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Horizon View Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 278 Google reviews · Running trail in Lake Forest Park, Washington · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Horizon View 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.
Park with tennis courts, a basketball court, a batting area, a playground, and picnic tables.
What runners say about Horizon View Park
“The big grassy field, tidy play area, and surrounding trees give it a clean, welcoming vibe, and the whole space feels well‑kept without being overdesigned.”
“On a good day, you can see beautiful horizon and sunset and even mountain Ranier.”
Nice park, pet friendly with trails. Kids really enjoyed. Mt rainier and cascade views on clear days. Also nice sunset place too.
Great park with lots to keep kids occupied. Swings, basketball court, tennis courts, baseball/soccer fields, great stationary train for little ones, and a fun play structure for bigger kids. Park is generally very clean and has good paved walking paths that make for good biking and scooter practice paths for children.
This is one of the unexpected hidden jam spot that people in the neighborhood come and enjoy. You can play sports on the grass ground or let your children run around. If you like walking, you can walk around the fence too. On a good day, you can see beautiful horizon and sunset and even mountain Ranier.
Great views, perfect neighbourhood spot to go for a walk/run or practice a sport. Kids and dogs friendly.
Trail conditions & character
“And even though they don't have a permanent restroom there is a handicapped accessable porta potty.”
“Horizon View Park has that bright, open neighborhood feel where everything is easy to enjoy.”
“It's not very big and the parking lot can get crowded but the layout makes it feel very spacious.”
“There's one main loop that goes around the playground, basketball court, field and tennis courts.”
“They have tennis courts and a little one could easily learn to improve their bike riding skills if not to busy on the paved path with its twists, turns, and elevation gains.”
“They have tennis courts and a little one could easily learn to improve their bike riding skills if not to busy on the paved path with its twists, turns, and elevation gains.”
“I love that that water fountain has both a bottle refill spot and a pet fountain.”
Plan your run at Horizon View 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
- 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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitecityoflfp.gov
- Phone+1 206-368-5440
- Social Instagram
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–7 pm |
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