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Little Debbie Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 698 Google reviews · Running trail in Collegedale, Tennessee · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Tree cover
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Little Debbie 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.

PavedOpen 24hShadedScenicDog-friendlyStroller / ADAHillyRestroomsWaterTrailhead parking

Kid-friendly recreational area featuring a playground and a zip line.

What runners say about Little Debbie Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (698 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 12 mentions

“It was well-kept, everyone was very respectful and having a good time, you felt very safe with an occasional cop walking by and being polite, this place is extremely clean.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“What a beautiful place for families, so much to do and plenty of walking paths so bring your bike and football to enjoy a fun day.”

🌳 shaded & cool 6 mentions

“With plenty of shade and thoughtful amenities, it’s a great spot for families to relax and enjoy a day outdoors.”

This is a very nice park. Lots of playground equipment and places in the shade to sit. There are also several swinging benches for adults to use while the kids play. There is a lot of green space and places to walk or ride bikes/scooters. We mainly stopped to see all the Little Debbie statues.

★★★★★ — Adrianna , Apr 2025

This park was a very quick stop since our kids are teenagers. They did like the snack statues and that you could climb on them. We saw a little Debbie truck on the way to the park. We took pics in front of the snacks, dogs were allowed.

★★★★★ — Cinstinna , Jul 2025

This park is absolutely fabulous! It is right off the interstate. Beautiful scenery. Great larger swings for adults. Like a big nice porch swing kind of. Very nice bathrooms. Plenty of picnic tables. Shade. Nice bicycle/walking paths!! And the sweet Little Debbie cake statues top it off!! 😋

★★★★★ — Advkat01 , Aug 2025

Been wanting to see this park and walk around. I’m too old for the playground but the kiddos seemed to love it. Got to see some of the treats incorporated into the theme of the park. The walking paths are paved. Right next to The Commons where a festival was ongoing with arts and crafts. Very enjoyable visit.

★★★★★ — Lee , May 2025

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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.

🚻 Restrooms 7 mentions

“One very large with tables that would be suitable for large groups or parties that even has restrooms.”

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🌳 Shaded / tree cover 6 mentions

“With plenty of shade and thoughtful amenities, it’s a great spot for families to relax and enjoy a day outdoors.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 6 mentions

“The park includes a large playground, pavilions for gatherings of all types, abundant parking, walking trails, and expansive green spaces.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 5 mentions

“What a beautiful place for families, so much to do and plenty of walking paths so bring your bike and football to enjoy a fun day.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 4 mentions

“There are also bench swings, interactive musical instruments, and plenty of open space to slide down hills on cardboard—an unexpected classic that brings out everyone’s inner kid.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 3 mentions

“We took pics in front of the snacks, dogs were allowed.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 2 mentions

“There is also some paved paths for walking, a hill for sledding or rolling down, and wide open grass spaces for picnics and people to enjoy sports.”

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🚰 Water fountains

“I loved the dog water bowls by the drinking fountain.”

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Stroller / ADA accessible

“This park is a wide open park that has lot of accessible, modern playground equipment for kids of all ages.”

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Plan your run at Little Debbie Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
  • 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, water — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websitelittledebbiepark.com
  • Phone+1 423-396-3135

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

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 Little Debbie Park

4698 Swinyar Dr, Collegedale, TN 37363

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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.