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Hemenway Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,522 Google reviews · Running trail in Boulder City, Nevada · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Hemenway 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.
Small city park with tennis & basketball courts, a playground, picnic shelters & views of Lake Mead.
What runners say about Hemenway Park
“It’s incredibly well-maintained with plenty of green space, clean restrooms, and shaded picnic areas.”
“If you want a place to relax, enjoy also the view of the lake mead in the background with family and friends, please feel free to visit this beautiful place.”
“Hemenway Park, not far from Hoover Dam, is a public park that daily attracts a herd of big horn sheep from nearby hills to munch on the lawn and rest in the shade.”
“This definitely doesn’t feel like Vegas — the atmosphere is calm, inviting, and perfect for just sitting back and enjoying the scenery.”
This it’s a unique park in Boulder City, very quiet and calm place where you can enjoy the natural beauty of wildlife animals that are around you enjoying their freedom and people around them without running away.
Perched gently atop a hill, the park feels like a hidden vantage point designed for quiet wonder. From its grassy slopes, the lake stretches out below in a calm, shimmering expanse, setting the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable scene: mountain goats grazing unhurriedly, their presence both serene and quietly…
What a great park to visit! The view of the water is absolutely beautiful, with plenty of green grass 💚 and a nice walking trail to explore. The park itself is a bit dated and could use some updates, but that didn’t take away from the experience.
Hemenway Park in Boulder City might be the town’s most enjoyable attraction that tops even some of the spectacles of the nearby Las Vegas Strip. Hemenway Park, not far from Hoover Dam, is a public park that daily attracts a herd of big horn sheep from nearby hills to munch on the lawn and rest in the shade.
Trail conditions & character
“If you want a place to relax, enjoy also the view of the lake mead in the background with family and friends, please feel free to visit this beautiful place.”
“Whether you are traveling with kids (the playground is great) or just looking for a peaceful break from the Las Vegas Strip, this is the perfect spot.”
“Hemenway Park, not far from Hoover Dam, is a public park that daily attracts a herd of big horn sheep from nearby hills to munch on the lawn and rest in the shade.”
“The green lawns were neatly kept, the restrooms were spotless, and there were shaded picnic spots that made it easy to sit, relax, and enjoy the surroundings.”
“There's limited, angled, parking on the streets and a lot here as well.”
“It's a peaceful, unique, and entirely free experience that feels miles away from the neon lights of Vegas.”
Plan your run at Hemenway Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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
- 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 trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitebcnv.org
- Phone(702) 293-9256
- Social Instagram · 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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