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Jennings Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 232 Google reviews · Running trail in Statesville, North Carolina · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Jennings 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.
Baseball fields and a ropes course are offered at this park with picnic facilities.
What runners say about Jennings Park
“We go for my kids, soccer and baseball games and the playground and fields are always so clean.”
“Additionally, the park boasts scenic walking and biking trails that wind through lush greenery, perfect for a leisurely stroll or an active family outing.”
“But there are absolutely no shade trees to take refuge under when it is hot and sunny.”
“The park now features an array of engaging playhouses designed for children of all ages, ensuring hours of fun and exploration.”
Fantastic Park has undergone exciting renovations, transforming it into a vibrant destination for families. The park now features an array of engaging playhouses designed for children of all ages, ensuring hours of fun and exploration.
Jennings Park is such a great addition to Statesville! The park is very clean, well maintained, and thoughtfully designed for people of all ages. There’s plenty of space to walk, relax, or let kids play, and the sports fields are really nice as well.
Excellent park! The grounds were immaculate and laid out well. From the sport fields to the back trails, the park seemed to have it all. The park had a very nice, playground area for kids, which is great considering it is such a large sport park. The common area was nice as well.
Wonderful new facility with 4 turf soccer fields, 4 baseball fields, restrooms, walking trail, playground, 4 pickleball courts and disc golf course.
Trail conditions & character
“But there are absolutely no shade trees to take refuge under when it is hot and sunny.”
“Wonderful new facility with 4 turf soccer fields, 4 baseball fields, restrooms, walking trail, playground, 4 pickleball courts and disc golf course.”
“Additionally, the park boasts scenic walking and biking trails that wind through lush greenery, perfect for a leisurely stroll or an active family outing.”
“Great park, very nice bathrooms and parking areas.”
Plan your run at Jennings Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteco.iredell.nc.us
- Phone(704) 878-3103
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–8 PM |
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