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Irene Rinehart Riverfront Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 846 Google reviews · Running trail in Ellensburg, Washington · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
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- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Irene Rinehart Riverfront 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.
Public park with boat facilities, a swimming area, a picnic shelter, restrooms & trails.
What runners say about Irene Rinehart Riverfront Park
“Very clean well maintained trails!”
“Very beautiful place to hang out at or go swimming at or even to have a barbecue at 100% Recommend you to visit this place for the 4th of July”
“Was here during a weekday between college terms and enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and the flowing water.”
“Great family friendly River park.”
Love walking here and letting my pup get all her smells in. It’s a relaxing walk.
Beautiful park along I90 with trails along the pond. Water was crystal clear and accessible. Good for family.
Very clean well maintained trails! Pet friendly options minimum 1 mile hike but for beginners it's perfect! We are new here and were pleasantly surprised! Will be back often.
Gorgeous park. Great walking paths, lovely views of the river, and a fun 9 hole disc golf course. Saw lots of birds, frogs, fish, and lots of wild flowers too.
Trail conditions & character
“We take the dogs to the off leash dog park area on the lake and they LOVE it.”
“Very beautiful place to hang out at or go swimming at or even to have a barbecue at 100% Recommend you to visit this place for the 4th of July”
“Only downfall was the bathroom, but that definitely didn't ruin a great day in the sun!”
Plan your run at Irene Rinehart Riverfront 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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — 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.
- Websiteci.ellensburg.wa.us
- Phone+1 509-962-7204
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 5 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 5 am–10 pm |
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