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McDonough Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 480 Google reviews · Running trail in Vienna, West Virginia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 3 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from McDonough 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.
Wildlife refuge offering paved trails for hiking and picnicking, plus a restroom.
What runners say about McDonough Park
“Nothing too difficult and all the trails were well maintained and clean.”
“Beautiful park to sit and relax or take a lovely hike.”
“Clearly marked with mileage and effort (easy, moderate.”
“I really enjoyed this peaceful hike with beautiful scenery and nature.”
This is a wonderful park on the outskirts of Parkersburg, WV. The trails are lovely and maintained and there are several to chose from for different fitness levels or hike preferences. It is also kept very clean. My boyfriend and I love to come and hike here and looked for mushrooms.
What a beautiful hike! The trails are well-maintained and you get so many different options. I really enjoyed this peaceful hike with beautiful scenery and nature. Can't wait to visit again!
Several good trails, easy to moderate. Lots of rain lately, so the trails were pretty muddy. Easy access. Lots of parking. One paved trail: 3X=1 mile.
I love hiking here! There are plenty of trails go get some miles I and it is super close to home. I always feel safe and the trails are marked well. They have a flat track to walk on and the facilities are nice. This is a very nice park!
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful park to sit and relax or take a lovely hike.”
“Also paved 1/3 mile circle for those with more limited mobility.”
“Bathrooms being available are always aperk for any accidents or needed trips without messing up mother nature.”
“Once I left the main walking path and hit one of the trails, I didn't see another person until I was coming out to the parking lot.”
“I really enjoyed this peaceful hike with beautiful scenery and nature.”
“The bathroom is very clean and nice and handicap accessible.”
Plan your run at McDonough Park
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
- Distance3 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitevienna-wv.com
- Phone+1 304-295-4541
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9 pm |
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