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Lake Meridian Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 2,764 Google reviews · Running trail in Kent, Washington · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Lake Meridian 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.
City park with a playground, picnic shelters & lighted paths, plus swimming & a boat launch.
What runners say about Lake Meridian Park
“The park's well-maintained trails and tranquil surroundings create an inviting atmosphere for relaxation and exercise.”
“Whether you're seeking a serene place for a leisurely walk or a picturesque spot for photography, this park has it all.”
“Whether you're seeking a serene place for a leisurely walk or a picturesque spot for photography, this park has it all.”
Allows motorized boating. Nice playground. Beautifully landscaped, areas for fishing, a boat launch and of course the designated, reasonably warm, swimming area. There's newer permanent BBQ grills and a big covered eating area with picnic tables....yes there are Restrooms. And a paved trail winds around the park..
Lake Meridian Park in Kent provided me with an absolutely amazing experience, and I'm excited to share my 5-star review for this wonderful destination. Whether you're seeking a serene place for a leisurely walk or a picturesque spot for photography, this park has it all.
The park is very nice peaceful has nice restrooms. They have a place where you can put your boat in lake. You can walk your dog. Parking is reasonable they have handicap parking also. great for picnics etc family. also they have a playground. I'm very few pictures only of my favorite what I call my zen boulder.
Very nice location! The parking was tommy and plenty. The landscape design is very fun with the hills. My kids enjoy riding his bike around on the cement walkways. The view is like Lake Washington water front. The kids playground was fun with a spider-man climber i'm not sure what to call it and pirate ship.
Trail conditions & character
“Will bring you out to the boat parking lot or co ti ur to stop signing, making a rigjt and lake entran, and the parking is on your right across from apts in Picture”
“Whether you're seeking a serene place for a leisurely walk or a picturesque spot for photography, this park has it all.”
“Nice public park on the lake with a roped off swimming area, nice restrooms, picnic areas with some covered, playground and beach area for little ones.”
“Whether you're seeking a serene place for a leisurely walk or a picturesque spot for photography, this park has it all.”
Plan your run at Lake Meridian 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
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitekentwa.gov
- Phone(253) 856-5000
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
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