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Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,701 Google reviews · Running trail in Milwaukee, Wisconsin · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 3 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Lake 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.
Venerable lakefront park with a golf course, ball fields, nature paths, events & an 1855 lighthouse.
What runners say about Lake Park
“A beautifully kept park with great views overlooking the beach and out to the lake.”
Excellent place to enjoy your day. Several people walking dogs or jogging. Open grassy areas with beautiful views!
First time in Milwaukee. Decided to check out the lighthouse. Very beautiful lighthouse and park. Nice walk down the trails.
It’s a great public park just northeast of downtown Milwaukee with lots of winding paths, views of the lake, historic landmarks including a very impressive lighthouse and bits of preserved Wisconsin woodlands teeming with a variety of birds for those keen on bird watching
This is a beautiful park in the city with walking in a rich history environment. The grounds are open and beautiful and are connected by multiple bike and walking paths.
Trail conditions & character
“What was the most pleasing was that this park allows for many different levels and view of Lake Michigan.”
“A golf course is within as well as paved and unpaved trails.”
“It's a great place to walk your dog, go for a run, walk through some woodsy areas, picnic, take the kids to play, and much more!”
Plan your run at Lake Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance3 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecounty.milwaukee.gov
- Phone+1 414-962-8809
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