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Jefferson Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 914 Google reviews · Running trail in Menasha, Wisconsin · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Jefferson 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 ballfields and playgrounds for kids along the shoreline of the Winnebago River.
What runners say about Jefferson Park
“The place is pretty clean and tidy, although watch out for the bird droppings on the grass!”
“Beautiful park, very peaceful watching the water and the boats.”
“Nearby paved trail provides easy walk\bike access to various locations nearby.”
Great for kids and adults. Relaxing and near the water. Public swimming pool nearby. Plenty of space and benches\picnic tables. Nearby paved trail provides easy walk\bike access to various locations nearby. (including Heckrodt Wetland Reserve!
This is an awesome, exciting park right on the lake. Tons of people hanging out, picnic, celebration, walking, jogging, biking, boating, and fishing. So good to see this kind of community in this now digital world. Playground is super nice. Picnic area is awesome, a few with outdoor fireplace. Large shelter.
Best place I ever have visited or will ever visit. I love going here just to get away from life. I feel safe in this park. I don’t know how anyone can’t love a park right in walking distance from a public pool
I have never been to this park before. This park must've been newly renovated! The kids and I love it so much. There's so much to do. The river walk and views are a nice plus.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful park, very peaceful watching the water and the boats.”
“There is a lot of free, off-street parking available as well.”
Plan your run at Jefferson 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 trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitemenashawi.gov
- Phone+1 920-967-3640
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–4 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–4 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–4 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–4 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–4 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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