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Patriots Park, Fort Jackson
4.6 ★★★★★ 215 Google reviews · Running trail in Columbia, South Carolina · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Patriots Park, Fort Jackson'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.
Park with barbecue grills and picnic tables, plus a playground to roam for kids.
What runners say about Patriots Park, Fort Jackson
“Beautiful park, well maintained, clean, safe, and large enough for numerous families to come have fun.”
“Beautiful park, well maintained, clean, safe, and large enough for numerous families to come have fun.”
The kids absolutely love to play here. A nice, safe, secure place to let the little ones run around and let loose all their pent up energy. Lots of shaded tables as well as most of the equipment.
Large, well maintained play equipment. Plenty of room for running. Lots of seating and overhead cover. Good parking. The only thing missing is a swing set.
Great place for families. My twins (2) had an amazing time. Multiple jungle gyms and space for covid protection and running room for toddlers. Exercise track for adults, equipment size appropriately for parent participation. Clean and well maintained.
Great place with great people. Nice walking and sitting areas. Ample space to play for children with 3 parks and if you need to charge your phone there's plenty plugs for that too!
Trail conditions & character
“The playground is huge, with plenty of picnic benches, public bathrooms, and grass area to play sports, and gorgeous trees and scrubs to admire.”
Plan your run at Patriots Park, Fort Jackson
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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9 pm |
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