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Munsinger Gardens
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,688 Google reviews · Running trail in St Cloud, Minnesota · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Munsinger Gardens' 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.
Shade-covered, tranquil oasis with a variety of flowers, a rock garden, greenhouse & lily pond.
What runners say about Munsinger Gardens
“The staff do a great job at keeping the park and gardens super well maintained”
“Absolutely stunning garden with lots of both shady and sunny areas with benches and swings to stop and take in the view.”
“The first to catch my eye was the tree lined walkway, it felt like a magical gateway & reminded me of the tall pines in Brasília.”
What a beautiful secret garden available for anyone to enjoy. Helped us have the most beautiful & wonderful wedding day we could ever imagine. One really feels like you're transported to another land when walking through and enjoying the gardens.
What an amazing place to go to on a sunshiny day! This park is beautiful! So many different flowers and plants and all super well maintained! You can walk along the gardens or head down by the river and walk along the paths there! So many beautiful things to see! Bonus is that there is an ice cream place right on site!
Munsinger and Clemens Gardens isn't just a beautiful place; it's a testament to community vision and dedication, making it a true gem of the Midwest and a must-visit destination in St. Cloud.
We went the beginning of May and even though there wasn't much blooming, it was still a sight to see. Picturesque and scenic. Fountains. Elaborate walkways. &peacocks!
Trail conditions & character
“Absolutely stunning garden with lots of both shady and sunny areas with benches and swings to stop and take in the view.”
“A security vehicle observed my turn into the parking lot & creeped forward every so slightly.”
“The first to catch my eye was the tree lined walkway, it felt like a magical gateway & reminded me of the tall pines in Brasília.”
“Ding, ding, ding, the red lights flashed as the bars lowered, blocking my exit & warning of the approaching train.”
Plan your run at Munsinger Gardens
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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- 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 — reported by runners
- Websitemunsingerclemens.com
- Phone+1 320-257-5959
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–10 pm |
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