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Jefferson Park Outdoor Amphitheater
4.2 ★★★★☆ 71 Google reviews · Running trail in Texarkana, Arkansas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Jefferson Park Outdoor Amphitheater'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 featuring a large space for kids and an area with obstacles for dogs.
What runners say about Jefferson Park Outdoor Amphitheater
“Clean and safe for my dog to run around at the dog park”
“I could go there to find serene peacefulness and fitness when I needed to.”
“It's good to bring your kids to and walk the dog”
Jefferson park has a very kid friendly environment. Plenty of room for the little one to run and play. Located next to AHS.
Trail conditions & character
“However, I would suggest not leaving water bowls out, as having multiple dogs drinking from a communal bowl isn't the healthiest option.”
“I could go there to find serene peacefulness and fitness when I needed to.”
“It might be better to install an inexpensive water fountain, which would help reduce the mosquito population in the area!”
Plan your run at Jefferson Park Outdoor Amphitheater
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 trailheadwater — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitetexarkanaparks.recdesk.com
- Phone(870) 779-4964
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–11 PM |
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