equipment is great for younger kids. Walking trails are a big bonus!
Great park for walking. There is a very long shaded walking path that is perfect for long walks on really sunny hot days.
Trail conditions & character
“There is a very long shaded walking path that is perfect for long walks on really sunny hot days.”
“Could use a permanent restroom and baby changing area, but the ambiance and playground equipment is great for younger kids.”
“No restroom facilities except a portapotty, though there is a water fountain by the basketball court.”
“Paved walking path good for bikes, scooters, roller skates and more.”
Plan your run at Harrods Hill Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
- Websitelexingtonky.gov
- Phone+1 859-288-2900
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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