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Island Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 278 Google reviews · Running trail in Alpena, Michigan · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Island 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.
Surrounded by a nature reserve, this undeveloped island is reached by a footbridge.
What runners say about Island Park
“You cross over the beautiful wooden covered bridge, and it's like you've entered a different realm.”
“The walk around island is nice and mostly shaded, stairs and slight inclines.”
“The trails are incredibly well-maintained and offer a perfect, peaceful stroll.”
Nice park to have a walk. A variety of trails to choose from. The bridge leading to the island is really nice. Lots of different trees in the park.
Beautiful little nature sanctuary that's an island in downtown Alpena. There is a parking lot and a walking bridge to cross. There are hiking trails, overlooks, fishing and birding sites, and we saw deer
Found a rare summer bloomer called Ghost Pipe! Beautiful trails and a magnificent variety of wildlife.
Island Park in Alpena is an absolute sanctuary! Tucked away in the middle of the city, this place feels like a true escape from the world. You cross over the beautiful wooden covered bridge, and it's like you've entered a different realm. The trails are incredibly well-maintained and offer a perfect, peaceful stroll.
Trail conditions & character
“You cross over the beautiful wooden covered bridge, and it's like you've entered a different realm.”
“The trails are incredibly well-maintained and offer a perfect, peaceful stroll.”
“The walk around island is nice and mostly shaded, stairs and slight inclines.”
“One of these paths is paved and handicap accessible; with the remainders being dirt paths sometimes improved with wood chips.”
“In the summer there are kayak rentals and a portable bathroom.”
Plan your run at Island Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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 — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitealpena.mi.us
- Phone+1 989-354-1700
- Social Facebook
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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