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Old Canal Park
4.9 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Running trail in Loveland, Colorado · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Old Canal 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.
What runners say about Old Canal Park
“There are a few well-kept picnic tables and a large patch of green grass next to the pergola area where our pets played as we enjoyed board games and drinks.”
“Had a sunset picnic here as a family, it was very sweet and the scenery was beautiful.”
Had a sunset picnic here as a family, it was very sweet and the scenery was beautiful. This hidden gem takes a tiny walk through lots of mosquitoes to get to. There are a few well-kept picnic tables and a large patch of green grass next to the pergola area where our pets played as we enjoyed board games and drinks.
Great environmental and wetland learning area with trail access and picnic area.
Great walking trail. Very Dog friendly. Enjoyed the trail with my puppy Arlo
One of the few “lakes” in Loveland that has a path all the way around it!
Trail conditions & character
“Had a sunset picnic here as a family, it was very sweet and the scenery was beautiful.”
“Beautiful single track trails and not too crowded”
“Beautiful single track trails and not too crowded”
Plan your run at Old Canal Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- Websitesuburbitat.org
- Phone+1 970-622-9676
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
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