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Lois Jackson Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 182 Google reviews · Running trail in Longview, Texas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Lois Jackson 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.
Grassy park offering a playground, hiking/biking trails, racquetball courts & picnic facilities.
What runners say about Lois Jackson Park
“The place is well kept, well lit, safe and the play equipment is top notch.”
“This park has something for folks of all ages.”
Great playground, good for all ages. We really enjoyed our hike along the trail, it did not feel like it was right next to the road. We week definitely come back!
Gorgeous park to take a walk and saw lots of bike riders as there is a trail.
Louis Jackson Park is one of the trailheads for the Paul Boorman trail that connects Loop 281 to Highway 80 running parrallel to Bill Owens. The playground equipment is great for kids 6-12, has a two court racket ball court and a large field for general fun, and of course the trail itself is a major portion of this…
This park has something for folks of all ages. A walking or riding loop around the park that joins a longer trail of about.a mile or so, A hand ball court and modern kids play areas along with a nice pavilion, Parking is a bit limited with about 50 spaces but no restroom facilities on site.
Trail conditions & character
“a mile or so, A hand ball court and modern kids play areas along with a nice pavilion, Parking is a bit limited with about 50 spaces but no restroom facilities on site.”
“We walked out dogs during the Haunted Hay Ride event put on by the City of Longview.”
“I just wish it had a little more shade for the really hot sunny days.”
“Louis Jackson Park is one of the trailheads for the Paul Boorman trail that connects Loop 281 to Highway 80 running parrallel to Bill Owens.”
Plan your run at Lois Jackson Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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
- 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.
- Websitelongviewtexas.gov
- Phone+1 903-237-1270
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Hours
| Monday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–11 pm |
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