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Monkey Bottom Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 126 Google reviews · Running trail in Norfolk, Virginia · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Monkey Bottom Park yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
Peaceful, historic park featuring numerous oak trees and a swing set.
What runners say about Monkey Bottom Park
“One of my favorite parks in Hampton Roads it is so gorgeous with a wonderful energy”
“It has a special energy and it is peaceful.”
Quiet relaxing place. Lots of shade and a play area for the kids. Very old historic park. The city could have better upkeep on it.
We love walking around here. It has a special energy and it is peaceful.
Trail conditions & character
“It has a special energy and it is peaceful.”
Plan your run at Monkey Bottom Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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.
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