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Northwest Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 344 Google reviews · Running trail in Greenwood, Indiana · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 5 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Northwest 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.
Quiet park with playgrounds and walking trails for dogs and children.
What runners say about Northwest Park
“The park area is well maintained and presentable.”
“It's gorgeous and has easily accessible points in the creek to play in or sit near.”
“not the biggest playground, but quiet and peaceful.”
This park is beautiful. The walking trails are too long. The bridges and water are relaxing to look at and listen to.
Gorgeous scenery, walking trails and tranquility in the middle of town. We took a long walk along the creek. There are benches, open spaces for play, pavilions, restrooms, parking and play equipment for kids.
My favorite park in the area! It's gorgeous and has easily accessible points in the creek to play in or sit near. There's really just 1 main trail that goes all the way to the other park and you can loop back around. Great for dog walking and has equiptment for children as well as a ton of picnic spots.
Very nice walking trails. The park area is well maintained and presentable. I will definitely be going back to get in some steps and enjoy nature. 👟👟
Trail conditions & character
“But one thing, the bathrooms are very basic, they really need to improve on their bathrooms for safety.”
“It's gorgeous and has easily accessible points in the creek to play in or sit near.”
“not the biggest playground, but quiet and peaceful.”
“Definitely dog friendly, just be sure to bring your furry friends on a leash because there is a high chance you will walk past other people and dogs.”
“It's gorgeous and has easily accessible points in the creek to play in or sit near.”
“There are benches, open spaces for play, pavilions, restrooms, parking and play equipment for kids.”
Plan your run at Northwest Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance5 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitegreenwood.in.gov
- Phone+1 317-887-5000
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–11 pm |
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