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LaPlatte River Nature Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 89 Google reviews · Running trail in Shelburne, Vermont · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from LaPlatte River Nature 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.
Nature preserve featuring trails for walking and hiking that are suitable for children.
What runners say about LaPlatte River Nature Park
“Super easy hiking for my littlest ones but beautiful views nonetheless.”
As long as you're prepared w your boot claws for the icy trails in winter, it's a lovely place to go. Beautiful scenes with every turn of the trail. Best before late summer when the goldenrod is over your head and tries to swallow you up, encroaching from both sides. In spring and early summer is amazing.
This is a beautiful place to walk around, even on a rainy day! I've been back a few times, it is a very very nice local place to explore! The main issue I had though was confusing and inconsistent trail maps and markings, making it difficult to figure out where you are in the park.
What a beautiful place that is so well maintained. From the curious ridged path to the river, to the wide mowed grassy way ringing two enchanting hay fields. Thank you everyone who took a part in creating and maintaining this treasure.
This is a nice place for a small hike or a good walk. The trails are in decent shape and bridges and boardwalks help to keep one's feet dry. I found that the trail signage could be improved,as some are illegible and degraded due to their age. Some additional signage would be helpful here and there also.
Trail conditions & character
“Didn't get to see the whole park by any means but my kiddos loved the creek and waterfall.”
“Lovely nature trail along the river and a great place to go for a walk or bring your dog for a walk!”
“Handicap Parking is available right next to the river for the less able bodied people to enjoy a day at the water as well.”
Plan your run at LaPlatte River Nature Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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 — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteshelburnevt.org
- Phone(802) 985-9551
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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