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Patriot Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 577 Google reviews · Running trail in Sumter, South Carolina · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Patriot 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 Patriot Park
“It has some great paths for walking and running, dogs are allowed but you must clean up after them.”
“Lots of walking, riding, jogging, dog walking paths, plenty of roominess, soccer fields, playground, parking and beautiful landscaping, i.”
“They have pristine baseball fields, multiple soccer fields, and a perfect place for taking a jog, a long walk, walking your pet, or biking!”
Not bad for walking/jogging experience. The area itself is pretty clean and well managed. There are plenty of turtles. You can also find some ducks. Dog friendly park. There are public restrooms you can use, so no worries.
In the past we have not spent much time here. However, my youngest became a confident bike rider in the past few weeks, and we decide to head there on this past *beautiful* Saturday. First, it was almost empty - perfect for biking with a new rider! Second - they're putting in what looks like will be a great playground!
Patriot Park is a wonderful place for all of your outdoor activities! They have pristine baseball fields, multiple soccer fields, and a perfect place for taking a jog, a long walk, walking your pet, or biking! It has a great playground for younger kids, picnic tables, and bathrooms.
This park is located off of Hwy 441 between Sumter and Dalzell. It has some great paths for walking and running, dogs are allowed but you must clean up after them. There is a pavilion and a playground for the kids. It also has a lake and some sport complex for Baseball and Soccer.
Trail conditions & character
“Lots of walking, riding, jogging, dog walking paths, plenty of roominess, soccer fields, playground, parking and beautiful landscaping, i.”
“I will note that the bathrooms have been locked the few times we have been there (pre-Covid).”
“Lots of walking, riding, jogging, dog walking paths, plenty of roominess, soccer fields, playground, parking and beautiful landscaping, i.”
“Lots of walking, riding, jogging, dog walking paths, plenty of roominess, soccer fields, playground, parking and beautiful landscaping, i.”
Plan your run at Patriot 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, 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.
- Websitesumtercountysc.org
- Phone(803) 469-0025
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Sunday | 8:30 AM–5:30 PM |
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