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Martin Park Nature Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,711 Google reviews · Running trail in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
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- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Martin Park Nature Center'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.
Park with trails through woods & grassland, plus amenities including a playground & nature center.
What runners say about Martin Park Nature Center
“Went for a walk here for the first time and I have never seen such a well kept, clean, and gorgeous park!”
“Went for a walk here for the first time and I have never seen such a well kept, clean, and gorgeous park!”
“The walking trails are peaceful, well-maintained, and surrounded by beautiful nature.”
“Upon visiting the park which lovely with easy trails and streams I had the most amazing encounter with a park person name Kourtney.”
Martin Park Nature Center in North Oklahoma City is a wonderful place to try your eye for nature photography. During my walk there, I spotted people using the park features for engagement photography, family fall pictures, and even professional videography.
It's such a beautiful park area in the middle of the city. It's a tiny escape into nature. The trail is very easy. The visitor center was a fun, hands-on, and observational learning area. The staff was knowledgeable and passionate about teaching visitors. We loved this place.
I had an amazing time at Martin Park Nature Center! The park is absolutely beautiful with plenty of trees, so you can enjoy a nice, shaded walk. My friends and I had a wonderful time strolling through the trails and taking in the sights of deer, birds, and even some turtles.
Great place nestled right in a residential area. There’s a nice nature walk area with a little body of water that’s fun to watch the birds. The trail is super kept up and there is plenty of seating at the beginning of the trail. Pretty accessible too, and there wasn’t anything blocking the pathways.
Trail conditions & character
“Went for a walk here for the first time and I have never seen such a well kept, clean, and gorgeous park!”
“The walking trails are peaceful, well-maintained, and surrounded by beautiful nature.”
Plan your run at Martin Park Nature Center
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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Websiteokc.gov
- Phone+1 405-297-1429
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–8 pm |
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