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Mahr Park Arboretum
4.8 ★★★★★ 294 Google reviews · Running trail in Madisonville, Kentucky · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Mahr Park Arboretum'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.
Well-maintained park featuring playgrounds, disc golf and picnic pavilions alongside lakes and ponds.
What runners say about Mahr Park Arboretum
“This park is well kept and I pray that everyone will share in the efforts of cleaning behind themselves to ensure the park continues to thrive for many years to come.”
“Absolutely beautiful ❤️ Picnic pavilions, playground for kids, dog park, and both paved and unpaved paths, and a lake (no swimming).”
Mahr Park’s got game! Beautiful course with rolling terrain, tricky lines, and just the right amount of challenge. Every hole kept us on our toes, but it was a blast from start to finish. Scenic, well-kept, and full of fun—definitely worth the stop!
We love Mahr Park in Madisonville! They have a lot to offer! Lots of paved walking trails but they also have soft trails. They have a playground and dog park near the front. They also offer kayak rentals and bicycle rentals. We’ve also played some disc golf here as well. An absolutely beautiful park!
Lovely treasured arboretum with its own picnic shelters, hiking trails, paved path, frisbee golf course, paddle boats on a pond, dog park, playground, and gift shop! There's something for everyone!
Beautiful park will definitely go back again. Has a great paved trail and beautiful views. Definitely take a visit if your in madisonville.
Trail conditions & character
“Absolutely beautiful ❤️ Picnic pavilions, playground for kids, dog park, and both paved and unpaved paths, and a lake (no swimming).”
“Lovely treasured arboretum with its own picnic shelters, hiking trails, paved path, frisbee golf course, paddle boats on a pond, dog park, playground, and gift shop!”
“Lovely treasured arboretum with its own picnic shelters, hiking trails, paved path, frisbee golf course, paddle boats on a pond, dog park, playground, and gift shop!”
“Dog Park Event buildings Year round activities Visitor center/office Restroom facilities”
Plan your run at Mahr Park Arboretum
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitemahrparkarboretum.com
- Phone+1 270-584-9017
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–3 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–4 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–4 pm |
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