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Lakeside Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 725 Google reviews · Running trail in North Palm Beach, Florida · Dawn to dusk

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Tree cover
Access
Dawn to dusk

Confirmed from Lakeside 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.

ShadedScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

Relaxed spot by the Intracoastal featuring a sandy beach, shaded walks and playground.

What runners say about Lakeside Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (725 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 7 mentions

“The park is clean, easy to access, and has a peaceful vibe that makes it perfect for a quick stop or an afternoon hangout.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 13 mentions

“Very clean and hopefully will remain so with beautiful bleached white sand that feels great under your feet.”

🌳 shaded & cool 6 mentions

“Incredible beach for swimming fishing, benches under a Palm cabana with volleyball court lead you to mangrove like plants that can give you shade.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 12 mentions

“Great place to go to and spend a few hours just enjoying nature and the peace & quiet like you are a long way away.”

🐕 dog-walking favorite 3 mentions

“Very dog friendly, but many are off leash near the water (just a warning).”

We didn't catch any fish which would've made my kiddos day but it's a chill place great vibe and scenery. Walking trails and an beach liley area to take yourself a lil dip if youd lile too. Will recommend 👌🏿 👍🏿

★★★★☆ — Israelgilbert , May 2022

Great spot to catch morning sunrise, go for a walk or take the kids to play on their jungle gyms and small beach. Plenty of dog walkers here too for our furry friends. There are picnic tables, benches and basketball courts as well as open grass areas. It really is a beautiful park.

★★★★★ — Jamie , Feb 2024

Great little park hidden unless you're a local. Parking area for maybe 12-15 cars, a great walking path that goes from one end of the park to the other. You can walk along the sandy beach in complete solitude as there is nobody around. You can watch the boats go by in the intracoastal waterway.

★★★★★ — Bryan , Jan 2024

Very beautiful, quiet park and beach on the intracoastal waterway. The sand is white and fine, and there are a lot of trees for shade along water. The only downside is that there is no public restroom available.

★★★★☆ — Andrea , Jan 2020

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 725 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🐕 Dog-friendly 21 mentions

“They accept dogs on a leash of course, they even have a small Marina nearby and also a very cute lookout point.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 16 mentions

“The view over the water is beautiful — perfect for sitting, unwinding, or taking photos.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 10 mentions

“Great place to go to and spend a few hours just enjoying nature and the peace & quiet like you are a long way away.”

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🌳 Shaded / tree cover 6 mentions

“Incredible beach for swimming fishing, benches under a Palm cabana with volleyball court lead you to mangrove like plants that can give you shade.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“Parking area for maybe 12-15 cars, a great walking path that goes from one end of the park to the other.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“There are no public bathrooms and they do not accept parties of over 25 people.”

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Plan your run at Lakeside 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
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitevillage-npb.org
  • Phone(561) 841-3386
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 9 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–7 PM
Thursday 9 AM–7 PM
Friday 9 AM–7 PM
Saturday 9 AM–7 PM
Sunday 9 AM–7 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Lakeside Park

667 Lakeside Dr, North Palm Beach, FL 33408

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.