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Midlothian Community Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 572 Google reviews · Running trail in Midlothian, Texas · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Confirmed from Midlothian Community 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.

Lit at nightRestroomsWaterTrailhead parking

What runners say about Midlothian Community Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (572 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 7 mentions

“I would say the playground is for ages 5 and up and they should be well coordinated… the bathroom is near the playground and is very clean.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

“Wonderful playground for kiddos with several areas designed to accommodate all ages.”

This park came recommended so we decided to try it. It is a little more advanced than any playground we’ve visited. I would say the playground is for ages 5 and up and they should be well coordinated… the bathroom is near the playground and is very clean.

★★★★★ — Jess , May 2022

I’ve got to hand it to Midlothian, they know how to build a community park 👏. This park is equipped with everything the community would need and want. Let me break it down: 3 playgrounds 1 splash pad 1 tennis court 2 half basketball courts 4 volleyball courts 5 baseball fields?

★★★★★ — Brittany , Dec 2023

Great park! Very well maintained! Great walking trails, splash pad, and every sport is represented here! Great accessibility in the restrooms and the entire park! Great job Midlo!

★★★★★ — Daniel , Apr 2026

Great playground and splash pad with plenty of parking and a nice walking path.

★★★★★ — Crystal , Jun 2026

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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 4 mentions

“I would say the playground is for ages 5 and up and they should be well coordinated… the bathroom is near the playground and is very clean.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“Great playground and splash pad with plenty of parking and a nice walking path.”

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🚰 Water fountains 2 mentions

“There are 3 different parks, one splash pad, lots of open areas, baseball fields, soccer fields, multiple bathrooms and water fountains.”

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💡 Lit for night running

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Plan your run at Midlothian Community 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.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
  • Websitemidlothian.tx.us
  • Phone+1 972-775-7777
  • Social Facebook

Hours

Monday 5 am–11 pm
Tuesday 5 am–11 pm
Wednesday 5 am–11 pm
Thursday 5 am–11 pm
Friday 5 am–11 pm
Saturday 5 am–11 pm
Sunday 5 am–11 pm

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 Midlothian Community Park

3601 S 14th St, Midlothian, TX 76065

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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.