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LeFleur's Bluff State Park Mayes Lake

4.5 ★★★★★ 1,731 Google reviews · Running trail in Jackson, Mississippi · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Mixed
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Tree cover
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from LeFleur's Bluff State Park Mayes Lake'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.

MixedShadedScenicFlat & fastRestroomsQuiet

A 305-acre park of lakes, forests & fields that offers camping, fishing & a 9-hole golf course.

What runners say about LeFleur's Bluff State Park Mayes Lake

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (1,731 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 6 mentions

“Although old it seems to be very well maintained as everything in the bathroom/shower house and campsite were in working condition.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 11 mentions

“It is rare that my beautiful bride is off on a Saturday so, we took advantage of it and rode the museum trail.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 6 mentions

“The park is well-maintained, peaceful, and perfect for walking, biking, or just spending some quiet time outdoors.”

Nice shaded SP. Over half of the sites back up to the lake with excellent views. It has one washer and dryer at $2 each. Spot 15-17 are big rig friendly ( 45'). However, 17 has a low spot that accumulates water and stays wet.

★★★★★ — Derrick , Jun 2025

Loved the trails! I only gave 4 stars because the fact I was confused about where my dog could go. I had to bring him back home and then go back to finish the trail. Had a great time with my daughter 😄

★★★★☆ — Michelle , Sep 2025

Qo perfume place for large gatherings. Remember, it is the great outdoors. Wear insect repellent and be prepared to fish and walk. Enjoy.

★★★★★ — Varnessa , Jul 2025

LeFleur’s Bluff State Park is a great place to relax and enjoy nature right in the middle of Jackson. The park is well-maintained, peaceful, and perfect for walking, biking, or just spending some quiet time outdoors. The trails are easy to follow, and the lake adds a nice scenic touch to the whole experience.

★★★★★ — Mo , Jan 2026

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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.

🏞️ Scenic views 13 mentions

“It is rare that my beautiful bride is off on a Saturday so, we took advantage of it and rode the museum trail.”

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🚻 Restrooms 6 mentions

“Although old it seems to be very well maintained as everything in the bathroom/shower house and campsite were in working condition.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 6 mentions

“The park is well-maintained, peaceful, and perfect for walking, biking, or just spending some quiet time outdoors.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 3 mentions

“It was level and about 2/3rds of the site pad is concrete with the remaining portions gravel.”

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🌳 Shaded / tree cover 3 mentions

“(See review following) Our site and the entire campground had huge gorgeous trees that provide awesome shade.”

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Flat & fast 3 mentions

“It was level and about 2/3rds of the site pad is concrete with the remaining portions gravel.”

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🪨 Crushed gravel / limestone 2 mentions

“It was level and about 2/3rds of the site pad is concrete with the remaining portions gravel.”

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Plan your run at LeFleur's Bluff State Park Mayes Lake

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
  • 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
  • Websitemdwfp.com
  • Phone(601) 987-3923
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 8 AM–5 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 8 AM–5 PM
Thursday 8 AM–5 PM
Friday 8 AM–5 PM
Saturday 8 AM–5 PM
Sunday 8 AM–5 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 LeFleur's Bluff State Park Mayes Lake

3315 Lakeland Terrace, Jackson, MS 39216

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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.