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Osprey Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 325 Google reviews · Running trail in West Palm Beach, Florida · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Osprey 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.

ScenicDog-friendlyWaterTrailhead parkingQuiet

Relaxed, scenic waterfront park with an enclosed dog run, a playground and a beach.

What runners say about Osprey Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (325 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 5 mentions

“There’s a fenced-in dog area that’s perfect for letting your pup run around, and the kids’ playground is super clean.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 9 mentions

“The waterfront views are beautiful, definitely a nice spot to check out if you’re nearby and want something low-key to do.”

🏃 great for running 2 mentions

“It’s a smaller park, but it’s got a great track for jogging or walking.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 6 mentions

“Nice park, very quiet, and some spots for fishing and having a great time.”

My peaceful place! Quiet and away from the busyness of a typical beach. Walking trail, scenic views, dog park, and playground for kids all in one spot!!

★★★★☆ — Robert , Jan 2024

This park is one of the best kept secrets of west palm beach. My kids love the playground and the foliage. They can play by the water an also see the dogs run at the dog park. Great stop to just kill some time.

★★★★★ — Chaddrick , Dec 2019

Beautiful park on the water. Nice pathways and dog park. Great views of the inter coastal and lots of space to run around. Slides are a little steep but great for older kids!

★★★★★ — Jenna , Mar 2022

A nice little park, located on the Intracoastal Waterway. We were visiting the Manatee Lagoon and wanted the kids to have a little bit of free time running around - this park was perfect. It has a little playground and swings, walking path, fishing dock, a little beach for canoe launching and a volleyball area.

★★★★☆ — Flnurseer1 , Jan 2025

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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.

🐕 Dog-friendly 17 mentions

“There’s a fenced-in dog area that’s perfect for letting your pup run around, and the kids’ playground is super clean.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 13 mentions

“The waterfront views are beautiful, definitely a nice spot to check out if you’re nearby and want something low-key to do.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 6 mentions

“Nice park, very quiet, and some spots for fishing and having a great time.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Little parking space that would normally not be a problem but the lawn people took up the closer spots.”

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🚰 Water fountains 2 mentions

“The water fountains were not working”

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Plan your run at Osprey 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.
  • At the trailheadparking, water — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitewpbparks.com
  • Phone(561) 804-4900

Hours

Monday 7 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–9 PM
Thursday 7 AM–9 PM
Friday 7 AM–9 PM
Saturday 7 AM–9 PM
Sunday 7 AM–9 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 Osprey Park

5026 N Flagler Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33407

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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.