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Kinston Music Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Running trail in Kinston, North Carolina · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Kinston Music 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 featuring a stage, artwork, and informational displays exploring the area's musical history.
What runners say about Kinston Music Park
“It is very beautiful and a lovely park to visit for African American music history.”
Today was my first trip to Kinston So I had to stop at the Kinston Music Park. It is a small area but very inspiring. When walking around you can learn about the history of music in the Kinston town. There are inspirational lyrics and quotes all over the place to read. And lovely art work to experience.
Plan your run at Kinston Music 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.
- Websiteafricanamericanmusicnc.com
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–8 pm |
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